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Amber Keener was the winner of the 2024 Vision Builder Award.
She was nominated by her friend, Amy Tatz.
Amber shares how she felt when she received this award. Amber talks about being a public servant and her passion for the community. She shares her vision for the future of our community.
Amber also shares a message for women – move forward with grit and determination, think outside the box and be ready to pivot.
Vision Builder Award: Vision shapes our future. The recipient of this award is a woman with less than 10 years of experience in her field who has wasted no time making an impact and breaking down barriers. She emphasizes building honest relationships, values input, has the mindset of a leader, and leads by example with an immense amount of courage. She has valued what she’s learned from her mentors and wants to pay it forward as a mentor to others. She is changing the landscape in which women serve.
Jessica Wolfe was the winner of the 2024 Grit and Grace Award.
She was nominated by Tara Bosart and Mackenzie Scott.
Jessica shares how she felt when she received this award. She shares about how she found her voice in a difficult time in her life. She hopes that women can gain the confidence to find their voice and stand up for themselves.
Mackenzie and Jessica’s friend, Lauren Martin share why they nominated her and what they wants the world to know about Jessica.
The ladies share the messages that they are taking away from this event, their messages for women: Have confidence, find your voice, and own who you are!
Grit and Grace Award: This award is given to a single-parent mom who has overcome adversity and demonstrates resilience. She has transformed her life and the lives of her children with dignity and grace. She leads by example. She is a picture of selflessness and courage to all who encounter her.
Teresa Weaver was the winner of the 2024 Heart Award.
She was nominated by a group of her staff members, Callia A., Jackie H. M., Nancy L., Kathy L., Melissa M., and Dawn P.
Teresa shares how she felt when she received this award. She talks about how she appreciates her team at Pleasant Street Elementary School and that they really embody this award.
Several of her staff members – Jackie, Kathy and Melissa share why they nominated her and what they want the world to know about Teresa.
The ladies share messages that they are taking away from this event:
– Find joy in what you do. You are not working alone.
– Our community has so many fabulous organizations helping women.
– The ladies were refueled and felt supported as they looked around the room.
Heart Award: This award is given to a Front-Line worker! The Heart Award was born out of COVID19 and the need to acknowledge greater endeavors in support of our humanity with a focus on others over self. This woman has a commitment and passion for service while making an impact and leads with purpose. She has dedicated her life as a successful front-line worker. She has proven her endless dedication to her field.
Jennifer Snow was the winner of the 2024 Raising the Bar Award.
She was nominated by her daughter, Aspen Scroggins and husband, Denny Snow.
Jennifer shares how she felt when she received this award. She also shared what “raising the bar” has meant in her life and great advice for other women. This advice came from Karen Wright, shared at a girl scout meeting – never let anyone tell you that you can’t do something BIG! Go for it!
Aspen shares why she nominated her Mom and what she wants the world to know about Jennifer.
Both ladies share a message for women – to be a champion, you need to surround yourself with champions. Also, don’t be so hard on yourself, be present and be proud of where you are! You are blessed!
Raising the Bar Award: This award is given to a Woman with 20+ years of experience in their field! The recipient of this award is an extraordinary woman who has manifested a legacy that continues to inspire others. She has dedicated her life to the advancement of those around her and paved the way for the leaders of tomorrow. She is recognized as an ambassador for women through her extraordinary dedication, personal achievements, and service to others through mentorship, philanthropy, and business. This award recognizes a woman who has spent more than 20 years in her field.
Aly Calkins was the winner of the 2024 EmpowHER Award.
She was nominated by Shannon Scott.
Aly shares how she felt when she received this award.
Shannon shares why she nominated her and what she wants the world to know about Aly.
Both ladies share a message for women – purposely surround yourself with others who make you better. Design your life how you want it to be and then just do it! Spread confidence within yourself and within other women. Empowering each other will make a better community.
EmpowHER Award: This award is given to a Woman of Inspiration!
Belief is a powerful engine. This woman believes so strongly in the outcomes she seeks that her beliefs mold her path to get there. The recipient of this award champions for women in her network, workplace, and community. She is a team player and active mentor who paves the road to empowering women in leadership roles. She is a woman of inspiration that is true to herself, and her example is so noteworthy as to inspire others spontaneously. Her passion channels her actions and her voice as she strives to empower the women and girls of Knox County.
Rise and Shine 
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