AWARDS |
Each year, Prosperity Indiana celebrates Indiana's top leaders in community economic development! Any individual or program that exemplifies excellence in innovative leadership or service on behalf of Hoosiers is eligible to win one of our four prestigious awards. Nominations were collected throughout the fall of 2022, and winners were announced during the Awards Luncheon at the Prosperity Indiana Summit on February 1, 2023. Congratulations to the 2023 award recipients! Award Descriptions Presented by First Financial Bank This signature award recognizes an "industry legacy or veteran" who has consistently provided excellent leadership, advocacy, support, and innovation in community development for many years. Individuals may work with nonprofit, government, or private organizations. Congratulations George Guy, Fort Wayne Housing Authority! John Niederman Rural Development Leadership Award Recognizes outstanding leaders in rural community economic development. Individuals have demonstrated excellent leadership that has improved quality of life, influenced policies, and fostered opportunities for growth in rural Indiana. Congratulations Bo Beaulieu, Purdue University! Robert O. Zdenek Staff Member of the Year Award Recognizes a staff person with outstanding professional leadership in a community economic development organization. This person embodies dedication and commitment, and he/she provides innovative leadership within their own organization. Congratulations Anthony Bridgeman, PNC Bank!
Recognizes a community development program that is dedicated to improving quality of life for Hoosiers. It's innovative model is unique and service-oriented for other organizations within Indiana. Congratulations Master It Series for Inmates, Lacasa, Inc.! |
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL 2023 AWARD CANDIDATES! |
Michael Carroll Community Economic Development Leadership Award
| John Niederman Rural Development Leadership Award
| Robert O. Zdenek Staff Member of the Year Award
| Key Award for Supportive Services Program of the Year
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