The evening of November 8, 2023, was filled with celebration as attendees honored those who excel in business, education, and community involvement. A partnership between Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, Gilbert Public Schools, Gilbert Independent (Yourvalley.net/Independent Newsmedia), Higley Unified School District, and the Town of Gilbert, this evening was genuinely a community event!
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF THIS YEAR'S HONOREES:
Chandler- Gilbert Community College:
- Educator of the Year: Sujatha Krishnaswamy, Chemistry Faculty/Physical Sciences and Engineering
- Staff Member of the Year: Juan Valdez, HVAC Specialist Senior
Gilbert Chamber of Commerce:
- Spirit of Business Award: Peacock Wine Bar
- Visionary Award: John Lewis, East Valley Partnership & Former Mayor of the Town of Gilbert
- Leon Uhlhorn Chairman's Award, Presented by Strong Tower Insurance Group: Jän Simon, Foundation Insurance Services
Gilbert Public Schools:
- Dr. Walter Delecki Educator of the Year: Milo Hardt, Teacher, Canyon Valley School
- Mrs. Sharon Orr Support Staff of the Year: Debbie Lopez, Administrative Assistant, Carol Rae Ranch Elementary
- Mrs. Sheila Rogers Uggetti Volunteer of the Year: Karen Ferrin, GPS Volunteer
Gilbert Independent (Yourvalley.net/Independent Newsmedia):
- Geneva Clay Community Volunteer Award: Fran & Steve Lowder, Light the World Giving Machines
- Young Hero Award: Jaxson Glover, Brave Gowns
- Beautification Award: McQueen Activity Center Courtyard
Higley Unified School District:
- Educator of the Year Award: Karen Edwards, 1st Grade Teacher, Power Ranch Elementary
- Support Staff of the Year: Vanessa Weaver, HUSD Human Resources Specialist
- Volunteer of the Year: Dawn Agboola, Gateway Pointe Elementary
Town of Gilbert:
- Employee of the Year: Susanna Struble, Assistant Town Engineer/Capital Improvement Program Mgr.
- Inspirational Leader Award: David Fabiano, Town Engineer
- Municipal Volunteer of the Year: Community Engagement Task Force
- Tim Dorn Public Safety Award: Officer Michael Kells, Gilbert PD
This event was sponsored by Cigna, with additional support provided by Colair Beauty Lounge & Med Spa, San Tan Ford, Strong Tower Insurance Group, Dignity Health, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Gravity Coffee Company, Rozenhart Family Chiropractic, Senior Helpers of Gilbert & Chandler, and Elaine Kessler Photography.
To view the event photo album, click here.