by Emily | Mar 21, 2024 | Brilliance Awards Finalists 2024
Director of Talent & Leadership Programs, Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce Connector Monica Mendez firmly believes that magic happens when we find common purpose with those outside of our usual circles. Born and raised in Mexico, Mendez’s journey has been a...
by Emily | Mar 21, 2024 | Brilliance Awards Finalists 2024
Project Coordinator, Social Innovation, Steelcase Emerging Leader A West Michigan native, Ashley Fermina Soto is a strong leader grounded in her commitment to justice. Raised by a single mother, Soto is a first-generation college graduate who served as president of...
by Emily | Mar 21, 2024 | Brilliance Awards Finalists 2024
Strategic Communications Manager, Grand Rapids Community Foundation Emerging Leader Heather Gill Fox is a book lover, storyteller, wife, mother, woman of faith and dedicated community member who uses her skills for connection and communication to challenge systemic...
by Emily | Mar 21, 2024 | Brilliance Awards Finalists 2024
Marketing and Communications Manager, Gerald R. Ford International Airport Emerging LeaderHaley Abbas is a dynamic marketing and communications professional who recognizes the influence women mentors and advocates have had on her career and how they’ve inspired...
by Emily | Mar 21, 2024 | Brilliance Awards Finalists 2024
Founder & Co-Owner, Cellar Door Preserves Entrepreneur What started as a canning hobby and way to eat as much local food as possible, became a business for Zenobia Taylor-Weiss in 2016. After attending college in Grand Rapids, she became convinced the world’s best...
