by Emily | Mar 31, 2023 | Brilliance Awards Finalists 2023
I Understand Social Change Agent After the loss of her husband, Rob, in 2003, Vonnie Woodrick’s life was forever changed. She was forced to live a life without her loving partner and father of their three children. Life after loss was devastating, and her passion grew...
by Emily | Mar 31, 2023 | Brilliance Awards Finalists 2023
The StoreHouse of Community Resources Social Change Agent Jessica Johns began her career as an elementary school teacher, spending four years teaching in inner city schools, offering her a unique perspective into pervasive poverty. Upon moving to Grand Rapids in 2004,...
by Emily | Mar 31, 2023 | Brilliance Awards Finalists 2023
Michigan African American Health Institute Social Change Agent Vanessa Greene is a leader and strategist specializing in racial and health equity, with an over 30-year track record of getting things done and maintaining her commitment to social justice and equity....
by Emily | Mar 31, 2023 | Brilliance Awards Finalists 2023
AVWELLNESS Tenacity Amanda Villarreal, Owner of AVWELLNESS, is known as a health and wellness ambassador, personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and more. What most don’t realize is Amanda struggles daily with a very rare circulatory/vascular condition called...
by Emily | Mar 31, 2023 | Brilliance Awards Finalists 2023
Koop & Burr Insurance Tenacity Alma Ross is a professional and author who has dedicated her career to serving her clients and empowering the Latina community. Born in Morelia, Michoacan, Mexico, Alma immigrated to the U.S. at 14 without knowing English and...
