The 2019 West Michigan Woman People's Choice Brilliance Award
Voting is now closed! The West Michigan Woman Brilliance Awards is entering its 3rd year of celebrating the unique talents of women and men in our community. For the first time ever, the public will select one honoree from the 30 finalists for the People's Choice Brilliance Award. The winner will be announced on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at the West Michigan Woman Brilliance Awards where they will receive their award and recognition.
• To vote, please provide your first and last name and email address • You may only vote 1x for one person • Voting opens February 28th and closes at 5pm on March 14th
Anyone who votes by March 5th will be entered to win a pair of tickets to the International Women's Day event sponsored by West Michigan Woman and WZZM TV on March 8 at 20 Monroe Live.
Enjoy reading the bio snippets below that were taken directly from the nominators' submissions.
President & CEO Kennari Consulting Brilliant Entrepreneur
Realizing that nonprofit organizations needed customized, “nuts and bolts” fundraising support as well as campaign coaching, Sandi formed Kennari Consulting in 2007. Today, as one of the largest full-service fundraising consulting firms in Michigan, Sandi and her 14 staff members serve more than 90 nonprofit organizations annually.
AM Content Director & Anchor WZZM13 Brilliant Team Player
This fall, Meredith transitioned from an anchor/reporter at WZZM to a management role in addition to her anchor responsibilities. The job was created just for her and her unique abilities to manage a team. Meredith’s focus has shifted to equipping others, creating a healthy team culture and triumphing success as the team works towards a common goal. Her positive outlook and bubbly spirit affirm all those around her.
Principal & Creative Director The Image Shoppe Brilliant Mentor
Karen has been instrumental in The Image Shoppe’s path to be more inclusive and its support of women’s professional growth. She generously used her wisdom and professional experiences to mentor five women to be future leaders and, more importantly, to achieve their professional goals. As a small company with relatively low turnover, her efforts add significant value.
Director Urban Core Collective Brilliant Social Change Agent
As the leader of the Urban Core Collective, Beca works tirelessly to unify communities of color and improve outcomes. Under her leadership, UCC strives to empower people and neighborhoods to overcome the effects of systemic racism through equal access to: education prosperity, economic prosperity and the power of influence.
Founding CEO & Executive Director Kid’s Food Basket Brilliant Champion of Service
Bridget's work at Kid's Food Basket has filled a need in our community and beyond and was only achieved because of her tenacity and unwillingness to give up. She continues to push the envelope for food equity and kids' rights in order to end childhood hunger.
Voting is now closed! The West Michigan Woman Brilliance Awards is entering its 3rd year of celebrating the unique talents of women and men in our community. For the first time ever, the public will select one honoree from the 30 finalists for the People's Choice Brilliance Award. The winner will be announced on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at the West Michigan Woman Brilliance Awards where they will receive their award and recognition.
