Annual Awards Nominees
The Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber of Commerce recognizes excellence each year during the Annual Meeting. The PNRC is currently seeking nominations for six awards. The Executive Board will review all nominees and then finalists will then be announced at our Annual Meeting, on March 19, 2024. After the finalists are announced, voting will be open to all PNRC Member Representatives.
Voting for the 2024 PNRC Annual Awards has concluded and the awards were presented at our Annual Awards Gala on May 2nd, 2024.
Congratulations again to all of the 2024 Annual Award nominees and recipients!
The PNRC 2024 Annual Award Recipients are:
Supporting businesses and organizations is a big part of daily operation at Fun Fore All Family Fun Park, led by Chris Camp. The are very many ways he supports the local community year in and year out – and 2023 was no exception. Several educational institutions and non-profits directly benefited from the company’s efforts in 2023 include The Highmark Caring Place, The Miracle League of Southwestern PA, and Rowan Elementary PTA. Through Chris’ leadership, the organization exemplifies a wonderful mix of the following: support for local organizations and non-profits; partnerships with local businesses (via sponsorship opportunities); and creating engaging programs and activities that foster family traditions for those who visit Fun Fore All Family Fun Park.
A Senior Vice President and Regional Manager with PNC Bank, Julie Campbell is a PNC Certified Women’s Business Advocate and a graduate of PNC Banks Women’s Executive Development Program. Julie has been a driving force in PNC’s support and sponsorship of various PNRC programs, including the Community Champions and the Women’s Leadership Roundtable Program. Julie actively works to develop and inspire the next generation of community leaders through various programs and activities. She serves as a member of the Passavant Hospital Foundation Board of Directors, teaches CCD for St Kilian Parish, and along with her colleagues, frequently volunteers in the community with organizations including Light of Life Rescue Mission.
Maggie Giel-Bovaird helps to shape the next generation of leaders by bringing awareness to the community about the importance of mentorship. The Director of Outreach and Recruitment for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh, Maggie developed two programs that offer unique mentoring experiences to local youth. Mentor 2.0 pairs high school students with adult mentors who can help them achieve their post-graduation goals, while Bigs in Blue matches law enforcement officials with local children to bridge a divide that exists in many communities. Maggie was recognized as a Pittsburgh 40 Under 40 Recipient, volunteers as a Big Sister for BBBS, attends numerous PNRC community events, and actively participates in the Nonprofits North Program. A dedicated volunteer and community advocate, Maggie strives to create a better future for families in the Pittsburgh North Region.
As a Patent Attorney with The Lynch Law Group, Kathleen Kuznicki works with individuals and businesses to protect some of their most valuable assets: intellectual property, and the goodwill a business has worked to establish in its brand. Kathleen brings the same advocacy and commitment to the Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber, regularly bringing new members and actively participating in many events and programs. A member of the PNRC Board since 2019, she has held several officer roles, including Board Secretary and Educational Foundation Chair; served as Nomination Committee Chair; and continues to serve as the Legislative & Economic Development Committee Chair, where she leads efforts to educate and inform the membership with a series of Workforce Development Videos and semi-annual Legislative Breakfasts and Economic Forums. Kathleen’s many contributions help showcase the PNRC as the leading regional voice and advocate for business growth.
Dr. Amanda Laichak proudly serves as the Regional Vice President for Commonwealth Charter Academy (CCA), Pennsylvania’s largest K-12 public cyber charter school, currently serving nearly 28,000 students. In her role, Dr. Laichak supports CCA’s long-term success by functioning as a brand ambassador for CCA in the Southwestern PA region, representing the second largest K-12 school district in Pennsylvania and one of the Best Places to Work in PA. Her background in the educational field began as an adult ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher in Poland and then in Pittsburgh. She is motivated to help others seek and obtain their personal and professional goals via accessing high quality educational opportunities, especially all of the learners and families in which CCA proudly serves.
Through the magic and gift of photography, So Many Angels provides hope, inspiration, encouragement, and joy to children battling life-altering/life-threatening medical conditions and diagnoses and their families. Children are transformed into superheroes and other imaginative beings – whatever or whoever they want to be WHEN they grow up, not if. Families are presented with a one of a kind ready to hang piece of art that they can cherish forever. For the children and their families, it provides a respite and gives hope for the future, just by being able to look forward to what the future can hold for the child beyond their medical diagnosis.
| The six PNRC Annual Awards are described below: |
| The Distinguished Business Award The Distinguished Business Award was established to identify a Chamber company or organization demonstrating a commitment to upholding quality and integrity in the product or service that they sell or provide. They exceed all customer service expectations, display honorable and ethical business operations and practices, and are recognized as leaders in their field. Above all, they demonstrate pride in community involvement and exhibit outstanding service to the Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber. The Young Professional of the Year Award The Young Professional of the Year Award recognizes the efforts of an outstanding young Chamber member, under the age of 40, who demonstrates professional capabilities, leadership and service to the community. Through their participation in the events and of the PNRC, the Young Professional Award recipient supports the business growth in our economic footprint. The Women’s Leadership Excellence Award The Women’s Leadership Excellence Award honors a woman in the Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber for their outstanding leadership, achievement, and contributions to the community. They are recognized as an example and inspiration through their mentorship, support, and encouragement of other women. Personally and professionally, the Women’s Leadership Award recipient positively impacts and inspires others with their dedication and commitment to uplifting, encouraging, and empowering women in the Pittsburgh North Region and beyond. | The Prestigious Business Leader Award The Prestigious Business Leader Award is given to a Chamber member possessing personal and professional characteristics, including: honesty, sincerity, integrity, benevolence and fairness. This company representative demonstrates outstanding service which results in the advancement and the betterment of the community. Their volunteer efforts have gone above and beyond their business and professional responsibilities to provide assistance to the Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber. The Bruce Conley Outstanding Volunteer Service of the Year Award The Outstanding Volunteer Service of the Year Award honors a Chamber member who has exemplified outstanding volunteer service on behalf of the Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber. The Volunteer of the Year recognizes the hours devoted to serving on committees, task forces, focus groups, as well as working on events, programs and initiatives. An active member of the community, the Volunteer is recognized as an ambassador of the Chamber and its program of work in our economic footprint. The Nonprofit Excellence Award The Nonprofit Excellence Award recognizes a Chamber non-profit organization that produces meaningful progress in the community through an outstanding commitment to its mission. They demonstrate an exceptional ability to use their resources for the encouragement and motivation of others to improve the lives of those it serves. This PNRC member non-profit demonstrates a responsiveness to needs in the community through impactful programs, investment of resources, community dialogue and partnership, and long-term strategies to make a difference. Their contributions in helping others is uplifting and provides an inspiration to other organizations. |
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