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2008 Celebration of Leadership
and
Jefferson Awards
March 18, 2008

Recognition for Lifetime Achievement
Andy Goebel

Special Awards

Youth Award
Ashley Elpers

Willie Effie Thomas Award
Dr. Ira Neal

Servant Leader Award
Mike Blake

Sara B. Davies Award
Sr. Jane Nesmith

 Recognition of the Jefferson Award Recipients
Patrick & Lisa Phernetton
Dale Sights
Alfonso Vidal

Division Winner: Recognition for Individual Achievement
Darrel Ragland

Division Winner: Recognition for Business & Organizational Achievement
Boom Squad, Inc.

Division Winner: Recognition for Significant Project Achievement
Operation Home Again (Habitat for Humanity)

 Recognition for Individual Leadership
Arts – Michael Shoulder
Education – Cathy Gray
Government & Public Service – Eric Williams
Health & Social Service – Janet Raisor
Neighborhood & Community – Terrance Coomer

Recognition for Business & Organizational Leadership
Arts – Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana
Education – Evansville Education Roundtable
Government & Public Service – Southwestern Indiana Master Gardeners Association
Health & Social Service – Baby Basics
Neighborhood & Community –Southwestern Indiana Building Trades Council

  Recognition for Significant Project Leadership
Arts – Stage Left Theatre Troupe
Education – College Mentor for Kids – University of Southern Indiana
Government & Public Service – Women’s Fund of Vanderburgh County 
Health & Social Service – Special Kids Day
Neighborhood & Community Organizations – Keep Evansville Beautiful