Women in Leadership Awards Luncheon 2022

To recognize and honor women who are vital to the success of local organizations, the Texas City-La Marque Chamber hosts the "Women in Leadership Awards." (W.I.L.A.) The WILA Luncheon will be on Sept. 14, 2022 at the Doyle Convention Center.

Nominations were gathered in June/July, and the Chamber is now proud to announce the 18 Finalists for the 2022 Women in Leadership Awards:

Large Business
Anita Jones, Linde Inc. - Plant Manager
Monica Davis, Valero Texas City Refinery - Sr. Manager Supply Chain Execution
Jay Marmo, Tanger Outlets - General Manager

Small Business
Dr. Kimberly Grimsley, Exodus Consulting and Psychological Services - Owner
Judy Slocumb, Independence Village - Executive Director
Gerselda Bourgeois, Zel's Massage and Fitness Zone - Owner

Woman-Owned Business
Georgia Meyer Barzilay, Karat Creations Jewelry - Owner
Mandie McMillan Crowder, RE/MAX Coastal - Broker/Owner
Lori Carnes, Carnes Funeral Home - Co-Owner

Non-Profit/Volunteer
Amy Reid, SBDC Galveston County - Director
Stephanie Hughes, St. John's United Methodist Church - Senior Pastor
Tonia Griffin, Khambrel Foundation - Founder/CEO

Education Sector
Lisa Watson, Ph.D, College of the Mainland - Executive Director of COM Foundation
Melissa Duarte, Ed.D., Texas City ISD - Superintendent of Schools
Sarah Piel, The Grand - Director of Education & Resource Development

Young Professional
Krystal McKinney, Galveston Central Appraisal District - Deputy Chief Appraiser
Bianca Cervantes, Valero Texas City Refinery - Human Resources Specialist
Tracy Pryor, ACOO, HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland - Assistant Chief Operating Officer

The WILA Luncheon is an elegant event including a delicious catered lunch. Enjoy watching video highlights from the Finalists and get inspiration for leadership at your own business/organization!

All Finalists will also be featured in a special section of The Daily News on September 10th!

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