Awards

Leadership Anne Arundel annually recognizes individuals who embody community trusteeship through a number of awards. Community Trusteeship is acting for the benefit of the entire community without regard or benefit for oneself. The Flagship Class identifies the individual and the company/organization through its experience in the program.

The Community Trustee Awards ceremony is a long standing partnership between Leadership Anne Arundel and the Capital-Gazette Newspaper. This year's ceremony kicked off with live music, hors d'oeuvres and drinks at Maryland Hall for The Creative Arts. 130 people attended this section of the evening's events. The Honorable John Leopold was in attendance to congratulate the award winners and thank them for their commitment to making Anne Arundel County a better place to live and work.

The reception was buzzing with award winners, their guests, Leadership Anne Arundel flagship and neighborhood leadership graduates and also those who have been though the executive leadership program. The night was also embraced by our wonderful sponsors who make events such as this, and the programs that Leadership Anne Arundel offer, so rich and vital.

The award ceremony itself was a testament to the commitment of individuals who assist others in their times of need. Each of the recipients does this work not for recognition, but because they feel that giving back is a part of life, something we should all do.

The video of the award recipients, provided once again this year by Comcast, gave the viewers great insight in to the work that the volunteers carry out. It detailed elegantly and succinctly what each of the award winners does on a regular basis. Barbara Moeller, one of the award winners, called to say that the video was wonderful, truly a highlight of the evening.

Nights like this provide us with the opportunity to thank those who do not believe they need thanking. Volunteers are often the unsung heroes our communities. They work diligently for their cause, often without recognition. On occasions like this we are reminded of the humanity and humility of our community's everyday people. Not only were the award winners recognized by Leadership Anne Arundel and their sponsors but they were also presented with Congressional Citations from Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger. The Capitol-Gazette Newspaper, the title sponsor of this event, highlighted the awardees in Monday's edition followed by a post event picture.

Our congratulations are extended once more to our award winners: Jim Walker, Steve Anstett, Roberta Cassard, Dr. Charlestine Fairley, Delores Hawkins, Suzanne Herr, Gregg Meade, Barbara Moeller, Jenni Smith, Russell D. Stewart and Carol Treiber. We would also like to recognize their nominators, Stephanie Kastle, The Honorable John Leopold, Francis Phillips, Betty Hawkins, Bill West, Ken Brannan, Captain J. Jordan, Dr. Kevin Maxwell, Kathy Bourgard, Patricia Barland and Vanessa Carter.

Special Thanks to Our Sponsors

Flagship Class Trustee Awards

Each year the Flagship Class identifies one individual and one company or organization which, through the entire class's experience, exemplify community trusteeship.

• 2007 Flagship Community Trustee - Joe Van Deuren
• Organizational Trustee - Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis & A.A. County
  Reggie Broddie, Chief Professional Officer

Distinguished Graduate Award

This prestigious award recognizes an exceptional Leadership Anne Arundel graduate who has adopted "the heart of community trusteeship" and who has made significant and notable contributions for the betterment of the community. The Distinguished Graduate Award recipient is honored at the Tribute to Community Leadership.

Past Distinguished Graduate Awardees:

1996 - Carlesa Finney
1997- Pat Troy & Tony Spencer
1998 - Pam Beidle & George Moran
1999 - Penny Hopkins
2000 - Patty McManus
2001 - Tricia Lehmann
2002 - Bill Kuethe
2003 - Marc Gilbert
2004 - Ken Brannan
2005 - Vanessa Carter
2006 - Melanie Graw
2007 - Tad Wood