News Release with Honorees & More
Started in 1993, the Women of Distinction Luncheon is a unique opportunity to recognize and celebrate women who have made special contributions to their community through civic, church, academic, or professional involvement. GSNCA invites you to nominate an extraordinary woman to be considered for this award. Nominees should have a personal record of community involvement, successful career, and be a positive role model for past, current, and future Girl Scouts.
Each year GSNCA also presents the Mildred Bell Johnson Award, which honors the memory of a beloved Girl Scout whose achievements attained through a lifelong association with the Girl Scouts have had far-reaching impact. The late Mildred Bell Johnson was greatly responsible for introducing Girl Scouting to the African-American community in the Birmingham area. The recipient of this distinguished award will be an outstanding woman who embodies unselfish leadership and commitment, exemplifying the ideals of Girl Scouting, and has prior or current affiliation with this organization. Click here for a list of previous recipients.
2010 Honorees
Judy Benson
Human Resources Director, CRH North America, Inc.
Moanica Caston
Vice President, General Counsel, Southern Nuclear Operation
Sara Hamlin
VP Tourism, The Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau
Mildred Lanier
Business Management Instructor, Jefferson State Community College
Darlene Negrotto
President and CEO, Vulcan Park Foundation
Dr. Claire Peel
Associate Provost, University of Alabama at Birmingham
Carole Marcus Pizitz
Civic Leader
Marianne Prime
Executive Vice President, Tech and Support Services, BBVA Compass
Dr. Ruth Strong
Retired Superintendent, Birmingham City Schools
Mildred Bell Johnson Award
Donna Dearman Smith
Human Resources Director, Alabama Power
A selection committee comprised of community leaders and volunteers selects the honorees.
Luncheon Co-Chairs:
Mariah Chapman
BBVA Compass Bank
Lois Woodward
Balch and Bingham
Proceeds from the Women of Distinction Luncheon directly support the Girl Scouts’ mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
For information, please contact Margaret Ritchie at 205-980-4750 x113 or by email.
