The Celina Ladies Of Influence [CLOI] is a premier organization, created by women to empower and propel women into business success through education, mentoring, and service. This organization offers chances to mix with others socially and communicate ideas. CLOI meets monthly to support one another and their community through charity and networking events. Chamber members can join by going to the events tab on the Chamber website to take advantage of this wonderful organization, CelinaChamber.org
On October 27th, the Celina Ladies of Influence and their friends gathered to honor inspiring women for their contributions to the community.
Attendees enjoyed a night of fun and community, celebrating inspiring women who have significantly impacted our community. Their achievements, dedication, and influence have set new standards of excellence.
These change-makers and champions of compassion epitomize the character of CLOI and Celina through their philanthropic, social, environmental, and business contributions. Awards were presented in five distinguished categories:
Academic Influencer
- Demonstrated excellence in a specific academic field.
- Significant contributions to research, publications, or academic discourse.
- Influence on peers, students, and the broader academic community through teaching or mentoring.
- Recognition within the academic community, such as awards or invitations to speak at conferences
Historic Influencer
- Contribution to preserving and promoting historical knowledge or heritage.
- Impact on the understanding of historical events, figures, or eras.
- Publications, documentaries, exhibitions, or educational initiatives related to history.
- Acknowledgment by peers, historians, or historical institutions.
Executive Influencer
- High-level leadership in a specific industry or organization.
- Achievements in business growth, innovation, or transformation.
- Influence on industry trends or practices.
- Recognition through awards, industry publications, or speaking engagements
Community Influencer
- Active involvement in community-based initiatives or organizations.
- Positive impact on local or regional communities.
- Advocacy for social causes, community development, or well-being.
- Endorsement or recognition by community members, local authorities, or nonprofit organizations.
Philanthropic Influencer
- Significant contributions to charitable organizations or philanthropic causes.
- Initiatives or campaigns that have made a substantial difference in the lives of those in need.
- Mobilization of resources, funding, or support for social or environmental causes.
- Recognition by philanthropic organizations, media, or the beneficiaries
Nominees (Winners denoted with *)
CLOI Member of the Year:
* Barbara Ivey
Academic Influencers:
Dorothy Allan
Tracey Balsamo
Allison Ginn
* Mary McCauley
Community Influencers:
Vicky Hogue
Barbara Ivey
Cheri Stanwix
Karin Vandervieve
Karla Vargas
* Kim Wickliffe
Executive Influencers:
Melinda Bartram
* Traci Miller
Cindy Peters
Melissa Thomas
Christy Vincent
Historic Influencers:
Rachel Baty
* Jane Huddleston
Gina Overstreet
Philanthropic Influencers:
Leah Bain
Melissa Gresham
* Elizabeth Huse
Karla Vargas