Circle & Flame Honorary Fellow Award
Established June 2016
Some say legacy is not leaving something for people, it’s leaving something in people. The newly created Circle of Honor Legacy Award was established to acknowledge dedicated executives who embody humility and inspire others as servant leaders. The award will be presented annually to individuals in recognition of their passion, influence and leadership.
To qualify for this award, the individual must demonstrate the following:
- Transformational and visionary leader
- Leads by example and adopts the philosophy of a servant leader
- Embraces change and a willingness to challenge the status quo for the overall good of the business and the community at large
- Supports projects in the community, nationally and internationally that provide opportunities for underrepresented minorities
- Creates a diverse and inclusive business environment where passion, mutual respect and cultural sensitivity are encouraged and valued
- Acts with humility and compassion and inspires future leaders to give back in ways that are impactful and socially responsible
Past Recipients of the Circle & Flame Honorary Fellow Award:
| Year | Recipient |
|---|---|
| 2023 | Kedrick D. Adkins Lynette A. Adkins |
| 2022 | Jacquitta Pool Liberty Mutual |
| 2021 | Jared Griffith Fastspring, Inc. |
| 2020 | Dwana Jones Whirlpool |
| 2019 | Wiley Price St. Louis American Newspaper |
| 2018 | Jessie Tyson National Black MBA AssociationLinda Baldwin Former Dean, UCLACarmen Lopez Graduate HorizonsBen Nighthorse CampbellNorbet Hill AICGHenry Cisneros Former Mayor-San Antonio Donna Brazile Johnnetta Cole Linda Hassan Elissa Sanger |
| 2017 | Phyllis Scott Buford
Ken Charles |