Shuswap Women in Business wish to congratulate the following women who have been honoured with a nomination for this years award. This award is to recognize and acknowledge women in our community who give through many different avenues. These women are role models. They work hard behind the scenes in our community to make it an even better place to live. Ladies – we salute you!

Vicki Fox
Vicki displays strength and perseverance as she was recently recognized with an award for her company for her dedication & growth in this economic down time. She is also an active volunteer on numerous committees.

Kathleen Hurtubise
Kathleen has been instrumental in assisting those who might not have otherwise received assistance with childcare with her support to a non-profit daycare. Her innovative style and business concepts help her to achieve recognition in her work while continuing her education and enjoying her family life.
 

Jarka Pajk
Jarka goes above and beyond in both her professional and personal life. Her dedication to her faith and people of the community is limitless as she continually puts others before herself.

Liz-Ann Munro Lamarre
Liz-Ann is a person who has ideals she is committed to, acts upon and finds ways to benefit other people. She is a person with focus and courage and the ability to act on it, while supporting her children and faith.

Kari Wilkinson
Kari is an inspiring role model to the people who know her as well as a great contributor to the community. She not only owns and operates her own business but also is in involved in many local non-profit groups.

Pam Beech
Pam is a dynamo in her community and active volunteer, connecting needs and services together. She maintains a balance between work, family and her many volunteer activities. She is all about good health - mental, spiritual, emotional and physical.

Cindy Derkaz
After retiring from her law practice Cindy became a founding member of the Shuswap Community Foundation. The community has benefited from Cindy’s wise direction, dedication, and enthusiasm.

Rachael Mooney
Rachael is a dedicated, caring and multi-talented woman, juggling the duties and challenges that come with being a mother, wife, friend, teacher and performer. Her background is in education and helping those with disabilities live better lives.

Donna Rasplica
Donna is a dedicated Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and specializes in acupuncture and herbal medicines. Her love for health not only includes humans but touches our four legged friends as well.

Cookie Langenfeld
Cookie is a sincere and supportive ambassador for Salmon Arm and it’s business community. She has a positive attitude and a great willingness to participate and support community events.

Jane Shirley
Jane is a passionate leader and mentor and a great supporter of this community. She has deep compassion for all women’s issues as well as the community as a whole. She is also very involved in her children’s lives volunteering in their activities as well.

Betty Cosens
Betty enriches her community by her active contributions, improves the lives of others by example, and achieves a life balance without sacrificing personal values. She has a way of igniting hope, spirit and action within her numerous volunteer endeavors.

Barb Brouwer
Through Barb’s work she highlights community events for public attention. Her dedication to people stands out as she is caring and compassionate and always lends an ear and support when needed.

Kay Braby
Kay has a slightly different view than many retirees and is a dynamic example we can all aspire to. She believes in living life to the fullest and giving back to her family and community by assisting and working to establish many worthwhile programs.