Nancy is a survivor of domestic violence having lived in an abusive marriage and experiencing the violent murder of her daughter on January 10, 2003. She is an advocate for domestic violence and sensitivity toward victims. Nancy created Randi’s House of Angels (RHOA), to fulfill her dream to help children who are victims of domestic violence. RHOA provides trauma informed programs to both individual and group therapies to help traumatized children. She established her credibility in the community by hosting over the past 15 years Randi’s Race: a 5K Run/Walk for Hope and Courage and has raised over $473,000. Nancy has been recognized for her efforts as a community leader, co-authored a book and received several awards for her efforts. She is honored to have received an Honorary Doctorate from Central Penn College.

The recipient of this award is a woman who builds long-term business success, with strong community involvement and is adaptable in the changing business environment. She is innovative in her business strategy and recognized as a business leader.

The recipient of this award is a business leader who excels in the pursuit of cultural diversity and inclusion in the community or workplace.  She contributes to and enhances the environment through a sustained commitment to improve opportunities for Central PA. She is a leader who is dedicated to raising issues of diversity and inclusion and protecting civil and human rights.

Lisa Lickers is a native of Buffalo, NY. Determined to live a life of service, Lisa obtained her B.A. in Psychology from Buffalo State College and her M.A. in Human Services Counseling to better understand the needs of those she would serve. Lisa has several years’ experience in serving marginalized populations as a manager for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In 2019, Lisa decided to transition her skill sets into a role that allows her to work with families to create lasting financial breakthrough in their households and on an individualized basis as an agent with New York Life. Outside of her professional career, Lisa is a certified Crisis Advocate for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault victims, a certified life coach, and the founder/CEO of her own non-profit organization; the Young Women Empowerment Academy. Lisa dedicates her time to mentoring teen mothers and works diligently with theyouth in her community to give them the tools and resources they need to be successful. Lisa has a passion for serving her community and empowering the next generation.

The recipient of this award is a woman who shares her expertise to help others develop and grow. She creates a lasting and beneficial impact on business owners, leaders, and rising stars.

Agate is the stone of strength & courage. This award is presented to the man who has demonstrated exceptional effort that have helped advance women in business. He is a champion for gender equality with a track record of investing in and supporting women in our community.

Todd Snovel was appointed by Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf as the inaugural Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Commission on LGBTQ Affairs. In this role, he works alongside 36 commissioners, from across the Commonwealth, advising the Governor on policies, practices, legislation, and systems that impact LGBTQ individuals and communities.
Prior to this appointment, Todd served as the Assistant Dean for Engagement and Inclusion at Lebanon Valley College where he led the team working with students in the co-curricular experience and initiated campus-wide efforts in equity, diversity, and inclusion. Todd has taught college-level courses on the studies of genders, sexualities, and identities and holds an M.A. in Organizational Leadership from Mansfield University.

Todd is passionate about contributing to his community and advocating for equality and access to education, the arts, and healthcare. He has served on the boards of Lebanon Family Health Services, the Lebanon Community Theatre, The Sexual Assault Resource and Counseling Center, and the Keystone Business Alliance. Todd is also a past chair of the Lebanon County Commission for Women.

He is a proud member of the Dream Team for the Fund for Women and Girls of the Foundation for Enhancing Communities and serves on the Women’s Fund Advisory Committee. He was the 2014 recipient of the Athena Award from the Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce and was named Advocate of the Year by the Keystone Business Alliance in 2018.

Todd has provided workshops and trainings on issues of diversity, inclusion and global engagement for businesses, organizations, and conferences and is an active presenter, contributor, and foundation trustee for ACPA: College Student Educators International.

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This award recognizes a business who demonstrates a positive company culture, employee development, and job growth. They focus on using their business to grow their community via sponsorship, volunteerism, and community involvement. They are a leader in their industry who contributes to economic growth and providing value for residents living and working in Central PA.