EVENT DETAILS
Women of Distinction honors and celebrates women leaders in South Florida chosen by the community and selected by an esteemed committee of past recipients and distinguished women leaders with a complement of events that culminate with a grand luncheon. This legacy event has honored over 220 women innovators, influencers, philanthropists, and entrepreneurs that have effected change in the community and beyond. Women of Distinction is a platform to honor women leaders and a networking opportunity to connect with leaders throughout South Florida.
Join us at the 23rd Annual Event on Friday, December 7, 2018 as we celebrate accomplished women leaders and rising stars in South Florida.
EVENT LEADERSHIP
Thanks to the leadership of our Chair and Selection Committee Members, we are honored to present this year's event. After months of hard work, these volunteers have taken the event to new heights. The March of Dimes and the families we support are grateful for the generosity and effort of the team that made this day possible.
2018 Women of Distinction Committee
Natasha S. Hampton-Clayton, Chair
Assistant City Manager
City of Rocky Mount, NC
Dr. Wilhelmena Mack, Founder
President
W Mack and Associates, Inc.
Gwendolyn Batie
Community Volunteer
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
Peg Buchan
Assistant Port Director
Port Everglades
Deidre Jordan
Regional Practice Director, Women's & Children's Services
Envision Physician Services
Chantal Leconte
Adjunct Professor
Florida Atlantic University
BECOME A SPONSOR
Through partnerships with companies, organizations and individuals, March of Dimes is able to create unique moments for your clients, vendors and leadership teams. Sponsorship opportunities provide you with brand recognition, civic engagement and an exclusive client entertainment opportunity within the event. We look forward to working with you to discuss your partnership with March of Dimes. Please contact
Liesl Mejias or (561) 325-1843 to learn more.
WOMEN OF DISTINCTION HONOREES
The nomination process is open to the community and may include peers, past Honorees, co-workers, and even the people and families Honorees have impacted. Nominators apply for Honoree consideration, and an esteemed panel of leaders carefully reviews each application and selects ten women each year who exuberate leadership and philanthropic initiatives in the South Florida community.
To nominate a 2019 honoree, please visit: Nomination Submission
Shirley D. Baker
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Esther Baylor
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Stephanie Ducheine-Welsh, Esq.
Lane & Ducheine, PL
Milin Espino, MBA
Memorial Healthcare System
Babette Ferre-Kosar
Memorial Healthcare System
Nicole Krauss
Publix Super Markets, Inc.
Dr. Roseanne Lesack
Mailman Segal Center for Human Development at Nova Southeastern University
Debbie Savage, RN, BSN
Responsive Home Care
Patricia A. Sipala, RN, MSN, IBCLC, C-EFM
Holy Cross Hospital
The Welsh Family
Pictured here is Madison. Madison was born 7 weeks early weighing 3 lbs 5 ounces and spent 38 days in the NICU. She is now healthy and thriving. Her parents, Stephanie and Michael have made a commitment to share their story to help raise awareness.
The rate of premature births in Florida is staggering – 1 in 10 babies. By supporting March of Dimes you are taking a very important next step to helping us end prematurity. Your investment can help families like them have healthy moms and strong babies!
View our updated event acknowledgements and waivers here.
