Power of Work Awards

Champion Award

This award celebrates C-suite executives committed to helping people overcome work-related barriers and obstacles. Recipients of the Champion Award exemplify the highest standards of integrity and vision, inspiring others to create opportunities and remove barriers for a diverse workforce. By advocating for inclusivity, accessibility, and employee empowerment, these leaders elevate their organizations and contribute to the broader community, setting a standard for others in the industry.

Innovation Award

This award recognizes organizations who have made significant contributions to promoting creativity and ingenuity within their organization, particularly in developing new opportunities and partnerships to remove barriers for a diverse workforce.

Recipients of the Innovation Award exemplify a creative and forward-thinking mindset, demonstrating the ability to identify challenges and devise visionary solutions that inspire others to create opportunities for individuals experiencing employment obstacles. By cultivating a philosophy of experimentation and collaboration, these people pave the way for future advancements in the workforce.

Trailblazer Award

This award recognizes individuals and organizations who have “blazed a trail” in their field or community, pursuing systemic change in volunteer and workforce development, creating equitable opportunities for those with disabilities, those who are justice-involved, and those facing other barriers. They demonstrate courage and willingness to promote positive change and challenge how things are currently done.

Recipients of the Trailblazer Award are visionaries who identify opportunities for growth and improvement in the workplace and community. By celebrating these trailblazers, we acknowledge their invaluable contributions to shaping the future of the workplace and our community and inspiring others to follow them.