In advance of their upcoming Celebrating Upstate Unsung Heroes virtual event, Ten at the Top [TATT] announced they have received over 130 nominations for unsung heroes from across the ten-county Upstate region. In place of their annual Celebrating Successes Luncheon, this virtual event will be held on November 18th to recognize the many Upstate citizens who have worked tirelessly during the COVID-19 pandemic to keep their surrounding communities healthy and safe.
Greenville county alone received forty-six unique nominations for community members representing organizations and businesses across various industries. Out of these forty-six nominees, one finalist will be selected to represent Greenville county at the event on Wednesday, November 18th beginning at 11:00 AM.
Below is a comprehensive list of the nominees for Greenville County:
Josh Albin, Assistant Principal at Bryson Elementary School
Russell Alexander, Assistant Fire Chief for the City of Fountain Inn
Rachelle Andino, Innovation Lab Instructor at Monaview Elementary School
Michael Black, Custodian at Brushy Creek Elementary School
Faculty & Staff of Bright Horizons Children’s Center/Greenville Memorial Childcare Center
Teri Brinkman, Director of Community Engagement for Greenville County Schools
Terence Brister, Founder, Unified Self Defense and City Policeman, Greenville Police Department
Jamie Cato, Truck Driver for McLane Company
Kay Clifton, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones
Todd Cook, Plant Engineer at Sterling School
Dr. Deanna Cotter, Chief Medical Officer at New Horizon Family Health Services
Timbre Cruz, Store Worker at BI-LO Grocery
Leasa Dacus, Instructional Coach for Greenville County Schools
Sean Dogan, Interim CEO at Urban League of the Upstate
Judy Dyer, RN at Phoenix Center
Dina Estrada, Programs & Outreach Coordinator at Hispanic Alliance
Ushamani (Kitty) Fleetwood, Director of Rehab at Skylyn Pacifica
Kate French, Secretary for Greenville Country Democratic Party & Outreach and Grants Coordinator for Camperdown Academy
Ann Finch, Custodian at Brushy Creek Elementary School
Jessica Gallman, Director of Project & Change Management at United Community Bank
Christina Garter, Clinical Nurse Educator at Prisma Health
Keri Geary, Outreach Director at Grace Church
Shannon Hudson, 9Round Fitness
Patricia Idarrago-Quiros, K4 Aide at Simpsonville Elementary School
Kourtney Jones, ICU Registered Nurse at Bon Secours St. Francis Health System
Laura King, Nurse Educator at New Horizon Family Health Services
Erike Klimkowski, Front Office Clerk at Eastside High School
Rev. Bridget Kokolis, Minister to Families at Augusta Road Baptist Church
Marina Lewis, Social Worker at Mauldin High School
Joey Loman of Synergy Mill
Charmain Madison, Special Education Teacher at Simpsonville Elementary School
John McCall, Lead Technician at Fusion Audio & Video
Staff of Meals on Wheels of Greenville County
Shannon Miller, Special Education Teacher at Simpsonville Elementary School
Kitty Morgan, Paratransit Coordinator at Greenlink
Bob Morris, President of the Community Foundation of Greenville
Alan Max Myers, Assistant Fire Chief at Berea Fire Department
Jessica Owens, Director of Adult Services at The Phoenix Center
Katy Pugh Smith, Executive Director of Piedmont Health Foundation & Greenville Partnership for Philanthropy
Amanda Sopko, 4th Grade Virtual Teacher for Greenville County Schools
Mende Taylor, Food Services Director at Hollis Academy
Paula Valencia of Greenville County Schools
Samantha Wallace, Director of Business Development at Think Up Consulting
Laura Wedell-Jenkins, Volunteer at Fountain Inn Community Police Fund
Kristen Wellbaum, Food & Nutrition Services Manager at Sterling School
Susan Whitmire, 1st Grade Teacher at Stone Academy
“The selfless work of unsung heroes who have remained committed and strong for their communities during a time of uncertainty has been critical to our communities and we felt worthy of special recognition,” said Dean Hybl, Executive Director of Ten at the Top. “As an organization that serves as a regional connector, we thought it was an appropriate time to pivot from past traditions for this annual event and shine a light upon the many individuals who have kept our Upstate region together during this pandemic.”
The virtual event is free, though advance registration is requested through Eventbrite and a special “event gift” will be sent to all who register by Wednesday, November 11th. In lieu of an admission charge, attendees are encouraged to make a donation to help Ten at the Top continue its mission across the Upstate and to help say “thank you” to the county Unsung Heroes. Contributions will be divided between Ten at the Top general organizational support, the TATT Ignition Fund for providing long-term impact across the Upstate, and a “thank you” stipend to the Unsung Heroes that will be honored at this event.
To learn more about Ten at the Top and their Celebrating Upstate Unsung Heroes Virtual Event, please visit www.tenatthetop.org
ABOUT TEN AT THE TOP
Comprised of public, private and civic leaders across the ten-county Upstate South Carolina Region, Ten at the Top was created to build regional trust and consensus through data-driven research and regular convening of leaders and citizens to address key issues facing the region. Ten at the Top works with regional partners to encourage quality growth and enhance the economic vitality, natural and cultural resources and quality of life for Upstate residents both today and as the region continues to grow. www.tenatthetop.org.
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