Lifetime Achievement

Nicholson School of Communication associate instructor, Shari Hodgson  received the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce’s first ever “Lifetime Achievement Award” for her devotion to the development and success of leadership programs, including Youth Leaders.

Hodgson, who teaches in the human communication program,  was honored earlier this year at the Chamber’s 25th anniversary ceremony.

“Shari is someone I credit with instilling in me the passion I feel for the programs of Leadership Winter Park,” said Debra Hendrickson, vice president for the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce. “Many of our alumni have worked with Shari on one committee or another over the 25 years and would agree, her enthusiasm is contagious and her dedication is unwavering.”

On winning her award, Hodgson said, “”This award really belongs to all the 800 amazing Leadership Alumni that have transformed the spirit of our Winter Park community.”

The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce began with a vision to develop leaders who would become active and informed citizens for the betterment of the community and has transformed into a thriving program with more than 800 graduates who are among the area’s top business executives, non-profit board members and elected officials.

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