The 16th Annual Visionary Awards is Southern California’s premier leadership recognition event. Up to 1,000 civic, community and business leaders attend the awards in order to honor outstanding leaders in our midst and recognize their dedication to improving our region.
Award recipients will be honored in the following categories:
The Neil Morgan Memorial Award for Lifetime Achievement
Named for the late journalistic icon Neil Morgan, awarded to an individual who has served as a catalyst for positive change, resulting in a better future for our region.
Recipient: Patti Roscoe
Civic & Community Volunteer
The Ronald Kendrick Memorial Award for Regional Collaboration
Named for late banking executive and community leader Ronald Kendrick, presented in recognition of visionary leadership as demonstrated through coalescing diverse communities, focusing on collaborative approaches to shared resources, synergies and problem-solving skills for positive regional outcomes.
Recipient: Peter Seidler
Confronting Homelessness in San Diego
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The Ronald Kendrick Memorial Award for Regional Collaboration
Named for late banking executive and community leader Ronald Kendrick, presented in recognition of visionary leadership as demonstrated through coalescing diverse communities, focusing on collaborative approaches to shared resources, synergies and problem-solving skills for positive regional outcomes.
Recipient: Dan Shea
Confronting Homelessness in San Diego
LEAD Graduate of the Year
Awarded to a LEAD San Diego graduate who epitomizes excellence in community leadership.
Recipient: Lidia S. Martinez (11)
Manager of Community Affairs & Grassroots | Southwest Airlines
Economic Opportunity Award
Presented in recognition of visionary leadership in creating economic opportunities in our region that might not otherwise exist absent their efforts.
Recipient: Jay Flatley
Executive Chairman of the Board | Illumina
The Charles Nathanson Memorial Award for Cross-Border Region Building
Named for the late Charles Nathanson, a champion of cross-border communication and development, presented in recognition of visionary leadership demonstrated in addressing joint solutions to cross-border issues, further uniting San Diego and Baja California for a common future.
Recipient: Blanca Livier Uribe Diaz (17)
Vice President | Club de Beisbol Toros de Tijuana
>>Community Spotlight Award<<
Announced at the Visionary Awards event, this award recognizes an unsung hero who has made a significant impact on our community through their dedication of their time, talent, and treasure.
>>Click here for the full list of names and biographies of the Community Spotlight Award Finalists!
View the 2018 Visionary Awards Photo Album
Watch the 2018 Visionary Awards highlight video
2018 Visionary Awards media coverage
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, June 14, 2018
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location:
San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina (Grand Ballroom)
333 W Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101
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Parking:
Self parking – $15; Valet parking – $19
Contact Details:
Ph: 619-544-1362
Email: CRavago@SDChamber.org
Ticket Cost:
Partner Table Sponsor: $5,000
Associate Table Sponsor: $3,000
Table Sponsor: $2,000
Individual Ticket Priority Seating: $300
Individual Ticket General Seating: $200
Individual Ticket LEAD San Diego Member: $175
EVENT SPONSORS
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Sponsorship Opportunities:
Click here for sponsorship opportunities. Contact Carole Ravago at cravago@sdchamber.org or (619) 544-1362 for more information.