
Seventy-four women, men, and businesses have been nominated for The EMBES – A Tribute to Women.
The annual awards mark their 52nd year of shining a light on those reflecting EmBe’s mission with this year’s event, which will be held Oct. 9 at the Orpheum Theater Center in downtown Sioux Falls.
“Thank you to our nominators for continuing to recognize the outstanding women, men, and businesses making a lasting impact in our community. At this year’s awards, we will celebrate the inspiring contributions of past and present honorees who embody EmBe’s mission while looking ahead to the future of EmBe Women’s Programs,” said Anna Wiederrich, donor engagement and events coordinator.
Honorees were nominated in nine categories.
Community & Public Service
- Tammie Denning, Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership
- Amy Carter, Helpline Center
- Nicole Hofer, Sleep In Heavenly Peace
- Angela Kennecke, Emily’s Hope
- Kate Feilmeier, Children’s Home Shelter for Family Safety
- Rhonda Erickson, Midco
- Erinn Williams, The Beauty Room
- Christine Hallenbeck-Ask, Sanford Health
- Tana Zwart, Community Advocate
- Tamera Jerke-Liesinger, The Banquet