The Valentine Richmond History Center launched Richmond History Makers in 2005 to annually recognize, honor, and celebrate those everyday citizens and outstanding organizations that are making significant contributions to the greater Richmond region.

Public nominations will are accepted each May/June for those who are benefiting our community by mentoring best practices, leading successful initiatives and contributing positively through innovative methods. Nominees should be selected based upon distinction in one of the following categories:

Creating Quality Educational Opportunities
Improving Racial Equality and Social Justice
Demonstrating Innovative Solutions
Promoting Stronger Communities
Fostering Regional Cooperation

Co-chairs
Renee Johnson
Philanthropy Manager
Dominion


Neil S. Kessler
Board of Trustees, VRHC
Selection Committee Co-Chairs
Elizabeth L. Nelson
President
First Market Bank

John M. Lewis, Jr.
CEO
GRTC Transit System
Committee
Linda Powell Pruitt
President
LMR

Kathryn A. Strawn
Vice President & Executive Director
MeadWestvaco Foundation

Gordon N. Dixon
Altria Client Services Inc.

E. Frazier Millner
Director of Strategic Marketing
Richmond Times-Dispatch

Andrea Wright
Community Relations Manager • Community Affairs
Capital One
Questions about Richmond History Makers may be directed to: Lesley Bruno,
(804) 649-0711 ext. 322,
or Cathryn Lowe, (804) 649-0711 ext. 326, or info@richmondhistorycenter.com.


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