Ascension Sacred Heart presents the 2024 P. A. C. E. Emerging Leader of the Year Award winner, Whitney Vaughan Fike! Congratulations from the Greater Pensacola Chamber and the 2024 P.A.C.E. Awards Title Sponsor, Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon Attorneys at Law .
"The Emerging Leader of the Year is awarded to an individual who has demonstrated leadership in our community through consistent engagement and service. This award recipient is an individual who is expected to continue having a positive impact in the community throughout their career.
This year’s Emerging Leader of the Year is known as someone who collaborates and builds partnerships across our community to address problems. Our winner is motivated by a deep-seated drive to make a positive impact and contribute to the betterment of others and the environment in which she operates. Helping others is at the core of her motivation, and she finds great fulfillment in facilitating effective communication to connect people with opportunities for growth and positive change.
With her position at International Paper, this year’s winner has demonstrated leadership by creating volunteer events and encouraging team members to participate in community initiatives like food distribution events, United Way of West Florida Day of Caring and Stuff the Bus, a Feminine Hygiene Kit Packing Event, Radiothon for Ascension Sacred Heart’s Childrens Hospital, Reading is Fundamental Book Giveaways, and more.
Our award winner currently serves on many local boards including being President of the University of West Florida Alumni Association, Pensacola Little Theatre Board of Directors, Mann Board of Directors, Escambia County 4-H Foundation, IMPACT 100, Florida Public Relations Association and more.
Our winner’s commitment to community impact and effective communication has played a vital role in fostering a positive image for her employer, strengthening internal employee cohesion, and demonstrating dedication to making a meaningful difference in the community." Will Condon, President & CEO, Ascension Sacred Heart.
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