Since 1979, the Minority Achievers Awards and Scholarship Gala has brought together Central Indiana professionals and corporate and community leaders to recognize minority individuals who have made outstanding contributions to their companies, their professions and their communities.
Top 2015 Recipients
Accomplished Achievement Award:
Max Siegel, Chief Executive Officer, USA Track & Field
Madame C.J. Walker (Outstanding Woman of the Year) Award:
Dr. Virginia A. Caine, Director, Marion County Public Health Department
The 8th Annual S. Henry Bundles, Jr. Award for service to the Center for Leadership Development:
William G. Mays [December 4, 1945 – December 4, 2014]
Distinguished CLD Alumni Award:
Center for Leadership Development Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Award
Victor Bush, Jr. CLD Alum, Class of 1987
Arsenal Technical High School, Assistant Principal and Athletic Director
Awards will also be presented to individuals who are nominated for achievement in the following categories:
Achievement in Arts & Entertainment:
Achievement in Business & Industry:
Achievement in Communications/PR/Advertising:
Achievement in Education, K-12:
Achievement in Education, Post-secondary:
Achievement in Entrepreneurship:
Achievement in Financial Services:
Achievement in Professions:
Achievement in Public & Community Service:
Achievement in Science & Technical Disciplines:
“Up & Coming” Achiever:
Additionally, the annual awards dinner has developed into a showcase for “CLD Scholars” who are CLD youth participants who are recognized for their academic talents and scholarship awards, which are presented by CLD’s college and community partners. In 2015, these partners offered nearly $2.9 million in scholarships to 48 CLD participants.
Nominate a deserving individual by January 22, 2016 or purchase your tickets HERE!