Women of Achievement Awards Reception
Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 5:30 PM
The Legacy Club | 300 Evesham Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Celebrate Extraordinary Women Of South Jersey
Join Scouting America Garden State Council as we shine a spotlight on women whose leadership, service, and integrity strengthen our communities. The Women of Achievement Awards Reception honors women from across South Jersey who are making meaningful contributions in business, education, civic engagement, and philanthropy.
2025 Honorees
Burlington County
Keisha Stephenson Taylor, Ed.D.
Sr. Director, Alumni & Postsecondary Engagement
NAF
Camden County
Janice Campbell
Founder
Tri-State Canine
Cape May County
Amy J. Mahon
Partner & CEO
Reich Asset Management, LLC
Cumberland County
Dawn S. Hunter
Executive Director
Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce
Gloucester County
Vojislava Pophristic, Ed.D.
Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Rowan University
Salem County
Candice Racite, Ed.D.
Associate Vice President, Industry Engagement
Rowan College of South Jersey
Woman Scouter of the Year
Chris Aziz
Longtime Scouter and Volunteer
Support The Celebration
Your sponsorship or contribution not only honors these extraordinary women but also fuels Scouting’s mission to prepare young people for a lifetime of leadership, service, and character.
Please submit your ad and company logo by Thursday, October 30, 2025 to 690specialevents@scouting.org
RSVP with guest names by October 30, 2025.
Check payable to:
Garden State Council
693 Rancocas Rd., Westampton, NJ 08060
Celebrate Impact
Your support empowers youth through adventure, service, and learning—
preparing them for lives of leadership and civic responsibility.
2024 Event Program Book
Relive the Memories
Past Honorees
| Year | Name |
|---|---|
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2012 |
Patricia Purdy |
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2012 |
Lynda Pagliughi |
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2012 |
Marlene Asselta |
|
2012 |
Pamela Clark |
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2012 |
Julia Acton |
|
2013 |
Amy Webb |
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2013 |
Debra Rosen |
|
2013 |
Maura McMahon |
|
2013 |
Louise Bertacchi |
|
2013 |
Nina Sorelli |
|
2013 |
Joyce Skradzinski |
|
2014 |
Mary Ann Boccolini |
|
2014 |
Stacey Sinclair |
|
2014 |
Maryanne Adams |
|
2014 |
Gail Marino |
|
2014 |
Lynda Hinkle |
|
2014 |
Tammy Maciocha |
|
2015 |
Peg Knight |
|
2015 |
June Sernak |
|
2015 |
Vicki Clark |
|
2015 |
Kathleen Gallaher |
|
2015 |
Michelle Gollapalli |
|
2015 |
Linda DuBois |
|
2016 |
Jennifer Starkey |
|
2016 |
Tish Colombi |
|
2016 |
Ronnie Town |
|
2016 |
Pamela Sjogren |
|
2016 |
Barbara Wallace |
|
2016 |
Lt. Col. Gwyn Parris-Atwell |
|
2017 |
Mary Ann O'Brien |
|
2017 |
Adrienne Kirby |
|
2017 |
Nancy Cleaver |
|
2017 |
Tammy Garrison |
|
2017 |
Lt. Col. Barbara McCormick |
|
2017 |
BJ Ayars |
|
2018 |
Sharon Hammel |
|
2018 |
Debra DiLorenzo |
|
2018 |
E. Marie Hayes |
|
2018 |
Shirley Sever |
| Year | Name |
|---|---|
|
2018 |
Jennifer Young |
|
2018 |
Nicki Burke |
|
2019 |
Felicia Hopson |
|
2019 |
Joccola Thomas |
|
2019 |
Dr Barbara Gaba |
|
2019 |
Dr Shelly Schneider |
|
2019 |
Lisa Carney |
|
2019 |
Ceil Smith |
|
2020 |
Bridget Wiese |
|
2020 |
Dr Helene Burns |
|
2020 |
Melonie Colette |
|
2020 |
Veronica Sergiacomi |
|
2020 |
Patricia Claghorn |
|
2020 |
Elizabeth Harris |
|
2021 |
Anne Caruso |
|
2021 |
Christina Renna |
|
2021 |
Joanne Carrocino |
|
2021 |
Minerva Alvarado |
|
2021 |
Joanne Connor |
|
2021 |
Thersa Widger |
|
2022 |
Dr. Tiffani Worthy |
|
2022 |
Betty Maul |
|
2022 |
Denise Beckson |
|
2022 |
Christy DiLeonardo |
|
2022 |
Robin Walton |
|
2022 |
Elaine Dunner |
|
2023 |
Kristi Howell |
|
2023 |
Lavinia Awosanya |
|
2023 |
Camille Fitzmartin |
|
2023 |
Tyrese Jacinto |
|
2023 |
Catherine Allen-Carlozo |
|
2023 |
Sue Leighty |
|
2024 |
Nicole Gillespie |
|
2024 |
Jean-Marie Gaetane |
|
2024 |
Rubye Hutchinson |
|
2024 |
Donna Perez |
|
2024 |
Eve Pappas |
|
2024 |
Debbie Behnke |
*Deceased
Development Team Contact
If you would like more information about Garden State Council's Distinguished Citizen Awards and the many ways you can support the mission of Scouting in South Jersey, we invite you to contact us by email.
