20 OUTSTANDING WOMEN
Below are the winners from the past
20 Outstanding Women Contest

Lisa Gale
Congratulations to our winner, Lisa Gale, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Marci Neuman "She not only wants to do good work in her field but she also strives to be a good person." - Marci Neuman Lisa Gale has created a strong and caring workplace for herself and her employees. She founded G...

Elizabeth Sweet
Congratulations to our winner, Elizabeth Sweet, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Ashley Chevalier "Elizabeth has influenced and transformed the lives of many students in just a short time at MVU." - Ashley Chevalier Elizabeth Sweet's unique approach to education is setting students up for s...

Amy Johnston
Congratulations to our winner, Amy Johnston, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Michael Johnston "She's not just a part of Robinson School; she's the heart that beats with warmth, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of every student in the Mount Abraham Unified School District...

Heidi Gillespie
Congratulations to our winner, Heidi Gillespie, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Courtney Warren "She truly gives all of herself to her local community, greater Vermont communities, and even international communities." - Courtney Warren Heidi Gillespie is devoted to caring for others in a p...

Sue Wear
Congratulations to our winner, Sue Wear, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Carolyn Siccama "The work that she does is remarkable, and we are so very lucky that we have her in our community making a difference in the lives of animals and families who have lost their pets." - Carolyn Siccama S...

Linnae Horan
Congratulations to our winner, Linnae Horan, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated By: Grace Smith "Linnae has always been a stellar entrepreneur with a focus on helping her community and her state." - Grace Smith Linnae Horan is a problem solver on an environmental scale. She noticed that Vermont's...

Michelle Archer
Congratulations to our winner, Michelle Archer, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Tom and Beth Nichols "In my mind she is an inspiration to anybody who wants to give back to the public and serve and protect the public." - Tom and Beth Nichols Michelle Archer's work as a Vermont State Police ...

Jennie Clarke
Congratulations to our winner, Jennie Clarke, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Ginger Kozlowski "When surrounding towns found themselves without a person of their own to oversee the cookie season, Jennie stepped up to help." - Ginger Kozlowski Jennie Clarke is a lifelong Girl Scout. From he...

Ann St. Francis
Congratulations to our winner, Ann St. Francis, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Ann St. Francis "My grandmother is the image of selflessness. There isn't a life she has touched that wasn't made better because of it. She's an angel." - Courtney Bourgeois Ann St. Francis has been helping peo...

Chastity Cardinal
Congratulations to our winner, Chastity Cardinal, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: BreAnna Cyr "Those who work with Chastity are so lucky to have someone who maintains accountability, in a way that makes people want to become a better version of themselves." - BreAnna Cyr Chastity Cardinal ...

Lisa Dion
Congratulations to our winner, Lisa Dion, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Robert Erickson "Lisa is truly doing her part to help make the community a better place, one young girl at a time." - Robert Erickson Lisa Dion is committed to helping young girls enter the world of community science...

Anna Main
Congratulations to our winner, Anna Main, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Kellie Thomas "If we actually gave away 'keys to the city' like they do to superheroes in the movies, I honestly believe Anna Main would have one for all the heroic things she does for the town of Hinesburg." - Kelli...

Tammy Villanueva
Congratulations to our winner, Tammy Villanueva, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: John Borner "Her tireless efforts, community engagement, support of cancer survivors, and unwavering dedication truly set her apart." - John Borner

Dawn Lazzara
Congratulations to our winner, Dawn Lazzara, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Marie Manning "I consider Dawn to be an outstanding woman with a heart of gold." - Marie Manning Dawn Lazzara has spent countless hours coordinating events in her Groton community to raise money for Jazzy's Childr...

Melinda White
Congratulations to our winner, Melinda White, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Jody White "Melinda constantly pours herself into working to support the recovery community." - Jody White Melinda White has devoted herself to helping people in need throughout Franklin and Grand Isle Counties. ...

Jennifer Allen
Congratulations to our winner, Jennifer Allen, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Jenna Smart "When I think of Jen, I think of a strong, humble, compassionate female leader." - Jenna Smart Jennifer Allen is the director of Care Design NY in Keeseville. Care Design NY assists individuals with ...

June Heston
Congratulations to our winner, June Heston, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Kristine Bickford "June's history of protecting and advocating for others runs far and wide." - Kristine Bickford June Heston currently sits on the Vermont Veterans Advisory Council, appointed by Governor Scott, as...

Debi Graziano
Congratulations to our winner, Debi Graziano, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Catherine Schofield "Debi is driven to do more for all Veterans in today's society so they won't feel forgotten, and honor them for all they have done for us." - Catherine Schofield Debi Graziano's father was a V...

Beth White
Congratulations to our winner, Beth White, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Chandler Ede "Her focus is to bring in the next generation of women into a male-dominated field of aviation." Chandler Ede Beth White is committed to providing youth with opportunities to learn, grow and explore the...

Deb Piche
Congratulations to our winner, Deb Piche, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Debbie Thompson "She is a big reason the senior housing is such a warm, friendly place to live. And a huge reason why C.i.D.E.R. is such a great organization for people in Grand Isle County." - Debbie Thompson Deb Pi...
Tammy Carroll
Congratulations to today's winner, Tammy Carroll, one of our Outstanding Women of 2022! Nominated by: Susan Faryniarz "Tammy created a nonprofit organization Big Beautiful Life. Their purpose is to spread joy to children in medical crises. She is inspiring many and I'm in awe!" - Susan Faryniarz Tammy Carroll...
Barb Klein
Congratulations to today's winner, Barb Klein, one of our Outstanding Women of 2022! Nominated By: Alecia DiMario "Barb has been a licensed practical nurse at Birchwood Terrace for 48 years, primarily in the Memory Care Unit. Barb's dedication to her patients is unparalleled." - Alecia DiMario During her 48 ...
Amy Anderson
Congratulations to today's winner, Amy Anderson, one of our Outstanding Women of 2022! Nominated by: Emily Wesson "Amy is a selfless woman whose mission is to help Vermonters and families in foster care and in need." - Emily Wesson Amy Anderson is the creator of Amy's Armoire, a thrift store in Barre that is...
Lindsey Owen
Congratulations to today's winner, Lindsey Owen, one of our Outstanding Women of 2022! Nominated By: John St. Amour "Lindsey leads DRVT with strength and experience, and strives to promote the equality, dignity, and self-determination of people with disabilities." - John St. Amour Lindsey Owen is the Executiv...
Val Pallotta
Congratulations to today's winner, Val Pallotta, one of our Outstanding Women of 2022! Nominated By: Colleen Palmer "Josh's House is a safe place for veterans to get a hot meal, counseling, massage, exercise, classes and camaraderie with fellow veterans, all of this at no charge. She won't stop until there is an e...
Michelle LaPerle
Congratulations to today's winner, Michelle LaPerle, one of our 20 Outstanding Women of 2022! Nominated by: Briana Aylward "Michelle is a pillar in the face of substance use in the State of Vermont. She goes above and beyond to make sure she is available to others trying to find sobriety." - Briana Aylward Mi...
Ashley Bartley
Congratulations to today's winner, Ashley Bartley, one of our 20 Outstanding Women of 2022! Nominated by: Jeff Bartley "Ashley's dedication to her community is inspiring to women everywhere, especially her one year old daughter Reagan." - Jeff Bartley As a new, young mom and working professional, Ashley ran f...
Kellie Thomas
Congratulations to today's winner, Kellie Thomas, one of our Outstanding Women of 2022! Nominated By: Holli Boise "Kellie Thomas is a 6th-degree black belt who teaches TaeKwon Do to people from eighteen months old to seventy years old. In her own words, she teaches "to help people build self-confidence"....
Shawna Lovelette
Congratulations to today's winner, Shawna Lovelette, one of our Outstanding Women of 2022! Nominated By: Amy Gervais "Shawna is the first to volunteer in her community where help is needed. She is always volunteering and giving. She is the kindest, most caring person I know." - Amy Gervais Shawna Lovelette an...
Kelley Hackett
Congratulations to today's winner, Kelley Hackett, one of our Outstanding Women of 2022! Nominated by: Corey Hackett "Kelley Hackett is an in-home childcare provider, childcare leader, advocate for early education, volunteers in her community and mother of three. When we are in the local community, former students...