The Minerva Award
According to legend, ‘Minerva’ was the goddess of warriors, poetry, medicine, wisdom, commerce, and craft.
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The Minerva Award is presented annually to recognize a member of the Women’s Business Network who gives freely of her experience, time and energy to the organization, its members, and our community.
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This individual is someone who has been instrumental in the growth of the CVWBN, who has assisted others in the membership and is a well-respected member of the business community.
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The presentation of the award is made at the Annual General Meeting, which is held on the second Wednesday in May each year.
Carol Elliott
2022
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Carol Elliott (centre) is presented with the Minerva Award by Deanna Papinaeu (L) and Kelly Phillips (R).
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Carol has served the WBN in many ways, including being a Director on the Board, the BOOST committee Chair, and a Director at Large.
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Her enthusiasm, wit, and verve supported the continued growth of the WBN throughout the years.
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Thank you, Carol, for your committment to helping business women grow and thrive in the Comox Valley.
Honouring Past Recipients
2021 - Deanna Papineau
2020 - Dennyse Harris
2019 - Terri Perrin
2018 - Linda Graceffo
2017 - Donna Lafonatine
016 – Bobbie Norton
2015 – Tara Laderoute
2014 – Maureen Glowasky
2013 – Liz Tribe
2012 – Debi Genereux
2011 – Julie Watkins
2010 – Maggie Komar
2009 – Emma Payton
2008 – Brenda Kelm
2007 – Lara Austin
2006 – Karen McKinnon
2005 – Deb Dewar
2004 – Barb Greenwood
2003 – Audrey Stewart
2002 – Linda Oprica
2001 – Linda Oprica
2000 – Cindy Steuart
1999 – Donna Stevenson
1998 – Marcia Allardice