The Minerva Award
According to legend, ‘Minerva’ was the goddess of warriors, poetry, medicine, wisdom, commerce, and craft.
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.
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.
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
Carol Elliott (centre) is presented with the Minerva Award by Deanna Papinaeu (L) and Kelly Phillips (R).
Carol has served the WBN in many ways, including being a Director on the Board, the BOOST committee Chair, and a Director at Large.
Her enthusiasm, wit, and verve supported the continued growth of the WBN throughout the years.
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