On May 16, 2024, a crowd of more than 200 communication patrons gathered at Cincinnati’s Bell Event for the 2024 HSDC Service Award Gala, presented by altafiber. The evening celebrated the importance of communication in fostering connections and growth.
Dr. Roy M. Kulick, a distinguished pediatric emergency physician, received this year’s Service Award for his outstanding contributions to communication equity, access, and inclusion. His gifts of time, talent, treasure and testimony have been making a difference for decades. Additionally, 13-year old Isaiah Williams received the event’s 2024 Shining Star Award for his personal efforts in removing communication obstacles.
CEO JB Boothe presided over the evening’s fundraising festivities to bring the night to a remarkable close with nearly $130,000 in revenue. That result came from the generous gifts of our passionate supporters, who understand that communication is at the core of how we connect, grow and thrive.
The Laura and Richard Kretschmer Service Award
In 2017-2023, we recognized extraordinary volunteer service with the Laura and Richard Kretschmer Service Award. The honorees below exemplify the dedication and selflessness of our long-time patrons, Drs. Laura and Richard Kretschmer. The Kretschmers delivered selfless support of our mission to remove obstacles to communication for more than 60 years.
2024 – Dr. Roy M. Kulick
2023 – University of Cincinnati, College of Allied Health Sciences, Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders, Phyllis Breen, Nancy Fluharty, Carol Leslie, & Jo-Anne Prendeville
2022 – Susan Haumesser
2021 – Donna Mayerson, Ph.D.
2020 – Cincinnati Bell, Inc., Brian Keating, & Kevin Murray
2019 – The Shank Family, Robert, Lynn, Mady, Emma, and Nick
2018 – Bob Dehner
2017 – David Haffner
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