Decade of Impact: WeINSPIRE Unveils Honorees for Legacy Luminary and Inspiration to Activation Awards in Grand 10-Year Celebration
Washington, D.C.– WeINSPIRE, a leading force in driving positive change, is thrilled to announce the recipients of the prestigious WeINSPIRE Legacy Luminary Award and Inspiration to Activation Award as part of our grand 10-Year Anniversary Celebration. This milestone event promises an unforgettable evening of recognition, inspiration, and connection, set to take place on Friday, April 19th, from 7-10pm at our exclusive Cocktail Hour.
WEINSPIRE LEGACY LUMINARY AWARD: The WeINSPIRE Legacy Luminary Award, designed to honor outstanding individuals who have made a lasting impact on WeINSPIRE over the past decade, is proud to recognize the following distinguished recipients:
Jolleen Wagner: Chief Formation Officer at the Brilla Schools Network With a commendable 20-year commitment to education, Jolleen Wagner has excelled as a 2nd-grade teacher and leader of Brilla's Character Initiatives. From her journey as a Lasallian Volunteer to Director of Lasallian Volunteers, Jolleen brings expertise in nonprofit management and educational leadership, consistently expanding the intersection of service, community, and justice in her various roles. Read more about Jolleen
Wayne Woodbury: Pharmacy Account Director for the Southeast region at Cencora Wayne Woodbury, the Pharmacy Account Director for the Southeast region at Cencora, is a seasoned healthcare professional with over 20 years of experience. He excels in developing and implementing clinical business and operational models to support independent oncology and multi-specialty practices. Wayne's expertise is vast--from overseeing substantial growth in a medically integrated pharmacy at Southern Oncology Specialists to serving as a community pharmacist and certified immunizer; contributing actively to community service, mentoring pharmacy students, and founding the Woodbury Collection, a clothing brand that emphasizes personalized style based on individual compositions and experiences. Read more about Wayne.
INSPIRATION TO ACTIVATION AWARD: The Inspiration to Activation Award, acknowledging individuals who transform inspiration into real-world impact, proudly recognizes the following influencers shaping cultures and driving community engagement:
Antwain Donté Hill: Founder and Chief Artistic Director of Stampede School of Modeling Antwain Donté Hill, a seasoned Runway/Model Coach, Motivational Speaker, and Philanthropist, has trained over 23,000 individuals and raised over $72,000 for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. In 2024, he founded the Kapes & Kicks Foundation to empower youth facing adversity. Read more about Antwain
Andraéa LaVant: Founder & President LaVant Consulting Inc., Disability Inclusion Expert, and Impact Producer for Netflix’s Oscar-nominated film, Crip Camp Andraéa LaVant is a nationally and internationally sought-after disability inclusion expert, spearheading a global disability justice movement. As a black, disabled woman, she champions intersectionality and works towards a future where ALL people, particularly disabled people of color, are seen and valued in culture and society at-large. Read more about Andraéa
Join us on April 19th as we applaud these remarkable individuals at our 10-Year Anniversary Celebration. Don't miss the opportunity to witness their inspiring stories and celebrate a decade of WeINSPIRE's unwavering commitment to positive change! Please join us in celebrating these individuals.
