The Trailblazer Leadership of Excellence Award was instituted by Congressman Hank Johnson and Commissioner Stan Watson to formally recognize and honor those individuals who through their outstanding efforts and dedication have made a positive impact on our community. These individuals work tirelessly, not for themselves, but to ensure a better quality of life for community members for generations to come.

Honoring President Barack Obama’s Southeast Regional Appointees:

Cassius Butts, Small Business Administration

Edward Jennings, Jr., Department of Housing and Urban Development

Gwendolyn Keyes-Fleming, Environmental Protection Agency

Paulette Norvel Lewis, United States Department of Labor

Carlis V. Williams, Department of Health and Human Services