In celebration of International Women’s Day, the American Caribbean Chamber of Commerce (ACCC), held a black-tie soiree with theme “Building Effective Ally ship in a Pivotal World” to award Phenomenal Women.

American Caribbean Chamber of Commerce

International Women’s Day, recognized by the United Nations on March 8, 1911, is a time to reflect on progress made and a call for change globally.  It is a celebration of acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities.

ACCC, founded by R.J. Baptiste, held the dinner and award ceremony at Heaven on Earth in Houston Texas on March 13, 2021.  Honorable Judge Toni Wallace provided words of encouragement and Keynote Speaker, Texas State Rep. Ron Reynolds, lauded phenomenal women throughout history for service and advocacy.

The panel of women received the Phenomenal Woman Award from ACCC, Community Service Award from Texas State Representative Ron Reynolds, and Certificate of Recognition from Fred A. Burton (Mayor, City of Arcola Texas).  This award recognizes women leaders from all over the world that excel in their profession and are making a true difference in global diaspora.

The Honorary Panelists and Awardees included Alice C. Chen (Stafford City Mayor Pro-Tem), Bridgette Smith-Lawson (Attorney), Cleo “Adaoha” Glenn Johnson-Mclaughlin , Carmen P. Turner, Sonia Behrana Rash, Tamara Vogt-Smith, Jennifer A. Goodall, Ana Julia Valenzurla-Feliz, Dr. Alice Ajim, Elisa Hanson-Linton, Dr. Christy Isoken Ogbeide, Ashley Turner, Ladonna Parker, Kimma Wreh, Claudine Umuhire Gasana, Wanda Boone, Christiana Thompson, Tracy Wilson, Beverley McGrew Walker, Solange Gabrice, Odeta Zheku, Alia Alhaj Shamoon Ahmed, Latonya Johnson, Guesta Anthony, Sekinatu Ajanwachuku, and Dr. Nissi Hamilton.

Kimma Wreh received the Phenomenal Woman Award, Texas and Mayoral Community Service Recognitions at the American Caribbean Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala in Houston Texas.

Cultural Dancers at the American Caribbean Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala

Fred A. Burton (Mayor, City of Arcola Texas) delivered remarks at the American Caribbean Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala,