Downriver Women of Distinction Honored at Local Awards Event

The Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber (SWCRC) hosted its sixth annual Women of Achievement Awards on Friday, October 14. The event was held at Crystal Gardens in Southgate. Main sponsors for the event were Beaumont Health, PNC Bank, Wayne County Community College District, and Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency. The event showcases exceptional women in business and community leadership in the downriver region in four separate categories.

President and CEO of SWCRC Ron Hinrichs explained how the honorees were determined. "We receive nominations from the community and the chamber me...