Corrie Lingenfelter
Seven people and organizations will receive one of the Harrisburg area’s most prestigious annual awards, as the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC announced its 2023 Catalyst Award winners.
Corrie Lingenfelter, executive director of Downtown Daily Bread, will receive the Catalyst Award itself, for her contributions to the community. Harrisburg-based Downtown Daily Bread serves as a shelter and kitchen for the homeless and food insecure.
The other award recipients are:
- Athena Award: Virginia Roth, Color & Culture
- Diversity Influencer of the Year: TE Connectivity’s African Heritage ERG-PA Chapter
- Entrepreneur of the Year: Jonathan Bowser, Steel Works Construction
- Government Leader of the Year: state Sen. Greg Rothman
- Small Business of The Year: Burn 30
- Volunteer of The Year: Michael Burke, PNC Bank
Each year, the Catalyst Awards recognize recipients for their commitment to leading positive change in the region, creating more opportunities for business and building a brighter future in the region.
TheBurg received the Catalyst Award in 2018.
“We are incredibly proud to honor this dynamic and diverse group of visionary individuals and businesses for their dedication and commitment to improving our region,” said Ryan Unger, president & CEO of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC. “The Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC’s core values include being inclusive, collaborative and positive. This year’s winners strongly demonstrate these values in their work, and we are proud to honor them this year for that work.”
The Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC will host the Catalyst Awards ceremony on Wednesday, Dec. 6 at the Hilton Harrisburg. For more information and to register, click here.
