Pictured L-R: Dr. Valentine Nzengung, James Daniel, Nicolas Jaramillo Angel, Chris Weaver, Fern Pegus
ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs Inc. is pleased to announce the honorees for its 2024 Annual Awards Fundraiser taking place on Sept. 19 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Savanna Hall at Zoo Atlanta. This special evening will celebrate the exceptional achievements of entrepreneurs and partners who have made significant contributions to Georgia’s business community. Crystal Edmonson, Broadcast Editor of the Atlanta Business Chronicle, will serve as the Mistress of Ceremonies.
The 2024 ACE Award honorees are:
- Commercial Impact Award : MuniRem Environmental LLC | Dr. Valentine Nzengung
- Small Business Impact Award : Bolivar Coffee | Nicolas Jaramillo Angel
- The Ripple Effect Award : Dragon Academy | Fern Pegus
- Grace C. Fricks Founder’s Award : AppStudios | James Daniel
- J.Alton Wingate Economic Partnership Award : The Rockefeller Foundation | Chris Weaver
The event will also pay tribute to Grace Covington Fricks, ACE’s Founder, President and CEO. After 24 years of dedicated service, Fricks will retire on Dec. 31, 2024, passing the organization’s leadership to Martina Edwards, ACE’s Chief of Strategic Partnerships since 2019. Fricks’ well-deserved retirement and ACE’s legacy will be celebrated during an exclusive pre-awards VIP Founder’s Reception at 4 p.m., where guests will have the opportunity to spend time with “Amazing Grace,” ACE’s chief catalyst.
Event Sponsors Include:
- Founders Circle: Piedmont Bank
- Impact: Georgia Power and Southern Company
- Champion: The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation, JP Morgan Chase & Company, PNC Bank, and Wells Fargo
- Access: Bank of America, Fifth Third Bank, Living Stories, Northern Trust, South State Bank, Travelers Insurance
- Supporters and Friends: Capital Partners Certified Development Company, Fulton County Economic Development
The deadline to purchase tickets is September 9th and seats are selling out. Secure your spot and join us for an evening of inspiration, celebration, and connection.
Purchase your ticket here: https://accesstocapital.ticketspice.com/ace-annual-awards
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