Women & Hi Tech is proud and excited to again congratulate our Board Members, Rebecca Bormann and Allison Lipps, CCRC, for being selected as finalists of the 2020 Indy’s Best & Brightest Awards by Junior Achievement, which honors 100 of Central Indiana’s accomplished young professionals who are making their mark in Indianapolis. Several members of the Women & Hi Tech Board of Directors came out to the Indy’s Best & Brightest Awards Program held at Hilbert Circle Theatre in Monument Circle on March 11, 2020 to support Rebecca and Allison. Rebecca, President-Elect of Women & Hi Tech, was recognized for her leadership in Technology, while Allison, Community Outreach Director of Women & Hi Tech, was recognized for her leadership in Health & Life Sciences.

“I am humbled and honored to be one of 2020 Indy’s Best and Brightest finalists in the technology category," said Rebecca Bormann. "It’s been exciting to learn about all the finalists excelling in their professions and their dedication and passion for giving back to our community. Congratulations to all the 2020 Best and Brightest finalists and the winner!”

“It was a true honor to be recognized as a finalist amongst such amazing talent in the Health & Life Sciences field here in Indy," said Allison Lipps. "Thank you Junior Achievement of Central Indiana for a great evening recognizing all 100 finalists — Indy’s Best & Brightest is a shining example of the difference that can be made when a small group of individuals give back to their local community. I consider myself incredibly fortunate to call Indy home, and will forever cherish being named one of Indy’s Best & Brightest.“

Program attendees were welcomed by stations of local restaurant eateries and spirits. The awards program was co-emceed by an inspiring young female Junior Achievement student, Ellen, who captured attention by her professionalism. The evening also included a powerful keynote address by Aleesia Johnson, Superintendent of Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS).

We celebrate Rebecca and Allison. Their accomplishments and achievements are clear representations of the STEM expertise and community leadership exemplified by the Directors and members of Women & Hi Tech. Congratulations again ladies!

Indy’s Best and Brightest was created by Junior Achievement of Central Indiana (JA) to recognize up and coming talent and the next generation of leaders in our community. Indy’s Best & Brightest finalists serve as excellent role models to Junior Achievement students and youth in the Indianapolis community.  Click here to learn more about Junior Achievement and Indy's Best and Brightest.