The Vanguard Awards profiles the outstanding efforts of young professionals and entrepreneurs growing and excelling in their respective fields. These individuals influence the growth, prosperity and quality of life in Metro Detroit. They demonstrate the ability to positively impact the area long-term through professional accomplishments and community involvement.

Join us in congratulating the 2015 recipients of this award: 

·         Adam Blanck - Chief of Staff Wallside Windows

·         Alex Riley - President MeritHall Inc

·         Alexander Simpson - Attorney, Bodman Plc

·         Anna Kohn -  Director,  Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue

·         Brittni Kellom -  Executive Director, Just Speak Incorporated

·         Brooke Ellis - National Advertising Manager, Chevy

·         Deirdre Greene Groves - Executive Director,  Challenge Detroit

·         James Feagin - Outreach, Business Development,  Detroit Economic Growth Corporation

·         Latoya Asaya -  Principal,  Southwest Detroit Lighthouse Charter Academy

·         Liz Lamoste -  Attorney, Honigman, Miller, Schwartz and Cohn

·         Marlowe Stoudemire -  Principal,  Butterfly Effect Detroit

·         Naliah Ellis-Brown - Owner, Ellis Island Tea

·         Paulina Johnson -  President, National Black MBA Association Detroit Chapter

·         Rachel Lutz -  Proprietor, The Peacock Room & Frida

·         Sebastian Jackson -  Owner,  Social Club Grooming Company

Nominees for a Vanguard Award are automatically considered for the following three Members-Choice Awards:

 -    Community Servant Award - Recognizes a devoted community change agent.
 -    Rising CEO Award - Recognizes a progressive professional demonstrating exemplary leadership.
 -    Pioneer Award - Recognizes an distinguished entrepreneur.

VOTE FOR THE MEMBER'S CHOICE AWARD (DYP MEMBERS ONLY)