AVENIR GLOBAL Names 2024 Achievement Awards Honorees

Padilla’s parent company, AVENIR GLOBAL, announced its annual Achievement Awards celebrating the outstanding achievements of employees across the network at the local and international levels. This program recognizes colleagues whose exceptional contributions reinforce the Firm’s values and vision and promote its growth and leadership position in communication and public relations.

Winners were nominated by peers and selected for their accomplishments in multiple categories. The awards were presented during ceremonies at each office, including 27 teammates across the Padilla family of brands.  

In addition, our Chief Creative Officer Heath Rudduck was awarded the AVENIR GLOBAL Way Award, presented to the employee who best represents the Firm’s values and brand by applying bold thinking to solve challenges. His visionary work and team leadership have been instrumental in bringing winning ideas to life for clients like Florida Department of Citrus, Jack Link’s, Norwegian Seafood Council, Richmond Region Tourism, and many more.

Commitment and Collaboration – Candidates for this award make an outstanding commitment to the agency and/or to the community and strive to enhance collaboration by fostering inter-group and inter-office relations.  

• Dana Sullivan

• Amber Nelson

• Jennifer Beres

• Catherine Goodson

• Tracey Mercil

• Jeff Sturm

• Amy Jensen

• Heather Rauscher

Business Development and Management – Honorees contribute to the agency by substantially increasing business through existing or new clients and have established strong and trusted client relationships. 

• Stephanie Chan

• Samantha Strader  

• Matt Brehony

• Emily Valentine

• Marissa Matchey

• Lauren Hoffman

• Leanne Lindseth

Visionary Leadership Model – Individuals for this award act in the long-term, best interest of their clients, their team members and the Firm. 

• Viviana Pinzon

• Carson Creehan

• Michelle Amoroso

Innovation – Honorees demonstrate an exceptional capacity for innovation. They bring new ideas and concepts and bold thinking to their day-to-day work.  

• Tracee Hume

• Maliya Rooney

• Natalie Barth 

People Leader – Candidates for this award demonstrate a unique ability to guide and inspire others and make the employee journey a truly positive experience. They are passionate about developing people and creating a healthy work environment.  

• Danielle Engholm

• Kasey DiLoreto

• Brittany Joyal

• Dani Jurisz

Diversity and Inclusion – Honorees make significant contributions to diversity and inclusion within our agency and show exemplary insight and fortitude in this area.    

• Jenni Bowring

Support Services – Individuals for this award introduce value-added initiatives and contribute to creating a positive work environment. 

• Alice Vaught