Piedmont Columbus Regional sponsored its second annual Women of Excellence celebration on March 30 to honor seven outstanding employees at the Conference Center. Honorees were nominated by their peers and selected by the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council for their commitment to their careers in healthcare and their focus on quality. About 70 Piedmont coworkers and senior leaders attended the event and heard the accolades, witnessed the presentation of special certificates of appreciation then participated in refreshments.  The Council provided pink linens, cupcakes, centerpieces and live pink floral arrangements for each recipient. 

The 2023 Women of Excellence are:

Ann Blair, Director / Diabetes Services, “…an amazing blessing whose skills, unique experience and love for others makes her outstanding.”

Alycia Blanton, Clinical Manager, “…the definition of not only a true leaders, but also a super woman (with) a positive attitude…”

Melonese Close, Manager / Community Outreach, “…an advocate, ally and supporter of her Piedmont colleagues.”

Jamie Crossman, Supervisor / Pharmacy, “…always willing to jump in and help, (giving) 110% of herself to those around her…”

Jennifer Harbin, Pharmacy Manager, “…dedicated and hard-working manager (who) goes above and beyond to make sure everyone has what they need…”

Donna Leggett,  PBX Operator, “…always there to help anyone with a warm, welcoming smile on her face…and (to) lend a comforting ear.”

Nativa Reese, Environmental Services Attendant, “...determined to do her best each day (with the advice that) anything is possible, if you put your mind to it.” 

Piedmont Columbus Regional’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council is an employee-led group that educates and advocates for the positive value of hearing all voices.