Scholarship Winners

2020 Scholarship Winners

Women Leading Kentucky is proud to recognize the 2020 scholarship winners and delighted that our awards have exceeded $190,000 since 2001.

Katrina Eterovich

Mechanical Engineering
Senior at University of Kentucky
Hometown: Sagamore Hills, OH
Sponsor: Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky

Jordanne Howard

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Junior at Eastern Kentucky University
Hometown: Louisville, KY
Sponsor: Baptist Health

Marie Dishian

Economics & Finance
Senior at Centre College
Hometown: St. Charles, MO
Sponsor: City National Bank

Dakota Palmer

Criminal Justice
Sophomore at Northern Kentucky University
Hometown: Dry Ridge, KY
Sponsor: Buds Gun Shop & Range

Sondra Vernengo

Communications & Media Studies
Junior at Georgetown College
Hometown: Plainfield, IN
Sponsor: WLK Founder’s Scholarship

Gracie Marie Johnson

Senior at Casey County High School
Admitted to University of Kentucky, Fall 2020
Hometown: Windsor, KY
Sponsor: WLK Board of Directors

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Women Leading KY has been a tremendous blessing in my life as it has allowed me a chance to meet and network with other powerful ladies. I can say that I get excited every time there is a new event as I will have a chance to meet some other movers and shakers in the industry. I have worked with the committee on identifying scholarship recipients and have invited other ladies to come to WLK events. Thank you to WLK for the sessions on Leadership as it has allowed me a chance to interview for leadership roles and I landed my dream job!

Dr. Antoinette Davis, Learning Developer – Learning & Leadership, Nordstrom Corp. Office

I have been impressed with how Women Leading Kentucky manages to bring women together, build each other up, and help one another both in and out of the workplace. You can tell they are truly passionate and care!

Jennifer Skaggs, Owner, Frenchies Modern Nail Care

I am honored to serve as a member of the Women Leading Kentucky board of directors. We are driven by a passion to help and serve others. The Women Leading Kentucky’s mission to support and promote women-owned businesses by helping them achieve greater prosperity and quality of life is creating a lasting legacy that makes Kentucky better and stronger.

Lesley Fluke, Market Executive, German American Bank

I absolutely love being a part of Women Leading Kentucky! Thanks to this wonderful network, I have grown my circle of friends and influence significantly. Their events are always a joy to be a part of, informative, and beautifully executed. You feel welcome and a part of the family from day one! We all need a group of strong, inspiring women we can rely on in the middle of all the daily challenges we face. Thank you WLKY for all you do to keep us connected!

Ozlem Eva Davis, CPA, CFF, CFE, Owner, Peer House, LLC

Women Leading Kentucky creates a supportive environment where event guests can be comfortable and encouraged to network. Our shared commitment to the success of women leaders is just one reason by PNC continues to maintain a long term relationship with the organization. We look forward to providing our employees ongoing opportunities to expand their professional careers and personal growth through PNC’s year-round sponsorship of Women Leading Kentucky and the quality programming they deliver.

Yajaira Aich West, VP, Client & Community Relations Director, PNC Bank

Commerce Lexington Inc. has partnered with Women Leading Kentucky for many years. Our team has found both the Roundtables and the Annual Business & Leadership Conference to be valuable and educational while creating networking opportunities. Relationship-building is key to enhancing personal and professional development, and Women Leading Kentucky continues to provide top-notch programming that helps our team connect with others in the community and learn from many successful businesses and community leaders across the Bluegrass Region.

Mark Turner, Chief Communications Officer, Commerce Lexington Inc.