Patricia Krausman Honored at Sarah Bennett Holmes Luncheon

March 27, 2019, Patricia Krausman was honored as a Sarah Bennett Holmes Award nominee. Krausman was recognized for her significant contribution to the economic vitality in the rural Kentucky communities she serves and her work in establishing and coordinating statewide initiatives, including programs for agricultural diversification, women, and veterans. Krausman's service on boards such as the KY Commission on Small Business Advocacy and the Lincoln Trail Workforce Development Board emphasized her commitment to bettering her community.

Kentucky SBDC State Director, Kristina Joyce, Kentucky SBDC consultant and Sarah Bennett Holmes award honoree, Patricia Krausman, and Kentucky SBDC Program Coordinator, Scarlett Consalvi pose for a photo after the ceremony.

The Sarah Bennett Holmes Award was founded during the 1992-1993 academic year. The award honors women faculty and staff at the University of Kentucky who embody the spirit of Sarah Bennett Holmes; the distinguished former Dean of Women at the University of Kentucky who championed the rights of women throughout her career. It is a great honor to be considered for this award.

Bluegrass SBDC Director, Shawn Rogers, Bluegrass SBDC Communications Coordinator, Becky Marefat, and UK SBDC in Elizabethtown Communications Coordinator, Neeley Hacker enjoying the celebration.

The event was attended by University of Kentucky President, Eli Capilouto, UK College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment Dean, Nancy Cox, Kentucky SBDC State Director, Kristina Joyce, and members of the Kentucky SBDC Network.

Back row: Kentucky SBDC Associate Director of Finance, David Stevens, UK SBDC in Elizabethtown Management Consultant, Steve Heil, Kentucky SBDC Associate Director, Gordon Garrett
Front row: UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Dean, Nancy Cox, UK SBDC in Elizabethtown Director, Patricia Krausman, Kentucky SBDC State Director, Kristina Joyce, Bluegrass SBDC Director, Shawn Rogers, UK SBDC in Elizabethtown Communications Coordinator, Neeley Hacker, Bluegrass SBDC Communications Coordinator, Becky Marefat

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