Judith Rochelle Award

The Judith Rochelle Award is presented annually to a Leadership Pasco alumnus who has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to the success and mission of Leadership Pasco.

The recipient is selected by a committee composed of past Judith Rochelle Award recipients. The award is traditionally presented at the graduation ceremony by the previous year’s recipient. If the most recent recipient is unable to present the award, the Judith Rochelle Award Committee Chair will designate another past recipient to do so.

Award Recipients

2025 – Angel Cook ’18
2024 – Tara O'Connor ’15
2023 – James Mallo ’12
2022 – Amanda Hart ’14
2021 – Nichole “Nikki” Alvarez-Sowles ’13
2020 – Stefanie Pontlitz ’13
2019 – Kim Bogart ’10
2018 – Tina Shelton ’09
2017 – Heather Grimes ’11
2016 – Tom Celotto ’11
2015 – Bob Memoli ’05
2014 – Craig Laporte ’06
2013 – Rob Aguis ’01
2012 – Evie Parks ’00
2011 – Chuck Hollweg ’04
2010 – Jill Corriveau ’05
2009 – Stone & Parker CPA
2008 – Barbara DeSimone ’96
2007 – Jerry Sterner ’92
2006 – Michele Baker ’97
2005 – Kurt Conover ’92
2004 – Jennifer Smith ’91
2003 – Chuck Bellerose ’92
2002 – Kurt Browning ’96
2001 – Harold Sample ’91

Committee Chairperson

Each year, the Leadership Pasco Board President appoints a previous Judith Rochelle Award recipient to serve as Chair of the Judith Rochelle Award Committee.

Nominations

Nominations for the Judith Rochelle Award are accepted annually, typically by the March Board Meeting. Any Leadership Pasco alumnus may submit a nomination.

Selection Process

The recipient is selected by a committee of previous Judith Rochelle Award recipients. The committee conducts its own research on the nominees and submits the selected recipient’s name to the Board Administrator, who coordinates the purchase of the award.

Award Criteria

The Judith Rochelle Award recognizes a Leadership Pasco alumnus who has demonstrated sustained dedication to the organization. Consideration is given to individuals who have:

Actively supported Leadership Pasco for five years or more
Attended board meetings and/or Leadership Pasco events
Participated in fundraising or charitable initiatives
Promoted the ideals and mission of Leadership Pasco within the community

Leadership Pasco is a charitable nonprofit organization, and therefore it does not participate or intervene in (including the publishing or distributing of statements), any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for political office. This prohibition applies to any and all candidates for elections at the federal, state, and local level.

Leadership Pasco, Inc., is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE 1-800-HELP-FLA. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. RE #CH43615.