On Tuesday, July 9th, WorkSource Montgomery gathered with esteemed colleagues and guests to recognize the tremendous impact made by these individuals and organizations who go above and beyond every day to help us serve the various needs that residents and business have across the county. Making sure those needs are not only met, but that they are able to thrive in Montgomery County takes a collective and collaborative approach that cannot be accomplished by one organization alone. We truly appreciate the hard work and dedication that each of this year’s awardees has shown to help WSM serve the residents and businesses who need our assistance in Montgomery County.
Here are our 2024 WorkSource Montgomery Impact Awards Honorees:
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Youth Champion Award
Christa Tichy, President
C & T Contracting LLC
Chrissy is deeply invested in training young people. She serves on the Workforce Development Board and the Montgomery County Public Schools Career and Technology Foundation Board, among others. Always willing to help, she is known for her responsiveness and dedication.
photo credit: Montgomery County Government
Youth Champion Award
Subramaniam Krishnan, Chief Science Strategist
Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine
Subramaniam is the first professional to volunteer to meet with students and support MoCo CAP (Montgomery County Career Advising Program) in any way possible.
He is a regular 6th-grade industry panel speaker, a dedicated volunteer in the Quince Orchard cluster, a mentor for high school and post-graduate students, and a Global Destination Imagination coach.
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Youth Champion Award
Dr. Rebecca Razavi, Director
Montgomery College, Southern Management Leadership Program
For over a decade, Dr. Rebecca Razavi has mentored and guided young college students. She recruits for the program, develops students to the next level, and builds partnerships with local businesses.
For more info on the program, visit the website.
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Second Chance Champion
Supriya Mordecai, Director of Essential Needs
Interfaith Works
Supriya has been pivotal in setting up the Transitional Employment worksite at Interfaith Works. She is committed to working with justice-impacted individuals, offering opportunities despite their past charges. She collaborates closely with WSM’s Dual Track Reentry (DTR) staff to mitigate employment barriers for these individuals, showing remarkable understanding and support.
Business/Industry Champion Award – Information Technology (IT)
Dosis Feludu
Biitech, Inc.
As a leader in providing high-quality technology solutions and IT consulting services, Biitech had the highest placement in the IT industry this past year.
Biitech’s mission is to empower businesses by delivering cutting-edge technological solutions tailored to meet their unique needs.
Business/Industry Champion Award – Manufacturing
Edwin (Bright) Djampa
Omega 3 Nutrition, Inc.
Omega 3 Nutrition had the highest placement in the manufacturing industry over the past year.
Omega 3 Nutrition is committed to making brain health care more affordable, accessible, and, importantly, delicious. They understand that taking care of our brains shouldn’t be a chore but a delightful part of our everyday lives. Through their innovative products, Omega 3 Nutrition aims to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to support their brain health in an enjoyable and sustainable way.
photo credit: Montgomery County Government
Business/Industry Champion Award – Healthcare
Bruce Dincin
Always Available Maryland In-Home Care, LLC
Always Available Maryland In-Home Care is an in-home supportive care agency that truly embodies the spirit of compassionate care. Their mission is to provide essential services within the comfort of their patients’ homes, with the ultimate goal of enabling patients to remain in the place they cherish most—their home.
Community Advocate Award
Tiffany Santos, Resident Services Coordinator
Project Access
Tiffany assists residents at the Family Resource Center located at The Gateway Apartments in Gaithersburg, Tiffany schedules sessions at least four times per year and goes the extra mile to assist the families she serves.
photo credit: Montgomery County Government
Outstanding Community Partner Award
Erica M. Roberts, Founder
Pathways to Excellence
Erica, founder of Pathways To Excellence, Incorporated (Pathways2X), has significantly impacted Montgomery County by empowering women and underserved communities. Since 2020, she has provided essential educational and professional development opportunities through Pathways2X.
Her dedication was evident during the 2024 Women of Excellence Conference she organized, where attendees secured jobs from presenting companies. Erica’s hands-on mentorship and leadership have uplifted individuals and fostered a culture of continuous learning and professional readiness, enriching the community and making a meaningful difference in many lives.
photo credit: Montgomery County Government
Outstanding Community Partner Award
Identity Inc.
Identity’s mission is to create opportunities for Latino youth and families to realize their highest potential. They focus primarily on assisting both in-school and out-of-school Latino youth and their families residing in the high-poverty areas of Montgomery County. These communities are most at-risk for poor academic and economic life outcomes, and our commitment is to provide them with the support and resources they need to succeed.
Congratulations to all of our 2024 honorees! We look forward to working with you in the coming year.