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- Last Updated on Sunday, 30 June 2013 22:33
Each year the Nettie Mann Achievement Awards Dinner inspires all who attend, and this year’s event, held on June 11, was no exception.
 (l-r) Vince Loose, PIBH President/CEO; Kimberly Elliot, 2013 Nettie Mann Achievement Award nominee; and marathoner Zoe Koplowitz
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The Pennsylvania Industries for the Blind and Handicapped (PIBH) recognized 27 amazing individuals and proudly welcomed Zoe Koplowitz — marathon runner, author, motivational presenter, and ambassador for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society — as the featured keynote speaker.
Kimberly Elliot, from Charleroi, was recognized during the dinner for not only her character, but also the personal fortitude, work ethic and abilities she exhibits while living and working with a disability. Kimberly was recognized along with the award recipient and 26 other nominees at the Radisson Hotel Harrisburg.
Kimberly works as a photo license technician and was nominated for the award because of her total outlook on life. She has accepted her disability and when she noticed significant hair loss – a side effect of one of her medications – she said, “Baldness is good; it could be worse.” But she continues to smile and do her job as only she can, with grace and kindness to all.
“Her customer service skills are surpassed by none,” said Julie Jindra, agency representative for TEC and the person who nominated Kimberly. “She has the one of the most pleasant voices and is always helpful and courteous to all her customers.” Kimberly has worked at the Washington Driver’s License Center since January 2009.
Kimberly Elliot, from Charleroi, was recognized during the dinner for not only her character, but also the personal fortitude, work ethic and abilities she exhibits while living and working with a disability. Kimberly was recognized along with the award recipient and 26 other nominees at the Radisson Hotel Harrisburg.
Kimberly works as a photo license technician and was nominated for the award because of her total outlook on life. She has accepted her disability and when she noticed significant hair loss – a side effect of one of her medications – she said, “Baldness is good; it could be worse.” But she continues to smile and do her job as only she can, with grace and kindness to all.
“Her customer service skills are surpassed by none,” said Julie Jindra, agency representative for TEC and the person who nominated Kimberly. “She has the one of the most pleasant voices and is always helpful and courteous to all her customers.” Kimberly has worked at the Washington Driver’s License Center since January 2009.
