Greater Rochester Chamber
Inclusive Leadership Award
Celebrating Leadership That Creates Cultures of Belonging and Success
Greater Rochester thrives when organizations cultivate cultures where individuals from diverse backgrounds collaborate to deliver exceptional solutions and services. When employees feel seen, heard, and valued, organizations unlock innovation, enhance performance, and forge stronger connections that uplift our region.
At Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, we strive to model inclusion within our organization while championing this mission throughout the community. Inclusive workplaces foster respect, collaboration, and opportunity, driving success, economic growth, and an enriched quality of life for all. By honoring organizations that excel in this area, we celebrate their leadership and inspire others to follow suit.
About the Award
The Inclusive Leadership Award honors organizations that create meaningful, lasting changes in workplace cultures where employees feel acknowledged and valued. These organizations lead with purpose, setting the standard for inclusive leadership that transcends their workplaces and positively impacts the Greater Rochester community.
Applications Open: Share your story and demonstrate how your organization fosters a positive, inclusive culture.
By highlighting your impact, you gain recognition while inspiring others in Greater Rochester to create workplaces where belonging and success thrive. Let’s shape a community that champions inclusion. Don’t miss this chance to spotlight your organization’s efforts!
Lead with inclusion. Inspire our community.
Nominate a worthy organization by Friday, July 10, 2026 or apply on behalf of your team by Friday, July 17, 2026.
Save the date for our 2026 Inclusive Leadership Awards on Wednesday, September 16, 2026!
More information to follow!
Past Recipients
RIT - Dr. Keith Jenkins, inaugural 2022 recipient
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield - Sady Alvarado-Fischer, 2023 recipient
Urban League of Rochester - Dr. Candice A. Lucas, 2024 recipient
Heritage Christian Services - Marisa Geitner, 2025 recipient
For questions, please see our Frequently Asked Questions or contact Events Director,
Susan George at Susan.George@GreaterRochesterChamber.com
Please note that there is no official merchandise for the Inclusive Leadership Award. Any third-party solicitations claiming to offer such merchandise are unauthorized and not endorsed by us. Please contact Susan.George@GreaterRochesterChamber.com to alert us, and for more information.