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Each year Hill Country Women in Business recognizes one member within our organization with this prestigious award. The woman awarded this honor will have exercised a high standard of ethical and moral behavior as well as graciously volunteered her time to advance the mission of our group.
The Woman of the Year award is based on the criteria below.
Member who has worked hard and graciously volunteered her time to advance the organization and its mission this year.
Must have served on the board or been on a committee either as chair, co-chair, or committee member this year and/or in previous years.
Have excellent attendance and be involved and engaged both at membership meetings and outside regular meetings this year.
Kendall Giusti is a proud Boerne native and Champion High School graduate, where she met her husband, Cameron. Deeply rooted in her community, she is also a devoted mom to two adorable girls, ages 2 and 4, who keep her busy and inspired every day. Professionally, Kendall serves as the Food Safety and Quality Director for Texas Star Nut and Food Co., Inc. and Vault Foods LLC, where she brings a strong commitment to excellence, safety, and continuous improvement within the food industry. Her leadership and expertise play a key role in maintaining high standards and supporting company growth. Kendall also channels her creativity and community spirit as the Director of Community Engagement for Taylor’s Ace Hardware, where she thoughtfully sources unique and fun items for the gift shop, creating an inviting and memorable experience for customers. In addition, she serves as Vice President of the Hill Country Women in Business (HCWIB), where she is passionate about building meaningful connections, actively engaging with members, and enhancing the value and impact of the organization within the local business community. |
Kendall Giusti- 2025 WINNER
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2020 Andrea LaToison
2019 Rachel Leigh
2018 Goldie Roberts
2017 Janet Baker
2016 Laurie Broesche
2015 Bonnie Tom
2014 Madhu Chadha
2014 Elaine Berringer
2013 Jackie Crouch
2012 Lucy Ziegler
2011 Cindy Ogle
2010 Kathy Hubbard
2009 Helene Bachmann
2008 Shari Keyes
2007 Carolyn Dutson
2006 Jeanne Buchanan
2006 Leah Coyne
2005 Amy Anderson
2004 Sharon Tschirhart
2003 Beth Coyle
2003 Patrice Davison
2002 Misty Thomas
2001 Bobbie French
2000 Gayle Eason
1999 Suzann Woodward
1998 Tenlee Lund
1998 Sue McCrary
1998 Elizabeth McRae, M.D.
1997 Cookie Edwards
1996 Carolyn Urban
1995 Marilyn O'Neil
1994 Debra Coward
1993 Jean Baggett
1993Ann Reissig
1992 Lori Hengel
1991 Marie Hicks
1990 Col. Bettie Edmonds
1989 Shirley Wilson
1988 Carolyn Fosdick
1987 Ginny Thompson