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Dawn Anderson-Thurmond,
Domestic Violence Director for the YWCA Hamilton
"I'm highly motivated to do the necessary work to eradicate institutional and cultural violence with an amazing team at YWCA Hamilton. I’m committed to providing survivors of domestic violence the education, support, resources, and courage they need to succeed."
For Dawn, being a BadAss means that we sometimes need to be unapologetic and authentic, even if/when it makes others uncomfortable. Her personal mission is to always be an advocate for marginalized populations and a catalyst for equality and justice in every space that she occupies.
For Dawn, being a BadAss means that we sometimes need to be unapologetic and authentic, even if/when it makes others uncomfortable. Her personal mission is to always be an advocate for marginalized populations and a catalyst for equality and justice in every space that she occupies.
Bekki Rennick,
Owner of The Benninghofen House in the historic Dayton Lane District
For Bekki, being a BadAss means having a slightly rebellious nature, and not being afraid to push back, pivot, and choose happiness even it means a a more difficult route. Bekki purchased The Benninghofen House, a boutique hotel and event venue, to honor her entrepreneurial spirit and utilize her skills and passions to offer a unique hospitality experience in the city she loves. Bekki strives to follow her mother's advice to "bloom where you are planted" and always find the good in every situation to become her best self.
Arnita Gunn
Arnita Gunn leads Beautiful Colors, a community initiative dedicated to improving relationships and creating intentional connections through chalk art. Arnita is a married mom of 6 (!!!) from Illinois who loves to travel as much as she loves her community. Arnita's personal mission is to be the example she needed as a young girl, and to her "BadAss" is defined by the women who are standing up - despite what they have been through - in allllllll the spaces, realizing and knowing that no one else can put limits on their futures. Arnita's mantra is "She believed she could, so she did" - and there is no doubt that Arnita lives that every day!
Lisa Sandlin,
Owner of Empoworks
As the owner of Empoworks Lisa helps individuals - especially women - take ownership of their life, health, and wealth. Lisa believes that "BadAss" describes strength and commitment to action, and she lives each day according to these values. Lisa also believes in total wellness - Physical, Mental, Spiritual, and Financial - and she has personally taken action to overcome significant hardships including stage III colon cancer, divorce, and financial struggle.
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