WomanUP, an initiative by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce focused on women in business, has announced nominees in its annual awards to recognize excellence across various fields, from trailblazing entrepreneurs to visionary nonprofit leaders. Givens Communities has three outstanding nominees this year:

• Cheryl Wallen, Director of Givens LifeMinistries, for Outstanding Woman Nonprofit Leader
• Julie Moses, Aging in Place Program Director for Givens Home First, for the Impact Award
• Christian Grunder, Vice President of Human Resources, for the Impact Award and Outstanding Woman Nonprofit Leader

The general public can participate in the celebration by voting for favorites in most categories until Friday, September 13. The public vote then will be combined with a committee review to select award winners. To vote for Givens Communities nominees, click on the award category.

Julie Moses is nominated for the Impact Award. With her expertise as an Occupational Therapist Assistant and Certified Aging in Place Specialist, she has been empowering older adults to age gracefully in their own homes for decades. Also join with us in congratulating Julie as she celebrates 20 years with Givens this month.

Cheryl Wallen is nominated for Outstanding Woman Nonprofit Leader. She has a heartfelt dedication to addressing health disparities in underserved and vulnerable populations across Western North Carolina. Her initiatives combat food insecurity, social isolation, and spiritual wellness, and provides medical equipment to those in need.

Christian Grunder is nominated for the Impact Award and Outstanding Woman Nonprofit Leader. Serving as a dynamic member of our Leadership Team, she has been instrumental in shaping this senior living nonprofit organization’s overall strategy, fostering growth initiatives and influencing cultural dynamics.