Our Story

About Excellence

Two decades of celebrating extraordinary achievements, inspiring communities, and recognizing the power of human potential across six diverse fields of excellence.

Our Mission

Inspiring Excellence Through
Recognition

The Spirit of Excellence Awards was founded with a singular vision: to honor and celebrate individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication, innovation, and impact in their respective fields. For over two decades, we have been recognizing outstanding achievements across volunteering, business, sports, arts, music, and education.

Our mission is to inspire communities by showcasing the remarkable stories of those who go above and beyond, creating positive change and setting new standards of excellence. Through our annual awards ceremony, we bring together leaders, innovators, and changemakers to celebrate the power of human potential and dedication.

Leadership Team

The People Behind Excellence

Marcella Dickerson

Marcella Dickerson

Chief Executive Officer

Visionary leader with 20+ years in nonprofit excellence, passionate about community transformation through recognition.

Patrick Dickerson

Patrick Dickerson

Program Director/CFO

Expert strategist in program development and community impact measurement, driving innovation in recognition.

Jeremiah Dickerson

Jeremiah Dickerson

Events & Talent Aquisition

Creative experience architect

Angela Dickerson

Angela Dickerson

Program Director

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