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Originally from Trinidad, she brought her Caribbean flair to Northern Virginia’s art scene after moving to Leesburg in 2009. She taught popular adult watercolor classes, managed the award-winning TRYST Gallery, and championed local women artists—pioneering virtual art openings to make art more accessible. Even during her battle with metastatic breast cancer, Kris remained dedicated to uplifting others. Her final works, created during treatment, now hang in INOVA’s cancer center, offering beauty and hope to those navigating their own journeys. Through her art, teaching, and unwavering heart, Kris continues to inspire. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/f5dc2826-6741-4f65-8ed5-384d7612df71/Kindra+Dionne+headshot.jpg HOF 2023 Inductees - Kindra Dionne Kindra is a business consultant, author, and entrepreneur who is breaking barriers as the founder of Purpose WorX and owner of Fifty Leven Wine—the first Black-owned wine company in Loudoun County. Without formal training, she carved her path in the wine industry through mentorship, research, and a drive to serve an underserved audience, creating a brand that celebrates professionals and innovators exploring their own tastes. Beyond business, Kindra plays an active role in civic and leadership development as Program Coordinator for Leadership Loudoun and a commissioner on the Loudoun Economic Development Advisory Commission. She also serves on several advisory boards and mentors young entrepreneurs, all while championing representation, ownership, and authenticity in every space she enters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/aea86185-5ba4-4ee6-a91e-45b4b140b031/Shreyaa+Venkat+Headshot.jpg HOF 2023 Inductees - Shreyaa Venkat Shreyaa and Esha Venkat are the inspiring sister duo behind NEST4US, a global nonprofit they founded to create a kinder and more equitable world. 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From mentoring with the Clinton Global Initiative to serving as ambassadors for Rare Beauty and Giving Tuesday, they continue to lead by example—proving that youth, compassion, and purpose can drive powerful change. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/e44f90db-d820-418b-8056-bfb10e484651/Katie+Johnson.jpg HOF 2023 Inductees - Katie Johnson Katie is a dedicated educator and middle school leader with 18 years of experience, including 14 at the middle level. As the proud principal of Belmont Ridge Middle School, she has led the school to multiple honors, including being named an inaugural School of Distinction by the Association of Middle Level Education, a four-time National School to Watch, and a Purple Star School for its support of military families. With degrees from SUNY Binghamton, Hofstra University, and George Mason University, Katie brings a deep commitment to whole-child education and adolescent development. Her passion lies in creating supportive, engaging learning environments that empower students during their most transformative years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/be6dc83b-dbfe-4e91-b399-b288d364d7e3/Sigrid+Fry-Revere+Headshot.jpg HOF 2023 Inductees - Sigrid Fry-Revere Sigrid is a pioneering bioethicist, attorney, and patient rights advocate who has spent her career driving critical changes in healthcare policy—often from home while raising two sons, one born with cancer and the other navigating ADHD and a learning disability. She helped draft the national law on patient self-determination and founded the country’s first charity focused solely on the rights of living organ donors, most of whom are women. The first graduate of a joint-degree program in bioethics and law from the Kennedy Institute and Georgetown Law, Sigrid has spoken with authority in spaces often dominated by men—whether at NIH, legislative meetings, or TED Talks—challenging assumptions and fighting for patient autonomy. Her advocacy has led to now-standard services in hospitals across Virginia and the U.S., proving the lasting impact of her trailblazing work. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/bdba3a46-722c-4bee-aba9-f4196ce43dd7/Vanessa+Grigsby+Headshot.jpg HOF 2023 Inductees - Vanessa Grigsby Vanessa is the Interim Chief of Police and Deputy Chief of the Leesburg Police Department, where she has served with distinction for nearly 27 years. Since joining the department in 1996, she has held roles in patrol, community services, criminal investigations, and administration. Among her many accomplishments, she established the department’s first junior police academy, developed its false alarm program, and helped shape domestic violence protocols. A Loudoun Valley High graduate and U.S. Army veteran, Vanessa began serving her community at age 16 through Loudoun County Parks & Recreation. She holds a degree in criminal justice with a concentration in forensic psychology and is a graduate of the FBI National Academy, the Institute for Leadership in Changing Times, and the Professional Executive Leadership School—exemplifying her lifelong commitment to service and leadership. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/6e7a0357-d1e9-412e-b2c6-3a321515bd68/Karen+Schaufeld+headshot.jpg HOF 2023 Inductees - Karen Schaufeld Karen is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, attorney, and award-winning author who founded 100WomenStrong in 2008—a collective of strategic philanthropists dedicated to improving the quality of life in Loudoun County through targeted grants in shelter, health, hunger, and education. Her passion for early education also led her to co-found All Ages Read Together, a program that prepares young children for school while fostering intergenerational connections through volunteer-led reading. A lifelong lover of stories, Karen turned her childhood love of books into a successful writing career, publishing several children's titles including The Lollipop Tree, Larry and Bob, How to Eat a Peach, and her latest, Vultures, A Love Story. Through creativity, community service, and advocacy, she continues to make a lasting impact on Loudoun County and beyond. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/8eac0cab-388c-4eed-afa8-70987eaf55b6/1667242097370.jpeg HOF 2023 Inductees - Michelle C. Thomas Michelle is a powerful voice for justice, history, and healing in Loudoun County. A graduate of Duke University and a former tech entrepreneur, she retired at 27 to pursue a higher calling as a pastor and community advocate. As a high school student, she helped lead the 1987 Forsyth County Civil Rights March alongside icons like Coretta Scott King and Rev. Jesse Jackson. Now the founder and leader of the Loudoun Freedom Center, Michelle has dedicated her life to preserving African American history—starting with the protection of a burial ground for the enslaved at Belmont. Her work continues through plans to build Loudoun’s first African American history and heritage museum, and through her advocacy for inclusive historical trails and markers. After the tragic loss of her son Fitz, she launched the Fitz Scholars Fund with Hope Floats Foundation to provide life-saving swim lessons to children in need—turning grief into purpose for the greater good. https://www.lcwag.org/hof-205 daily 0.75 2025-07-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/582cd64b-457d-40f6-916d-3aecfbc2b8a3/lisa+Jones+pic+%281%29.jpg HOF 2025 Inductees - Lisa Jones — Trailblazer Lisa is the founder of the Silence No More Movement, a self-taught artist, Army veteran, philanthropist, business owner, and proud mom. A survivor herself, she has dedicated her life to fostering connection and healing by building bridges between survivors, local organizations, businesses, elected officials, and community members. Through SNMM, Lisa creates empowering platforms that amplify survivor voices, provide ongoing education and training, and bring people together through creative events like the Community Dessert Battle and P7 Red Affair Fashion Show. Her art has been featured by icons such as Stevie Wonder and commissioned by the Pentagon and Howard University, reflecting her deep belief that healing and unity can thrive through both advocacy and creativity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/eb4a487a-6d37-4194-bf17-f68b84592128/R+Mitchell.png HOF 2025 Inductees - Rae Mitchell — Education Rae is the Chief of Schools for Loudoun County Public Schools, a role she stepped into in 2021 after joining LCPS as Director of Elementary and Charter Schools. With 26 years of experience in education, including leadership roles in Fairfax County and Newport News, Rae brings a deep commitment to student success and educational equity. A graduate of North Carolina State University and Old Dominion University, and a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Rae is passionate about mentoring women in leadership and building strong community ties. She has lived in Loudoun County for over two decades with her husband and two children, actively supporting their academic and athletic pursuits while continuing to uplift future leaders in education. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/9475a7ac-0aae-460c-a50f-6a7505d5899d/Jennifer+Montgomery+Headshot+2024.jpg HOF 2025 Inductees - Jennifer Montgomery — Community Leadership Jennifer is a lifelong Loudoun resident and the President and CEO of Loudoun Hunger Relief, where she has spent over a decade leading efforts to combat food insecurity in the community. Under her leadership, LHR launched the Nonprofit Community Services Center in 2023, featuring a choice-model Free Food Market and serving as a hub for collaborative human services. With a background in executive roles at Loudoun Free Clinic and Loudoun Cares, Jennifer brings deep experience in nonprofit and local government work. She holds degrees from East Carolina University and Griffith University in Australia, and currently serves on the Virginia Commission to End Hunger and the board of the Loudoun Chamber of Commerce. Jennifer lives in Leesburg with her husband, Chris, and their two children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/497ad1cf-af20-45a7-b5aa-678c18d5a7e4/Danielle+Nadler+Headshot+2023.JPG HOF 2025 Inductees - Danielle Nadler — Community Leadership Danielle is the Executive Director of the Loudoun Education Foundation, a role she has held since 2021 after a 16-year career in journalism. She brings a storyteller’s heart and a deep commitment to education, using her strong community ties to inspire support for students and educators across the county. Raised by a public school teacher and a youth pastor, Danielle grew up witnessing the power of service and mentorship. Her leadership has earned her recognition as Loudoun County's Nonprofit Executive of the Year in 2023, a testament to her passion for helping young people thrive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/55381492-eec0-4180-a498-26d970f41f3f/Breana+Turner+Headshot.jpg HOF 2025 Inductees - Breana Turner — Trailblazer Breana is a dedicated advocate and researcher for Black women’s health and wellness, currently pursuing her PhD in Translational Biology, Medicine, and Health at Virginia Tech. A proud Loudoun County native, she founded Becoming HealthyHer, a community health initiative that empowers women through education, advocacy, and self-care. Known as The Princess and the PhD, Breana made history as the first Miss Virginia Volunteer and recently served as Miss Loudoun County 2024, placing 1st Runner-Up at Miss Virginia. Her experiences growing up in Loudoun inspired her to create Sisters with Ambition, a mentorship program for girls rooted in resilience and empowerment. A proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Breana continues to inspire through her research, storytelling, and unwavering commitment to service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/90304b0b-4283-4048-af01-aa040867f12a/MusicandEmotionSpeaking+%281%29.jpg HOF 2025 Inductees - Kim Tapper — Performing Arts Kim is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of A Place To Be, a Loudoun-based nonprofit celebrating 15 years of using the power of the arts to promote healing and inclusion. With a rich background as a life coach, grief coach, expressive arts therapy practitioner, and former dancer and choreographer, Kim brings a holistic approach to her work in mental wellness and community empowerment. A sought-after speaker and workshop leader, Kim has addressed topics ranging from coping with trauma and illness to building resilience and self-worth. She’s a former Chair of the Loudoun Chamber’s Nonprofit Initiative Committee, an active member of the Loudoun Human Services Network, and has called Loudoun County home for 25 years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a089436e9bfdf638b59cbda/78f55add-b69b-4859-885b-771832d8ef31/CrystalL.WheelerHeadshot.jpg HOF 2025 Inductees - Crystal Lily- Wheeler — Athletics Crystal is a dynamic leader and proud Fayetteville, North Carolina native who currently serves as Chief People Officer at KG&P Strategies, where she brings a people-first, strategic approach to organizational growth. 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