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BBB Cincinnati Torch Awards winners
Meet this year’s Torch Awards winners, selected by a panel of community leader judges for their ethical operations, standout workplace cultures, and dedication to giving back to the community.
Winners were revealed at the 2024 Torch Awards for Ethics and Spark Awards Gala on Thursday, October 3 at The Summit Hotel.
2024 Torch Awards for Ethics winners
Doug Siebenburgen, Owner & General Manager
Apple Spice Junction
Apple Spice is a locally owned and -operated corporate catering company delivering superior box lunches and hot food buffets throughout Greater Cincinnati. Founded in 2005, the foodservice company believes in hard work, honesty, and making a difference in the community through a culture of excellence and mentorship that empowers staff to do the right thing. Apple Spice often partners with staff members in their community service, supporting causes near and dear to employees including local schools, sports teams, fundraisers, and youth organizations.
Wonda Winkler, President & CEO
Brighton Center, Inc.
From modest beginnings in 1966 in a Newport, Kentucky, storefront, Brighton Center is a private community-based nonprofit that has grown to provide a comprehensive range of programs and services. With a mission to create opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency, their initiatives range from financial, workforce development, and homeownership services to substance abuse recovery aid for women, neighborhood-based programs, and early childhood education. Last year, Brighton Center served 24,986 people through 45 programs in Northern Kentucky and beyond.
Lisa Nolan, President & CEO
Dress for Success Cincinnati
Global not-for-profit organization Dress for Success helps unemployed and underemployed women achieve economic independence. Founded in 1999, Dress for Success Cincinnati (DFSC) is the only life-long career assistance and job retention program in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky focused specifically on the needs of women and their families. While best known for offering interview and work attire, the Norwood, Ohio-based nonprofit provides a range of career development programs and client services. Over 25 years, DFSC and its mission-driven staff has transformed the lives of more than 25,000 women.
[Left to right] Kate Oleksiak, Owner; James Begley, General Manager; and Mary Kelly, Owner
Everdry Waterproofing of Cincinnati
Everdry Waterproofing of Cincinnati is a full-service waterproofing and foundation repair company based in West Chester, Ohio. Launched in 1984, their mission is to provide customers with the benefits of a dry, structurally secure basement leading to a safe and healthy home through education, honesty, quality control, and customer satisfaction. Serving more than clients, Everdry Waterproofing’s community education program empowers employees to teach homeowners common foundation issues and DIY fixes at public events and community activities.
Kevin McGrew, CEO
The Everzocial Group
Everzocial is a full-service digital marketing agency based in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Temecula, California, specializing in web design, SEO, online advertising, and social media marketing services to help businesses grow their revenue and online presence since 2012. Committed to ethical practices and exceptional service with a focus on supporting organizations that serve the community, Everzocial offers pro bono digital marketing services to local nonprofits, sponsors various community events and fundraisers, and mentors students through paid internship programs with Miami University and Rising Leaders Cincinnati.
Lindsay McLaughlin, Founder & CEO
Optimized Senior Living
Optimized Senior Living is a family-owned and operated boutique-style assisted living business opened in 2018. They provide personalized and holistic care for seniors with compassion, integrity, and dignity in their family-style, faith-based assisted living home in Lebanon, Ohio. Employees use their creativity and heart to make an impact on residents through unique activities like Olympic games and monthly family gatherings, plus open-to-the-community events ranging from a fall arts and craft festival to open houses and wine and mingle functions.
Jennifer Loeb, CEO
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Cincinnati
Established in 1982, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Cincinnati offers a community of compassion, support, and the comforts of home to families with critically ill children, steps away from the medical care they need at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. In 2023, they saved $13.5 million for 2,525 families in need through more than 60,000 nights of care and 162,000+ meals served. The charity also gives back to their community by supporting Avondale schools and other local programs including the Avondale Community Garden.
Thanks to our 2024 Torch Awards judges!
- Cathie
- Brent
- Allison
- Crystal
- Teri