Past Recipients
Minerva Award
According to legend, ‘Minerva’ was the goddess of warriors, poetry, medicine, wisdom, commerce, and craft. She was often depicted as an owl – a symbol of wisdom.
The Minerva Award is presented annually to recognize a member of the Comox Valley Women’s Business Network who gives freely of her experience, time and energy to the organization, its members, and our community.
This individual is someone who has been instrumental in the growth of the CVWBN, who have assisted others in the membership and is a well-respected member of the business community.
The presentation of the award is made at the Annual General Meeting, which is held on the second Wednesday in May each year.
Deadline for nominations for next year is April 22, 2020
2019 Minerva Award Recipient
Terri Perrin (left) accepts the 2019 award from last year’s recipient, Linda Graceffo.
2018 Minerva Award Recipient
Linda Graceffo (left) of Sparking Graphics & Design accepts the award from past Vice President Marion Logan. (Donna LaFontaine was not able to attend.)
2017 Minerva Award Recipient
Donna Lafontaine, Comox Valley Record, accepts the award from Bobbie Norton, Magnolia & Vine.
2016 Minerva Award Recipient
Tara Laderoute presents the award to Bobbie Norton, Magnolia & Vine.
2015 Minerva Award Recipient
Maureen Glowasky, Grace Cosmetics, presenting toTara Laderoute, formerly of Engrave it!.
Honouring our Past Minvera Award Recipients
2014 – Maureen Glowasky
2013 – Liz Tribe
2012 – Debi Genereux
2011 – Julie Watkins
2010 – Maggie Komar
2009 – Emma Payton
2008 – Brenda Kelm
2007 – Lara Austin
2006 – Karen McKinnon
2005 – Deb Dewar
2004 – Barb Greenwood
2003 – Audrey Stewart
2002 – Linda Oprica
2001 – Linda Oprica
2000 – Cindy Steuart
1999 – Donna Stevenson
1998 – Marcia Allardice
Contact the CVWBN
comoxvalleywbn@gmail.com
PO Box 3414, Courtenay, BC V9N 5N5
Our Next Meeting
Monthly Dinner Meetings are held from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month (September through June) in the lower banquet room at the Blackfin Pub in Comox.
The CVWBN extends sincere thanks to the Blackfin Pub for their ongoing support of our organization.
Latest News
October 2019 Meeting
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September 2019 Meeting
Our first meeting of the 2019/20 membership year is Wednesday, Sept. 11 at the Blackfin Pub. We will welcome Certified Funeral Celebrant, Carol Elliot of SAYING GOODBYE End of Life Tributes of one of our Spotlight Speakers. Here's some information about Carol and...
The Benefits of Belonging to the CVWBN
The Comox Valley Women’s Business Network is a locally-based non-profit organization focused on assisting businesswomen to: Meet new people, connect easily with one another, refer business to one another where appropriate, Develop and leverage strong business relationships, Increase profile and profitability, Educate and contribute to the success of other businesswomen, Advocate and volunteer to support local charities (B.O.O.S.T).
FAQ
Comox Valley Women’s Business NetworkFrequently Asked QuestionsWe meet the second Wednesday of each month between September and June at the renowned Black Fin Pub in Comox in their private, fully catered, ocean view room which is located on the lower level. (Please...
President’s Message
I am thrilled and honoured to be the President of The Comox Valley Women’s Business Network. We have a very enthusiastic board this year, and I am excited to be working alongside such an incredible group of women. We look forward to connecting and elevating all of our members!
Bylaws
Comox Valley Women’s Business Network (CVWBN) Policies. As revised May 8th, 2019.