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WBZ anchor and 2022 Pinnacle Award honoree, Lisa Hughes, sat down for one-on-one interviews with each of this year’s honorees to hear their words of wisdom. In their interviews, the 2026 honorees shared what inspires them, the most gratifying aspects of their work, and how they define success. In addition to interviewing the honorees, Lisa Hughes hosted the award ceremony on January 30.
As the first woman to serve as Chair of the Massport Board of Directors, Patricia Jacobs loves a challenge. An inspiration to many, she believes listening and humility are some of the most undervalued qualities of leadership. “Bringing a sense of humility and a desire to listen is so important,” she says. “There’s so much we can learn from each other.”
One of the city’s most impactful and creative leaders in real estate, Kimberly Sherman Stamler has always been excited by the vibrancy of cities. At Related Beal, she prides herself on creating great spaces for people to come together. “The work we do and the impact that we’re able to make as a team is gratifying and exciting, and something we get to work at and work towards every day.”
With a client list including President Joe Biden, President Obama, Vice President Kamala Harris, Michael Bloomberg, and Oprah Winfrey, Rose Staram, Owner and Founder of RoseMark Production, leads one of the most dynamic event strategy and production companies in the world. “I love putting smiles on people’s faces,” she says. Born and raised in Boston, Rose believes “you always win if you give it your heart and your soul.”
Sandra McCroom, President & CEO of Children’s Services of Roxbury is proudest of the welcoming culture she’s built at the organization: “It is a culture of belonging. It is a culture of love and dignity, respect for humanity, and people feel comfortable coming to Children’s Services of Roxbury in their most vulnerable state.” Inspired by her parents who were civil rights activists, Sandra has committed her career to bettering her community.
Mary Skipper, Superintendent of Boston Public Schools and this year’s Pinnacle honoree for Achievement in Management – Government, believes listening is the most important skill to have. “Whether its listening to our parents, our students, our staff, I learn something new every day,” she says. Mary stays grounded in her faith and is not afraid of a challenge; “Deep change takes time and the dedication to stay with it.”
Dr. Mary K. Grant, President of Massachusetts College of Art and Design received this year’s Achievement in Arts & Education Pinnacle Award. Mary hopes every MassArt student learns that creativity is their superpower. Working with young people is what Mary loves most about her work, “they’ve inherited a world that needs their attention, their love, and every bit of their creative energy,” she says. “I get to work with that every single day and do my very best to make it a little bit better.”
Elizabeth Lowrey has designed some of the most impressive buildings in Boston. “I have the best job in the world because I get to be constantly curious,” she says. Elizabeth strives to create spaces where people can thrive and finds inspiration in her three daughters: “I’m seeing them start their careers, and I see what good leadership can bring to someone who is young, hungry, excited.”
Shavel’le Olivier, this year’s Emerging Executive, aims to build a healthier community in Mattapan. One of the most rewarding aspects of her job at the Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition is working with young people and being able to experience growth in their leadership and confidence. “Bringing people together and seeing joy on their faces is really rewarding,” she says.
Robyn Riseberg, Founder of Boston Community Pediatrics, finds opportunities for growth every day. Committed to serving communities of color and patients with lower income, Robyn defines success as “living by your values and making a difference in the world.”
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