On Tuesday, November 7th, six women-owned companies were awarded the Lillie Knox Investing for Growth Grant by the Women’s Business Council – Southwest (WBCS) during the Harvesting Partnerships luncheon. Each year, awards of up to $5,000 are presented in Lillie’s memory.

Lillie Knox was an important part of the history and current success of the Women’s Business Council – Southwest and the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). After passing away from cancer, the Lillie Knox Investing for Growth Grant was created to honor her legacy.

The following six WBCS members received grants in order to fulfill a business need that will support growth of their company:

  • Cynthia Bishop, President, C. Bishop Law
  • Carrie Martinez, President & CEO, CM Productions
  • Marie McGrath, CEO, Demand Lighting USA, Inc.
  • Susie Carter, President, Mixed Media Creations
  • Donna Hegdahl, President, The TransSynergy Group
  • Leslie Hollis, President, Tri-Chem Industries

Lillie Knox Winners