Brenda McDaniel, Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation’s executive vice president and chief financial officer, received the Rural Champion Award from Rural LISC.
“Brenda is a steadfast and passionate advocate for rural America who has committed her professional career to not only advancing and empowering rural Kentucky but being a role model and mentor to so many in rural community development,” said Nadia Villagran, LISC Vice President and Rural LISC Director. “It is a great privilege to honor Brenda McDaniel as a 2024 Rural LISC Rural Champion.”
Rural LISC works with more than 145 partner organizations creating sustainable rural communities across 49 states and Puerto Rico. The award was presented at its annual signature event, Rural Seminar #RuralTalks, where more than 700 attendees joined in-person and virtually for training, networking and celebration.
Rural LISC awarded nine community leaders from across the country with its Rural Champion Awards in three categories. The award McDaniel received is given to an individual who has helped to elevate, amplify and advocate for the unique needs of rural communities.
“Brenda is central to everything we do at Kentucky Highlands — and with our partners — to improve the economies and communities in the 22 counties we serve,” said Jerry Rickett, president and CEO of KHIC. “She deserves this national recognition for all the work she has done on behalf of businesses and other organizations to advance our region.”