PNC Staff Members Named as 2015 Award Finalists

PNCTwo Purdue University North Central staff members, Marie-Claire Foster, director of Advancement and Susan Brychell, special events manager, have been named as finalists for the 2015 Influential Women of Northwest Indiana award.

The awards are presented in 11 categories to recognize the region’s female professionals for their influence in business, industries and the communities. More than 150 women from six different Indiana counties were nominated for recognition, with the field narrowed to 79 finalists. Nomination categories are Business, Construction, Economic Development, Education, Finance, Government, Healthcare, Law, Marketing/Media, Non-Profit and Service/Tourism.

Awards will be announced Oct. 15.

“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Marie and Susan for achieving the distinction of being named as finalists for the Influential Women of Northwest Indiana award,” said Dr. James B. Dworkin, Purdue North Central chancellor. “Both are valued members of the PNC campus community and have proven themselves to be true campus and community leaders. Purdue University and Northwest Indiana benefit from the many contributions of these talented and dedicated professionals.”

Erica Dombey, president and executive director of the Regional Development Company and a 2012

Influential Women Alumni, said, “Each of these finalists have made incredible contributions to their industries. They’re bold individuals who have made their mark on businesses and communities across Northwest Indiana. We’re very proud to celebrate their achievements.”

Additionally, Foster was recently named to the “20 Under 40” list compiled by BusINess magazine, published by The Times Media Company.