Celebrating America’s Exceptional Business Leaders at Northwood University: 2024 Outstanding Class to be Honored at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation

The 2024 Class of Outstanding Business Leaders is set to be honored at Northwood University. This year’s event, which takes place on April 6 at the iconic Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, marks the third time the gala has been held at this venue.

Northwood President Kent MacDonald expressed his excitement for the upcoming event, noting that the museum provides the perfect backdrop to celebrate honorees and supporters. He emphasized that this year’s event aims to recognize modern business leaders who have made significant contributions to the free enterprise system.

Murray Kyte, Northwood University’s vice president of advancement, highlighted the importance of celebrating America’s rich business culture, spirit of modernization, and entrepreneurship. He stated that the Outstanding Business Leaders Awards honor individuals who embody these values and drive business endeavors forward.

The 2024 Class of Outstanding Business Leaders includes Mamadou Diallo, Thomas Latham, Sarah Rowley Opperman, Chris Pruitt, and Ret. Ambassador John Rakolta Jr. Additionally, Eric D. July will receive the Richard DeVos Young Entrepreneur Award for his work with Rippaverse, a comic book company.

Each honoree represents a unique contribution to the business world and embodies the values of innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership. The Northwood University community looks forward to celebrating these exceptional individuals at the upcoming event.

This year’s event promises to be a memorable occasion as we come together to celebrate Northwood’s outstanding business leaders who have made significant contributions to their respective fields. With a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship, this year’s gala will showcase some of Michigan’s most successful business leaders.

The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation is an ideal location for this celebration as it provides a unique blend of historical significance and innovative relevance in Michigan’s thriving business landscape.

As we look forward to recognizing these individuals in April 6th at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation , we are reminded why we do what we do – to celebrate excellence in our field while inspiring future generations of entrepreneurs and innovators.

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