Junior Achievement names ‘Best and Brightest’ winners

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Junior Achievement of Central Indiana has named the recipients of the 2023 Indy’s Best and Brightest honors. JA says the award showcases up-and-coming professionals and the next generation of leaders in the region.

Last month, the organization released its list of 10 finalists from 10 different industries in central Indiana. The organization said the finalists in each category are judged on professional accomplishments, civic contributions, character and leadership qualities.

Here is the list of 2023 honorees:

Accounting

• David Rabb, FORVIS, LLP

Banking and Finance

• Nicole Woodson, First Internet Bank

Education & Nonprofit

• Daniel Poynter, Carbon Neutral Indiana

Government, Tourism + Arts

• Karrah Herring, J.D., Office of Governor Eric J. Holcomb, State of Indiana

Health & Life Sciences

• Russell J. Ledet, MD, PhD, MBA, Indiana University School of Medicine

Law

• Amber Finley, Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County

Manufacturing, Retail & Services

• Katie Lucas, Lucas Oil Products

Media, Entertainment & Sports

• Paul Swartz, Hoosier Shooting Academy

Real Estate & Construction

• Shannon McDonald, Taylor Bros. Construction Co., Inc.

Technology

• Kate Gundach, Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team

Click here to view the full list of 2023 finalists.