2019 BEND Woman Of The Year Announced

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BEND, Ore. – The Bend Chamber’s Women of the Year Awards, sponsored by U.S. Bank, is a celebration of the achievements and contributions of the women of Central Oregon.

“This year, a record number of nominations were submitted, which is a testament to the scope and scale of women’s impact on our communities, businesses and daily lives,” said Robin Rogers, Director of Programs and Events at the Bend Chamber.

“We’re very excited to announce the recipients in each of the six award categories,” she added.

Named the 2019 Woman of the Year was Dawn Holland, the founder and director of DAWNS House, which offers sober living for women in recovery from drugs and alcohol.

The awards ceremony was held at a packed Eagle Mountain Event Center Thursday evening and emceed by Moe Carrick, 2016 Woman of the Year Award recipient and founder of Moementum.

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