Introducing our 2022 Distinguished Members, Lauren Colicelli and Shannon Patrick

The Distinguished Member Award, Women in Government Relations’ highest honor, is presented annually to a member who has demonstrated outstanding service, initiative, innovation and dedication to WGR's goals throughout the years. Members are nominated by their peers and colleagues. Competition is strong due to the level of commitment so many members give to this organization.

This year, we are celebrating two Distinguished Members, Lauren Colicelli and Shannon Patrick. These women are dedicated to the mission of WGR and passionate about creating generations of powerful women advocates.

Lauren’s leadership on the PACs, Politics and Grassroots (PPG) Task Force was integral the to the task force programming successes which included the annual Spring PPG Conference, the Election Program Series and quarterly events. Her efforts encouraged and supported WGR member engagement.

Lauren currently serves as Co-Chair of this year’s Professional Women in Advocacy Conference. Her level of commitment and dedication to the conference is immeasurable and we hope you’ll join us October 3-4 in DC to congratulate Lauren on her exceptional planning and execution.

Shannon has held many roles with WGR further proving her commitment to our organization. Her leadership as Co-Chair of the Financial Services Task Force to create innovative, new events on hot topics has not only engaged members, but also brought in new sponsorship opportunities for the organization.

Shannon served in leadership roles on both the Workplace Anti-Harassment and Membership & Engagement committees. Her brown bag check-in events during the pandemic provided an inclusive space for members to share their feelings associated with the ever-changing COVID environment.

WGR will be celebrating our Distinguished Members all year! Please join us at the Excellence in Advocacy Awards on Monday, October 3 at the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC for a special celebration.