Reynolds Advancement Team Recognized Internationally

Reynolds Advancement Team has been awarded a 2021 Circle of Excellence Award by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). The team is being recognized in the category "Events on a Shoestring" for its event "A Sneak Peek of the Kitchens at Reynolds."

This award category was for offices with limited staff, resources, and time. Entrants were asked to demonstrate creative ways of executing an event designed for a special occasion or purpose, using minimal resources - particularly budget.

In the entry submission, Reynolds Special Events Manager Ariel Cole described tackling the challenges that made the gathering especially unique. "A grand opening celebration was changed multiple times due to COVID-19. A large community celebration continues to be delayed, but Reynolds had to find a way to thank key supporters in a timely and safe way.

Reynolds held a series of small in-person tours of the building in September 2020. Key community leaders, donors, and local officials were invited to visit the building during two staggered event timeframes. After a self-guided tour and socially-distanced remarks in the courtyard from the college president, lead investor, city mayor, and other officials, attendees reported being impressed with the completed facility, excited to see their investment in action, and eager to discuss opportunities to stay involved."

Congratulations to the Advancement Team for their hard work staging this community event and for receiving this prestigious recognition for Reynolds. Job well done, recognition much deserved.