The Gwinnett Chamber hosted its ninth annual Moxie Awards, recognizing women business leaders who are making significant contributions to their companies, organizations, and the Gwinnett community on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. During the morning’s festivities, Jennifer Ho, Senior Director of Board Relations & Special Projects, was named the winner of the On The Rise Award!
Dr. Shannon Hervey (Gwinnett Coalition); Jennifer Ho (Junior Achievement of Georgia); Audra Cunningham (Emcee, ACRE Consultants); Kelley Balkcom (Georgia Power); Councilwoman Victoria Jones (City of Lawrenceville); Melody Glouton (Andersen Tate & Carr); Mary Kate Chambers (Leadership Gwinnett); and Melanie Connor (Rainbow Village)
““Receiving the Moxie On the Rise Award is deeply humbling to me. This recognition is meaningful because it reflects everyone who has believed, opened doors, and shaped who I am today. To be recognized alongside so many inspiring women who are making it happen every single day is truly an honor. I am committed to paying this forward for the next generation of women leaders across Gwinnett and Metro Atlanta.””
Junior Achievement of Georgia staff surround Moxie Award winner, Jennifer Ho.
Junior Achievement of Georgia was honored to have two employees receive nominations. Jennifer Ho was nominated for the On The Rise Award. Elisa Molina was nominated for the Moxie Award and the Pay It Forward Award. Congratulations to all 2026 Moxie Award Winners.