3^nd ANNUAL COMMUNITY AWARDS

                 The Russian Advisory Board of City of West Hollywood provides the setting for recognizing individuals, groups and events that have had a positive impact and bettered the lives of members of the Russian-speaking community in West Hollywood and the Los Angeles region.

  Outstanding Community Service Award

This award recognizes an individual or organization that has devoted a significant amount of time, energy and/or resources to making a positive impact on Russian-speaking community. Examples might include (but are not limited to) local non-profit organizations, volunteers, public officials, or any individual or organization who has devoted extraordinary to making a difference in the lives of West Hollywood community members.

  Role Model of the Year Award

This award recognizes an individual or group who is a role model to the Russian-speaking community. This role model has demonstrated a high level of achievement, leadership, talent, and is, in short, a hero. Examples might include (but are not limited to) individuals and groups from various disciplines such as sports, education, public service, government, entertainment, and arts and culture.

  Achievement in Business Award

This award recognizes an individual or company who has had a significant, positive impact on the quality of life in the Russian-speaking community. It is for those who have achieved a high level of success, and who have used their success to give back and do great work on behalf of the community. Examples might include (but are not limited to) corporations, small businesses, business owners, managers, executives, and any individuals in business.

3^rd ANNUAL COMMUNITY AWARD WINNERS ARE:

 

 

 

 

 

 

1^st ANNUAL COMMUNITY AWARD WINNERS:

 

Outstanding Community Service Award

 

John Heilman - Mayor of the City of West Hollywood.           Presented by Agassi Topchian

Role Model of the Year Award

Lenny Krayzelburg - Four-time Olympic gold medalist from the 2000, 2004 Olympic Games. Presented by Aleksandr Faynerman

Achievement in Business Award

Igor Pasternak - Founder and chief executive officer of Worldwide Aeros Corporation. Presented by Grigoriy Adlivankin.

2^nd ANNUAL COMMUNITY AWARD WINNERS:

 

Outstanding Community Service Award

 

Role Models of the Year Award

Achievement in Business Award

Winner - Agassi Topchian (right) Presented by John Heilman.

Winner - Anton Elchin (right) Presented by Andrey Pronin

Winner - Elina Dvorskaya (right) Presented by Rosalind Helfand

Winner - Mark Golub. President of the Russian Television Network.  Accepted by RTN vice president Gary Flom (on picture).

These awards will be given at the official "Opening Ceremony & Annual Awards Presentation" for the 7th Annual Russian Cultural Festival on June 18, 2008 at 6pm at the Pacific Design Center (Blue Building) Silver Screen Theater (8687 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069). The evening will include a reception featuring hors d' oeuvres and a sampling of fine Russian foods, art exhibition, live entertainment and the awards program. Over 300 people are expected to attend the Opening Ceremony, including local, state and national elected officials, community leaders and other luminaries. By invitation only.