FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
30 May 2025
Contact: Veronica Blatt, Director of Corporate Communications
T: 616 871 3323
E: vblatt@npaworldwide.com
Brian Small (L) and Chris Wessell (R).
NPAworldwide proudly announces the recipients of its inaugural Volunteer of the Year and New Volunteer of the Year Awards, celebrating outstanding service and leadership within its global recruitment community.
GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN (USA)— NPAworldwide is pleased to recognize Brian Small of Prime Management Group (London, Ontario, Canada) as the first-ever Volunteer of the Year and Chris Wessell of People Wise (Albany, New York, USA) as the inaugural New Volunteer of the Year. These awards honor exceptional contributions to NPAworldwide, the world’s leading recruitment community.
Celebrating Exceptional Volunteerism
- Volunteer of the Year is awarded to a volunteer who has demonstrated consistent dedication and support for NPAworldwide’s mission over multiple years.
- New Volunteer of the Year recognizes a first-year volunteer whose passion and commitment have made an immediate impact.
Chair-Elect Patti Steen emphasized the vital role of volunteers in NPAworldwide’s growth, noting that over 60 members donate their time to support the organization’s mission. “We focused on building a strong pipeline of volunteers and future leaders throughout 2024,” Steen shared. “This year, we improved our processes, hosted events for new and prospective volunteers, and celebrated our first award recipients at the Power Up Americas Conference in Philadelphia. Congratulations to Brian Small and Chris Wessell on this well-earned recognition!”
Volunteer Stories that Inspire
Brian Small, Volunteer of the Year, reflected, “Volunteering brings joy and fulfillment not just to me, but to our entire network.” New Volunteer of the Year Chris Wessell added, “Being honored by my peers is incredibly meaningful. When I joined, my aim was to connect, learn, and contribute. Volunteering became my way to forge relationships and share knowledge, so we all grow stronger together. More collaboration means more opportunities for all of us in the network.”
Recognizing Leaders Who Strengthen Our Community
Once again, congratulations to Brian Small and Chris Wessell for their remarkable leadership and unwavering commitment to NPAworldwide’s international recruitment network. Their passion and service drive the entire community forward.
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