Future Faces manager shortlisted for Birmingham Awards 2023
Sophie Poduval-Morrell, manager of the Future Faces division of the GBCC, has been shortlisted in the Birmingham Awards 2023.
Sophie has been shortlisted for the Community Champion category of the awards, which will take place on Saturday 4 November at the Holte Suite of Villa Park Stadium, for all of her great work towards putting Future Faces on the map and growing the network.
Speaking on being shortlisted for the award, Sophie said: “Being shortlisted in the Community Champion category at the Birmingham Awards is an honour! I am so passionate about ensuring that Future Faces is the young professionals network for everyone. I strongly feel that every young professional has a right to network, build their personal brand and have access to professional development sessions, no matter where you are from, what you believe or where you work.
“Future Faces has the power to have a huge positive impact on the community of Greater Birmingham. We are committed to supporting local charities, creating mentoring opportunities and empowering the future of our city."
Lillian Elekan, head of Membership at the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce, nominated Sophie for the award. She said: “We’re really proud of Sophie for being shortlisted in the Birmingham Awards, and for all the hard work and passion she puts into making Future Faces the best network in our city region for young professionals.
“Sophie is committed to transforming Future Faces into a network that serves the needs of every young professional. In her view, each and every aspiring young person should have equal access to networking opportunities, personal growth, mentorship, and professional development, irrespective of their background, industry affiliation, or origin. Sophie’s dedication to this vision has led to her nomination in the Community Champion category, best of luck Sophie!”
See the full list of shortlisted nominees HERE.
To vote for your winners of each category, click HERE. The deadline for voting is Sunday 15 October. You can buy tickets for the awards HERE.
