2024 Award Winners

Presented By



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Event Details


Date: Thursday, November 21
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Venue: Ritz Charles
12156 N Meridian St, Carmel, IN 46032

Ritz Charles

Schedule

Time

Doors Open - 7:30 a.m.
Breakfast is Served - 8:00 a.m.
Program and Awards - 8:30 a.m.
End of Program - 9:30 a.m.

Difference Maker Awards trophies

Tickets


Lin Dunn

Guest Speaker:
Lin Dunn

The winningest head coach in Indiana Fever history, Lin Dunn, was tabbed as General Manager on January 20, 2023. Previously, Dunn was the Interim General Manager and Senior Advisor for Fever Basketball Operations during the 2022 season. The head coach who helped guide the Fever to its only WNBA title in 2012 moved to the front office role after a six-year stint with the University of Kentucky women's basketball program. One of the winningest head coaches in WNBA history roamed the Fever sidelines from 2004-2007 as an assistant coach and from 2008-2014 as the head coach. Currently, she is the Senior Advisor of the Indiana Fever and is witnessing a historic season for the franchise.

Emcee:
Jake Query

Indianapolis native Jake Query realized his childhood dream of becoming a sports reporter, beginning with play-by-play commentary for high school games on 89.3 WJEL. He pursued a successful career post-Indiana University, reporting for WRTV (ABC) and hosting a morning show on WIBC. Currently, he's a beloved sports broadcaster on "Query & Company" on 107.5 "The Fan" and serves as the turn 3 announcer for INDYCAR Radio Network during Indianapolis Motor Speedway events. Beyond his career, Jake's compassion shines through his charitable work, donating Colts tickets to underprivileged kids and promoting homelessness awareness through "30 meals with 30 people" with Wheeler Mission. His sports broadcasting journey and community commitment have earned him respect across the city of Indianapolis and throughout his home state.

Jake Query
Difference Maker Award breakfast

2024 Award Winners

Presented By


Barnes & Thornburg logo
Barnes & Thornburg logo

Contact Julie Graue at [email protected] for more information about sponsorships

Event Details


Date: Thursday, November 21
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Venue:
Ritz Charles
12156 N meridian St,
Carmel, IN 46032

Ritz Charles

Schedule

Time

Doors Open - 7:30 a.m.
Breakfast is Served - 8:00 a.m.
Program and Awards - 8:30 a.m.
End of Program - 9:30 a.m.

Difference Maker Awards Breakfast table photo

Tickets


Don Fischer

Guest Speaker:
Lin Dunn

The winningest head coach in Indiana Fever history, Lin Dunn, was tabbed as General Manager on January 20, 2023. Previously, Dunn was the Interim General Manager and Senior Advisor for Fever Basketball Operations during the 2022 season. The head coach who helped guide the Fever to its only WNBA title in 2012 moved to the front office role after a six-year stint with the University of Kentucky women's basketball program. One of the winningest head coaches in WNBA history roamed the Fever sidelines from 2004-2007 as an assistant coach and from 2008-2014 as the head coach. Currently, she is the Senior Advisor of the Indiana Fever and is witnessing a historic season for the franchise.

Jake Query

Emcee:
Jake Query

Indianapolis native Jake Query realized his childhood dream of becoming a sports reporter, beginning with play-by-play commentary for high school games on 89.3 WJEL. He pursued a successful career post-Indiana University, reporting for WRTV (ABC) and hosting a morning show on WIBC. Currently, he's a beloved sports broadcaster on "Query & Company" on 107.5 "The Fan" and serves as the turn 3 announcer for INDYCAR Radio Network during Indianapolis Motor Speedway events. Beyond his career, Jake's compassion shines through his charitable work, donating Colts tickets to underprivileged kids and promoting homelessness awareness through "30 meals with 30 people" with Wheeler Mission. His sports broadcasting journey and community commitment have earned him respect across the city of Indianapolis and throughout his home state.