Alfredo J. Molina, Chairman and CEO, Molina Fine Jewelers: “My inner voice says that I’m here to make life better for others. I spend 80 percent of my time on charities including Teen Life Line, Childhelp and Gabriel’s Angels.”
On June 20th and June 21st, the seven 2013 Positively Powerful Woman Award recipients, previous Award recipients, media, committee members and friends got an experience of what it means to be one of the jewels whose lives are enriched and enlightened through Molina Fine Jewelers sponsorship.
The Positively Powerful Awards Presentation and the Molina Broach: We were honored to have Connie F. Wilson, Senior Vice President, and Mark Skarupa, Vice President as Awards presenters. One of the highlights of the Awards was their presentation of the Molina Broach designed by Molina Fine Jeweler’s artisans. Great care was taken with translating the Awards logo into a three-dimensional work of art.
The Molina Broach has sculptured hands surrounding a beautiful blue sapphire representative of the globe. The sapphire rests in the center of a cross. The blue sapphire is the perfect gem to select for this very special Broach. Sapphires are known as the stones of strength, wisdom and serenity. The blue sapphire is an especially good stone for those who are intent on finding spiritual truth. The rays of the star represent faith, hope, and destiny. After Mark Skarupa’s introduction and Connie Wilson’s surprise presentation of the Broach (and the Molina Unforgettable Perfume) to the 2013 Awards Recipients, the previous year’s Awardees couldn’t help but wonder whether they would be able to receive one, and who could blame them, the Positively Powerful Woman Broach is magnificent.
The Molina Fine Jewelers Positively Powerful Woman Broach
The Positively Powerful Reception: Through Mr. Molina’s generosity we were also treated to a reception the evening before the Awards in the impressive inner sanctum of the beautiful House of Molina, a landmark building on Camelback Road. Surrounded by exquisite jewelry in displays, we toasted the accomplishments of the many women servant-leaders attending, enjoyed delicious food, collaborated and connected with each other and our hosts. Mr. Molina wanted us to feel like empresses and we did. This was a first-ever reception for the Positively Powerful Woman Awards and will never be forgotten.
A mission of excellence and service: An organization’s mission defines the reason they exist and what is important to them. The Molina Mission is to be “The hallmark of excellence in the world of fine jewelry exceeding the expectations of our customers and potential customers by delivering an unforgettable experience, unparalleled service, exceptional jewels, magnificent craftsmanship, all with value beyond price, while acting on our commitment to enhance the welfare and interests of our local community.” The Positively Powerful Woman Awards recipients and committee experienced the benefits of this mission in action. Thank you Alfredo J. Molina and Molina team.
If you too would like a treat, visit the House of Molina, 3134 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85016 and/or visit their website. Mark Skarupa, Vice President, is a Certified Gemologist Appraiser and Registered jeweler with the American Gem Society and an expert authority on image consulting and the “Reflections” presentation. Connie J. Wilson, Senior Vice President is enormously Philanthropic. She is GIA Certified and an accredited jewelry professional. They, along with the other 40+ Molina Fine Jewelry personnel, embrace the values, vision and mission of Molina Fine Jewelers, which is “Molina Fine Jewelers believes that every individual is a precious jewel and it is Molina’s commitment and social responsibility to ensure that they become brilliant.”
2013 Award Recipients Jackie Thompson, Debbie Gaby, Karen Thorne (accepting for Patricia Hibbeler), Connie Wilson (Molina) Dr. Joel Martin (Awards Founder), Dr. RaShonda Flint, Attorney Marian Yim and Kimber Lanning. (Photo does not include Recipient Dean Shirley Mays)
