The Arts & Economic Impact Awards honor how the arts transform communities, boost economic growth, and create vibrant communities in Anacostia and the broader Washington, D.C. region.

“The Arts & Economic Impact Solutions Summit, alongside these awards, is a call to action to recognize and support the vital role of the arts in Anacostia’s economic future. Join us as we honor those who elevate our community through creativity and collaboration—while coming together to shape solutions that inspire positive change, one story at a time.”

Kristina Noell, Executive Director
Anacostia Business Improvement District

Featured Speakers:

  • Stanley Jackson – CEO, AEDC
  • Kristina Noell – Executive Director, ABID
  • Lee Davenport – Director of Community Development,  US Ignite
  • Courtney Snowden – CEO, Blueprint Strategies
  • Leah Brooks – Professor, Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Public Administration GW University
  • Hana Love – Fellow, Brookings
  • Jennifer Young – President, Minneapolis Arts District
  • Abby Becker – Director, Station North Arts District
  • Ramon Jacobson – Executive Director, LISC
  • Bo Menkiti – CEO, Menkiti Group
  • Scott Kratz – CEO, Building Bridges Across the River
  • Jocelyn Walters, Adobe 

Nomination Form

Arts & Economic Impact Awards – Nomination Form

Nominee Information

Nominator Information

Award Category

Select one of the following categories for the nomination.

Nomination Explanation

Describe the nominee’s contributions, achievements, and how they align with the values of the selected award (200-word limit).

Supporting Materials

Upload relevant files such as a resume, testimonials, or documentation.

Allowed files: (pdf, docs, videos, images)

Submission