(IV SBDC presents special awards)......They were the 2023 Imperial Valley Resilient Women of the Year Awards.

Officials said the recipients received the award for their exceptional strength, perseverance and unwavering resilience in the face of adversity. The award honored their ability to overcome obstacles, surpass limitations and rise above challenges as a woman in business.. The recipients this year are; Vicky Hernandez with the Buckshot Deli and Diner in Niland, Noemi Vazquez with Vazquez Family Childcare in Calipatria, Catalina Alcantar Santillan with Imperial Valley Respite in Brawley, Karen Sanchez with Early Girl Creations in Imperial, Ashley Contreras with Valley Crafts in El Centro, Juanita Rebollar with the Townhouse Pump Steakhouse in Westmorland, Missael Flores with HC Tax Service in Holtville, and Vivian Sanchez with Rosa's Plane Food in Calexico.