Gary’s Ladies First Honorees Announced: Celebrating 7 Trailblazing Women Making a Difference!

February 21, 2025

The Ladies First Honorees have been announced! This year, we proudly celebrate seven extraordinary women whose leadership, dedication, and impact have shaped the City of Gary and beyond.

  • Ashley Stewart: Chief Medic of the Gary Fire Department
  • Latisha Toney: President/CEO C.O.A.T.E.S Inc.
  • Frieda Graves: Faith CDC Director, Food is Medicine  
  • Angela Hamblin-Blakely: Pastor and Head Coach West Side Leadership Academy  
  • Dr. Janet Seabrook: City of Gary Health Commissioner, CEO and Founder of Community HealthNet Health Centers  
  • Kiarica Law: Founder Legendary Cheesesteaks Food Truck  
  • Prophetess Markeysha Coleman: Co-Pastor New Divine Truth Apostolic Church  

We can’t wait to honor these trailblazers on March 8! Stay tuned as we celebrate their incredible contributions to our community.

Thank you to our sponsors that have made this event possible!

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