The Young Citizen of the Year, Sophie, Shines at the Business Excellence Awards
At the Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards, Sophie, the reigning Young Citizen of the Year, returned to what she does best – engaging with the community and inspiring others with her infectious spirit.
The evening began with a heart-warming introduction from Jane Goldsmith, a local television presenter and respected figure in local business circles, who praised Sophie’s resilience, hard work, and commitment to serving her community. Sophie helped Jane draw the raffle prize winners throughout the night.
It was no ordinary Friday night for Sophie. It was a chance to swap an everyday outfit for a special event. But she remained the same Sophie – grounded, kind, and as humble as ever.
The evening’s highlight was the keynote speech by Matt Hall, Red Bull’s Air Racing World Champion. With an air of charisma and profound insight, Hall touched upon his career highs and lows, the significance of resilience, and the importance of believing in oneself.
But it was his interaction with Sophie that stood out. The champion aviator was impressed with Sophie’s confidence and stage presence, going as far as complimenting her on it.
True to her character, Sophie was grateful for the praise but not letting it overpower the reason she was there – to celebrate the businesses and individuals shaping Lake Macquarie’s future.
As her ‘plus one’ for the evening, witnessing Sophie’s spirit and dedication firsthand was an immense honor. Her commitment to the community, her strength in the face of adversity, and her undying spirit of service are qualities that inspire us all.
And with nights like these, Sophie proves she is not just the ‘Young Citizen of the Year’ – she is a beacon of hope and inspiration for all who know her.
