Gateway to Greatness
Gateway to Greatness is Gateway Community & Technical College Foundation’s signature event, dedicated to honoring individuals and organizations for their contributions to higher education and the Northern Kentucky community. Through special recognition awards, the luncheon celebrates those who have gone above and beyond to uplift Gateway students and the region.
This inspiring event brings together business leaders, community partners, educators, and friends of the College in support of our students’ success. Proceeds from the luncheon directly support scholarships and essential wrap-around services—ensuring that every Gateway student has the resources needed to stay in school and succeed.
Watch this space for the luncheon date and ways you can partner with us through sponsorships, attendance, or giving—details will be shared soon.
Individual Champion Award
The Individual Champion Award is presented to an individual or couple in the Northern Kentucky community who has been a strong advocate for Gateway and improving educational access and opportunity.
For our 2026 Gateway to Greatness luncheon, Gateway is pleased to honor Chuck Session with our Individual Champion Award.
Past Individual Champion Award recipients are:
- Karen Finan – 2025
- Bob Heil – 2024
- Jeanne Schroer – 2023
- Normand and Lisa Desmarais – 2022
Community Champion Award
The Community Champion Award is presented to a business in the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati area that has been a partner to Gateway in serving our students and community.
For our 2026 Gateway to Greatness luncheon, Gateway is pleased to honor Learning Grove withour Community Champion Award.
Past Community Champion Award recipients are:
- Safran Landing Systems – 2025
- CVG – 2024
- St. Elizabeth Healthcare – 2023
- Duke Energy – 2022
Outstanding Alumni Award
The Outstanding Alumni Award is presented to a Gateway alumnus who has made career achievements or exemplary contributions to the Northern Kentucky community since graduating from Gateway.
Past Outstanding Alumni Award recipients are:
- Chris Dye – 2025
Nominations are now open for our 2026 Outstanding Alumni Award recipient!
