Established in 1984 to celebrate those who make a lasting impact on Austin’s culture, economy, and quality of life, the award highlights individuals whose efforts have helped shape the city’s dynamic future while staying true to its unique character and values.

Each year, the recipient of the award is chosen by the Austin 소닉카지노 후기's Board Chair and awarded at the 소닉카지노 후기's Annual Meeting.



  • 2023

    Dr. Richard Rhodes
    Former Chancellor, Austin Community College District

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  • 2022

    Roy Spence
    GSD&M

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  • 2021

    Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette
    Former President, Huston-Tillotson University

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  • 2020

    Susan Dawson
    E3 Alliance

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  • 2019

    Jesús Garza
    Former Austin City Manager

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  • 2018

    Ray Wilkerson
    Ray Wilkerson Companies

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  • 2017

    Bobby Jenkins
    ABC Home & Commercial Services

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  • 2016

    Dr. Kenneth Shine & Dr. Clay Johnston
    Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin

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  • 2015

    Alan Graham
    Mobile Loaves & Fishes

  • 2014

    Lee Leffingwell
    Former Mayor, City of Austin

  • 2013

    Clarke Heidrick
    Attorney

  • 2012

    Lynn & Tom Meredith
    MFI Foundation

  • 2011

    Nick Barbaro, Louis Black, Roland Swenson, & Hugh Forrest
    SXSW Founders

  • 2010

    Lance Armstrong
    LIVESTRONG Foundation

  • 2009

    Charles Barnett
    Former Healthcare Executive

  • 2008

    Dr. Pat Forgione
    Former Superintendent, Austin ISD

  • 2007

    Will Wynn
    Former Mayor, City of Austin

  • 2006

    Gary Farmer
    Heritage Title

  • 2005

    Pike Powers
    Attorney, Legislator, Civic Leader

  • 2004

    Pete Winstead
    Attorney & Community Leader

  • 2003

    Gary Valdez
    Focus Strategies LLC

  • 2002

    Lowell Lebermann
    Centex Beverage Inc.

  • 2001

    Admiral Bobby Inman
    Retired US Navy Admiral

  • 2000

    Kirk Watson
    Mayor, City of Austin & Former Senator

  • 1999

    Angela & Mort Topfer
    Topfer Family Foundation

  • 1998

    Lee Walker
    Dell Computer Corporation & The University of Texas at Austin

  • 1997

    Michael & Susan Dell
    Michael & Susan Dell Foundation

  • 1996

    Max Sherman
    Former Legislator & Dean, LBJ School of Public Affairs

  • 1995

    Darrell K. Royal
    Former Coach, Texas Longhorns

  • 1994

    Ann Richards
    Former Texas Governor

  • 1993

    Walt & Elspeth Rostow
    Community Leaders & Educators

  • 1992

    George & Ronya Kozmetsky
    Philanthropists

  • 1991

    Jerry Carlson
    Business Leader & Humanitarian

  • 1990

    Dr. Patricia Hayes
    Former President, St. Edward's University

  • 1989

    Willie & Neal Kocurek
    Community Leaders

  • 1988

    Wilhelmina Delco
    Former Texas State Representative

  • 1987

    Jake "J.J." Pickle
    Former U.S. Representative

  • 1986

    Frank McBee
    Technology Leader

  • 1985

    Dick Rathgeber
    Philanthropist

  • 1984

    Dr. Peter Flawn
    Former President, The University of Texas at Austin