The Community Enrichment Dinner brought people together to recognize those people and businesses in this area that are rising to make their mark.

Charles Thomas has worn many hats during his lifetime in Lima and has always pushed for equity and inclusion. From his first day on the job in 1957 where he was the only minority in a pool of 200 employees, to his time behind the microphone at a local radio station. Thomas spent many years working with children at juvenile court, then becoming a juvenile probation officer and also working for the Lima City Schools. Working with the youth inspired him to continue his journey toward inclusion.