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 Alicia Baylor
Board of Directors Excellence in Service Award, 2006
As Co-Coordinators of the Wings of Hope Program, Alicia Baylor and Kathy Marshburn became IBBA's ambassadors for this special program, lovingly caring for and managing all details of this program.
They carefully took care of all details for 7 Wings of Hope Butterfly Releases during 2006. This involved reviewing applications, ongoing communication with prospective recipients, promoting the events, recruiting donors and facilitating the shipments. Their work did not stop there. There was follow-up and closure with all individuals and organizations involved, both donors and recipients and final reports for each event placed on the Wings of Hope Web page. We are truly appreciative of the care and attention they have given to this program. Their work has been outstanding.
 Velma Begley
Special Award, 2004
For 1½ years faithful service and dedication as president of the IBBA.
 Paul Chesterfield
IBBA Board of Directors "Special Recognition Award", 2002.
The IBBA Board of Directors has selected Paul Chesterfield of Butterfly Boutique for special recognition and appreciation.
Paul has given many thousands of hours personal time, to create and maintain the IBBA website.
An IBBA Certificate of Appreciation and Paperweight was awarded to Paul Chesterfield by the 2003 Board of Directors.
 Doddie Drake
Special Award, 2004
For her continuing work as IBBA Treasurer and for her faithful work as Convention Treasurer.
 Zane & Maggie Greathouse
Members of the Year, 2006
Zane and Maggie Greathouse were sponsors for the California convention in February, then managed the Florida convention in November 2007. They represented the IBBA at the SASI invertibrates in captivity meeting in Arizona, introducing the commercial butterfly farmers to groups there. Zane has served as a board member in 2007 and has been an extremely positive force on the Board of Directors - a steady, calm presence that has given warmth, wisdom and kindness always.
 Cindy Hepp
Special Committee Award, 2003
The Publications Committee are pleased to recognise Cindy Hepp of the Milkweed Cafe for their first Committee Award. Cindy has contributed to the butterfly breeding industry in many ways, but the committee wish in particular to recognise her for her
 outstanding contribution to the industry as an exemplary businesswoman
 and innovative butterfly farmer;
high standards for excellence in products and service;
high quality design and eye appeal of her website
 Cheryl Lake
Special Angel Award, 2003.
Cheryl Lake was presented with IBBA Special Angel Awards at the 2003 IBBA Annual Convention.
Cheryl received her Special Angel Award for her extreme generosity to the Wings of Hope projects.
 Melanie McCarthy
Special Angel Award, 2002.
Melanie McCarthy was honored at the 2002 IBBA convention with "Angel Awards" for their contributions to the IBBA above and beyond the call of duty.
Melanie's contributions to the IBBA have included:
- Lead in the development of the IBBA Corporate Bylaws;
- Active Board Member, past and present;
- Developed the first official Position Paper for the butterfly release industry, which was presented at PA Convention: "Unsure of Butterfly Releases?"
- Responsible for 911 Release/Tribute and Official IBBA Tagging Program Event-- receiving almost 1,000 butterflies and cash donations from farmers across the U.S., England and Canada;
- Wings of Hope Release for Molly Bish: Managed the Release Memorial for the Bish Family which received national level media exposure for the Wings of Hope Program.
- Managed creation and production of the official IBBA Industry CD and Video to serve as a tool for PR and business promotion as well as an educational mail-out to regulatory agencies, media and other groups that influence or have impact on the release industry;
- As IBBA's representative, brought about the reversal of the federal policy that prohibited shipment of Monarch butterflies to Rhode Island;
- Responsible for the creation and development of the Permitting Corner on the IBBA website;
- Responsible for bringing in and securing Attorney/Lobbyist for the IBBA.
 Lifetime Honorary Award
Awarded to Melanie McCarthy, November 2006
Melanie has been president, board member, committee chairperson and more. She has guided us through legal and procedural minefields numerous times. Her bookkeeping, accounting, business, and organizational skills have kept the IBBA on track. Ms. McCarthy single handedly took care of the incorporation of Wings of Hope so it is now a 501c Corporation that can take tax deductible donations. She was instrumental in securing two important sponsors for Wings of Hope: The Molly Bish Foundation and the Granby Public Library in Granby, Massachusetts. Melanie has been a part of the IBBA since its beginning, but it is what she has done in the interim that matters. Zane B. Greathouse
Dale McClung
 Lifetime Honorary Award
Awarded January 2013
Dale McClung has been nominated for the Lifetime Honorary Award by Rick Mikula and approved by the board. Everyone that I spoke with about Dale said that he is well deserving. Dale has been a member of the IBBA almost from its conception. He has and continues to work many hours, mostly behind the scenes, on the behalf of the butterfly industry.
Over the years, Dale has served terms on the board, numerous committees, is a past president, and a current board member. He has been a liason between our industry and the regulators, working on restrictions, as well as building bridges with our adversaries. Keeping abreast of the trends, Dale monitors many lists while defending our industry. He has attended every convention from the day he joined, has given presentations, etc. Dale willing and openly shares his extensive knowledge of butterflies, the industry, the business, policies, and regulations, among other topics of which he is well versed (just bring up anything to do with history!).
 Jay McRoberts
Special Committee Award, 2003
The Gardening Committee recognizes Jay McRoberts outstanding contributions to the IBBA, its members and the world of butterflies.
Jay unselfishly gives of his time by sharing advice, plant cuttings and friendship with many people.
Jay's work with Converting Power Easements to Butterfly Habitats projects and the IBBA's Tagging Program has done much to raise the image of the IBBA in the public eye. He is a cherished member of the IBBA and the Gardening Committee thanks Jay for his caring and his work.
 Kathy Marshburn
Board of Directors Excellence in Service Award, 2006
As Co-Coordinators of the Wings of Hope Program, Kathy Marshburn and Alicia Baylor became IBBA's ambassadors for this special program, lovingly caring for and managing all details of this program.
They carefully took care of all details for 7 Wings of Hope Butterfly Releases during 2006. This involved reviewing applications, ongoing communication with prospective recipients, promoting the events, recruiting donors and facilitating the shipments. Their work did not stop there. There was follow-up and closure with all individuals and organizations involved, both donors and recipients and final reports for each event placed on the Wings of Hope Web page. We are truly appreciative of the care and attention they have given to this program. Their work has been outstanding.
 Rick Mikula
An IBBA Certificate of Appreciation and Paperweight was awarded to Rick Mikula by the 2003 Board of Directors.
 Lifetime Honorary Award
Awarded to Rick Mikula, November 2006
Rick has done more to make the butterfly release business an industry than anyone I know. He has lead us with his seminars, at workshops, and many presentations. Mr. Mikula is the face of our industry (be it cross-eyed with a butterfly on his nose) as he crosses the country doing programs and sharing his love for butterflies and butterfly releases. Rick has taught us that this doesn’t have to be a hobby. We learned that we can make a living doing something we love.
Zane B. Greathouse
 Linda Rogers
Special Angel Award, 2002.
Linda Rogers was honored at the 2002 IBBA convention with "Angel Awards" for their contributions to the IBBA above and beyond the call of duty.
Linda's contributions to the IBBA have included:
- Board Member for 4 years
- Chairperson for 4 years
- Political Action, Publications Committees
- Assembled and Published the IBBA Scientific Report
- Assisted with production of IBBA CD
- Website Development with Paul Chesterfield
- Started and Managed Ask a Mentor Program
- Assisted with 4 Conventions
- Assembled and published "Secrets of the Talking Butterfly"
- Developed Co-Op store
- Found many useful website links and information sources now available on the IBBA website
- Official Liaison with USDA Regulatory Officials
- Led the campaign to respond to USDA's comment and review of proposed legislation including CNN coverage, Wall Street Journal and Washington Post articles
- Worked directly with USDA and Florida state regulatory officials to reverse federal policy restricting butterfly shipments in Florida.
 Lifetime Honorary Award
Awarded to Linda Rogers, November 2006
Linda is what the IBBA is all about. She is full of energy, ideas, and passion. She has spent untold hours doing behind the scenes work for the IBBA. Her spirit of volunteerism is what our organization relies on. Ms. Rogers is a dynamo and she has made a difference many times. Her political energy helped to get the IBBA through some tough times with the USDA. Linda is another “been there from the start” member who continues to generate ideas, share her passion, and make a difference. Zane B. Greathouse
 Edith Smith
Special Award, 2004
For outstanding achievement based on her hard work and dedicated service in creating, coordinating and directing the 2004 IBBA Convention. With minimal help, Edith almost single-handedly organized the entire affair, including location, speakers, entertainment, and meals. Additionally, Edith seriously listened to various members of the IBBA and the Board of Directors, and did everything humanly possible to accommodate their requests, suggestions, and concerns.
Liz Swanson
Special Award, 2004
In July 2004 The IBBA Board of Directors honored Liz Swanson with a Special Award in grateful appreciation for all of her hard work with the IBBA store.
 Felicia Tappan
Board of Directors Excellence in Service Award, 2006
Felicia Tappan has been a can-do board member in 2006, extending herself into special projects that are very meaningful to the association - attending two wedding professionals trade meetings, giving instructional workshops for wedding planners, and is assembling and managing the upcoming online workshop for Wedding Professionals in 2007. Felicia is always willing to pitch in and make the difference.
 Jon Timko
An IBBA Certificate of Appreciation and Paperweight was awarded to Jon Timko by the 2003 Board of Directors.
Nigel Venters
Special Committee Award, 2004
Awarded by the Public Relations & Business Development Cte.
 Nigel Venters, recipient of 2004 Special Committee Award for his long-time, ongoing and dedicated contributions to helping people learn about butterflies. Nigel has patiently answered literally hundreds of private e-mails and has taken the time to answer questions from beginner to expert raising topics on the IBBA and Butterfly Family Lists for four years.
 Lifetime Honorary Award
Awarded to Nigel Venters, November 2006
Nigel is the unofficial mentor of the IBBA. He has donated many hours sharing husbandry and culture ideas. His musings on the list are always well read and generate much positive interest. I know of no one who knows more about the breeding of butterflies and certainly no one who has been more willing to share their knowledge with beginners. Nigel has patiently answered the same questions time and time again as new IBBA members learn the intricacies of butterfly rearing. Zane B. Greathouse
Token of Appreciation
Presented to Nigel Venters, 2011
Nigel:
The International Butterfly Breeders Association Board of Directors, on behalf of the entire membership, expresses gratitude and appreciation to Nigel Venters for special assistance in 2011 to reverse federal policies in three States, resulting in increased business for butterfly farmers.
In addition, the board also expresses gratitude for the thousands of posts, public and private, butterfly education / mentoring most generously shared over the past 12 years. This generosity has helped build an industry, brought knowledge to new businesses, and helped us thrive.
Thank you Nigel Venters!
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The 2011 IBBA Board of Directors
In 2011 the Board of Directors of the IBBA sent a small token of our appreciation to Nigel Venters for his dedication and assistance offered to our industry and members.
 Dr. Bruce Walsh
Token of Appreciation
Presented to Dr. Bruce Walsh, 2011
Dr. Bruce Walsh:
The International Butterfly Breeders Association Board of Directors on behalf of the entire membership expresses gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Bruce Walsh for lending special assistance in 2011 to reverse federal policies in three states, resulting in increased business for butterfly farmers.
We do greatly value your willingness to share scientific information that directly influenced policy makers on state and federal levels.
Thank you, Dr. Bruce Walsh, from the butterfly farmers!
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The 2011 IBBA Board of Directors
In 2011 the Board of Directors of the IBBA sent a small token of our appreciation to Dr. Walsh for his dedication and assistance offered to our industry and members.
 Kathleen Ziemer
Special Angel Award, 2003.
Kathleen Ziemer was presented with IBBA Special Angel Awards at the 2003 IBBA Annual Convention.
Kathleen received her Special Angel Award for her efforts on the convention planning.
 Lifetime Honorary Award
Awarded to Kathleen Ziemer, March 2011
The Board of Directors of the International Butterfly BreedeRs Association are pleased to announce that at the Board Meeting held March 21, 2011, Kathleen Ziemer of Butterfliz of Iowa was granted an Honourary Lifetime Membership in thanks for her dedicated service to the International Butterfly Breeders Association.
Kathleen was one of the IBBA's first members and has been a strong supporter of the association in the years that followed. She has served as an officer of the IBBA as Secretary and on the board of directors for a number of years. Along with her volunteer efforts on the board she has organized work shops and conventions. Kathleen: Thank you for your knowledge, your willingness to share, your tireless effort, your winning smile, and your straight talk attitude!
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