The 7th Annual Gini Awards

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Named in honor of our founder, Mrs. Virginia “Gini” Brown, the Gini Awards recognize orthodontic providers, volunteers and individuals who have gone above and beyond to inspire hope, raise self-esteem and help change the lives of children across North America.

An awards ceremony and reception will be held on Friday, October 20, 2017, 5:30-7:30 PM at The Carriage Club in Kansas City, MO.

In recognition of their outstanding service to children’s oral health, the following individuals and organizations were selected as honorees for the 6th Annual Gini Awards.

7th Annual Gini Award Honorees

Distinguished Service Award

Dr Steve Litton

Orthodontic Providers

Dr Kevin Ensley
Dr Thomas Kadar
Dr Kurt Kavanaugh
Dr Jay Oltjen
Dr Teijy Thomas
Dr Steven Tottori
Dr Kerry White Brown
Toombs – outstanding ortho office staff

Community Partners

American Ortho
Dr. Lisa Thurlow
Jones Foundation

7th Annual Gini Award Sponsors

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