North Carolina: APNC executive receives Anne Doolen Visionary Award
Sara Howe has been with the APNC since 2023.
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- The executive was recognized for her leadership and advocacy
- Howe said several people contributed to the impact the APNC is making across the state
The Alcohol/Drug Council of NC recently presented Addiction Professionals of North Carolina (APNC) CEO Sara Howe with this year’s Anne Doolen Visionary Award.
This award honors her advocacy, leadership and impact in the addiction behavioral service landscape across the state of North Carolina, the APNC said.
Howe thanked several people for this honor.
She said, “This award is not for me as an individual. It belongs to the entire APNC team — the people who show up every day with heart, grit and purpose to strengthen communities, expand prevention and improve the health and well-being of all North Carolinians.
“From the moment I arrived, North Carolina has felt like home. This state — its people, its spirit, its sense of community — captured my heart. Even when we challenge the status quo or push for change, we do it from a place of love — love for our people, our communities and the belief that we can always do better for them.”
Good to know: Howe joined the APNC two years ago
Since then, she has taken a leading role in the organization. Throughout her time with the APNC, Howe has expanded recovery support, strengthened its prevention infrastructure and has launched the Center of Excellence for Gambling Addiction Policy & Practice and the Professional Development Center.
Alcohol/Drug Council of NC Director Darryl Hubbard commented, “Sara brings the same spirit of vision and compassion that Anne Doolen modeled throughout her life.
“Her leadership continues to elevate the field and ensure that the voices of those impacted by addiction are heard, respected and represented.”
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