The scholarship committee for the Workplace Solutions Association (WSA), Powered by ISSA, is proud to unveil the recipients of the 2024 WSA scholarships. The committee, chaired by WSA board member Robin King, former owner of Schwegman Office Supply, awarded a total of US$50,000 to students pursuing higher education.

Established more than 50 years ago by the WSA, the annual scholarship program has awarded nearly $3 million in scholarships to deserving families of office products and office furniture dealers and is supported entirely through individual and member contributions.

“WSA is very proud to announce this year’s class of scholarship recipients,” said WSA President Charlie Kennedy. “Each recipient has demonstrated outstanding academic achievements, remarkable leadership qualities, and unwavering motivation. We are happy to support the continuing educational journey of our industry’s next generation of professionals.”

This year’s top scholarship recipients, recognized for their exceptional accomplishments, are as follows:

Additionally, the committee announced that the recipient of the George A. Thompson Award, accompanied by a $3,000 scholarship, is Aimeé Vega, representing Essendant.

The annual award, named in memory of George A. Thompson, is presented to an exceptional applicant who not only excels academically but also dedicates their time and effort to community service and assisting those in need.

The winners of the $2,000 scholarship awards include:

• Henry Clark, Innovative Office Solutions
• Sutton Clayton, Kennedy Office
• Robert Elm, Eakes Office Solutions
• Keira Fitzgerald, Newtown Office Supply
• William Hunsinger, CMF Business Supplies
• Mya Johnson, Kennedy Office Supply
• Makenna Kilpatrick, S.P. Richards
• Lexi Nichols, Innovative Office Solutions
• Aspen Thede, Storey Kenworthy
• Emily Wham, Greenville Office Supply
• Clara Young, On Time Supplies.

The WSA educational scholarship committee and the WSA commend all the winners for their remarkable achievements and look forward to witnessing their continued growth and success. These talented individuals serve as inspirations to future generations, embodying the spirit of excellence, compassion, and leadership. For more information about WSA and its initiatives, please visit www.wsassociation.org.

About WSA
The Workplace Solutions Association (WSA), Powered by ISSA, was formed in 1904 and has more than 500 members consisting of office products and furniture dealers, manufacturers, wholesalers, manufacturer representatives, and industry service providers across the United States. WSA provides independent office products and furniture dealers with the information, knowledge, and tools they need to help them be successful in today’s ever-evolving business environment. For more information about WSA, visit wsa.issa.com.