PRESIDENT JOSEPH R. BIDEN 2023 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RECIPIENT: Dayton, Ohio Philanthropist Dr. Phyllis D. Combs christened with a national honor

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REAPING NATIONAL HONORS

**AUTHOR OF SUCCESS —** *Longtime Ohio philanthropist Dr. Phyliss D. Combs was recently named a recipient for The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award during a ceremony at the Chateau Elan in Braselton, Georgia.*

Another season, another massive step towards her destiny.

That, by all accounts, is how Dr. Phyllis D. Combs essentially summed up her latest milestone, one that suitably thrust her on a platform, where she became the beneficiary of national recognition.

The Dayton, Ohio-based philanthropist was recently named a recipient for The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award during a ceremony at the Chateau Elan in Braselton, Georgia.

Generally, The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award is widely considered one of the highest honors presented to individuals who have overcome significant obstacles to achieve impressive accomplishments, thus dedicated their lives to advocating for the most vulnerable among humanity and acted with bravery to drive change in their communities — and across the world — while blazing trails for generations to come.

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**FULFILLING HER DESTINY —** “As a graduate of T.I.U.A School of Business and recipient of the 2023 Biden Presidential Award, I have been compelled to strive for excellence as I move forward in my career endeavors,” Dr. Combs told Making Headline News .

An honor she received in large part because of her community service contributions, Dr. Combs emphasized, among other things, she doesn’t take lightly the notion that her latest milestone has ceremoniously thrust her into some elite company.

“Receiving the Presidential Lifetime Award was an honor that recognized my lifetime achievements in education, leadership, administration, and authorship,” Dr. Combs told Making Headline News during a recent interview. “The podcast interview allowed me to share the history and motivation of the books.”

When asked how she plans to use her latest milestone to help make a positive difference in the lives of others, Dr. Combs said:

“This recognition has humbled me and motivated my life by strengthening my faith, foundation, and zeal to continue striving to help support others. My increased knowledge has led me to understand a greater need for mentoring and helping others to achieve their goals. I will continue to aid in the development of others to strive for perfection and achieve greatness.”

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**GRACING A NATIONAL STAGE —** Generally, The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award is widely considered one of the highest honors presented to individuals who have overcome significant obstacles to achieve impressive accomplishments, thus dedicated their lives to advocating for the most vulnerable among humanity and acted with bravery to drive change in their communities — and across the world — while blazing trails for generations to come.

A native of Dayton, Dr. Combs is a devoted wife and mother of two children. A graduate of Dayton’s John H. Patterson Cooperative High School, Dr. Combs subsequently enrolled at Bowling Green State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree while double majoring in Elementary and Special Education.

Interestingly enough, Dr. Combs would ultimately acquire a Master of Science Degree in Educational Administration and Supervision at the University of Dayton.

Also, she completed a curriculum at the Harvard University Graduate Educational Leadership Institute, as well as the T.I.U.A School of Business, which awarded her with the 2023 Biden Lifetime Presidential Award.

AND IT CAME TO PASS

**REAPING A HARVEST —** “Receiving the Presidential Lifetime Award was an honor that recognized my lifetime achievements in education, leadership, administration, and authorship,” Dr. Combs told MHN during a recent interview. “The podcast interview allowed me to share the history and motivation of the books.”

An accomplished author of seven children’s books — Ashley’s Journey: Who Am I, What Can I Be, How Do I Get There, Navigating High School, Going to College, Why Am I Angry? and Sisters — Dr. Combs has been “highly committed” to working with families and students who have disabilities in the community.

To her credit, she has become an advocate for students and their families by providing education, financial resources, community support, mentoring, and resources, particularly for students at risk.

A devoted of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Dr. Combs has and served on a variety of committees, most notably as voter registration, senior citizen outreach, mentoring school-age females, and feeding the homeless, among others.

“As a graduate of T.I.U.A School of Business and recipient of the 2023 Biden Presidential Award, I have been compelled to strive for excellence as I move forward in my career endeavors,” Dr. Combs told MHN.

For more information about Dayton, Ohio Philanthropist Dr. Phyllis D. Combs, to inquire about her books, schedule her for a book signing, public appearance, or speaking engagement, call 936.623.5113 connect with her via Facebook: Facebook-pdcombs8560.wixsite.com/author; YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/UnkCXwxcfEE?si=_CAWJxsOQ3JFO. Send email to [email protected].

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