AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE

Michael Altenberg Leadership Award

In honor of those individuals who have demonstrated exceptional foresight, fortitude and dedication to the NRO’s mission. The recipient sets a standard of patronage, volunteerism and financial support that few have achieved.

Libby Bortz

Libby was introduced to the National Repertory Orchestra by her late husband, Michael Altenberg. His love, appreciation, and investment in the NRO was contagious. With Libby’s exposure to the Orchestra, her respect and love developed for the NRO and so did her dedication.

Libby served on the NRO board for 14 years and remains active with the Orchestra as a Sustainer, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee member, while also serving on the Front Range Performance committee.

Robin Hadley Philanthropy Award

In recognition of the unparalleled financial support of the NRO and other arts and cultural organizations in Summit County.

Barbara and Jim Calvin Barbara and Jim Calvin have been nurturing several addictions for several years; helping the upcoming musicians of the National Repertory Orchestra, participating as much as possible in the lives of their 5 grandchildren, and traveling the world.

For the last 15 years their summers have been spent being the heart and soul of the Community Link program of the NRO, which tied them to Summit County for most of the spring and summer. This year they are making up for lost time and are traveling like crazy! They will slide into the "home plate" of Breckenridge just as the NRO begins making wonderful music.

Barbara currently serves on the Board of Trustees and Trustee Affairs Committee. Jim was Chair of the Endowment Committee and is now a member of the Finance Committee.

Outstanding Community Service Award

Given annually to an individual, couple or organization that demonstrates long-term exemplary support, not only of the NRO but many Summit County non-profit organizations.

Outstanding Volunteer Of The Year Award

In recognition of outstanding service, dedication and support of the NRO.

Gerry Fricke

Gerry Fricke is in finance and personal computer software. He has been a part of the National Repertory Orchestra community for over 20 years after he and his family built a second home in Keystone in 1980. They became fans of the NRO during its residency there in 1986, well before the organization moved to Breckenridge.

Gerry has served on the Board of Trustees and as a volunteer accountant for four years. He is a vital member of the Finance Committee and remains dedicated to the orchestra as a Sustainer. He now lives in a retirement community in Highlands Ranch.