2026 Awards
Dr. David Powell Lifetime of Service Award
Sponsored by OPUS EHR
Dr. David Powell, developer of the first clinical supervision model for SUD professionals and former member of the CCB Board of Directors, who spent his entire career in service to others. The creation of this award was supported by David's family who presented it to our first winner, Patricia Rehmer.
The Kathleen Whelan-Ulm Women's Leadership Award
Sponsored by McCall Behavioral Health Network
Kathleen Whelan-Ulm, one time President of the Board of Directors of the CCB, was one of the first women to hold a senior management position in behavioral health in our state. This annual award recognizes women in don't simply hold leadership roles, but who are leaders in the true sense of the word. Our honorees exhibit Kathy's spirit, drive and commitment to our industry.
Sponsor: McCall Behavioral Health Network
Maria Coutant Skinner,
Torrington, CT
Kathleen Whelan-Ulm
10/5/46 - 11/6/23
Board member & President (2 terms) of the CCB
The Joseph Sullivan Young Professional Award
Sponsored by Larry Mayer, LCSW
Joe Sullivan was the long time President/CEO of MCCA in Danbury and longtime Board Member and Treasurer of the CCB, He was a true visionary who grew MCCA from a small, two-room agency to one of the most respected nonprofit substance abuse providers in the state. This award honors his legacy of always keeping an eye to the future of the industry (and, well, also because he loved the Boston Red Sox!)
Sponsor: Larry Mayer, LCSW, AADC, CCDP-D, CCS
Longtime CCB Treasurer
Rocky Hill, CT
Joseph Sullivan
6/9/44 - 7/10/18
Board Member & Treasurer (2 terms) of the CCB
CCB President's Award
The President's Award is a prestigious recognition given by the CCB to honor outstanding achievements in substance use disorder and/or mental health disorder care within our statewide community.
Laura Joseph
Mental Health Advocate/Physical Health Coach
The CCB is proud to sponsor this award
June 11, 2026
Ebony Wilson
CCB President
2025 Award Winners
A look back at those we celebrated last year