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WFEA Awards, Shanna Paxton Photography
WFEA Awards, Shanna Paxton Photography
Farmer John, , Shanna Paxton Photography

Rising
Star

Presented by Bellevue Lighting

Criteria for Rising Star of the Year:

  • The Rising Star Award is intended to recognize an emerging leader in the field of Festivals and Events.

  • The Rising Stars Award is about celebrating and recognizing the achievements of those at the beginning of their career in the sector – shining a spotlight on their success.

2026 Rising Star of the Year

JD Davis
Wayoutkids, Tacoma Juneteenth

Kristina Paquette
Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce

Past Award Winners:

  • Farmer John, Whitehorse Musicians Guild (2025)

  • Ashley Young, Tacoma Venues & Events (2024)

  • Deci Evans, Kind + Co Events, LLC (2023)

  • Riley Stockton, Spokane Hoopfest (2022)

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