Celebrating the 2026 Impact Forum Award Honorees

The 2026 Penn State Impact Forum brought together leaders from across education, business, philanthropy, workforce development and the community to explore how partnerships and ideas can create greater opportunity.

Throughout the two-day conference in Philadelphia, the Impact Forum recognized five leaders whose work reflects that spirit through the Leaders of Impact Awards and the Susan Wojcicki Legacy Empowerment Award.

2026 Leaders of Impact Awards

The Leaders of Impact Awards recognize individuals whose leadership, service and commitment to opportunity are making a meaningful difference in their organizations and communities.

Charlotte Dungan
Chief Learning Officer, Mark Cuban Foundation

Charlotte Dungan was recognized for her leadership in expanding opportunities for young people through education and technology. As Chief Learning Officer of the Mark Cuban Foundation, Dungan helps lead efforts focused on preparing students for an increasingly technology-driven future.

Shane White
Director, Compliance, Integra LifeSciences

Shane White was recognized for his leadership and contributions to workforce development and opportunity. Through his work at Integra LifeSciences, White brings a focus on developing people and building pathways for individuals to grow and succeed.

John New
CEO and Founder, WorkMerk and 98 Octane

John New was recognized for his work connecting people, organizations and opportunity through workforce and business innovation. As founder and CEO of WorkMerk and 98 Octane, New works at the intersection of talent, technology and economic opportunity.

Tonya Johnson
Vice President, The Michael Ann & Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation

Tonya Johnson was recognized for her leadership and commitment to creating opportunities for young people and families. Through her work with the Michael Ann & Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation, Johnson helps advance initiatives designed to support communities and empower the next generation.

Johnson's award was presented by Rachael Pritzker, CEO and Founder of Pritzker Law Group and a board member of the Michael Ann & Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation, and her son, Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles running back and president of the Michael Ann & Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation.

Barkley, a Penn State alumnus, joined Pritzker on stage to introduce his mother.

2026 Susan Wojcicki Legacy Empowerment Award

The Susan Wojcicki Legacy Empowerment Award recognizes a leader whose work reflects a commitment to empowering others, creating opportunity and making an enduring impact.

Rachael Pritzker
CEO & Founder, Pritzker Law Group; Board Member, Michael Ann & Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation

Rachael Pritzker received the 2026 Susan Wojcicki Legacy Empowerment Award in recognition of her leadership and commitment to creating opportunities for others.

As CEO and Founder of Pritzker Law Group and a board member of the Michael Ann & Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation, Pritzker brings her leadership, legal expertise and philanthropic efforts together in support of individuals and communities.

Recognizing leadership that creates opportunity

The 2026 award recipients represent different sectors, organizations and areas of expertise, but their work shares a common thread: a commitment to creating opportunity and helping others move forward.

Their recognition at the Impact Forum reflects the conference's broader focus on the partnerships, people and ideas shaping the future of workforce development, education and communities.

Congratulations to all of the 2026 Impact Forum award recipients.