20th Annual Barrier Breaker Awards Luncheon

Career and Recovery Resources, Inc. (CRR), a nonprofit United Way agency that helps individuals identify and overcome barriers to employment, will recognize James and Marla Davis, and Darryl Montgomery at the 20th Annual Barrier Breaker Awards Luncheon . Cynthia Cisneros, VP Community Affairs with KTRK-Television Channel 13, and Spencer Tillman, Author and Lead Studio Analyst for CBS Sports College Football Today, will serve as Co-Emcees.

CRR hosts the annual Barrier Breaker Luncheon to honor local leaders and acknowledge several of the organization’s star clients who have overcome personal barriers in order to achieve success. The luncheon is the organization’s main fundraiser and all proceeds benefit CRR training and employment services, which include career counseling, job search preparation, services to veterans and to the hearing impaired, intensive case management and training for job placement and retention, and substance abuse treatment, prevention and education.

Luncheon honorees are Marla and James Davis, and Darryl Montgomery. Marla and James Davis have dedicated their lives to empowering the Houston community through their outstanding leadership, advocacy and civic activities. Mr. Davis serves as the president of Gulfgate Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep Dealership. His wife, Marla Davis, is a retired human resource executive known for her calm approach and organizational skills while handling complex issues. This year’s corporate honoree is Darryl Montgomery, the regional president of Wells Fargo of Houston. Montgomery was instrumental in leading the recovery efforts for thousands of Wells Fargo employees and customers affected by Hurricane Katrina. Star Clients of Career and Recovery Resources, Inc. to be honored at the luncheon.

Sponsorship levels are: Underwriter at $25,000, Major Sponsor at $15,000, Sponsor at $10,000, Major Supporter at $5,000, VIP Table at $2,500 and Table at $2,000. To ensure reserved seating and best media coverage, reservations should be made by Monday, June 13, 2016. Please call (713) 754-7082 or (713) 754-7080 for reservations or inquiries.