[FAIRFAX, VA]-May 23, 2012-Celebrate Fairfax, Inc. is privileged to announce the 2012 Lords and Ladies Fairfax. The tradition of honoring Lords and Ladies Fairfax began in 1984 as a unique way to recognize exceptional citizens of Fairfax County. Each year, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors selects two people from each district who have demonstrated superior volunteer service, heroism, or other special accomplishments to receive the award. The Lords and Ladies will be honored at a special dinner hosted by Great American Restaurants, Celebrate Fairfax, Inc., and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, on Tuesday, June 5, 2012. They will also be presented by the Board during their meeting at the Fairfax County Government Center.

An Honor to Professional Women in the Washington, D.C. Area Technology Community for their Extraordinary Leadership, Vision, and Talent

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If one were to work an average of 8 hours a day, 5 days per week, from the age of 18 to the age of 65, one would spend over 90,000 hours of their lifetime in the workplace. For Kathy Albarado, President and CEO of Helios HR, that’s 90,000 hours of potential. While many employees across America find themselves begrudgingly sitting down at their desks each morning and eager to leave when the clock strikes five o’clock, Kathy has dedicated her life and energy to the transformative power of corporate culture. “My personal passion has always been to make an impact through the creation of a corporate culture in which an employee’s life is not checked at the door, but is rather enriched and enjoyed within the walls of their workplace,” she explains. “When you can create a place that people love to be a part of, that enthusiasm spills over into the community.”

Human Capital Management Solutions Provider Recognized by Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce for Exceptional Corporate Social Responsibility

Award Honors the Washington-area Business’ Best Practices in Employee Development