BBB Serving Dayton & Miami Valley Announces The Winners Of Its 2025 Spark Awards
DAYTON, OHIO, April 4, 2025- Better Business Bureau serving Dayton and Miami Valley will be presenting its seventh annual Spark Awards at the Torch Awards for Ethics on Tuesday, May 13 at the David H. Ponitz Sinclair Center. The Spark Awards, an Award for Entrepreneurship, recognizes business owners 35 and under or business owners of any age operating for less than three years, who demonstrate a higher level of character, generating a culture that’s authentic about its mission and connects with community.
The last member of our Spark Award class of 2025 is Turtle Up. Turtle Up focuses on education, conservation and community transformation. At Turtle Up, community means Dayton and the region, the nation and the world, with a focus on Ghana. Through her leadership position, Corinne Brion, founder of Turtle Up, has found that true leadership is about supporting others with patience, care and humility. At Turtle Up, trust is the foundation of everything they do. From conservation efforts to educational partnerships, Turtle Up recognizes its impact depends on the strength of its relationships—with students, educators, community members and partners across Dayton and Ghana. Establishing a culture of trust requires intentional communication, shared purpose and mutual respect and Turtle Up works diligently to foster these principles within the team. At Turtle Up, giving back is the heart of its mission. They work hard to create opportunities for learning, leadership and sustainability in the communities they serve. Turtle Up has created scholarship programs, hands-on learning opportunities, STEAM curriculum, internships and
research opportunities, and plastic recycling initiatives across both the Dayton region and Ghana. Corinne Brion, founder of Turtle Up, says, “At Turtle Up, giving back is not a one-time effort—it is embedded in everything we do. Whether through education, conservation, leadership development or community partnerships, we are committed to reinvesting our time, talents and resources to uplift the communities we serve. As we continue to grow, we remain dedicated to fostering a culture of service, sustainability and ethical leadership.” John North, president and CEO of the BBB serving Dayton and the Miami Valley, shares, “We are honored to recognize our Spark Award Class of 2025. This diverse group of leaders embody and cultivate character, culture and community. We look forward to watching their growth and success in the years to come.”