The Carl Nowell Leadership Award honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, vision, and commitment in the field of substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery.
Named in recognition of Carl Nowell’s legacy of service and leadership, this award celebrates those who exemplify dedication, persistence, and collaborative spirit in advancing effective programs and systems of care. Recipients are leaders who inspire others, value teamwork, and consistently work to improve outcomes for individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use disorders.
Presented annually at the ASADS Conference, the Carl Nowell Leadership Award represents one of ASADS’ highest honors, recognizing individuals whose influence and service create lasting, positive change across Alabama’s prevention and recovery landscape.
Prior Awardees
2024 – Dr. Karen Marlow
2023 – Pamela Butler
2022 – Dr. Darlene Traffanstedt
2021 – Chris Retan
2020 – Carol Potok
2019 – Gwen Thomas LeBlanc
2018 – Sarah Harkless
2017 – Patrick Tidwell
2016 – Foster Cook
2015 – Richard Bonds
2014 – Theodore Mitchell
2013 – Kathy House
2012 – Callie Dietz
2011 – Kent Hunt
2010 – Susan Reid
2009 – Elana Merriweather
2008 – Carl Nowell
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