Shine Nomination
Do you know someone who shines?
You can nominate someone from our local communities for a ☀️We Think You Shine Award☀️ by filling out the form at the bottom of this page!
What is the ‘We Think You Shine’ Award?
In a world filled with negativity, the Shine Realty firm wants to use our voices to lift up others.
By highlighting the good things people are doing via the “We Think You Shine” award, we hope to get back to the heart of what it means to be a true community – its people.
Most Recent ‘We Think You Shine’ Award Recipient
Shine Realty broker/owner, realtors, and staff were excited to give the 2024 ‘We Think You Shine’ award.
Our recipient this time?
Natalie Popp. 🎉👸
Natalie is a current Junior at Lakeside Lutheran. She currently holds the title of Miss Madison Teen, and she is also the author of a children’s book!
Get to know a little about who Natalie is by watching the video below.
Earlier this year, Natalie wrote the children’s book, Lew for the Red, White, and Blue, after meeting 3-time veteran, Dr. Lew Harned. They met while volunteering at a local food pantry, and after hearing some of his stories, Natalie wanted to honor his service to our country and ensure veterans like Lew will never be forgotten. ❤️🤍💙
Natalie even came to Storytime with Shine Realty to read her book to local families and help them create cards for Veteran’s Day. Watch some highlights below!
Natalie is passionate about serving veterans, and we are so thankful for the work she has done in our community! We are honored to know her! ☀️
For more information and to purchase Lew For the Red, White, and Blue visit neverforgottenbooks.com.
This story was recently covered in local news.
Keep Shining, Natalie!
Past Award Recipients
We were excited to present TWO “We Think You Shine” awards recently to the very deserving Jenny Krauklis & Melinda Perez!
Jenny Krauklis was nominated by Michelle Taylor.
“Despite her busy schedule as a teacher, mom, and state-champion volleyball coach, Jenny still finds time to volunteer as a basketball and softball coach for elementary-aged girls. Her dedication to teaching sportsmanship and skills to the girls is truly inspiring. Jenny goes above and beyond by running the breakfast club at the high school, ensuring that every student in need has access to food before school.”
Keep Shining, Jenny!
Melinda Perez was nominated by Mary Novak and Jen Pinnow for her outstanding work in the Jefferson community.
“As owner of No-XQz, LLC, Melinda specializes in home and office organization, fine art, jewelry, and home décor. Melinda’s professional skills and creativity make her a dynamic volunteer. She actively serves as a Jefferson Chamber of Commerce Ambassador, Friends of Goat Island President, Cub Scouts Den Leader, and East Elementary PTO Member.
These nominations were highlighted by the Watertown Daily Times and Daily Jefferson County Union.
Keep Shining, Melinda!
Becca Lauber was nominated by her husband, Steve Lauber
for being a caring mother, wonderful nurse, and loving wife who is always putting others first before her needs.❤️
Becca is a caring mother to Trey and Ella, loving wife of Steve, and wonderful nurse to many. She expresses her servant heart both professionally and personally. As a registered nurse and private caregiver, she provides in-home care to individuals. For years, Becca was the lead dance teacher at Rock Lake Activity Center teaching rhythm and grace to young people throughout Lake Mills.
-Adriane Stuebs and the Shine Realty Team
Keep Shining, Becca!
This nomination was highlighted in the Watertown Daily Times.
Gabbie Zastrow was nominated by Cortney Zehren
Gabbie was nominated because of her servant-minded ways in how she lives her life. She just stepped in to help St Paul Lutheran in Lake Mills when their 4th grade teacher had to move suddenly due to her new husband’s service duties. Gabbie always steps up to help and the students in her classroom could not have been more excited to see their teacher receive this award. May God bless you Gabbie! Thanks for making such a difference wherever you go with how you shine!
-Adriane Stuebs and the Shine Realty team
Nominate Someone for the ‘We Think You Shine’ Award
We love recognizing people whose amazing service to others may get overlooked.
Please share the person you’re nominating and why, as well as contact information. If your nomination is selected, we may contact you to gather more information.
Twice per year, the Shine team considers all nominations and treats someone to special recognition for their selfless service! ☀️