The Assiniboine College Alumni Association is celebrating four remarkable individuals whose leadership, commitment to education, and community impact have earned them recognition through the 2026 Alumni Awards.
This year’s recipients include Kevin Bailey, Distinguished Alumni Award; Sydney Huston, One to Watch Alumni Award; and Brandy Robertson and Rich Little, who will each receive the Excellence in Education Award.
“These recipients exemplify leadership, innovation, service, and a commitment to helping others succeed,” said Theresa Elton, Chairperson of the Alumni Association. “Each of these award recipients demonstrates the profound and lasting impact of an Assiniboine education.”
Kevin Bailey, a 1985 Business Administration graduate, is being recognized for a successful 36-year career in the insurance industry and his ongoing volunteer leadership. Since retiring, Bailey has continued contributing to his community through organizations including United Way Westman and the Assiniboine College Alumni Association Board.
Kevin Bailey. (Photo credit: Assiniboine College)
Sydney Huston, a 2024 Media and Communications graduate, has quickly emerged as a rising professional in Manitoba’s business sector. Now an account executive with Winnipeg-based technology company Taiv, Huston credits Assiniboine with helping her discover her strengths in communication, leadership, and collaboration.
Sydney Houston. (Photo credit: Assiniboine College)
Brandy Robertson, a 2004 Business Administration graduate, has spent more than 20 years supporting student success through advising, teaching, and leadership roles in post-secondary education. She currently serves as a Student Success Advisor at Assiniboine.
Brandy Robertson. (Photo credit: Assiniboine College)
Rich Little, a business instructor since 2011, is recognized for his innovative teaching methods and leadership in experiential learning. His student-centered approach has earned national recognition, including the 2022 ACBSP Teaching Excellence Award for Canada.
Rich Little. (Photo credit Assiniboine College)
The recipients will be honoured at the Assiniboine Advancement Dinner on November 19 at The Backyard on Aberdeen. Tickets and event information are available at assiniboine.net/alumniawards.
