As one of the NRWA’s original founders, Vivian Belen was extraordinary. A dedicated volunteer, she helped build the NRWA from the ground up and firmly believed in our mission as a nonprofit, member-driven organization for resume writers.

To honor Vivian’s selfless commitment to the NRWA and recognize other volunteers who have followed in her footsteps, the NRWA created the Vivian Belen Award. Past Belen Award recipients exemplify everything she believed in:

• Adherence to the Code of Ethics she helped to create.
• Commitment to fairness and integrity.
• Advancement of the NRWA's mission to mentor and educate.

Our 2024 NRWA Vivian Belen Award winner is Robert Rosales! 

Rob (as we affectionately call him) has not only tended to his numerous duties as Immediate Past President, but he has also volunteered to take over as Treasurer for 2025, and he has kept our marketing efforts running while we recruited a new Marketing Chair. Rob also leads the charge for our Membership and Organizational Restructuring Taskforces. Plus, Rob’s insights have been valuable to our Public Image and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committees. This is in addition to his contributions to our monthly newsletter and Member Forum on Facebook. Rob’s strategic mindset, selfless volunteerism, and member-centered leadership has impacted our organization and beyond. 

We would like to congratulate Rob on earning this honor!