Doreen Lindsay

Doreen Lindsay of Sharon, Mass., was honored as a 2008 YMCA Black Achiever during the Boston chapter of the association’s 33rd Annual Black Achievers Recognition Gala last month.

A national program of the YMCA USA now operating in more than 100 local chapters across the country, the first Black Achievers began in 1971 in Harlem, N.Y. Four years later, the YMCA of Greater Boston launched its own program to recognize black employees of local businesses who, in partnership with their employers, commit time and talents to the development of young people and have achieved exemplary success in their professional lives.

Lindsay exemplifies those characteristics. As an administrative manager at Boston Medical Center (BMC), she manages the hospital’s pharmacy department and is responsible for the department’s operations, including recruitment, staff retention and relations, process improvements and strategic planning, while providing quality patient-focused pharmacy services.

By accepting the award, Lindsay committed to perform a minimum of 40 hours of community service on behalf of youth.

Boston Medical Center has been a proud sponsor and supporter of the YMCA’s Black Achievers Program for the past 11 years. To date, 19 BMC employees have been selected to participate in the program.

“These dedicated professionals have provided educational, career and leadership advice to young girls and boys within Boston and the surrounding communities,” said Barbara Catchings, director of human resources employment and employee relations at BMC. “In keeping with Boston Medical Center’s mission and commitment to diversity, we also recognize and applaud employees who strive to enrich the lives of those in the community we serve.”