Dr. Alvetta Peterman Thomas (center), president of Atlanta Technical College and the Atlanta Technical College Foundation honored these leaders at the 10th Anniversary Bridge Builders Awards. These individuals and companies have bridged the gap between the underserved and community resources. Honored at the 2011 Bridge Builders are (l-r) Tad Hutcheson, vice president of marketing and sales, AirTran Airways; Michael Russell, CEO, H.J. Russell and Company; Brenda Reid, media and community relations manager, Publix; and Dennis Boyden, regional manager, external affairs, AT&T. The event was held at the 755 Club. –brenda hull