Best of Katnip Awards

While the Akatemy is on hiatus, please enjoy this look at some of our previous Katnip winners from the first 2 months.

The Women

MVP Award
We could write an entire blog about why we admire this person. Heads up her own dynamo PR firm. Adored by many. Turns followers into friends. A genuine, caring soul. Smart, shares great content, and infinitely engaging. Did we mention the best laugh we’ve ever heard on twitter? The true queen of the Twitterverse, and a very benevolent ruler.
@ginidietrich

Highly Infectious Award
Upbeat without being rah-rah. Human. Sincere. Helpful. And great at introducing and connecting wonderful people. If there was a cure for her, I would advise against it. Since she won her Katnip, our love for her has grown and grown. Her inspiring Love, Staci is one reason why.
@StaciJShelton

Life of the Party Award
“Who is this chick we keep seeing retweeted?” we wondered. She’s everywhere. Passionista about art, music, film, design, comedy – fun! Also A++ for giving shout-outs, connecting people, spreading the credit & love. If this is a #worldwiderave, she is hands-down the leader. Watch how one RT from her goes round the globe.
@Kim


Treasure Hunter Award
Looking for a wealth of great web and design tips, plus just great social media links on a daily basis? This is your girl. If we had $1 for every gem she’s uncovered, we could retire and tweet about the good life. A generous giver and connector, too.
@mistygirlph


Best Tweet That Wasn’t a Tweet
And that’s only because she’s been blogging 140 char. before there was a Twitter. She's witty, warm, heart of gold. Check this out and know why so many wouldn't dream of missing @amyflanagan


Alpha Centauri Award
Definitely one of the brightest and fastest rising stars here, her enthusiasm for social media is unparalleled. So is her genuine willingness to share what she knows and help others – including businesses and newbies – find their way in the Twitterverse.
@lisahickey


Living Boldly Award
Gutsy brand strategist who this week, instead of curling up in a ball while awaiting cancer test results, wrote this. We love her for it, and so much more.
@SueSpaight


Cheerful Giver Award
Totally interested in others. In being the light -- not grabbing the spotlight. Her tweets always spread good vibes. Plus we think she’s onto something with her techniques for boosting natural energy, weight loss, body sculpting and more.
@ZnaTrainer