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The Peabody Companies’ CEO Fish-Will receives Distinguished Leadership Award from JALSA

Karen Fish-Will

Braintree, MA According to The Peabody Companies, principal and CEO Karen Fish-Will was honored with the Distinguished Leadership Award from the Jewish Alliance for Law and Social Action (JALSA).

Fish-Will, a Hingham resident, was presented with the award at the organization’s annual meeting and 20th anniversary celebration, which was held on June 16th. She was honored as “a leader in the real estate industry, with a commitment to community, service, and high-quality affordable housing.”

JALSA was established in 2001 and is devoted to engaging the community in promoting civil rights, protecting civil liberties, and achieving social, economic, environmental and racial justice.

“I am so honored to receive this award,” said Fish-Will. “This organization is near to my heart, and its mission is one that I believe in deeply. I am so grateful for this recognition, and look forward to continuing my commitment to the goals of JALSA.”

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