The founder of Delia is well recognized not only by Lodz’s business community, but also in various charity and educational organizations. Józef Szmich’s exceptional involvement in numerous projects resulted in granting him an extraordinary distinction – the “Wings of the Imagination” statuette.

According to many educators, scientists and teachers, the titles granted by LODZ SUMMARY OF INNOVATIVE MOVEMENT IN EDUCATION are a unique undertaking in Poland,allowing to present creative people, who implement valuable teaching models into educational practice. In the finals of each school year, there is a presentation of outstanding scientists and educators, authors of programs of methodological, organizational and scientific innovation who, as a result of the competitions signed, received the titles of “Ambassadors of Innovative Ideas and Pedagogical Practices”, “Masters of Education”, “Leaders in Education” and “Teachers of Innovators”.

Such titles have been won so far by, among others: Professor Jerzy Bralczyk, Professor Jan Miodek, actress Anna Dymna, the reverend Kazimierz Tischner and distinguished professors of pedagogics, social activists, school innovators, creative directors and innovative employers. Now the founder of Delia has joined this impressive group.