For over 25 years, the Business Record has recognized women who have made outstanding contributions to the community in a variety of areas with the Women of Influence awards. Awards will be presented at a reception on Thursday, July 31.
The Women of Influence awards celebrate the work of women who have made a difference. They have devoted their lives to doing things most wouldn’t. They have spent countless hours on various boards and are role models with impeccable ethics. They have blazed a trail either personally or professionally for other women to follow.
The Women of Influence event will recognize Central Iowa women for their contributions in the public or private sector. Winners are chosen based on the impact they have made in their chosen field or for their contributions through civic and philanthropic organizations. This event will also award the Woman Business Owner of the Year and Emerging Woman of Influence.
Nominations
The Women of Influence awards celebrate the work of women who have made a difference either in their civic and philanthropic works or in their chosen fields.
The deadline for nominations is Friday, April 25 at noon. Awards will be presented at the event on Thursday, July 31.
We are accepting nominations for the following honors:
WOMEN OF INFLUENCE
JUDGING CRITERIA:
- Success in their chosen field.
- Lasting impact on the community.
- Involvement with civic and nonprofit organizations.
- Role model for other women through their achievements and ethical standards.
WOMAN BUSINESS OWNER OF THE YEAR
JUDGING CRITERIA:
- Significant achievement and success through their company.
- Personal and professional reputation showing high ethical standards.
- Investment in time mentoring others.
- Strong business community network connections.
- Education and professional experience.
- History of the company and impact individual has had on the organization.
EMERGING WOMAN OF INFLUENCE
JUDGING CRITERIA:
- Is successful in her chosen field.
- Has made significant contributions to the community through nonprofit, civic and philanthropic involvement.
- Has a personal and professional reputation showing high integrity and ethical standards.
- Continues to advance in her chosen field and/or is moving into further leadership positions in the community.
Women of Influence Event
Thursday, July 31 | Hilton Des Moines Downtown | Networking 4-5:15 p.m. | Program 5:15-7 p.m.
Corporate Table Information
With the purchase of a corporate table you and your business will be able to fully engage in recognizing the honorees and support this group’s accomplishments live in the room. Your company will also have an ad presence in the Business Record edition that features the honorees. Secure your corporate table sponsorship by June 27. There are a limited number of tables available.
Women of Influence Alum Award
This annual event, part of the FEARLESS annual event, provides the opportunity to connect exclusively with those who have received the honor of being named a Woman of Influence over the past 25 years and into the future. This gathering will also serve as our presentation of the Woman of Influence Alum of the Year award. The annual award will recognize one of our alum who has positively influenced individuals, organizations and/or the community in the past year.
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