The 29th Annual NAWBO OWL Gala is set for March 8, 2025 and it is once again time for us to hear from our community on who should be recognized. We would appreciate your feedback on who you feel are worthy nominees. Below are the categories including details of the qualifications for nominees.  

We want to hear from you! The deadline for nominations is November 25, 2024  

You may nominate more than one person. Please submit separate nominations for each nominee.  

Achievement Against All Odds Award: A business woman who has overcome any obstacles ie: financial hardship, health issues etc to continue in their business and succeed. 

Executive Woman Award: This nominee must be an employee at the executive level of a company or corporation cannot have ownership interest in the company and must be very involved in the community. 

Vision Award: A non-profit executive that has been a guiding force in making changes for women in our community. 

Wise Woman Award: A woman business owner in business for minimum of 10 years, must hold 51% or more ownership, has demonstrated longevity in their industry and staying power. An inspiration and motivation for new business owners. 

Woman Innovator Award: A woman who has demonstrated exceptional innovation and leadership in their respective fields along with significant contributions through creativity, ingenuity, and groundbreaking solutions. A woman who is a pioneer in advancing their industry, who has overcome challenges and barriers, and exhibited resilience and excellence.

Woman on the Way Award: A woman in business less than five years showing promise and potential of longevity in their business, has already shown profit, rapid growth, or potential for continual growth. 

If you have a letter of recommendation you would like to include, please share that directly with [email protected] 

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