NAWBO-OC 2025 Remarkable Women Awards Nominations

Nominate yourself or another entrepreneur for NAWBO-OC's Remarkable Women Awards and celebrate the incredible achievements of women business leaders in our community. This prestigious awards ceremony honors women who have broken barriers, elevated their industries, and inspired others through resilience and determination. Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize a remarkable woman—submit your nomination today!

Award Categories

Business Woman of the Year: This award recognizes a woman business owner who has maintained a majority share in her company for at least five years and has successfully navigated a period of growth or transition. The recipient demonstrates exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and community engagement, setting a high standard for business excellence.

 

Business Advocate of the Year: This award honors a woman or nonprofit organization that has made significant contributions to advancing women entrepreneurs. Whether through advocacy, mentorship, or community initiatives, the recipient has driven measurable progress toward creating a more inclusive business landscape at the local, national, or global level.

 

Lifetime Achievement Award: This prestigious award is presented to a woman who has held a majority stake in one or more businesses for over 15 years. It celebrates her enduring success, visionary leadership, and long-term contributions to the business community, along with her dedication to mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs.

 

Innovation Award: This award celebrates a woman who has pioneered innovative solutions and led by example. Recognized for her creative problem-solving and forward-thinking approach, the recipient inspires others to push boundaries and drive meaningful progress within her industry.

Award Process:

 

• All nominees must confirm their nomination by agreeing to attend the awards ceremony in person  Tickets can be purchased here

• All nominees will be featured digitally before and during the event, with winners announced at the ceremony.

• If you wish to nominate more than one woman, please submit a separate nomination for each candidate.