Honoring women whose careers reflect a lifetime of visionary leadership, innovation, and profound impact.
What We’re Looking For
Visionary leadership and innovation
Lasting impact through work and leadership values
Role modeling and mentorship
Who Should Apply
Established leaders in the later stages of their career (typically 20+ years of experience)
Led transformative initiatives and shaped long-term industry progress
Challenged the status quo and championed creativity, equity, and bold thinking
Mentored and uplifted others, developing the next generation of leaders
Built a legacy of impact, with tangible contributions influencing their field, community, or society
Application Questions
Most answers have a 300-500 word maximum limit.
Leadership Impact
Describe your leadership role and how you inspire others in your organization, community, or industry.
What are your primary responsibilities and scope of influence?
Share specific examples of how you have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities.
Describe a significant challenge you faced as a leader and how you addressed it.
Achievements & Contributions
Highlight your most significant accomplishments and their impact.
What key achievements have you made as a leader?
How have these achievements impacted your organization, community, or industry?
Provide measurable outcomes or evidence of your impact (data, testimonials, awards, recognition).
Vision & Innovation
Showcase your forward-thinking approach and innovative initiatives.
How have you demonstrated vision and innovation in your leadership?
Provide examples of projects or initiatives you have led that reflect your innovative mindset.
Community Engagement & Inclusivity
Explain your role in fostering inclusivity and supporting your community.
How do you engage with and support your community?
What steps have you taken to foster inclusivity and create opportunities for others?
Additional Information
Share anything else that sets you apart as a Leader of the Year.
Why do you believe you should be recognized as a Leader of the Year?
Any additional insights or supporting documents (letters of recommendation, articles, testimonials).
Application Fees
There is a $249 application fee for each submission, with $99 early bird application fees available for a limited time. Applications are completed once payment is received via our payment platform, Stripe. If you need help affording a submission, reach out to our team to inquire about subsidized submissions.
Have questions?
If you have questions about this category or the application process, please refer to the FAQs on the Awards page, or contact the WIN team at awards@womenininnovation.co.
