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Business That Gives Back Award
The Business that Gives Back Award recognizes an initiative or business that supports issues affecting women and/or girls. The recipient has taken positive action to invest in the community and sees social responsibility as an integral part of their organization’s success.
Presented by Niagara Community Foundation
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Community Impact Award
The Community Impact Award recognizes an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the Niagara community through their volunteerism in the non-profit and charitable sector.
Presented by Niagara College
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Corporate Leadership Award
The Corporate Leadership Award recognizes the leadership of women in Niagara’s corporate community. Recipients are individuals who have demonstrated leadership, integrity, business acumen and success, and a commitment to the community. Nominees can be women who work or run for an organization with at least 30 employees.
Presented by Ridley College
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Cultural Arts Award
The Cultural Arts Award recognizes the leadership of women in the arts, including music, dance, design, and film.
Presented by Brock University Faculty of Social Sciences
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Emerging Business Award
The Emerging Business Award recognizes women entrepreneurs engaged in new business ventures. Nominees must have been in business for a minimum of 2 (two) years and no more than 5 (five) years.
Presented by Niagara Economic Development
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Entrepreneurship Award
The Entrepreneurship Award recognizes female small- to medium-sized business owners that have achieved great results in their own business(es) with a proven track record of growth, profitability, industry leadership, and commitment to community. Nominees must have been in business for 3 (three) years or more.
Presented by Innovate Niagara
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Excellence in Non-Profit
The Excellence in Non-Profit award recognizes leadership in Niagara’s non-profit sector and is awarded to a woman working in that sector who has made their organization flourish and Niagara better-off through their talent, integrity, and contributions to the lives of women, families, and communities across the region.
Presented by Essentials Cremation and Burial Services Inc.
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Health Care Hero
The Health Care Hero award recognizes a woman who has made an outstanding contribution to the physical or mental health of people in Niagara through her work and/or volunteerism in the health care sector.
Presented by Verge Insurance Group
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Innovations in Hospitality and Tourism
The award for Innovations in Hospitality and Tourism recognizes a leader in Niagara’s hospitality sector who has demonstrated great success, leadership, and an innovative approach. The recipient demonstrates a commitment to providing outstanding customer and guest experiences in hospitality, tourism, and/or entertainment.
Presented by Destination Niagara Falls
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Science and Technology Award
The Science and Technology Award recognizes the achievements of local women in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Presented by DDL & Co.
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Young Professional Award
The Young Professional Award recognizes business excellence exemplified by a woman under the age of 40. The successful nominee will have a proven track record of professional success and shows outstanding potential for the future. The professional may work in any field.
Presented by Hatch
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Lifetime Achievement Award
The Lifetime Achievement Award is designed to celebrate women who have excelled in their business and community over the course of their career.
Presented by MNP