Inspiring Founder of The Year

This award will be presented to a woman in the small to medium business category, who has achieved positive results in her own business. She will have improved her bottom line, increased her market base, and extended her business horizon. She has had a positive impact on her community as an entrepreneur.  You can self-nominate. Nominations are open to companies female owned / operated in the state of Idaho. For nominations of candidates less than 3 years in business, consider the Fresh Start criteria below.

Women in Manufacturing Award

This award will be presented to a woman who, in your and the judging committee's opinion, has contributed to the success of her company and is a role model for others. This award will honor a woman who is effecting change in the manufacturing and industrial production space. Presented for innovation and leadership. This category was created to emphasize the immense importance of encouraging more women in careers of manufacturing. The winner may be a founder or an employee working at a management level in the private or public sector. You can self-nominate. Nominations are open to companies and/or individuals that are owned/operated/reside in Idaho.

Trailblazer Award

   This award will be presented to a woman who, in your and the judging committee's opinion, has contributed to the success of her company. A trailblazer is a well-accomplished leader who has paved the way for others and has made impactful contributions to her community. She may be an entrepreneur or an employee working at the management level in the private or public sector. Passion, wisdom, vision and sound business ethics allow her to drive her success. You can self-nominate. Nominations are open to companies / individuals who own a business or work in the state of Idaho.  

Women in STEM Award

This award will be presented to a woman who, in your and the judging committee's opinion, has contributed to the success of her company and is a role model for others. This award will be presented for innovation and leadership and the winner will demonstrate aptitude and passion in the technology field. This category was created to emphasize the immense importance of encouraging more women in careers of technology and STEM. The winner may be a female founder or an employee working at a management level in the private or public sector. You can self-nominate. Nominations are open to companies and/or individuals that are owned/operated/reside in Idaho.

Woman in Sustainability

This award will be presented to a woman who, in your and the judging committee's opinion, has contributed to the success of her company and is a role model for others. The Sustainability Award will honor an individual who has made sustainability an integral part of their business practice. This award recognizes an entrepreneur for Earth-friendly work. The winner may be a founder or an employee working at a management level in the private or public sector. You can self-nominate. Nominations are open to companies and/or individuals that are owned/operated/reside in the United States and US Territories.

Women in Agribusiness Award

This award will be presented to a woman who, in your and the judging committee's opinion, has contributed to the success of her company and is a role model for others. This award will be presented to a woman who demonstrates leadership, strength, and passion in agriculture and food sciences. This category was created to emphasize the necessary and critical steps women are taking to promote building an ecological food and agricultural systems.. The winner may be a female founder or an employee working at a management level in the private or public sector. You can self-nominate. Nominations are open to companies and/or individuals that are owned/operated/reside in United States and US Territories..