Awards

Lynn Barton: 2026 Woman of the Year

The Woman of the Year is a Lakes Area Professional Woman member who is an active part of our organization, participates in Lakes Area Professional Women by serving on a committee and other contributions. They are an advocate for women, are active in their community and have achieved professional accomplishments.

View Past Winners

2025 Stacy James | 2024 Amy Christopherson | 2023 Kim Carlson | 2021-2022 Tina Rice

2019 Michelle Huemoeller | 2018 Jaci Stepan | 2017 Nicole Fernholz

2016 Sue Jung | 2015 Sara Stadtherr | 2014 Mary Butler

2013 Shari Maloney | 2012 Sara Gronholz | 2011 LaTresse Snead

2010 Nancy Doebbert | 2009 Katie Perry | 2008 Nancy Klepetka

2007 Lynn Grueneich | 2006 Debbi Rydberg | 2005 Yvonne Kinney

2004 Del Mari Runck | 2003 Irene Vagle | 2002 Tara Bitzan | 2001 Lynette Kluver

2000 Carol Juul | 1999 Deb Byers | 1998 Lori Anderson | 1997 Rose Virnig

1996 JoEllen Doebbert | 1995 Susan Anderson | 1994 Sue Weber

1993 Theresa Moberg | 1992 Cindy Maanum | 1991 Jill Blashack

1990 LuAnn Wewetzer | 1989 Glenice Vipond | 1988 Stella Bowland

1987 Jan Esala | 1986 Janet Thorkelson | 1985 Shirley Norbeck

1984 Nancy Fischer | 1983 Jennie Hevern | 1982 Edith Kelly |

1981 Pearl Thorson | 1980 Marlene Lorsung | 1979 Carol Anderson

1978 Joanne Holl | 1977 Mary Norlinger | 1976 Lillian Clark

Congratulations to our 2026 business winners!

WOW! Award

Woman-Owned Workplace

Recognizes a woman-owned business that has demonstrated exceptional growth, innovation, and success within our community. This award celebrates the remarkable accomplishments and spirit of entrepreneurship of a woman-owned business.

Paying It Forward

Recognizes a business that has been highly engaged in philanthropic activities – giving of their time, talent, and treasure. This award honors a business that has made a significant positive impact in their community.

The Trailblazer

Recognizes a business that leads by example, inspires others through its actions, and pioneers positive change within its organization.

2026 Ovation Award Winners

Hanna Kettlehut

Authentic Leader

This award recognizes a woman who demonstrates exemplary leadership and has made significant contributions to her industry. She has not only earned the respect of her superiors to rise as a business leader and role model, but she has also earned the admiration of her peers. She empowers and supports other women in her workplace. She emphasizes building honest relationships, values input, and leads by example.

Terri Bursch

Difference Maker

Recognizes a woman who has been highly engaged in philanthropic activities (giving of her time, talent, and treasure) and/or has made a significant positive impact in her community.

Nicole Fernholz

Dream Builder

Recognizes a woman who demonstrates that there is a space and a place for women in all industries and professions, and will be awarded to a women paving the way in a industry or profession typically occupied by males.

Whitney Fischer

Rising Star

Recognizes a woman in her first five years of membership for her contributions to the LAPW organization.