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.

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2026 Business Award 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.

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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.