Business Awards

2024-25 Nomination Form

Help us celebrate excellence! Lakes Area Professional Women is seeking nominations from the public for three business awards. These awards will recognize businesses who lift up and support women in our community.

Awards will be presented celebrated at the LAPW Gala held on March 20, 2025.

Nomination Deadline is December 1, 2024.

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.

Business Award Nomination Form

To present the strongest case to the selection committee, keep these tips in mind:

  • Details, details!

    A short, detailed paragraph vs. a one-sentence answer gives the nominated business a much stronger case!

  • Use examples

    Include clearly-stated examples of how the business demonstrates the values stated in the award.

  • Provide context

    Provide a detailed description of the business, the way you would describe it to someone who had no knowledge of the business.

For the following award: * Required
How long have they been in business? Who do they serve? What is their mission? Who founded, owns, or leads the business?
How have they gone above and beyond to enrich our community, show innovation, or further women’s causes in our community?
Your Name * Required