Those who know a local businesswoman deserving of community recognition can nominate them for the Women of the Year Awards before 5 pm on May 1.
The annual awards ceremony and dinner, presented by Powell River Women in Business, is a way to recognize the efforts of local businesswomen, regardless of whether they are members of the business organization, says its president Leah Rourke.
"By nominating someone for a Woman of the Year award, it recognizes their hard work, dedication and passion in the workforce, which should be celebrated every day," says Rourke, "and it reassures and reminds them that they are making a difference."
Nominations are now being accepted for three categories: Outstanding Woman in Business, Outstanding Woman Under 30 in Business and Influential Woman in Community Service, for women working in the local non-profit sector.
Rourke says nominators do not have to be a member of Powell River Women in Business, nor do nominees. Nominations forms can be downloaded from prwomeninbusiness.com and emailed to [email protected], or dropped off at Relish Interiors at 4670B Marine Avenue, when completed.
Nominations are judged by a committee formed each year and the awards are given out at Powell River Town Centre Hotel ballroom on Wednesday, May 17.
"The committee reviews each and every nomination form that is received, discusses each nomination at length and reviews the eligibility and criteria," says Rourke. "It is a very difficult task."
The awards dinner is open to the public and tickets are available at Relish, The Nutcracker Market and Powell River Home and Garden Show this weekend. Cocktails begin at 6 pm with dinner served at 7 pm.
Rourke says the event has grown over the past several years and 2017 celebrates a milestone for Powell River Women in Business.
"It is always a fantastic evening and there is a great buzz of anticipation in the room," she says. "The theme for this year is 'Past, Present and Future,' which is great chance for reflection since the organization is 10 years old this year."
Women in Business Awards nomination deadline
When: 5 pm, Monday, May 1 (awards dinner May 17)
Where: Powell River Town Centre Hotel
Price: $30/$35
Info: [email protected]
