Everything you need to know about the Calgary Influential Women in Business Awards nomination process.
Every year, we host the Calgary Influential Women in Business (CIWB) Awards to recognize and celebrate the people and organizations who are advancing gender diversity and inclusion in business. First launched in 2020, this gala event has quickly become a must-attend with more than 1,400 local visionaries and leaders ready to celebrate the honourees. As we continue to toward gender diversity and equity becoming the industry standard in professional spaces, it’s vital to recognize the remarkable leaders who are helping change the landscape along the way. Join us in celebrating the changemakers helping move us forward.
The 2025 nominations are now open. Here are a few things to know.
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- Nominations are open until December 31, 2024.
- Winners will be announced on International Women’s Day, March 8, 2025.
- The awards ceremony will be held April 16, 2025.
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Who to nominate
Do you know inspiring professionals helping Alberta’s business landscape reflect more diversity in its leadership? Take a look at the CIWB categories and see which one applies to your nominee best.
CIWB will announce five women and one man as winners. The categories are professional services, large enterprise, small-medium enterprise, social enterprise and male champion.
Once you find the right category, make sure your nominee’s company headquarters is based, or has significant presence, in Alberta. All nominees must identify as female (with the exception of the male champion category) and be available to attend the Awards Gala on April 16, 2025, in Calgary, if selected.
How to nominate
Now that you know who to nominate, log in or register on our website and complete the online nomination. You will need to provide two to three letters of recommendation, a minimum of two reference contacts and an up-to-date curriculum vitae highlighting key elements of the nominee’s career and education. Most importantly, make sure to highlight how your nominee is championing and supporting women in the workplace with clear examples of impact. After that, it’s as simple as pressing submit!
We judge the nominations based on professional accomplishments, community involvement, the promotion and advancement of women and overall influence on the Alberta business community.
Winners will be announced in March. Good luck to all nominees!
To learn more, visit our website.
