Outstanding Women Leaders

29th Annual Award Gala

Saturday, March 8, 2025
5 PM – 6 PM Cocktail Hour
6 PM – 9 PM Program
9 PM – 10 PM Celebration Dance Party

Location: Hyatt Regency, 1209 L Street, Sacramento

The Outstanding Women Leader (OWL) Awards were established in 1997 by the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Sacramento Valley chapter to acknowledge and celebrate outstanding women leaders in the Sacramento business community. The event is a tribute to top achievers among women entrepreneurs and corporate leaders who have advanced the status of entrepreneurial excellence and community leadership.

With Special Guest Kitty O’Neal of KFBK as Mistress of Ceremonies

Prepare to be inspired and to mingle with our region’s leaders.

Nomations are now closed.

NAWBO National is celebrating 50 years in 2025!

OWL Awards Categories

Achievement Against All Odds Award

A business woman who has overcome any obstacles (ie: financial hardship, health issues, etc.) to continue in their business and succeed.

Executive Woman Award

This nominee must be an employee at the executive level of a company or corporation cannot have ownership interest in the company and must be very involved in the community. .

Vision Award

A non-profit executive that has been a guiding force in making changes for women in our community.

Wise Woman Award

A woman business owner in business for minimum of 10 years, must hold 51% or more ownership, has demonstrated longevity in their industry and staying power. An inspiration and motivation for new business owners.

Woman Innovator Award

A woman who has demonstrated exceptional innovation and leadership in their respective fields along with significant contributions through creativity, ingenuity, and groundbreaking solutions. A woman who is a pioneer in advancing their industry, who has overcome challenges and barriers, and exhibited resilience and excellence.

Woman on the Way Award

A woman in business less than five years showing promise and potential of longevity in their business, has already shown profit, rapid growth, or potential for continual growth.