The Hampton Roads region has long celebrated the achievements of its female business leaders, and this year marks the 23rd anniversary of such recognition. In honoring 23 exceptional women, the initiative aims to inspire them and others to embrace their potential, build self-assurance, and become pioneering figures in the community.
The award ceremony, held at The Westin Virginia Beach Town Center on December 10, highlighted women who have made significant strides in their professional arenas, contributed to the local economy, and served as mentors. This acknowledgment seeks to motivate them toward even greater accomplishments.
Special recognition goes to section editor Ron Crow, with photographic contributions by Amanda MacDiarmid. For additional details, visit virginiamedia.com/women-in-business.
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The Judges
Amanda MacDiarmid/Freelance
Barbara Blake (Amanda MacDiarmid/For Inside Business)
Barbara A. Blake
Executive director, Monarch Internship and Co-Op Office, Monarch Humanities Internship Academy; senior research fellow, The Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy, Old Dominion University
Women in Business Class of 2022
Michelle Ellis Young
CEO, YWCA South Hampton Roads
Women in Business Class of 2024
Courtesy
Stephanie Gorham, chief development officer, United Way of South Hampton Roads (Hampton Roads Chamber)
Stephanie Gorham
Chief development officer, United Way of South Hampton Roads
Women in Business Class of 2021
Laura A. Henderson
Founder/owner, BizConnect Hampton Roads
Women in Business Class of 2019
Amanda MacDiarmid/Freelance
Virginia Thumm (Amanda MacDiarmid/For Inside Business)
Virginia Thumm
President, Virginia Fundraising Consultants
Women in Business Class of 2021
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Honorees
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