Meet our exceptional individuals have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to the world of women's entrepreneurship.

Pioneer Award Honorees

#WEDO2017

Join us in celebrating their remarkable achievements and honoring their remarkable impact

We are proud to announce that our WEDO Pioneer Award Honorees have been officially recognized by both Houses of the United States Congress. This prestigious honor places them among the most distinguished women in the nation, with their names now forever enshrined in the Congressional Record – See Here!

Let us applaud their remarkable accomplishments and continue our collective journey towards a more inclusive and prosperous future for all.

#WEDO2017 Pioneer Award Honorees

A select group of individuals with remarkable contributions to the advancement of women's entrepreneurship and empowerment

Through their remarkable leadership, innovation, and dedication, they have paved the way for women in business and ignited positive change.

Angie Bastian

Founder, Angie’s BOOMCHICKAPOP®

Dorothy “Dottie ” Herman

Co-Founder, President & Chief Executive Officer of Real Estate brokerage firm Douglas Elliman Real Estate LLC.

Judith Ripka

Luxury Jewelry Designer & Founder Judith Ripka

Lucy Jarvis

First Woman Television Producer, Peabody Award Winner

Sara Bareilles

Singer, Songwriter, 6-time Grammy Nominee, Broadway Musical Writer/ Composer

Sonia Gardner

President, Managing Partner, and Co-Founder of Avenue Capital Group & Global Chair of the Board of 100 Women in Finance

Suzanne Lerner

President and Co-Founder Michael Stars, and Board Member Women Thrive Alliance

Twinkle Khanna

Film Actress, Entrepreneur, Best-Selling Author & Philanthropist

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