This prestigious award honors women in Central Texas who have forged their own path and developed their own leadership principles. These women have something to offer the next generation of women leaders. They have made a difference in their communities, blazed new trails and are leaving a mark on Central Texas business.

Nominees and winners are the chief executive, president or founder of a company or business venture that they helped start, build or significantly grow; women who through new ideas and hard work, are keeping a family-owned business thriving and relevant for another generation. They stand out in their industry who are bringing fresh thinking to our world. This could include education, medical, environmental, music and film, real estate, technology, engineers and more.