EBWC Leadership and Empowerment Award Nomination Form

The Leadership and Empowerment Award honors a woman who has shown outstanding leadership and a commitment to empowering others, leading to a lasting impact that improves the well-being of people, places, opportunities, or conditions in the East Bay. She successfully collaborates with diverse groups of people, creates inclusive teams, and exhibits superior leadership qualities.

Eligibility Criteria 

  • Must be a woman in a leadership position in the East Bay
  • Minimum 10 years of professional experience
  • Must demonstrate a track record of team or organizational leadership


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Describe what makes this woman an excellent leader. Include evidence of successes in developing effective, collaborative, and inclusive teams and involvement in community leadership roles and/or advocacy. Response should:

  • Describe how her leadership and community influence improve the well-being of people, places, opportunities, or conditions in the East Bay.
  • Provide a single example of how her leadership has led to community/audience improvements.
  • Describe any personal or professional traits that accelerate her efforts.