NOMINATIONS ARE CLOSED. FINALISTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON MARCH 2ND. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT, AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THE GALA!
Celebrating the many facets of brilliance - where individual lights reveal the strength of our community.
The WSBA Prism Awards honor the extraordinary women who exemplify the heart of the WSBA mission: helping women and businesses grow and thrive. A prism takes a single beam of light and reveals the brilliant colors hidden within it. In the same way, WSBA shines a light on the diverse industries, unique leadership styles, and individual brilliance of our members.
These awards recognize those who achieve excellence in their own professional journey while reflecting that success onto others. We celebrate the women and organizations that turn vision into light, demonstrating that while every business has its own unique glow, we are at our most brilliant when we grow together. The Prism Awards are a tribute to “Brilliance in Action” - honoring those who show up, contribute, and inspire throughout our community.
Award Categories:
Organization of the Year
Honoring the cornerstones that reflect our community’s strength.
The Organization of the Year Award honors a business or nonprofit that exemplifies excellence and growth within the WSBA network and beyond. This award recognizes an organization that acts as a cornerstone of our community—taking the light of the WSBA mission and refracting it into countless opportunities for others to succeed. Through innovation, leadership, and a commitment to collective prosperity, the recipient demonstrates how a thriving business can illuminate the path for others and help the entire network grow stronger together.
Woman of the Year
Celebrating the luminary whose leadership inspires us all to shine.
The Woman of the Year Award celebrates an exceptional woman whose leadership, resilience, and influence have driven significant growth within WSBA and beyond. This honoree is a true luminary—someone whose individual brilliance is matched only by her dedication to helping other women find their own light. She embodies the spirit of empowerment and excellence, proving that when one woman reaches her full potential, she reveals new possibilities for the next generation of leaders and inspires others to rise.
Volunteer of the Year
Recognizing the heart of service that clarifies our mission.
The Volunteer of the Year Award recognizes a WSBA member whose generosity and service have made a remarkable difference in our ability to grow as a network. This award honors an individual who consistently goes above and beyond, offering their time, skills, and energy to strengthen the foundation of WSBA. Their commitment provides the clarity that allows our mission to shine through—reflecting a belief that our community is at its best when we invest in one another’s success and serve with purpose.
Emerging Brilliance
Celebrating the spark that ignites new possibilities.
The Emerging Brilliance Award recognizes a newer member of the WSBA who has demonstrated exceptional momentum and promise. This award honors a woman or business that has quickly become a vibrant part of our community, bringing fresh energy and a clear vision for growth. Much like the first flash of light through a prism, the recipient of this award reminds us of the power of new beginnings and the exciting potential that is revealed when a new voice joins our collective efforts to help women and businesses thrive.
President's Choice
A special tribute to the vision that becomes our light.
The President’s Choice Award is an honor selected personally by the WSBA President to recognize a member who has demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the WSBA mission. This award celebrates an individual whose impact is felt across multiple facets of the association—from community engagement to organizational support to inspiring leadership. The recipient embodies the energy and vision of WSBA, acting as a catalyst for growth and playing a pivotal role in elevating the entire community.
OVERALL CRITERIA
These awards celebrate those who:
Champion growth — consistently invest in personal and professional development while helping other women and businesses rise.
Build meaningful connections — actively contribute to the WSBA community by fostering partnerships, collaboration, and shared success.
Drive impact — demonstrate measurable contributions to their industry, local community, or the broader WSBA network.
Embody the WSBA mission — exemplify the belief that when women grow, businesses thrive.
Eligibility
Must be an active WSBA member.
Open to entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals across the entire spectrum of industries.
Nominees should demonstrate at least one year of active engagement within the WSBA community.
Selection Criteria
Nominees will be evaluated on:
Leadership & Vision — Demonstrates forward-thinking leadership and a clear commitment to growth.
Community Engagement — Actively participates in WSBA events, mentorship, or collaborative initiatives.
Business Impact — Shows measurable progress, innovation, or success in their business or professional role.
Contribution to Others — Supports fellow members through guidance, partnership, or resource-sharingreflecting their success onto others.
Awards Presentation
The Prism Awards are presented annually at the WSBA Celebration Gala, a premier event dedicated to honoring the achievements of our members. This is a night to celebrate the brilliance of our members and the spirit of support that defines our community. Winners are announced and invited to share insights that inspire us all to continue growing, thriving, and shining—together!