Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards

We are very proud to announce the 2025 WEYA Finalists: Amber Van den Broek - Amber van den Broek and Associates Amy Cooper - Studio Q Designs Inc. Andrea Katz - Best You Nutrition Anita Ayame - AMDF Cleaning service inc. Carmen Puente - Non-profit organization Chantelle Dione - Chantelle Dione Photography Dayna Zaharia - Zaharia Law Deanna Langlois - Southwest Safety Consulting Holly Doerksen Sobering Old Church Bakery Julie Myers - The Floral Fixx Kathy Tran-Riese - KayTran Eyewear Jen Hiebert, Kristan Jones, and Kimberley Kiemeney - Homecare Solutions for Everyone Laura La Palme - L2 Marketing Custom Marketing Solutions Marnie Courage - Enabling Access Megan Foster - Mosaic Engagement Melissa McIntosh - Hello Play Therapy Natasha Kauenhowen - Lashed by Tash Patricia Gómez - 12 Grapes Rachel Teichroew - Bungalow Interior Design Shannon Dupont - Madeline's Closet Shauna Jurczak - Maples Academy of Dance Shauna Muldrew - Infinity Nutrition & Health Coaching Help us to Congratulate these outstanding woman and all their achievements! Help us celebrate all these fantastic companies at the 2025 Gala on January 29, 2026 at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. Tickets can be purchased here - https://lnkd.in/gwvHBwng

To all 2025 WEYA nominees—this is your reminder. To move forward in the selection process, your application must be submitted by September 15. You were nominated because someone saw something extraordinary in your work. Now is your opportunity to tell your story, in your own words, and take the next step toward recognition. Your leadership deserves the spotlight.

Congratulations Lisa Thompson 🎉💐

Today is the final day to nominate a woman entrepreneur for the 2025 WEYA Awards. There’s still time—but not much. If you know a woman who’s led with integrity, built something meaningful, or made an impact in her community, submit your nomination before midnight. Help bring her work to the stage it deserves. https://lnkd.in/gjFr_Z5M . . . . . #WBOM #WEYA2025 #WomenEntrepreneurs #Leadership #ManitobaBusiness #DiversityInBusiness

She might not ask to be recognized—but you see what she’s built. Maybe it’s a small business with a big heart. A rural venture with deep community roots. A bold idea that turned into a thriving company. The Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards honour Manitoba’s women in business who lead with integrity, resilience, and impact. Nominations close on Monday, June 30. If someone comes to mind as you read this, don’t wait. Submit your nomination and help her story be seen. https://lnkd.in/gjFr_Z5M #WBOM #WEYA2025 #WomenEntrepreneurs #Leadership #ManitobaBusiness #DiversityInBusiness

From early-stage founders to long-established leaders, from community champions to industry trailblazers—the 2025 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards recognize the many ways women are shaping Manitoba’s business landscape. Award categories include: – Woman Entrepreneur of the Year – Emerging Business Award – Contribution to Community Award – Young Entrepreneur Award – BIPOC Nominee Award – LGBTQ+ Nominee Award – Rural Nominee Award – Lifetime Achievement Award Each nominee selects two categories that best reflect her journey. Nominations are open until June 30, 2025. Don’t miss the opportunity to recognize a woman whose story deserves to be celebrated. https://lnkd.in/gjFr_Z5M #WBOM #WEYA2025 #WomenEntrepreneurs #Leadership #ManitobaBusiness #DiversityInBusiness

The Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards were created to honour the women who are shaping Manitoba’s economy and communities—one business at a time. This visual mosaic is just a glimpse of the talent and leadership across our province. If you know someone whose story belongs here, tag them and encourage them to apply. Nominations are open until June 30, 2025. https://lnkd.in/gjFr_Z5M . . . . . #WBOM #WEYA2025 #WomenEntrepreneurs #Leadership #DiversityInBusiness #ManitobaBusiness

Bold women, beautiful venue. We’re proud to announce that the 2025 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards will be hosted at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. It’s a fitting location to celebrate Manitoba’s women entrepreneurs—leaders who embody creativity, courage, and innovation in everything they do. Join us for an evening of recognition, connection, and celebration in one of Winnipeg’s most inspiring spaces. Nominations are open until June 30, 2025. https://lnkd.in/gjFr_Z5M #WEYA2025 #WBOM #ManitobaBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #Leadership #WAGWinnipeg #CelebrateWomenInBusiness

The Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards recognize the women shaping Manitoba’s economy with innovation, resilience, and leadership. If you know a woman whose work deserves the spotlight, take a few moments to nominate her today. It could be the recognition that propels her to even greater impact. Nominations are open until June 30, 2025. https://lnkd.in/gjFr_Z5M . . . . . #WBOM #WEYA2025 #WomenEntrepreneurs #Leadership #ManitobaBusiness #DiversityInBusiness

The 2024 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards was more than a gala—it was a celebration of women who are driving change across Manitoba’s business landscape. This highlight reel captures the momentum, connection, and inspiration that made last year’s event so powerful. As we look ahead to the 2025 WEYA Awards, we invite you to be part of this legacy. Nominate a woman entrepreneur who deserves to be recognized—and help us build another unforgettable evening of celebration and impact. Nominations are open until June 30, 2025. https://lnkd.in/gjFr_Z5M . . . . . #WBOM #WEYA2025 #WomenEntrepreneurs #Leadership #DiversityInBusiness #ManitobaBusiness