
Virginia K. Shehee Most Influential Woman Award
Thank you for supporting this event that aims to recognize exceptional women in our community. See the important dates below for the nomination process.
SEPTEMBER 8 – OCTOBER 17
Nominations Open
OCTOBER 20 – NOVEMBER 7, 2025
The nominee will receive an email notifying them of the nomination on October 20, 2025. Nominees will be sent packets for further evaluation. Packets must be completed and submitted by November 7 to be considered for honoree selection.
NOVEMBER 21, 2025
Woman and Young Woman Honorees will be notified via email & phone.
Nomination Criteria
- Be a business woman, civic leader, or philanthropist in Northwest Louisiana
- Demonstrate influence and leadership in their business or organization(s)
- Have a positive reputation based on their experience, leadership, and integrity
- Exhibit significant professional and/or community accomplishments
- Build recognizable and lasting initiatives or changes with their businesses/organizations and/or the community
- Must have shown a commitment to philanthropy by helping children, the elderly, those in need, the arts, business development, education, and/or other acts of caring
