{"id":13557,"date":"2026-05-01T16:47:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T20:47:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wbecnydmv.org\/?page_id=13557"},"modified":"2026-06-11T09:51:30","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T13:51:30","slug":"2026-impact-awards-luncheon","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wbecnydmv.org\/es\/programs\/2026-impact-awards-luncheon\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Impact Awards Luncheon"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>2026 Impact Awards Nominations Are Now Open<\/h2>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/wbecnydmv.org\/es\/about\/awards\/\" title=\"Explore The Awards\" target=\"_self\"   role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Explore The Awards\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExplore The Awards\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wbecnydmv.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WBEC_Dual_Impact-Awards-Luncheon_Website_1920x640.png\" alt=\"WBEC_Dual_Impact Awards Luncheon_Website_1920x640\" title=\"WBEC_Dual_Impact Awards Luncheon_Website_1920x640\" itemprop=\"image\"\/>\n\t\t<h2>\n\t\t\tWhy We Gather\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>The Impact Awards Luncheon is a high-energy celebration of bold vision, powerful partnerships, and unstoppable innovation.<\/p>\n<p>What began as the Breakthrough Breakfast has evolved into a dynamic luncheon where we recognize trailblazers, spotlight collaborators, and elevate the changemakers redefining what&#8217;s possible in business.<\/p>\n<p>Join us and share in this extraordinary occasion!<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tPOWERED BY SYNERGY, DRIVEN BY IMPACT\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<h3>One network. Two regions. A signature celebration.<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>This year, WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV will come together as a united network across two sister regions for one signature <strong>Impact Awards Luncheon in New York City<\/strong>. In 2027, the luncheon will be hosted in the Greater DMV.<\/p>\n<p>Our theme, <strong>Powered by Synergy, Driven by Impact<\/strong>, reflects the value of bringing both regions together to expand visibility, strengthen cross-regional connection, and celebrate impact on a larger stage.<\/p>\n<p>At the Impact Awards Luncheon, we&#8217;ll gather to celebrate the shared commitment, aligned action, and purposeful partnership of women-owned businesses (WBEs), corporate members, and community allies. We&#8217;ll showcase the stories, breakthroughs, and meaningful progress we&#8217;ve made, and what we know is possible for the future.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<h2>BE PART OF THE EXPERIENCE <\/h2>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<h3>Put your brand in the center of the celebration.<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>Join us as an Impact Awards Luncheon sponsor for a distinctive brand opportunity that begins now, with editorial and social visibility in the months leading up to the luncheon.<\/p>\n<p>Explore the sponsor packages and find the opportunity that fits your brand best.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/wbecnydmv.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WBEC-NY-DMV-Sponsorship-Packages_Impact-Awards_2026.pdf\" title=\"Become a Sponsor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"  role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Become a Sponsor\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBecome a Sponsor\n\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tCELEBRATE A YEAR OF SYNERGY IN ACTION\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<p>The Impact Awards celebrate the WBEs, leaders, and partners creating change across our ecosystem. Each award recognizes a different kind of impact, from business growth and innovation, to advocacy, collaboration, and long-term commitment.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<h3>2026 Impact Awards Accepting Nominations:\u00a0<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>WBE Star:<\/strong> Impact through leadership, service, and influence.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Corporation of the Year:<\/strong> Impact through sustained commitment and meaningful engagement.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Advocate of the Year:<\/strong> Impact through championing access and opportunity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>*One winner will be selected per region for each award category. Self-nominations are welcome for all categories.<\/em><\/p>\n\t\t\t<h3>2026 Impact Honors:<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p><em>Selected by WBEC NY DMV based on year-round performance, engagement, and impact.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>WBE Emerging 10:<\/strong> Impact through unstoppable momentum.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Champion Circle Honorees:<\/strong> Impact through purposeful partnership.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>WBE FORUM Leader of the Year:<\/strong> lmpact through regional connection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<h3>2026 Distinguished Impact Awards:<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p><em>Selected by WBEC NY DMV to acknowledge exceptional leadership, partnership, and lasting contribution to the network.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>President&#8217;s Award:<\/strong> Impact through collaborative leadership.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Marsha Firestone Award:<\/strong> Impact through systemic change.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<h3>Nominations are now open. Apply by July 15.<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>Read more about the awards categories, eligibility, and\u00a0nomination criteria.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/wbecnydmv.org\/es\/about\/awards\/\u00a0\/\" title=\"Explore the Awards\" target=\"_self\"   role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Explore the Awards\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExplore the Awards\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<h2>JOIN OUR MARKETPLACE!<\/h2>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<h3>Bring your best pitch and be ready to sell.<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>The Marketplace offers a direct view into the products, services, and capabilities of WBEs across both sister regions.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<h3>Put your business in front of the right people.<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><strong>Make high-value connections:<\/strong> Meet buyers, corporate partners, peer WBEs, and potential collaborators who want to learn what you offer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Show you&#8217;re opportunity-ready:<\/strong> Position your business as credible and prepared within a trusted entrepreneurial ecosystem.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Turn conversations into next steps:<\/strong> Use feedback, referrals, and new relationships to strengthen your positioning and open doors for future business.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Interested in showcasing your business? 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