OIWC is now accepting nominations for two awards supporting women in the snowsports and outdoor Industries. The awards will be presented to four women (two in outdoor and two in snowsports) during the winter Outdoor Retailer tradeshow and SIA tradeshow.
About the Awards The first is the Pioneering Woman Award. This award honors women within the industry who have furthered the vision of the OIWC by demonstrating an outstanding commitment to mentoring female colleagues. The second award to be presented is the First Ascent Award. This award recognizes a woman new to the industry who demonstrates strong potential for leadership. This award furthers the vision of OIWC by increasing visibility of talented young women at lower levels in an organization, thereby facilitating and nurturing their leadership skills.
The winners of both awards will a 1 year membership to OIWC.
Nominations Show your support of women in the outdoor and snowsports Industries by nominating a colleague, a mentor or friend for these awards. This is open to anyone who would like to submit a nomination. Post your nominations online by mid-December, 2008. Previous nominees may be nominated again, but previous award winners cannot be nominated.
Note: The award recipients must be present at the OIWC event at either Outdoor Retailer or at SIA in January. Please take this request into consideration when submitting a nominee.
Victoria Cabot, Vistage International
says... Posted Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Do you know a woman who deserves this award?
You should be sure to nominate her...Recipients are very moved when they receive it.
Go thru your database and nominate someone today!