2026 Woman of the Year Luncheon

About this event

The Women in Business Council of the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Woman of the Year Award Luncheon on Wednesday, November 4, at the Pelican Club in Jupiter.

Join us as we celebrate the remarkable women making a difference across Palm Beach North, recognize this year's nominees and finalists, and announce the 2026 Woman of the Year!

We are excited to welcome Dr. Tunjarnika L. Coleman, known as Dr. Nika, as this year's keynote speaker. The Chamber's 2022 Woman of the Year Award recipient, Dr. Nika returns to share an inspiring message of resilience, reinvention, and leadership. As President & CEO of New Elevation Consulting, she brings more than three decades of executive leadership experience and a passion for empowering others to embrace their purpose, navigate change, and lead with intention.

We look forward to an inspiring afternoon celebrating the leadership, accomplishments, and lasting impact of women throughout our region.

All are welcome to attend!

Previous Winners:

2025: Christine Sylvain

2024: Anné Desormier-Cartwright

2023: Julia Dattolo

2022: Dr. Nika Coleman-Ferrell

2021: Emily Pantelides

2020: Kelly Smallridge

2019: Bridget A. Berry

2018: Judith Schumacher

2017: Maria Marino

2016: Kim Jones

2015: Sandra Foland

2014: Roberta Jurney

2013: Pamela Rauch

2012: Karen Marcus

2011: Sharon Quercioli

2010: Christine Pitts

2009: Nancy Mobberley

Important Dates to Remember:

• July 7, 2026: Nomination submissions are OPEN

• July 31, 2026: Nomination submissions are due before 12 p.m.

• August 4, 2026: Nominees notified and provided with application.

• August 31, 2026: Nominee applications are due before 12 p.m.

• September 17, 2026: Nominees will be announced through Chamber communications

• October 1, 2026: Kickoff Reception event to the Woman of the Year Luncheon at Maltz Jupiter Theatre

• October 5, 2026: Finalists will be announced through Chamber communications

• November 4, 2026: Annual Woman of the Year Awards Luncheon

Sponsorships* are available! Sponsor Deadline is October 28th

Sponsorship Opportunities ( Members Only )* Available: Check out the sponsorship information here (a downloadable Dropbox link) and consider supporting the Woman of the Year today!

• Sponsorship deadline is ONE WEEK before the event! Click the blue "Register" button in the top-right corner of the event webpage (see this video tutorial ) to secure your Registration. box-sizing: border-box; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; transition: 0.2s linear; overflow-wrap: break-word; ">Brittany Cartwright for further questions.

• *Sponsorships are available for PBN Chamber members only. Membership starts at just $565 for businesses with up to 2 employees . Become a member today !

Toast to Success Sponsor: $2,500 (includes 4 tickets) Available

Photo Booth Sponsor: $2,500 (includes 4 tickets) Available

She Leads Sponsor: $1,750 (includes 10 tickets) Available

Coffee Sponsor: $1,250 (includes 2 tickets) Available

Mentorship Graduates Sponsor: $1,250 (includes 1 ticket) Available College Student Sponsor: $1,250 (includes 1 ticket) Available Young Professionals Sponsor: $1,250 (includes 1 ticket) Available Women of Influence Sponsor: $750 (includes 2 tickets) Available Catalyst for Change Sponsor: $750 (includes 2 tickets) Available

WoY Finalist Supporter: $350 (includes 1 ticket) Available

Woman-Owned Business Exhibitor (includes 2 tickets) Available

Member Rate: $450* / General Admission/Future Member: $550

*Mentees, Mentors and Non-Profit Chamber Members receive a discount!

She Shines Supporter: $350 - 10 available (includes 1 ticket at Kickoff + 1 ticket at Award Luncheon) 10 Available

Pending Renewed Sponsorships:

Seeds of Success Sponsor: $750 PENDING RENEWAL She Blooms Sponsor: $1,500 (includes 4 tickets) PENDING RENEWAL

Official Floral Partner PENDING RENEWAL

Unavailable/SOLD Sponsorships:

Women In Business Council AccelerateHER Series Sponsor : $10,000 (includes 5 tickets) SOLD - Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center

WoY Award Luncheon Presenting Sponsor: $5,000 (includes 10 tickets) SOLD - Lickstein Plastic Surgery

WoY Award Sponsor: $2,500 (includes 2 tickets) SOLD - Acentria Insurance

EmpowHER Sponsor: $1,500 (includes 4 tickets) SOLD - Florida Power & Light Valet Sponsor: $2,000 (includes 4 tickets) SOLD - Illustrated Properties - Corporate Office

Dessert Sponsor: $1,250 (includes 2 tickets) SOLD - Elder & Estate Planning Attorneys PA

Orchid Series Sponsorship SOLD OUT - See below

*Sponsorships are available for PBN Chamber members only. Membership start at just $565 for businesses with up to 2 employees. Become a member today !

Event Cancellation Policy:

e-mail within 48 hours (2 business days) prior to the event. NO verbal cancellations will be accepted. Cancellations under 48 hours prior to the event, will NOT receive event credit in order to solidify attendance numbers with the event venue. All cancellation notices received BEFORE 48 hours (2 business days) prior to the event will be given an event credit of equal value. Event credits will be applied upon request and are good for up to 1 year from the purchase date. There are NO REFUNDS. NOTE:

Premier Events (ArtiGras Tickets / Loggerhead Triathlon Registrations) and Special Events (The Leadership Awards Dinner / Holiday Mixer / Business 2 Baseball / Golf Classic) do not qualify for an event credit upon cancellation. Contributions or gifts to the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.

From Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce