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Celebrating the Entreprenista 100 Awards 2024

The Entreprenista League proudly announces the 2024 Entreprenista 100 Awards, an annual ceremony that honors 100 remarkable women entrepreneurs making waves in various industries. This prestigious event is aimed at showcasing the achievements and stories of these innovative leaders, whose ventures span technology, retail, non-profit, beauty, legal, advertising, food and beverage, and more, elevating the role of women in today's business landscape.

A Recognized Platform for Women Entrepreneurs

Given the increasing interest and participation, the 2024 awards attracted nominees not just from across the United States, but also from Canada for the first time. The winners were selected by the Entreprenista leadership team and an esteemed selection committee comprising successful founders and business experts within the Entreprenista League community. Nominees were evaluated based on crucial performance indicators such as revenue growth, brand impact, operational scale, and market visibility, alongside their unique entrepreneurial journeys.

Among the honorees, we see exceptional stories that reflect the resilience and creativity of female entrepreneurs. For instance, Akshie Shah, founder of Grown Brilliance, runs a 75% women-led lab-grown diamond business dedicated to sustainability, striving to make luxury ethically and more accessible. Additionally, Tisha Thompson, who leads LYS Beauty, has made headlines as the first Black-owned clean makeup brand featured at Sephora, recently securing significant funding to further her mission for inclusivity and sustainability. Lastly, Larissa May, founder of #HalfTheStory, is equipping teenagers to foster healthier relationships with technology through advocacy and community engagement.

Special Distinctions for Exceptional Leadership

In addition to the overall honors, five remarkable businesswomen will receive special distinctions based on their exemplary contributions across various categories: Entreprenista of the Year, Innovator of the Year, Changemaker of the Year, Community Builder of the Year, and Uplifter of the Year. The selection process was supported by a panel of esteemed judges, including industry titans like Candace Nelson from Sprinkles, Allison Ellsworth from Poppi, and Sarah Lee from Glow Recipe, among others. Their expertise and insights lend validation to this event, ensuring that deserving individuals receive the recognition they merit.

The top award winners will be announced at a live virtual ceremony scheduled for May 15, 2025, where the entire cohort of awardees will be celebrated. The event will feature discussions by distinguished judges, past awardees, and the Entreprenista leadership team, including last year’s standout winner Alexis Irene of Static Nails.

The Impact of the Entreprenista League

Founded with a mission to uplift women entrepreneurs, the Entreprenista League has established a nurturing ecosystem for businesswomen that promotes connection, access to capital, and valuable resources. Through a vibrant network, various events, and a well-regarded podcast platform, it continues to support visionary women in their entrepreneurial journeys.

The 2024 Entreprenista 100 Awards are made possible through the generous support of sponsors such as Justworks, Gimme Beauty, and Verizon, all expressing enthusiasm for this year's honorees. David Coleman from Justworks remarked on the importance of recognizing these leaders who are not only shaping the future of entrepreneurship but also empowering other women to follow suit. Jeff Durham from Gimme Beauty echoed this sentiment, celebrating the legacies being built by these phenomenal women.

As the awards approach, members of the public are encouraged to follow the stories of the Entreprenista 100 winners and witness the powerful impact women are making in business today by visiting Entreprenista.com/100/2024 and engaging with the #entreprenista100 on social media.

The future of entrepreneurship appears bright as the Entreprenista League continues its mission of supporting, celebrating, and uplifting women across industries, ensuring they have the resources and community needed to thrive.