International Femtor(r) Award Recognizes Top Entrepreneurs and Philanthropists
Released on: January 23, 2008 10:33 am
Press Release Author: \"Steve Alberts\"
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Press Release Summary: Dallas, TX- The eWomenNetwork Foundation today announced its 8th annual International FemtorŪ Awards Gala will take place on July 10, 2008 in Dallas, Texas during the eWomenNetwork's International Conference and Business Expo- the largest four day women's business conference in North America.
Press Release Body: Nominations are now being accepted for the Emerging Leader of the Year Award. This award recognizes our female leaders of tomorrow across the United States and Canada and helps them realize the promise of a vibrant future. Nominees must have demonstrated significant accomplishments in the areas of academics, business or community service. The nomination deadline is March 1, 2008. www.femtorawards.org.
"We're delighted to recognize these fabulous women and the work they are involved in," says Taya Levine, the Foundation's Chief "Make it Happen" Officer. "Our goal is to motivate, empower and help women develop leadership skills and become tomorrow's business and community leaders."
One finalist will be chosen from each participating eWomenNetwork Chapter. Each finalist will receive an all expense paid experience which includes flight, hotel accommodations, meals and full conference registration-- a prize package valued at more than $5,000. The Emerging Leader of the Year receives a total awards package of more than $16,000!
Emerging Leader finalists participate in a program especially designed for them, and are featured on our main stage during the Foundation's International FemtorŪ Awards Gala. The women selected will receive four days of skill development, relationship building and networking with established "FemtorsŪ" in the only program of its kind in North America. (The word FemtorŪ, a registered trademark of eWomenNetwork, is defined as \"a wise and trusted woman providing knowledge, inspiration and practical information to other women.\" FemtorŪ acknowledges the mentoring work done from a female experience and knowledge base).
To nominate an Emerging Leader in your community or learn more about the International FemtorŪ Awards visit www.eWomenNetworkFoundation.org.
About eWomenNetwork Foundation: The eWomenNetwork Foundation is dedicated to supporting the financial and emotional health of women and children in North America. Since its inception in 2000, the eWomenNetwork Foundation has awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash and in-kind donations to nearly fifty non-profits organizations that are meeting underserved needs in their community. It is the heart of eWomenNetwork, the number one resource for connecting and promoting women and their businesses. For more information about the eWomenNetwork Foundation go to www.eWomenNetworkFoundation.org.
About International FemtorŪ Awards: The FemtorŪ Awards recognize the outstanding achievements and trailblazing endeavors of extraordinary women. Award categories include Emerging Leader of the Year, Business Matchmaker of the Year, Made it to a Million Award, Lifetime Achievement Award and Humanitarian of the Year, among others. Each year, the eWomenNetwork Foundation FemtorŪ Award program seeks to bring attention to exemplary businesswomen who inspire others, are respected by their peers and volunteer their time and energy to serve others less fortunate. For more information, visit www.FemtorAwards.org.