In honor of National Women's History Month, and to give recognition to the many and varied gifts of the Women of Siouxland, the Women of Excellence Awards are being offered. The recipients are women who have demonstrated strength of character and personal growth, made significant contributions in the past and have convincing plans for the future.
Date: Friday, March 28, 2025
Time: Doors open at 5:30 PM; Dinner at 6 and the program begins at 7:00 PM
Location: Marriott Riverfront, South Sioux City, NE
Event Details
This annual event is marking its 40th year highlighting the talent, time, and dedication of the Women of Siouxland; and has highlighted through both its nominees and award recipients, the fantastic acts of women in our communities
Award Catagories
Special Awards not given annually
If you wish to recognize an outstanding individual who has contributed greatly to the quality of life for women and families in the community, please consider nominating the individual one of the following awards:
The 21 individuals listed below were nominated in one of six categories based on their talents and contributions to the community, categories being Women Striving To Improve The Quality Of Life, Women Taking Risks, Women Helping Women, Women Developing Community, Young Women Of Excellence, and Women Of Promise. These categories do not include special awards such as the Marilyn Murphy Lifetime Achievement, Men of Excellence, or the Barb Wingert Social Justice Hero awards, as these are not always given out, but are instead the result of a review by the committee.
The 2025 Women of Excellence Nominees Are:
Aabiskar Sharma
Leslie Werden
Catelin Drey
Lori Sales
Denise Turner
Megen Noll
Esly Ovando Quinonez
Melissa Nelson
Jackie Stellish
Pamela Ingram
Jeannie Bockholt
Rachelle Rawson
Julie Ohl
Sami Giesen
Kathy Berry
Sharol Wilson
Kellie Aslani Stacey
Gerhart Kelly Thelen
Tracy Bennett
Tricia Currans-Sheehan
