The Ivy College of Business will present the third annual Ivy Women in Business Awards during a special event on March 25, 2020. These awards celebrate women in business, and their champions, and serve as an opportunity to inspire young women in college as they prepare for a bright future in business.
The nomination process for the 2020 awards will open in fall 2019.
2019 Award Winners
| Champion Award
Leslie Buttorff, Quintel-MC From her nominator: “She has a sustained record of intentionally mentoring and promoting women in her company and at companies where she had leadership positions.”
Champion Award Principal From their nominator: “Principal’s consistent efforts to hire, train, and retain female employees is second to none, not just in central Iowa, but worldwide.” |
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| Inspiration Award
Kate Banasiak, Diversified Management Services From her nominator: “Kate’s incredible drive launched her into a leadership role early in her career. While this would be a tremendous feat for anyone, Kate saw the window for opportunity and rose to the occasion.” |
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| Outstanding Young Alumna Award
Emily Schmitt, Sukup Manufacturing Co. From her nominator: “Emily is committed to helping the next generation and in 2012, she was responsible for launching the Sukup intern program. That has now grown from two to almost 60 interns who are trained at one of Iowa’s most successful manufacturing companies.” |
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Champion Award Luann K. Rickert From her nominator: “Luann is focused on helping all employees be successful and reach their full potential, but has been specifically focused on underrepresented populations within her company.” |
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Inspiration Award Christina Moffatt From her nominator: “Her greatest joy is seeing others succeed in what they were meant to do with their lives.” |
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Outstanding Young Alumna Award Kelli J. Schmidt From her nominator: “Bottom line, Kelli is the go-to person for our female professionals as they plan their careers and families.” |
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