Nominations open for eWomen Network's Emerging Leader of the Year award

Staff Reports

The Reno/Carson/Tahoe Chapter of eWomen Network announced that nominations are open for the eWomenNetwork Emerging Leader of the Year Award. The award recognizes female leaders of tomorrow across the U.S. and Canada and helps them develop leadership talents and networking skills.

Nominees must be women 22 to 29 years old with demonstrated accomplishments in academics, business or community service. Complete information and nomination forms available at www.femtorawards.org. Application deadline is March 31, 2010.

One finalist will be chosen from each participating eWomenNetwork chapter. Finalists receive an all-expenses-paid experience including flight, hotel accommodations, meals and full-access registration to the eWomenNetwork International Conference, July 15-18, a package valued at more than $5,000. One Emerging Leader of the Year winner will be chosen among the finalists to receive a total awards package worth more than $16,000.

"We're thrilled to offer such an exciting and unique opportunity to the emerging women leaders of our community," said Kymberlee Simantel, managing director for the Reno/Carson Tahoe chapter of eWomenNetwork. 

To nominate an Emerging Leader or for more information, go to www.femtorawards.org/Nominations_EmergingLeader.html or call Kymberlee Simantel, 853-2120.

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 50 nonprofit organizations meeting underserved needs in their communities. eWomenNetwork is North America's largest resource for connecting and promoting women and their businesses. Information, www.eWomenNetworkFoundation.org