Arizona is home to several highly respected award programs that elevate women whose leadership and influence are shaping business and community impact across the state.
Honors such as the 2026 Outstanding Women in Business presented by the Phoenix Business Journal, AZ Big Media’s Most Influential Women, and Women to KNOW in Arizona go beyond celebration. They offer meaningful, third-party validation of excellence, integrity, and influence. These recognitions spotlight women whose vision, mentorship, and leadership are creating measurable change across industries.
When organizations actively nominate and champion their women leaders, they reinforce a culture that values impact, accountability, and leadership that lasts.
Congratulations to BestCompaniesAZ Clients Recognized this Past Year!
We are especially proud to celebrate several BestCompaniesAZ clients and community leaders whose contributions have earned statewide recognition this past year:
- LaDonna Corn Weaver, Senior Vice President & Tempe Strategic Initiatives Manager, Northern Trust — 2026 Outstanding Women in Business & Most Influential Women of 2025
- Henri’ Dawes, VP, Talent Development & Experience, Achieve — Most Influential Women of 2025, AZ Big Media
- Kathy Mills, President & CEO, Donor Network of Arizona – Who’s Who in Arizona Healthcare for 2026, Az Business magazine
- Sandra Torre, Co-President & Chief Financial Officer, LAVIDGE — Most Influential Women of 2025, AZ Big Media
- Ashley Hower, Chief Marketing Officer, Plexus Worldwide — 2026 Women to KNOW recipient
- Lindsay Moellenberndt, Chief Marketing Officer, Fennemore — 2026 Outstanding Women in Business, PBJ
- Stephanie Tribe, Estate Planning Attorney, Fennemore — Most Influential Women of 2025, AZ Big Media
- Cathy Graham, EVP, Desert Financial Credit Union — 2026 Outstanding Women in Business, PBJ
Their recognition reflects not only individual achievement, but also the strength of the organizations that invest in developing women leaders, fostering mentorship, and building pathways for future generations.
At BestCompaniesAZ, we believe recognition matters. Celebrating women leaders is a commitment to elevating excellence and strengthening Arizona’s business community for years to come.
