2023 Women MAKE Awards

Questions or Comments?

Email the Women MAKE America team at [email protected].

Recognizing Women Leaders in the Manufacturing Industry

The Women MAKE Awards (formerly known as the STEP Ahead Awards) recognize women in science, technology, engineering and production careers who exemplify leadership within their companies. This national honor identifies top talent in the manufacturing industry and further encourages award winners to mentor and support the next generation of female talent to pursue modern manufacturing careers. The Women MAKE Awards give women across the country a platform to showcase the incredible opportunities the industry has to offer, whether they are running the company, designing the next big product or testing innovations on the shop floor. 

In 2023, the Institute will recognize 100 women and 30 Emerging Leaders, a category to honor women under the age of 30 who have achieved unique accomplishments at the start of their careers.

2023 AWARD WINNERS

Nominations are now closed

• The deadline to submit a nomination for the 2023 Women MAKE Awards was October 14, 2022.
• Nominators were notified of their application status in early January 2023.
• The 2023 Women MAKE Award Honorees and Emerging Leaders were publicly announced March 1, 2023.

View 2023 Award Winners

Agenda

• April 19-20, 2023: Women MAKE Awards Leadership Program (for Honorees and Emerging Leaders only)
• April 20, 2023: Women MAKE Awards Gala
  
  
  
  • 6:00 PM       2023 Women MAKE Awards Reception
  • 7:00 PM       Gala Dinner Programming – Presentation of Honorees and Emerging Leaders
  • 9:00 PM       After Party hosted at the Conrad Washington Hotel

Women MAKE Awards Gala

National Building Museum | 440 G St, NW, Washington, DC 20001

About the National Building Museum

Since it was created in 1980 through an act of Congress, the National Building Museum has transformed the public’s understanding of the impact of architecture, engineering, landscape architecture, construction, planning, and design. Through exhibitions, educational programs, and special events, we welcome visitors of all ages to experience stories about the built world and its power to shape our lives, our communities, and our future. The Museum resides in the historic Pension Building, which contains one of the most awe-inspiring spaces in the nation’s capital: a soaring, expansive Great Hall featuring eight colossal Corinthian columns. On the exterior, a 1,200-foot-long terra cotta frieze wraps the building.

About Washington, D.C.

Monuments and memorials, eclectic neighborhoods, true local flavor – Washington, DC is a place unlike any other. With a multitude of free options for all ages, visitors have opportunity to explore our nation’s history will experiencing the unique culture of our nation’s capital.

Explore DC: https://washington.org/

2023 Women MAKE Awards Communications Toolkit

On March 1, the Manufacturing Institute publicly announced the 2023 Women MAKE Awards Honorees and Emerging Leaders through a nationally distributed press release, on our social media channels and on our website.

To make it as easy as possible to join the conversation and celebrate your awardee’s success, check out the communications kit which includes a sample press release, social graphics and social media copy to help prepare for the upcoming public announcement. Use the tools below to help us elevate and celebrate their accomplishments to empower women and inspire the next generation of female talent.

WMA Communications Kit

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Secure Your 2023 Sponsorship Now!

Sponsorships for the leadership program and gala available: If you are interested in increasing your company presence at the Women MAKE Awards, please contact us for opportunities at [email protected].

Engagement Opportunities