Our Honorees

Mignon Francois - Recipient of the 2026 Women In Leadership Award for Excellence in Business Mignon is the Founder of the Cupcake Collection

Mignon Francois

Founder of The Cupcake Collection
Excellence in Business Award
Erin Krueger Recipient of the 2026 Women In Leadership Award for Real Estate Excellence Erin is a powerhouse in real estate, ranked #1 in Tennessee and #15 nationally for homes sold.

Erin Krueger

#1 Ranked Realtor in Tennessee
Real Estate Excellence Award
Jackie Patillo- Recipient of the 2026 Women In Leadership Award for Music and Creative Arts Jackie Patillo, President of the Gospel Music Association since 2010, has been a dynamic catalyst for growth within the Christian and Gospel music community.

Jackie Patillo

President of the Gospel Music Association
Music and Creative Arts Award
Dr. Maricia Sherman - Recipient of the 2026 Women In Leadership Award for Wellness and Leadership. As a licensed minister and trusted Christian counselor, she walks alongside women on their journey toward emotional wholeness and spiritual renewal

Dr. Maricia Sherman

Faith & Wellness Coach

Wellness and Leadership Award

Cathy Bender - Recipient of the 2026 Women In Leadership Award for Prestigious Honor

Cathy Bender

Vanderbilt University Sports Hall of Fame

Prestigious Honor

Dr. Gloria Bonner- Recipient of the 2026 Women In Leadership Award for Lifetime Achievement

Dr. Gloria Bonner

MTSU Trailblazer & Community Leader

Lifetime Acheivement Award

Claudia Campbell - Recipient of the 2026 Women In Leadership Award for Young Woman of Influence

Claudia Campbell

Christian Influencer

Young Woman of Influence Award

Lenise Parker - Recipient of the 2026 Women In Leadership Award for Early Childhood Education Impact

Lenise Parker

Advocate For Excellence in Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education Impact Award

Kaylyn Sahs - Recipient of the 2026 Women In Leadership Award for Unique Impact. Kaylyn Sahs is a rising country singer-songwriter and Nashville recording artist whose powerful vocals and heartfelt storytelling are quickly making her one to watch.

Kaylyn Sahs

Country Music Rising Star

Unique Impact Award