The Association of Female Executives:
Women of Influence Award 2010
About the Award
Women are creating, building and leading some of the most dynamic enterprises in T&T. Along the way, often at great risk and against the odds, they have shattered glass ceilings and entrenched stereotypes and have redefined the meaning of leadership and success, and the respect and reward due to working women.
This Award tells the story of inspiring women who are high achievers in business life in Trinidad & Tobago. These women may be in the current business life, or may have made their contributions at any time in the history of Trinidad & Tobago.
Their stories are an encouragement and motivation to younger, aspiring women. AFETT salutes these women of achievement, many of whom work quietly and without acclaim in the many different businesses and industries that contribute to the economic
life of T&T.
Our mission is to reflect and amplify the voices of outstanding working women; to share their stories of risk and success; to chronicle their growing political, economic and social influence and power; to celebrate their triumphs; and to identify and promote a new generation of leaders, along with role models and mentors for tomorrow’s leaders.
Categories
The three categories for nominations are:
Social Entrepreneurs – those whose trailblazing effort improves the opportunities and quality of life for the women generally. This award salutes a woman whose courage and determination to bring to our attention the plight of other human beings - often at great personal sacrifice – changes the way we think and interact with our world.
Business Pioneers – those who are innovators within the business community. These women have, through their chosen field, become an inspiration to others and have paved the way for women today to achieve and continue to strive forward.
National Spirits– those whose visionary contribution has had a major social impact on our country and environment. These exceptional and selfless women have, through changing times and trends, been true to themselves, maintained integrity and commanded the respect of their peers.