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Moxie Awards
Recognizing Leadership & Impact in Gwinnett Business
The Moxie Awards celebrate the women who are driving innovation, leadership, and community impact across Gwinnett and metro Atlanta. This signature event features a dynamic keynote address and the presentation of the Moxie Awards, honoring outstanding professionals and organizations that are truly making it happen.
- August 12, 2026
- 10:00 a.m.
- Gas South District
Award Categories
Enlightened Employer Award
The Enlightened Employer award goes to a company that embodies a workplace culture of diversity and inclusion. This company is forward-thinking in its support for women employees while also encouraging gender diversity and equality.
2025 Winner: Spherion NE Atlanta
2024 Winner: Gas South
Greater Good Award
The Greater Good Award recognizes a woman championing her community. Her innovative ideas reach all members of her region and make her community an ideal place to live, work, and play.
2025 Winner: Linda Schoepf, Little Caesars
2024 Winner: Laura Ballance, Hudgens Center for Arts & Learning
Influence Award
This recognition goes to a true trailblazer. She is recognized as a leader who is paving the way for other women in a field that is traditionally male-dominated.
2025 Winner: Carla Carraway, Precision Planning
2024 Winner: Maureen Kornowa, Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children’s Shelter
On the Rise Award
This young professional is a force to be reckoned with. She is innovative, community-focused, and goes beyond her call to action.
2025 Winner: Billqeece Naqawe, City of Suwanee
2024 Winner: Leslie Clark, Amazon
Outstanding Organization Award
This award recognizes a successful women-owned or women-led business. It exhibits excellence and sets the standard high.
2025 Winner: About Face Skin Care
2024 Winner: ARK Temporary Staffing
Pay it Forward Award
This honor pays tribute to an individual who is generous with her time, talent, or resources. Our community is a better place because of her contributions and efforts to helping others.
2025 Winner: Joy Monroe, Single Parent Alliance Resource Center
2024 Winner: Tami Wilder, Positive Impact International
Moxie Award
This lady leader is an inspiration to many. She makes an extraordinary impact on her professional career and the values of her workplace.
2025 Winner: Audra Cunningham, T. Dallas Smith & Co.
2024 Winner: Allona Lane Cross, Georgia Commission on Equal Opportunity
Sponsor Opportunities
Leading Sponsor
SOLD
- Level exclusivity
- Logo in broadcast emails, signage and website
- One-minute promotional announcement
- Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at display table or in attendee gift bag
- Social media mentions
- Ten (10) seats at event
- First right of refusal for following year
Principal Sponsor
SOLD
- Logo in broadcast emails, signage and website
- 30-second promotional announcement from emcee
- Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at display table or in attendee gift bag
- Social media mentions
- Eight (8) seats at event
- First right of refusal for following year
Supporting Sponsor
$3,000
- Logo in broadcast emails, signage and website
- Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at display table or in attendee gift bag
- Social media mentions
- Verbal reference at event
- Six (6) seats at event
Corporate Sponsor
$2,500
- Logo in broadcast emails, signage and website
- Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at display table or in attendee gift bag
- Social Media Mentions
- Verbal reference at event
- Four (4) seats at event
Partner Sponsor
$1,500
- Logo in broadcast emails, signage and website
- Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at display table or in attendee gift bag
- Two (2) seats at event
Booth Sponsor
$900
- Two (2) seats at event
- Logo in broadcast emails, signage and website
- Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at display table
2026 Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Leading Sponsor
Principal Sponsors
Supporting Sponsor
Corporate Sponsors
Mimosa Sponsor
Booth Sponsor
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I nominate an individual or organization?
Click here to check out the different award categories.
Who can submit a nomination?
Anyone! You can even nominate yourself.
Can and individual or organization be nominated for multiple awards?
Yes! You will need to submit a separate nomination for each award category.
Are nominations confidential?
Yes, they are.
When is the nomination deadline?
May 1, 2026
Is there an application process?
Yes, each nominee will be contacted and asked to complete a brief application. If a nominee is nominated for more than one category, he/she will be asked to complete more than one application.
When is the application deadline?
May 22, 2026
What happens after an application has been submitted?
A confidential selection committee reviews and scores it. All finalists will be notified.
Do I need to have multiple people nominate my organization?
No, one nomination is sufficient. Scoring is based on the application solely, not on the number of nominations.
What criteria is scoring based from?
Scoring criteria directly aligns with the questions on the application.
For Details and Questions
Contact Maggie Toburen
Sr. Manager, Programs & Events
Pictures, Past Winners & More
August 13, 2025
Gwinnett Chamber Honors Women in Business at Annual Moxie Awards
August 30, 2024
Gwinnett Chamber Announces Seven Moxie Award Winners
August 25, 2023
Gwinnett Chamber Names Seven 2023 Moxie Award Winners
September 9, 2022
2022 Moxie Awards Photos
August 31, 2022
Gwinnett Chamber Names Seven 2022 Moxie Award Winners
August 18, 2022
