Women in Energy is a national association founded by established members of the oil and energy industries with years of experience. Our goal is to elevate the perception and impact of women in the energy sector by providing growth-oriented resources and high-impact professional community.
Our 2026 Awards will be presented at our Annual Conference, October 6-8th at the Wylie Center & Tupper Manor & Endicott College, Beverly (Salem area), MA.
RISING STAR AWARD
The JUDY GARBER RISING STAR AWARD recognizes up-and-coming professional women with less than seven years in the energy industry, who show great promise of becoming our future industry and community leaders. This award has been named in honor of Judy Garber for her long career in the energy industry and one of the founders of Women in Energy. Nominees need to be nominated for this Award and be a Member of Women in Energy.
RISING STAR AWARD WINNERS 2025
In the spirit of our mission of Connecting and Empowering Women in the Energy Industry, this award recognizes the unsung heroine in the workplace. An unsung heroine is a woman who makes significant positive impacts, sacrifices, or brave contributions to her community or others, but receives little or no recognition, praise, or fame for her efforts. She often works behind the scenes, motivated by duty or altruism rather than seeking acknowledgement.
These women set the standards for excellence in customer service, operations, brand loyalty, and dedication.
EmpowerHER Award Winners for 2025
The WOMAN OF THE YEAR recognizes one woman that is active in the Energy Industry and local community. They have been called out for their professional achievements and have the respect of their industry peers. Criteria for this award: The nominee needs to be a member of Women in Energy and, be nominated by others.
WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER for 2025