Women of Distinction nominations now open

People interested in nominating distinguished women to the 2019 Women of Distinction awards in Northern Colorado have one month, until Jan. 7, to submit their applications.

Women of Distinction is a BizWest program designed to recognize the achievements of women in business, government and nonprofits. Winners will be recognized at a celebration breakfast on April 2 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Embassy Suites hotel and conference center, 4705 Clydesdale Parkway, Loveland.

A candidate is eligible if:

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• She lives or works in Larimer or Weld counties.
• Is nominated for only one award in any one year.
• Was not an honoree in a previous year but may be re-nominated.
• Is not nominated for a category in which she has previously been an honoree, but may be nominated for a category in which she was not previously honored.

Nominations must be received by Jan. 7, and anyone may nominate a candidate. Nominations must be complete — all questions on the nomination form answered. The nominee will be asked to complete an application and provide a current resume.

Previous Women of Distinction honorees, plus two staff representatives from BizWest, will evaluate the nominations, designate finalists in each category and select winners.

The April event will honor 10 women, plus a mentor to professional women.