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Center for Women and Business

Gearing Up Awards

2025

Gearing Up Dates 2025
In celebration of Gearing Up’s 20th anniversary, the CWB is excited to establish an awards program that recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions by individuals and organizations who have demonstrated excellence, innovation, and dedication to dismantling systemic barriers in career advancement for women+.

2025 Gearing Up Awards

Rising Star Award

This award recognizes an early career individual.

Ally in Action Award

This award recognizes all genders amplifying women+.

Gender Equity Leadership Award

This award recognizes a woman+ leader dedicated to creating equitable opportunities that advance gender equity in business. 

Progressive Partner Award

This award recognizes an organization committed to advancing women+ in the workplace.

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Selection Process

The Gearing Up Awardees are selected by a committee of volunteers from the CWB advisory board and Bentley faculty and staff.

LEADERSHIP: The organization stands out in its industry when it comes to advancement of women+ in the workplace.

IMPACT: The organization has made a visible and tangible impact on women+ employees and the broader community through specific actions and activities.

DEVELOPING OTHERS: The organization is dedicated to mentoring and sponsoring rising women+ professionals both within and outside of its structure.

AMPLIFYING VOICES: The organization actively advocates for inclusion and gender equity.

LEADERSHIP:  Nominee has demonstrated excellent leadership skills within their company, community and/or through volunteer activities. 

IMPACT:  Nominee has had a visible and/or tangible impact on fellow colleagues within their company or community through specific actions or activities.

DEVELOPING OTHERS:  Nominee has been dedicated to mentoring or sponsoring rising professionals within or outside of their company.

AMPLIFYING VOICES: Nominee demonstrates advocacy for inclusion and gender equity.

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Deadline for Submissions

January 31, 2025

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