Value Statement

The International Businesswoman of the Year Award was created by the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire in 2022 to celebrate the power of women in business to change the world, both professionally and personally. Recognizing the unique challenges women face in the global business community, each nominee demonstrates an innate capacity to overcome obstacles and build successful international connections. While nominees come from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and sectors, they all demonstrate the characteristics of a leader – principles, drive, innovation, courage, and open-mindedness.

About the Award

The vision of this award is to recognize international businesswomen who create value here in New Hampshire, by connecting the Granite State with the world. It is more than an award for an economically successful business, but also considers the human factor. This award is as much about building people up as it is about building a business. The award focuses on women in the international business field, in recognition of the unique challenges, insights, and solutions they bring to their work and lives.

Nominating and Selection Process

The World Affairs Council of New Hampshire will accept nominations for this award until Sept 23, 2024. Nominations should be submitted through the official 2024 International Businesswoman of the Year Nomination Form for consideration. A committee of judges will review all nominations and select finalists for the award. Nominees will be judged with the following criteria:

• Holding a significant role in an international business/organization
• Working in an office location in New Hampshire (does not have to be the headquarters)
• Overall Community Impact
• Submission Materials
• To submit a full nomination for this award, please send the following items to the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire by Sept 23, 2024.
• Description of why you believe WACNH should name your nominee the International Businesswoman of the year (covering the period of January - December 2023)
• Resume, CV, or summary of nominee’s career and community involvement
• Supporting documents, websites, social media handles, etc.

Nomination Form