Woman Entrepreneur Award
The Woman Entrepreneur Award recognizes woman-owned businesses in Wyoming and is designed to increase the attention to and recognition of the contribution female entrepreneurs make to Wyoming’s economy.
Nominees must be women who own or operate a Wyoming-based business that has operated continuously for at least three years.
Nominations are only accepted during the open application window of March 1 through April 15 of each year. For nomination requirements, please view this form.
2026 WINNER OF THE WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR AWARD
Bria Hammock of Cheyenne Named Woman Entrepreneur of the Year
Woman Entrepreneur Award Winners
- 2026. Bria Hammock, Westward, Go Slo, and Hammock Fine Art, Cheyenne
- 2025. Marni Christensen, Marni Christensen Pet Photography, Rock Springs
- 2024. Bev Lliteras, Strawberry Patch Quilt Shop, Newcastle
- 2023. Angela Hartley-Drube, Live 2 Dance, Gillette
- 2022. Kathy Bede, Verdello Olive Oils & Fine Foods, Sheridan
- 2021. Sara Flitner, Flitner Strategies, Jackson
- 2020. Alexis “Lexie” Garrett, Alexis Drake, Cheyenne
- 2019. Ariane Jimison, Pizza Carrello, Gillette
- 2018. Kylah Bowers, Altitude Drug, Pinedale
Governor’s Woman of Distinction Award
The Wyoming Council for Women grants the Governor’s Woman of Distinction Award to recognize an extraordinary woman who has had significant positive impacts over her lifetime on women and families in Wyoming. The award is issued as remarkable nominations are submitted, but not more than once a year. Nominations are accepted at any time. All Wyoming citizens are eligible to nominate a Wyoming woman for the award. If you know a woman deserving of this honor, we welcome your nomination by completing this form. Please include at least three references with the nomination.
Woman of Distinction Award winners
- 2023. Rosie Berger, Sheridan
- 2020. Diana Enzi, Gillette
- 2017. Sue Knesel, Gillette
- 2016. Anne Redman, Cheyenne
- 2014. Kathy Wright, Cheyenne
- 2013. Lynne McAuliffe, Riverton
- 2012. Bev Dye, Casper
- 2011. Dessie Bebout, Riverton
- 2010. Linda Fleming, Baggs
- 2009. Mickey Babcock, Jackson
- 2008. Connie Coca, Laramie
- 2007. Willadeen Chamberlain, Cheyenne
- 2006. Ann Robinson, Casper
- 2005. Merle Hass, Ethete
- 2004. Kayne Pyatt, Rock Springs
- 2003. Cindy Knight, Jackson
- 2002. Denice Wheeler, Evanston
- 2001. Mary K. Schwope, Cheyenne
- 2000. Orailia Mercado, Casper
Woman Employer of Distinction Award winners
- 2015. Campbell County Health
- 2014. Willow Street Financial
- 2013. Holland & Hart
- 2012. CLIMB Wyoming
- 2011. Peregrine Leadership Institute