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Celebrating Excellence

January 29, 2027 11:00 am – 1:30 pm Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Overview

  • Recognizing excellence. The Pinnacle Awards honor the powerful women who are changing Greater Boston through leadership excellence in entrepreneurship, management, and lifetime achievement.
  • Submit a nomination by October 9. Recognize an outstanding leader whose work is driving innovation, economic growth, and community impact across the region. Explore nomination categories.
  • Celebrate with us on January 29. Join us for the Pinnacle Awards Luncheon, an inspiring afternoon of networking, storytelling, and celebration alongside Greater Boston’s business and civic community.

Tickets

  • Early Bird Member: Individual/Government – $250
  • Early Bird Member: Table – $2,500
  • Early Bird Non-Member: Individual/Government – $300
  • Early Bird Non-Member: Table – $3,000
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The Pinnacle of Women’s Leadership in Greater Boston

The Pinnacle Awards ceremony is an unprecedented, premier event, championing and honoring Greater Boston’s dynamic female leaders for their contributions to the workplace and their commitment to community. Greater Boston’s women in business are leading the region and world forward – with their influence and impact, they are building the industries and places that fortify the pillars of commerce. Every year, more than 1,200 attendees, including elected officials, business innovators, and next-gen leaders, convene to recognize and celebrate the achievements of our honorees.

AGENDA
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Registration & Networking
Find your name badge and enjoy coffee, tea, and mimosas while conversing with other guests.

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Awards Ceremony
Celebrate our honorees while dining on a wonderful lunch!

ABOUT THE WOMEN’S NETWORK

In our Women’s Network, you’ll find a diverse group of more than 3,000 (and growing) women and male allies at all levels of their careers, from all backgrounds, sectors, and industries, and professions, with energy for ensuring that Greater Boston becomes the best place for professional women to thrive. For over 30 years, the Chamber’s Women’s Network has connected female professionals of all background and career levels. Today, our Women’s Network is the largest in New England, strengthening the professional networks of women each year.
Learn About the Women’s Network View the Past Honorees

Questions? Contact us.

Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Staff
Danielle Dorey

Vice President, Programs

Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

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Caitlin Dodge and James E. Rooney stand on either side of Rose Staram as she holds a glass Pinnacle Award
Caitlin Dodge and James E. Rooney stand on either side of Rose Staram as she holds a glass Pinnacle Award

The Criteria for Nominations

  • Demonstrate exceptional professional achievement
  • Make a meaningful impact within their organization
  • Contribute to their profession, industry, or community
  • Advance or support other women
  • Operating at a level consistent with Pinnacle recognition
  • Nominations are open now through October 9
  • What Makes a Good Candidate

Award Categories

  • ACHIEVEMENT IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP

    Recognizes a woman who has founded, co-founded, or helped build a successful business, or who has made a significant contribution to advancing entrepreneurship. Nominees should demonstrate innovation, business growth, economic impact, and a commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and emerging businesses.


    • Entrepreneurial vision

    • Business growth and sustainability

    • Innovation and problem solving

    • Economic and community impact

    • Support of future entrepreneurs

  • ACHIEVEMENT IN MANAGEMENT | PRIVATE SECTOR

    Recognizes a woman whose leadership has driven meaningful success within a for-profit organization. Nominees should demonstrate strategic vision, organizational impact, team leadership, and a commitment to developing others while advancing business performance.


    • Organizational leadership

    • Business performance and growth

    • Team development

    • Innovation and transformation

    • Influence within the industry

  • ACHIEVEMENT IN MANAGEMENT | GOVERNMENT

    Recognizes a woman whose leadership in public service has created meaningful impact for residents, communities, or the region. Nominees should demonstrate effective leadership, innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to improving the quality of life for others.
    Nominee does not need to be employed by a Greater Boston Chamber member organization.


    • Public impact

    • Civic leadership

    • Policy or program innovation

    • Community benefit

    • Effective stewardship of public resources



  • ACHIEVEMENT IN MANAGEMENT | NONPROFIT

    (Organization dedicated to serving community, civic, cultural, educational, environmental, or human service needs)
    Recognizes a woman whose leadership has advanced the mission and impact of a nonprofit organization. Nominees should demonstrate organizational excellence, community impact, innovation, and a commitment to addressing critical challenges and serving the public good.


    • Mission-driven leadership

    • Community impact

    • Organizational growth and sustainability

    • Advocacy and partnership building


  • ACHIEVEMENT IN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

    (formerly Achievement in the Professions)
    Recognizes a woman who has distinguished herself through excellence and leadership within a specialized profession, such as law, accounting, consulting, engineering, architecture, science, or other professional services. Nominees should demonstrate outstanding expertise, influence, innovation, and contributions to their profession.


    • Professional excellence

    • Subject-matter expertise

    • Innovation within a profession

    • Industry influence

    • Advancement of professional standards


  • ACHIEVEMENT IN HEALTH CARE & LIFE SCIENCES

    Recognizes a woman whose leadership, innovation, and contributions have advanced health care, biotechnology, life sciences, medical research, public health, or patient care. Nominees may work in clinical care, healthcare administration, research, public health, biotechnology, or related sectors and should demonstrate meaningful contributions to improving health outcomes, patient experience, or access to care.


    • Improved health outcomes

    • Innovation in care delivery

    • Research and advancement

    • Access and equity in healthcare

    • Leadership in a critical community sector


  • ACHIEVEMENT IN ARTS & EDUCATION

    Recognizes a woman whose leadership has advanced education, learning, creativity, or cultural enrichment. Nominees should demonstrate significant contributions to an educational, academic, cultural, or arts organization and a commitment to expanding opportunities for others.


    • Educational impact

    • Cultural enrichment

    • Innovation in learning or engagement

    • Community connection

    • Expanding access to arts and education

  • LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

    Recognizes a woman whose distinguished career has left a lasting impact on her organization, profession, industry, and community. Nominees should demonstrate a sustained record of leadership, achievement, service, mentorship, and civic engagement over at least 25 years of professional experience.


    • Sustained career achievement

    • Lasting organizational or industry impact

    • Community leadership

    • Mentorship and sponsorship of others

    • Enduring legacy


Sponsors

Presenting Sponsors

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Supporting Sponsors

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Suffolk Construction logo

Contributing Sponsor

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Media Partner

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Event Host

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A Look at Last Year

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The annual Pinnacle Awards in-person ceremony at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport on January 30th, 2026.

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Patricia Jacobs, Ph.D. smiles while speaking at a podium during the 2026 Pinnacle Awards ceremony 2026 Pinnacle Awards honorees stand together in a line on stage smiling Female audience members smile and clap while seated at a banquet table
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is included in my registration?

    Networking with the region’s top leaders, inspiration from our incredible honorees, and plated lunch and dessert with your choice of water, coffee, or tea.

    Dietary restrictions? Please notify a server and they will be able to assist you.

  • What should I bring?

    An interest in connecting with professionals from all industries and career stages and a curiosity to learn from this year’s honorees.

  • What should I wear?

    Please come dressed for your day!

  • How do I get there?

    The Omni Seaport is within walking distance of the MBTA’s South Station or Silver Line (Congress St @ World Trade Center Station).

    Valet and self parking is available. We do not offer parking validation.

  • When should I arrive?

    Registration & networking begins at 11:00 a.m. If you arrive earlier than 11:00 a.m., kudos to you for beating the traffic! The program will begin promptly at 12:00 p.m.

  • Do I need to register for the event in advance?

    Please register in advance, tickets for the in-person luncheon are limited and will sell out. On-site registration will not be accepted.

  • What is the refund policy?

    All ticket cancellations and refund requests must be received at least seven (7) business days prior to the event to avoid being charged or to receive a refund. There are no cancellations permitted for any sponsorships. There are no exceptions.

    In the case the Chamber cannot execute the in-person Awards Luncheon due to unforeseen circumstances and therefore must change to a virtual format, pricing will adjust and we will contact you on adjustments to your billing.

  • Press and Media

    Press and media wishing to cover the Pinnacle Awards should RSVP to Casey Baines.

    Email Casey

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

450 Summer Street, Boston, MA, 02210

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Accessibility

The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce encourages persons with disabilities to participate, and engage fully, in its programs and events. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, including but not limited to, listening devices, closed captioning, large print, wheelchair access, allergies and environmental sensitivities, please let us know so that we can accommodate. If you have any questions about the venues, event formats, or virtual platform, please contact us at [email protected].

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