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The 2026 Pinnacle Awards Recap:
Each year, the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce and its Women’s Network host the Pinnacle Awards Luncheon, a convening of Greater Boston’s women in business and their male allies to celebrate incredible leaders who are driving the Commonwealth forward through vision, determination, and impact.
Over 1,200 attendees gathered at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport on January 30, 2026, to recognize nine extraordinary women who exemplify excellence through their remarkable professional accomplishments, visionary leadership, and dedication to enhancing quality of life across the Commonwealth. Their contributions have strengthened organizations, inspired colleagues, and advanced opportunities for future generations.
The ceremony was hosted by the incomparable Lisa Hughes, Anchor for WBZ-TV, who welcomed Chamber President & CEO James E. Rooney to get us started by reflecting on the impact of the Women’s Network: “As you make new connections today and hear the inspiring personal and professional journeys of our Pinnacle honorees, I hope that you remember that the Women’s Network is yours. It exists to support your success – and it’s here to stay.”
Next to the stage was Women’s Network Advisory Board Chair, CEO of Argus, and 2024 Pinnacle Awards honoree, Caitlin Dodge, who encouraged attendees to “celebrate these women’s accomplishments, but more than that, really listen to their stories,” and shared an important reminder that if you want a village, you need to be a villager. “Offer your time, introduce people, show up when it matters. The Women’s Network can be its strongest ever with all of you involved.”
With the program in full swing, each of the 2026 honorees shared powerful reflections on leadership, service, and resilience, offering wisdom that resonated throughout the room.
Emerging Executive
“Real leadership is recognizing that your power grows when you let others walk with you,; when you name your needs, when you invite support, when you stop pretending, stop doubting, and start trusting yourself.”
Shavel’le Olivier, Executive Director, Mattapan Food & Fitness Coalition
Achievement in Management – Government
“Follow your ‘whys’ as they have the ability to motivate you and help you face the challenges like nothing else… You cannot do great work alone. The greatest power is in team.”
Mary Skipper, Superintendent, Boston Public Schools
Achievement in Arts & Education
“I’m so hopeful because of gatherings like this to celebrate, recognize, honor, and lift up to remind us of what we have in common and how together we imagine, reinforce, and build strong, inclusive communities, cities, commonwealths, and countries.”
Dr. Mary K. Grant, President, Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Achievement in Health Care
“Dare to think differently. Dare to think about what needs to change in your industry, your workplace, your community. And when you see what needs to be done—big or small—do it. Change it.”
Robyn Riseberg, MD, Founder, Boston Community Pediatrics
Achievement in Management – Private
“Seek [a mentor] out, learn from many voices, and when the time comes, be that person for someone else.”
Kimberly Sherman Stamler, President, Related Beal
Achievement in Management – Non-Profit
“[Leadership] is not a burden to be endured; it’s a responsibility to be carried out… We’re all in this together. The challenges before us will not be solved by one sector or strategy; they require all of us to show up with courage, with conscience.”
Sandra M. McCroom, President & CEO, Children’s Services of Roxbury
Achievement in Entrepreneurship
“I want to send a message to every woman and every young person with a dream who has been told they are not good enough, not qualified enough, or not meant for rooms like this: You are.”
Rose Staram, Owner & Founder, RoseMark Production
Achievement in the Professions
“Three bits of wisdom? First: Be brave. Second: Walk in other people’s shoes. Third: Value relationships more than transactions.”
Elizabeth Lowrey FIIDA, RDI, Principal, Elkus Manfredi Architects
Lifetime Achievement
“Progress always comes down to the simple things: teamwork, kindness, listening, and collaboration.”
Patricia Jacobs, Ph.D., Chairman, Board of Directors, Massport, Independent Director, Avangrid, President of Northern Region (retired), AT&T
The 2026 Pinnacle Awards underscored the power of women’s leadership to drive change, strengthen communities, and shape the Commonwealth’s future. Through the Women’s Network, the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce remains committed to elevating leaders whose impact extends far beyond their individual sectors.
The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce and Women’s Network would like to express our sincere gratitude for the generous contributions and continuous support of our Pinnacle Awards sponsors.
Presenting Sponsors: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and The TJX Companies
Platinum Sponsors: The Castle Group, Deloitte, Eastern Bank, Johnson & Johnson, Massport, Suffolk, and Vertex
Media Partner: WBZ CBS News Boston
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About the Chamber’s Women’s Network
In the Chamber’s Women’s Network, there is a diverse group of more than 3,000 women and male allies at all levels of their careers, from all backgrounds, sectors, and industries, and professions, with the collective mission to make Greater Boston the best place for professional women to thrive.
For more than 30 years, the Women’s Network has connected women professionals of all backgrounds and career levels. The Women’s Network is the largest in New England, strengthening the professional networks of women.
About the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce
We are the convener, voice, and advocate of our region’s business community, committed to making Greater Boston the best place for all businesses and all people to thrive. We help our members and Greater Boston succeed by convening and connecting the business community; researching, developing and advocating for public policies that contribute to our region’s economic success; and providing comprehensive learning and development programs designed to grow strong business and civic leaders. Learn more at BostonChamber.com.
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