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Kristen Judd: Winner – Women Leader in Financial Education, Wealth & Women’s Financial Empowerment | International Women Awards 2026
Among this year's distinguished winners is Kristen Judd, Agency Director and Executive Vice President of Money Secrets, a Division of Five Rings Financial, honored as the Winner – Women Leader in Financial Education, Wealth & Women’s Financial Empowerment.
Based in Westminster, Colorado, USA, Kristen has spent more than
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Jade Nielsen: Winner – Women Leader in Business Operations & Executive Support | International Women Awards 2026
Among this year's distinguished winners is Jade Nielsen, Founder and Owner of ABJ Chapman Services, honored as the Winner – Women Leader in Business Operations & Executive Support.
Based in College Station, Texas, USA, Jade has built ABJ Chapman Services around a powerful idea: entrepreneurs should not have to carry every part of their business alone.
Through business operations, executive support, bookkeeping, systems, project management, website development, automation, an
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Celena Luster: Winner – Women Leader in Residential Home Improvement & Customer Trust | International Women Awards 2026
Among this year's distinguished winners is Celena Luster, Owner and Director of The Window Source of Morgantown, honored as the Winner – Women Leader in Residential Home Improvement & Customer Trust.
Based in Morgantown, West Virginia, USA, Celena has helped build a locally owned, family-operated home improvement company specializing in residential replacement windows, entry doors, patio doors, and siding. Her leadership is grounded in a simple philosophy: provide homeowners
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Mind Café Recognized for Mental Wellness Innovation at the 9th SME Business Award 2026 by Great Companies
Founded in 2025, Mind Café is India's first walk-in mental wellness café, redefining how emotional wellbeing and psychological support are experienced.
Designed to remove the fear, hesitation, and stigma often associated with seeking professional mental health support, Mind Café offers individuals a warm café-style environment where they can walk in without prior appointments, enjoy a complimentary cappuccino, and connect with qualified mental health professionals in a relax
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Sonya Lea Skipp: Winner – Women Leader in Employee Screening & Risk Management Solutions | International Women Awards 2026
Among this year’s distinguished winners is Sonya Lea Skipp, CEO of iFacts (Pty) Ltd, honored as Winner – Women Leader in Employee Screening & Risk Management Solutions.
Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, Sonya has played a pivotal role in building one of the country's most trusted employee screening and vetting organizations, helping businesses make informed hiring decisions while protecting their people, reputation, and operations through comprehensive verification and ris
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Kristina George: Winner – Women Leader in Health Insurance Education & Employee Benefits Innovation | International Women Awards 2026
Among this year's distinguished winners is Kristina George, Founder of Next Step Benefits and Co-Owner of Next Step Insurance, honored as the Winner – Women Leader in Health Insurance Education & Employee Benefits Innovation.
Based in Plymouth, Wisconsin, USA, Kristina has dedicated her career to helping individuals, families, and employers navigate the often-complex world of health insurance with confidence, clarity, and compassion. Through education-first advisory services
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Jane Cesino: Winner – Women Leader in Residential & Commercial Cleaning Services | International Women Awards 2026
Among this year’s distinguished winners is Jane Cesino, Founder and Owner of Star Maids Cleaning Solutions, honored as Winner – Women Leader in Residential & Commercial Cleaning Services.
Based in Maryland, USA, Jane has transformed a small family-driven venture into a trusted cleaning company that has served thousands of households and businesses while creating employment opportunities, supporting charitable initiatives, and making a lasting difference in the lives of client
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Francesca Bilyard: Winner – Women Leader in Residential Remodeling & Interior Transformation | International Women Awards 2026
Among this year’s distinguished winners is Francesca Bilyard, Founder and Owner of Diamonds & DrillBits LLC, honored as Winner – Women Leader in Residential Remodeling & Interior Transformation.
Based in Pemberton, New Jersey, USA, Francesca is changing the face of the residential remodeling industry through exceptional craftsmanship, customer-first service, and a mission to inspire more women to succeed in traditionally male-dominated trades.
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