Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 19, 2024
GREATER VANCOUVER CHAMBER NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FOR 2025 IRIS AWARDS HONORING WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT
Award recipients to be celebrated at the Iris Awards Luncheon, a cornerstone of the GVC’s Inspire HER Conference.
Vancouver, WA- The Greater Vancouver Chamber (GVC) is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Iris Awards, an esteemed recognition honoring women who exemplify outstanding achievement, leadership, philanthropy, and community service in southwest Washington. Established in 2012, with roots as the "Women of Achievement" awards dating back to 1985, the Iris Awards honor remarkable women who positively impact their communities.
The award recipients will be celebrated at the Iris Awards Luncheon on Thursday, March 13, 2025, during GVC’s Inspire HER Conference—a premier leadership event designed to celebrate and empower professionals. This annual gathering highlights women’s contributions and achievements across the region and serves as an inspiring platform for professional growth and recognition.
“We are proud to continue this legacy with the Iris Awards, which showcase the strength and vision of women leaders in southwest Washington,” said John McDonagh, President & CEO of the Greater Vancouver Chamber. “The contributions of these remarkable women have a lasting impact, and we look forward to honoring their work and commitment to our community.”
Nominations for the 2025 Iris Awards are open to all, and submissions can be made online through the following link: https://form.jotform.com/243095510461148. The deadline for submissions is Tuesday, January 14, 2025. For more information and a list of past Iris Awards honorees, visit the GVC website at https://www.vancouverusa.com/annual-events/past-iris-awards-honorees/.
The 2025 Iris Awards Luncheon is made possible with the support of Presenting Sponsor Riverview Bank, as well as Award Sponsors Legacy Health and OnPoint Community Credit Union. To learn more about the awards, sponsorship opportunities, and ticket purchases for the Inspire HER Conference and Iris Awards Luncheon, please visit: VancouverUSA.com/InspireHERConference.
About the Iris Awards
Wanting to recognize women of achievement in southwest Washington who exemplified leadership, philanthropy and community service was the inspiration for what is today the Iris Awards. This recognition program was launched in 1985 as Women of Achievement. For 39 years, the southwest Washington community has nominated outstanding women for recognition. The Iris Award was held to commemorate National Women’s History Month, to recognize International Women’s Day, and to honor volunteer efforts and community leadership of women in Clark County.
About the Greater Vancouver Chamber
SW Washington’s largest business organization, the Greater Vancouver Chamber (GVC), with nearly 1000 members, has been Moving Business Forward in southwest Washington for over 130 years through business advocacy, community building, education, and creating visibility for our members. The Chamber is a supportive alliance of diverse member businesses, individuals, and organizations, working together toward long-term business prosperity. The GVC is the heart of Clark County’s business community, advocating for sound, sensible and dynamic policies that ensure a vital economic climate and prosperity for all. For more information, please visit VancouverUSA.com.
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Iris Awards Official Link:
https://www.vancouverusa.com/inspireherconference/#IrisAwards
Nomination Form:
https://form.jotform.com/243095510461148