Seattle Outstanding Women in Business / Women Who Mean Business

Overview

Seattle Outstanding Women in Business (also branded as Women Who Mean Business in some Puget Sound Business Journal materials) is a regional editorial award program honoring women leaders who drive significant business results and community impact in the Puget Sound area. It is run by the Puget Sound Business Journal (PSBJ), the Seattle market of the American City Business Journals network. Companies and nominators pursue it for local visibility, networking with influential executives, and third‑party validation of leadership excellence. Honorees are selected through an editorial review of nominations rather than a pay‑to‑play process, adding credibility within the regional business community.

Eligibility Requirements

• Nominee must be a woman in a senior leadership or key decision-making role at a business or organization serving the Puget Sound/greater Seattle area
• Nominee’s organization should demonstrate strong performance, growth, or notable impact in its industry or community
• Self-nominations and third-party nominations are accepted, and nominators must complete the online form with qualitative details about the nominee’s achievements and leadership