1. How do I submit a nomination?
CLICK HERE and complete the electronic nomination form. All applications must be submitted electronically. Applications emailed to Food Logistics’ and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's staff or submitted through social media channels will not be considered.
2. Can I nominate myself?
Yes, absolutely. You are your best advocate.
3. Can I submit a nomination for someone who recently won one of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's other awards, i.e., Rock Stars of the Supply Chain or Pros to Know?
Yes, absolutely. These are all different awards designed to highlight different kinds of achievements.
4. Can I submit a nomination for someone who won the Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award in the past?
Absolutely yes, as long as the submission is different from previous years' and can explain/showcase/detail growth and advancement. We love repeat winners.
5. How long should my responses be?
There is no word count or character limit to the responses. In fact, the more information, the better. Submissions that tell a story and detail the journey the nominee has taken to get to this current stage in her career are encouraged.
6. Is there a limit to the number of nominations I can submit?
Limit one category per nominee. Those submissions for the same person with multiple categories will be disqualified.
Limit up to three nominees per company. Those submissions for more than three nominees per company could result in disqualification.
Limit one category per nominee per company. Those submissions with more than one nominee in the same category could result in disqualification.
7. Is there a ratio of submissions vs. winners?
No. We do not place a minimum or maximum on the number of winners for this award. We honor those individuals who can clearly and thoroughly detail their journey, their achievements, etc.
8. If I submit multiple applications for the same nominee, will that increase the chances of that nominee winning?
No. In fact, submitting multiple applications for the same nominee could actually hurt the chances of that nominee winning. We suggest companies communicate internally to discuss the up to three selected nominees and submit three outstanding applications.
9. How do you determine a winner from the submission?
Submissions must tell a story; they must detail the journey the nominee has taken to get to this current stage in her career. The more information, the better. Those submissions with one-sentence answers or no examples will not be considered.
Winners ARE NOT determined based on relationship or advertising position with Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Nominee names and company names are hidden in the vetting process; Food Logistics' and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's editorial staff vets based on the submission itself, which is why telling a story and providing clear examples is imperative to determining winners vs. non-winners.
10. I submitted my nomination. What’s next?
Thank you for submitting your nomination. Please allow up to 2-3 weeks after the submissions close date for the vetting process before we can begin notifying winners.
11. How will I know if I won?
After submissions close and winners have been selected, both winners and the person submitting the nomination will receive an email with additional instructions, embargo information, etc. Please allow up to 2-3 weeks after the submission close date.
12. Can I make changes to the nomination after I hit submit?
No, unfortunately you cannot make edits or changes to the nomination after it’s been submitted electronically.
13. Do I need to submit logos, headshots or anything at time of submission?
There will be places throughout the submission process asking for nominee's headshots and company logo, however none of them are mandatory to complete the submission or to be considered.
14. What is the entry fee?
Applications are free; there is no charge/fee to apply.
15. How is my submission judged?
Vetting of the submissions is based on the ability to outline in detail the specifics of the nominee's achievements and efforts. Those submissions lacking specifics may not be considered. Case in point: The more information, the better. Winners ARE NOT determined based on relationship or advertising position with Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Nominee names and company names are hidden in the vetting process; Food Logistics' and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's editorial staff vets based on the submission itself, which is why, the more information, the better.
16. Who is vetting the submissions?
Honorees are vetted by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's editorial staff.
17. What do the winners receive?
The Top 4 overall winners (one per category) will receive the highest-level promotional package, which includes the opportunity to participate in a panel discussion at this year’s Women in Supply Chain Forum™, Nov. 17-18 in Charleston, S.C.
Additional winners will be listed out accordingly, CLICK HERE for an example from last year’s winners’ chart. Sponsorship packages with interview opportunities will be available.
18. I want to submit a nomination, but the submission date is closed. Can I still submit a nomination?
No, Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive do not accept any past due submissions. Once the deadline has passed, nominations are closed.
19. What if my submission doesn’t win, or my entry isn’t eligible.
If you think your submission may not be eligible, please read through the criteria or email Editor-in-Chief Marina Mayer at [email protected]. Otherwise, if you do not win, there's always next year.
20. What is the logo license?
The logo license gives you unlimited rights and full access to include, share and embed the award logo anywhere, everywhere at all times. Sharing the award logo without purchasing a logo license will result in IP theft. One logo license is sufficient for multiple winners from the same company.
21. Does the nominee have to attend the Women in Supply Chain Forum™ to apply for the award?
No, the nominee does not have to attend the Women in Supply Chain Forum™ to apply. Nor do attendees of the Women in Supply Chain Forum™ need to be nominated or recipients of the Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award.
However, all 2025 and 2026 Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award winners do received a discounted rate to attend the 2026 Women in Supply Chain Forum™.
22. How will the winners be introduced? Will you be putting out a press release?
When the embargo date lifts, Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics will publish an article that outlines the award, highlights the overall winners and the sponsors and links to a full winners list. CLICK HERE for an example of the article. The article will include those winners with write-ups (including headshot, bio and accompanying interview) that were purchased through our sponsorship packages.
CLICK HERE for an example of the full winners' list. All winners, regardless if they purchased the sponsorship package or not, are included in this chart.
23. I'm a winner. Will I receive a discount to the Women in Supply Chain Forum™?
2025 Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award winners as well as winners from this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award will receive a special code for a discounted rate on registration to this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum™, scheduled Nov. 17-19 in Charleston, S.C.
