Emerging Leader

Awarded to a woman who is new to store brands and in the early stages of her career (one to five years in store brands) and has already made a significant impact through their professional achievements and personal influence within her company, among colleagues, with customers or the industry.  The award is open to all functional areas.

Key Competencies could include:

Performance:  Exceptional results, notable projects, outstanding work.

Growth and Improvement:  Learns quickly, adapts to new challenges, develops skills. Seeks feedback, self reflects.

Leadership Potential:  Ability to influence others. Effectively communicates, collaborates, and motivates others.

Innovation and Drive:  Goes above and beyond expectation, takes on additional responsibilities, seeks opportunities from growth and learning.

Adaptable and Resilient:  Can bounce back easily, learns from mistakes, remains determined and focused despite obstacles.

Potential for Impact:  Ability to bring positive change, disrupt paradigms, or contribute to advancement of field.

Professionalism:  Conducts work ethically and professionally, respects others and has high standards for conduct.

Commitment to Continuous Learning: Engages in in professional and personal development activities and or organizations.

Past Winners

  • Nguyet Do

    2024
    ofi (Olam Food Ingredients)

  • Kim Ward

    2023
    Topco Associates, LLc

  • Alexis Herbert

    2022
    Daymon

  • Allison Gregas

    2021
    Weis Markets


  • Kathleen Helm

    2020
    E & J Gallo Winery

  • Angela LePore

    2019
    Simmons Pet Food

  • Deanna Dorrance

    2018
    Ace Hardware

  • Nancy Antol

    2017
    Topco Associates, LLC

  • Searcy Menick

    2016
    Sprouts Farmers Market

  • Michelle Elliott-Boone

    2015
    Brookshire Grocery

  • Dani Little

    2014
    Whole Foods Market