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Join Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment on Sunday, February 17, 2019, for the 15th Annual Wonder Women Awards, as we honor the remarkable women who have made outstanding contributions in our industry.
Sunday, February 17, 2019
Pier 60, Chelsea Piers, New York City
6:00 – 7:30 PM – Cocktails & Networking
7:30 – 10:00 PM – Dinner & Awards Presentation
10:00 – 11:00 PM – After Party
Tickets on Sale Now!
Individual Ticket Prices
Early-bird:
Before December 21 – $299
Regular:
After December 21 – $349
Tables Prices
Standard Table for 10
Before December 21 – $3000
After December 21 – $3500
VIP Table for 10 – $5000
NOMINATIONS
The annual WIT Wonder Women Awards honors outstanding women for their achievements and accomplishments, and their commitment to enriching their workplaces and our industry. Consider nominating a colleague, friend or any woman who has made an impact in toys, licensing or entertainment for each of the following categories: Creator/Inventor, Licensing, Manufacturing, Marketing/PR, Sales, Social Responsibility, and Rising Star.
2019 Wonder Women Awards Categories
GUIDELINES
Nominations close October 31, 2018.
Submission fees are non-refundable, and are as follows:
- $75 – August 15 through September 15
- $100 – September 16 through October 31
Anyone may submit a nominee for a Wonder Women Award. Self-nominations are welcome. You can (and should!) submit yourself for consideration. Don’t be shy!
On the nomination form we ask that you:
- Tell us why you are nominating this person in no more than 300 words.
- Follow these Helpful Hints:
- Focus on your nominee’s achievements and accomplishments instead of your personal relationship with the nominee.
- Consider conveying information in list format in addition to or in place of written paragraphs (make it easy for a voter to read and quickly see important information!)
- Review the Voting Criteria below and try to address one of more of the questions contained therein.
- Provide any additional information we should know about your nominee. Files or links to articles, websites, etc. may be emailed to Amy Good.
VOTING PROCESS
The voting criteria will be reviewed by the WIT Nominations Committee and conveyed to voters, and is as follows:
Have the nominee’s achievements or leadership accomplishments:
- Positively impacted her company, peers, or industry?
- Contributed to the growth or improvement of her company or the toy, licensing or entertainment industries?
- Served as a role model for other individuals or companies in the industry?
SELECTION PROCESS
Initial nominees will be reviewed by the WIT staff and Nominations Committee to ensure eligibility is met. A nominee may be moved to a different category than originally nominated. Finalists will be determined by a vote of the Board of Directors, Advisory Board, and Chapter Chairs. All finalists will be contacted and have the opportunity to supplement their initial nomination prior to the announcement of finalists in late November. Voting will begin after finalists are announced and will be conducted by WIT members, the Board of Directors, the Advisory Board, and key industry influencers. Winners will be announced at the Wonder Women Awards on Sunday, February 17, 2019. *There may be more be than one winner in the Rising Star category.
Wonder Woman Awards
PAST AWARD WINNERS
WONDER WOMAN AWARDS FAQ
What is the format of the WIT Wonder Women Awards?
The cocktail reception begins at 6:00 PM; the seated dinner and Awards program begins at 7:30 pm.
What is the suggested attire for the WIT Wonder Women Awards?
Get glammed up in cocktail attire, or come straight from Toy Fair in business attire – just come!
Is there assigned seating at the event?
Yes, there is assigned seating. We will try our best to seat you with everyone in your party. Please include any seating requests in the notes section of your ticket purchase and we will try to accommodate. Assigned seating is only guaranteed for full table purchases.
How do I get tickets to the Wonder Women Awards?
Click here to purchase tickets.
Does the Wonder Women Awards sell out?
Yes, this event has sold out in the past and may sell out again so purchase your tickets today!
Are tickets refundable?
No, all ticket purchases are non-refundable.
I’m a journalist who wants to cover the WIT Wonder Women Awards on Sunday, February 17. Are there tickets for the media?
For press-related inquiries, please email marykay@womenintoys.com.
Directions to Pier Sixty at Chelsea Piers in New York City
Pier Sixty is housed within the Chelsea Piers Sports and Entertainment Complex, located at 23rd Street and the Hudson River. Vehicles may enter the complex from the West Side Highway between 22nd and 23rd Streets in Manhattan.