About This Event
850 Business Magazine is proud to announce the 2026 Pinnacle Awards Luncheon, celebrating 12 exceptional women who exemplify leadership, innovation, and influence in their industries. This exciting event will take place on March 6, 2026, at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, starting at 11 a.m. Join us as we honor these remarkable individuals who are shaping the future of business and community development in Northwest Florida.
This event is an opportunity for business leaders, aspiring entrepreneurs, and community advocates in our area to share ideas and honor grit. With the goal of inspiring future leaders, the luncheon will feature networking opportunities, insightful conversations, and recognition of the region’s most influential women.
We are pleased to announce our keynote speaker is Carrie Zimmerman, USA Olympian and Co-Founder and former CEO of The Zimmerman Agency. Read her full Pinnacle Award Recipient article here from 2024 Winter issue of 850: https://www.850businessmagazine.com/carrie-zimmerman/
We are proud to introduce the 2025 honorees.
These accomplished women represent diverse industries and have made significant contributions to their communities.
- Diane Scholz Economic Development Director, Florida State Institute of Government (IOG)
- Sally Bradshaw Owner & Operator, Midtown Reader Bookstore
- Dr. Sherry Hartnett Founding Director & Professor, UWF Office of Workforce Development, University of West Florida and Founder & Principal Consultant, Harnett Group, LLC (High-Impact Mentoring)
- Sue Dick President Emeritus, Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce
- Monique Ellsworth Chief Executive Officer, Second Harvest of the Big Bend
- Dana Brooks Managing Partner and Shareholder, Fasig Brooks Law Offices
- Shantelle P. Dedicke President & Chief Creative Officer, Frances Roy Agency
- Katrina Tuggerson President & CEO, Capital City Chamber of Commerce
- Tiffany Edwards Vacation Rental Managing Partner & Vacation Rental Policy Consultant, Weatherby Consulting & Coletta Consulting
- Jennifer Mahardy Vigil President & CEO, Destination Panama City
- Megan F. Fry Attorney and Shareholder, Clark Partington Attorneys at Law
- Kelly Jasen President & CEO, United Way Emerald Coast
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate excellence and connect with like-minded professionals. More information about this year's recipients can be found here.
This event would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors:
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Emerald Coast Florals & Event Design
Accommodations:
Book your hotel at Hotel Effie at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, our official accommodations partner by visiting https://www.marriott.com/
On the top left it has a drop down "lowest regular rate" click that. Make sure to select Hotel Effie as your desired Marriott hotel and it should be clear from there to finalize your reservation.
About 850 Business Magazine
For more than 17 years, the award-winning 850 Business Magazine has been capturing the essence of Northwest Florida’s vibrant region to share with readers.
Northwest Florida is home to one of the state’s brightest and most promising economies, influenced by emerging industries, global investments, eco-friendly enterprise, new real state offerings, and leading-edge research and development.
850 is dedicated to telling the dynamic story of the region’s exciting new role in state, national and international marketplaces. We do this through insightful features, in-depth spotlight stories on people, places and business and comprehensive articles on business trends and perspectives.
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