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The Women to Watch awards celebrate the groundbreaking achievements of exceptional women leaders trailblazing new paths in their fields. This prestigious recognition highlights their significant contributions to their industries, their communities and beyond, as they lead with vision, innovation and unwavering commitment to progress. This year, Utah Business selected 10 honorees with enduring careers and exceptional impact to be named “Most Influential Women.”
Congratulations to this distinguished group of leaders, who not only elevate their industries but also inspire the next generation.
Photography by Beka Price Photography
Selection Committee
Erin Laney Barr | Managing Director & Market Leader | CBRE
Sydney Bright | COO | Vamos Health
Bianca Collings | CMO | Lumea
Carin Crowe | CEO | Habitat for Humanity Greater SLC Area
Lindsey England | Project Manager | Pride Transport
Kaitlin Eskelson | CEO & President | Visit Salt Lake
Honorees
Kim Frost
Director, Government Relations and Public Affairs | Regence BlueCross BlueShield
Tracy George, MD
Chief Scientific Officer & President, Innovation Business Unit | ARUP Laboratories
Professor | University of Utah
Christine McSweeney
President | CommonSpirit Holy Cross Hospital, Jordan Valley and West Valley
Amy B. Secrist
Strategic Military Space, Branch Head, Special Programs | Space Dynamics Laboratory
