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Angela Edgeworth (Apr 9, 2008 at 1:16 PM) - 2008 National Working Mother of the Year Honoree
This award goes to women who are currently balancing career, family and motherhood. A woman who is leaders in business, the arts and the community.
Angela Edgeworth
Co-founder, Manager, pedipedĀ® footwear
Angela Edgeworth, mother, entrepreneur and philanthropist.
In 2003 Angela Edgeworth's life was forever changed when her daughter Caroline was born. Caroline would not only bring immense joy and fulfillment to Angela's life, she also brought inspiration. When Caroline was just an infant, Angela went in search for soft soled shoes for her daughter. She didn't
Nell Merlino (Mar 12, 2008 at 11:24 AM) - 2008 National Working Mother Advocate
This award goes to an individual or company who has tirelessly supported and helped working mothers in overcoming their challenges and helping them achieve success.
Nell Merlino
CEO/Founder
Count Me In
Make Mine a Million
Nell Merlino is Co-founder and CEO of Count Me In for Women's Economic Independence.
Linda Bernabie-Retter (Mar 12, 2008 at 11:07 AM) - 2008 National Luminary Award Honoree
This award goes to the working mother who has achieved greatness in her field and paved the way for other women who balance career and motherhood.
Melanie Corpstein (Mar 12, 2008 at 10:32 AM) - 2008 National Create Your Dreams Honoree
This award goes to a mom business owner who has achieved outstanding success in creating her own business.
Melanie Corpstein
CEO, Adorable Originals
From humble beginnings in Amarillo, Texas to rising to lead a multi-million dollarenterprise, Melanie Corpstein is a living example of real entrepreneurial success.
AT&T (Mar 12, 2008 at 10:29 AM) - 2008 National Company of the Year
This award goes to a company that recognizes the needs of mothers and their families in their everyday business practices and in their consumer offerings.
Pat Davis (Apr 9, 2008 at 12:23 PM) - 2008 Nevada Luminary Award Honoree
This award goes to the working mother who has achieved greatness in her field and paved the way for other women who balance career and motherhood.
Carole Devon (Mar 12, 2008 at 10:22 AM) - 2008 National Woman of Courage
This award goes to a mother who has faced tremendous adversity, and has shown bravery and courage in the face of hardship.
Carole Devon
Executive Director
Foundation for Positively Kids
Carole Devon, Director of Community Relations for the Foundation for Positively Kids, moved to Las Vegas after losing her only child in New York City just after the 9/11 World Trade Center bombing.
Valerie Murzl (Mar 12, 2008 at 10:06 AM) - 2008 Nevada Working Mother of the Year
This award goes to women who are currently balancing career, family and motherhood. Women who are leaders in business, the arts and the community.
Valerie A.
Heather Murren (Mar 12, 2008 at 9:44 AM) - 2008 Nevada Create Your Dreams Award Honoree
This award goes to a mom business owner who has achieved outstanding success in creating her own business.
Heather H. Murren, CFA
Chairman of the Board, Nevada Cancer Institute
Heather Murren is cofounder and Chairman of the Board for Nevada Cancer Institute (NVCI).
Nothing Bundt Cakes (Mar 12, 2008 at 9:30 AM) - 2008 Nevada Company of the Year
This award goes to a company that recognizes the needs of mothers and their families in their everyday business practices and in their consumer offerings.