wINC Nominations

wINC Nomination Form – 2026
The Atascadero Chamber is once again thrilled to recognize Women of Influence in North County aka wINC. Nominations will be solicited during the months of June and July. Up to three women will be recognized and asked to speak at a luncheon in September. At the luncheon, one of the three women will be selected to receive the 2026 Woman of Influence award. Please take a few minutes to nominate an outstanding woman who has made a meaningful impact in your life or business. Your thoughtful responses to the following questions will help us recognize and celebrate the achievements of exceptional women in our communities. You are limited to one nomination per year.
TIMELINE

Nominations open June 23
Nominations close July 23
Nominees for the "Woman of Influence Award" will be announced August 10
wINC Luncheon September 23 - Public is invited to attend. Springhill Suites. 11:30 to 1:30. Tickets go on sale July 1 through the Chamber's website.

WHO CAN YOU NOMINATE?

Women in business in North County
Women who work in or lead a non-profit organization in North County
Women in hospitality in North County
Women who are frontline medical or public safety workers in North County

WHO YOU CAN'T NOMINATE
- Elected officials
- Candidates for office
- AAUW Board Members
- Atascadero Chamber of Commerce Board Members https://www.atascaderochamber.org/about/board-of-directors/
- Atascadero Chamber staff https://www.atascaderochamber.org/about/staff/
- Previous wINC recipients
Your name

First NameLast Name
Your occupation/professional title
Your email
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Your phone number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Who do you nominate?

First NameLast Name
Nominee's occupation/professional title
Nominee's email
example@example.com
Nominee's phone number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Are you willing to be contacted for further information regarding your nomination, if needed?

Nomination Questions
Please review all of the following questions before answering as there are subtle but important differences between each one. Provide thoughtful responses that adhere to the minimum and maximum word counts. Note that the quality of the response is more important than the number of nominations received for a candidate... this is not a popularity contest! The following is the Point Guideline breakdown that will be used to help the judges score each response. Each nomination is scored from 0-10 with a possible 30 points.

Point Guidelines

9-10 Convincing examples indicate an extraordinary level of influence.

6-8 Examples indicate a high level of influence.

3-5 Examples suggest a limited level of influence.

0-2 Examples are not offered or provide little evidence.
Question 1
How has the nominee made a meaningful impactin your life, business, or organization? Please provide specific examples and describe her contributions. (Minimum 50 words - Max 300 words)

Point Guidelines

9-10      Convincing examples indicate an extraordinary level of influence.

6-8        Examples indicate a high level of influence.

3-5        Examples suggest a limited level of influence.

0-2        Examples are not offered or provide little evidence.
Your response (Minimum 50 words - Max 300 words)

Question 2
In what ways has the nominee positively influenced our North County communities? Please provide examples of her involvement, leadership, achievements, impacts, or initiatives. (Minimum 50 words - Max 300 words)

Point Guidelines

9-10      Convincing examples indicate an extraordinary level of influence.

6-8        Examples indicate a high level of influence.

3-5        Examples suggest a limited level of influence.

0-2        Examples are not offered or provide little evidence.
Your response (Minimum 50 words - Max 300 words)

Question 3
How has the nominee been an inspiration or role model to others, particularly women in North County? Please share any stories or instances where she has influenced or empowered individuals. (Minimum 50 words - Max 300 words)

Point Guidelines

9-10      Convincing examples indicate an extraordinary level of influence.

6-8        Examples indicate a high level of influence.

3-5        Examples suggest a limited level of influence.

0-2        Examples are not offered or provide little evidence.
Your response (Minimum 50 words - Max 300 words)

Is there any additional information you would like to provide that supports your nomination? (Optional)
Celebrate your nominee with a floral centerpiece displayed in her honor at the wINC Luncheon. Cost is $35.

Thank you for your nomination! We hope to see you at the wINC luncheon on September 23, 2026.
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wINC Nomination Form – 2026

Nomination Questions

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