Women On The Move

2026 Women on the Move Nominations

Texas Executive Women’s Women on the Move Program

 

The mission of Texas Executive Women is to support programs that recognize, develop and fund the advancement of all women in the community.

Since 1979, the membership of Texas Executive Women (TEW) has included some of the most powerful and successful women in Houston. Then in 1985, the brand grew to include Women on the Move, which recognizes ten exceptional women and one rising star each year. Soon after, the Texas Executive Women Scholarship Fund was created, and since its inception, thousands of girls’ lives have been forever changed through scholarships, field trips and individualized mentoring.

The Women on the Move luncheon is TEW’s sole fundraising initiative.

Nomination Package Due September 21, 2026

 

Woman on the Move Eligibility Criteria 

  • Professional Track Record: Has at least 7 years of progressive professional, business, or civic leadership experience.
  • Leadership Position: Holds a key executive role, owns a business, or possesses national distinction/recognition in their industry.
  • Active Community Commitment: Must demonstrate meaningful involvement in civic, charitable, or community initiatives beyond their primary career duties.

Rising Star Eligibility Criteria 

  • Age Limit: Must be thirty-five or younger.
  • Dual Commitment: Must demonstrate a strong track record of both career advancement and community leadership.

Additional Requirements

  • Interview Requirement: All nominees must participate in an in-person interview on September 29th. No exceptions.
  • Houston Resident: Must be a greater Houston area resident since January 1, 2024.
  • Ineligible Nominees: Current TEW Board members, WOM committee members, and declared candidates for public office.

Honoree Commitment 

  • Attend Luncheon: December 8, 2026 at The Briar Club.
  • WOM Fundraising: Sponsor or raise a minimum of $5,000. In-kind contributions are not applicable. Provide 20-30 contacts to TEW to assist with your personal fundraising.
  • Rising Star Fundraising: Sponsor or raise a minimum of $2,500. In-kind contributions are not applicable. Provide 10-20 contacts to TEW to assist with your personal fundraising.
  • TEW Commitment: Participate actively with TEW as a member and volunteer.

Women on the Move Nomination Form

All materials MUST be submitted via www.texasexecutivewomen.org and only complete packages submitted by the deadline will be considered. Questions can be submitted to cpotter@carriepottergroup.com.

Nomination Package Due September 21, 2026

    Nominators may only nominate a maximum of three (3) nominees.
  • Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 300 MB.
    NOMINEE PACKAGE • Nominator Letter of Recommendation • Additional Letter of Recommendation • Resume, Curriculum Vitae, or Executive Biography • Nominee Narrative up to five pages that will provide insight into nominee’s life journey written in her own words to include significant challenges, achievements, keys to success, motivation for community engagement work, etc. • Submit all documents in one (1) PDF package via the website by September 11th • Incomplete packages will not be considered.