The Outstanding Women of Northern Kentucky Awards (OWNK) celebrate women who have been recognized for blazing trails, opening doors, demonstrating leadership in their homes, their professions, their communities, and the region. They exemplify notable achievement, outstanding service in their professions or to the NKY community, the qualities of personal integrity, perseverance, leadership and represent the region’s diversity and extraordinary accomplishments.
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Outstanding Women of Northern Kentucky 2026 Honorees: To read more about the honorees, please see the following article provided by media partner, Northern Kentucky Tribune: OWNK 2026 Announcement
Terri Bernstein
Jessica Fette
Christine Russell
Lacy Starling
Karen Zengel
St. Elizabeth Healthcare Inspiring Women Honoree:
Dr. Holly Danneman
Nancy Janes Boothe Scholarship Recipient:
Kristin Hughes
NKYP (Young Professionals): $65
Chamber Member: $75
Non-Member: $95
Table of 10 (Member): $700
Table of 10 (Non-Member): $900
Table Sponsor (Member): $1,000
Table Sponsor (Non-Member): $1,200