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The wait is over. Introducing the 2026 shortlist, a powerhouse line up of leaders and organisations this community is proud to celebrate. Winners will be revealed at the awards ceremony following the Women Automotive Summit Detroit on 2 June.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague, a mentor, or an organisation worth celebrating. The Women Automotive Awards recognise the people and companies driving meaningful, measurable progress across the global automotive and mobility industry, and the shortlist below reflects exactly that.
Recognising an outstanding woman whose leadership is making a visible difference across the automotive industry. This category celebrates leaders who deliver impact, think strategically, inspire others, and role model inclusive leadership.
This category reflects the Women Automotive Network's mission to amplify women who lead with purpose, credibility, and impact across the global mobility ecosystem.
Celebrating organisations that put people at the centre of their strategy and prove that strong culture drives strong performance. The 2026 shortlist represents companies setting the standard for inclusive workplaces, talent development and meaningful employee experience.
This category aligns with what our community consistently tells us matters most: environments where talent is developed, voices are valued, and opportunity is shared.
Key Details
Be in the room when the 2026 winners are announced.
The Women Automotive Summit Detroit is the meeting place for community, business and opportunity in automotive. The awards ceremony is included with every in person Summit pass, extending the day with high value networking and a celebration of the leaders shaping our industry.
850+
Attendees in person & online
150+
Companies represented
30+
Industry speakers
On the evening of June 2, following the Detroit Summit, the Women Automotive Network presented two awards at the 2026 AutoTech Awards: the Woman Automotive Leader of the Year and the People and Culture Excellence Award.
On June 2, the Women Automotive Network came to Detroit. 714 professionals, 235 companies, 16 countries in person and online, all with their own reasons and why.
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