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Women Automotive Network Award Shortlist Announced

on May 14, 2026

2026 Award Shortlist · Announcement

Stellantis, Ford, Schaeffler, LKQ, Analog Devices and more shortlisted for the 2026 Women Automotive Awards.

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.


Category One · Individual Award

🏆 Woman Automotive Leader of the Year

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.


Category Two · Organisation Award

🏆 People & Culture Excellence

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.

People and Culture Excellence 2026 Shortlist

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

  • Awards ceremony: 2 June 2026
  • Location: Following the Women Automotive Summit Detroit, Novi, Michigan
  • Format: Drinks reception and awards ceremony
  • Part of: The 2026 AutoTech Awards, with our two categories sponsored by the Women Automotive Network
  • Included with: All in person Summit passes
Join us in Detroit · 2 June 2026

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.

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