celebrating deserving women in our community
Tribute to Women of Achievement
Each year, Waypoint upholds the rich tradition of recognizing women for their personal, professional, and civic contributions to the community through Tribute to Women of Achievement. Reflecting Waypoint's mission of inspiring people to move forward, the women recognized are agents of change in the Corridor through their innovations, organizational enhancements, leadership, and service to others. Their efforts demonstrate the positive influence and impact women have in our community every day. To date, over 1,500 women have been recognized for their achievements.
When: Tuesday, December 1, 2026
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton, Downtown Cedar Rapids
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Networking: 11:00 a.m., Lunch & Program: 11:30 a.m.)
See photos from 2025!
Check out our photo album for our last Tribute to Women of Achievement below.
Nominations for 2026 are now open!
Women can be nominated in the following categories:
- Arts, Education, and/or Culture: Recognizes women who demonstrate an ability to engage and impact their community through arts, education, and/or culture
- Innovation: Recognizes women who have introduced a new invention, idea, design, product, and/or process
- Leadership: Recognizes women with visionary leadership that benefits an entire industry, profession, and/or field
- Personal Life: Recognizes women who have demonstrated accomplishments and/or overcome obstacles that have significantly enhanced their personal life and/or their ability to help others
- Service to the Community: Recognizes women who make contributions of time within their place of employment or through personal/volunteer efforts to their community and/or country
Read the full category descriptions here.
The first 30 nominations will be accepted. A $50 nomination fee (lunch reservation fee not included) secures your nominee's recognition, and all proceeds benefit Waypoint’s vital community programs, thank you for supporting Waypoint.
Meet Our Keynote Speaker - Lynsey Mulder
Lynsey Mulder is a dynamic speaker, elite coach, and SparkLife Connoisseur known for igniting passion and empowering individuals, teams, and organizations to unlock their full potential. With experience as a C-suite executive, entrepreneur, and non-profit founder, plus her favorite role as a mom to four amazing boys, Lynsey brings a unique blend of real-world leadership and relatable authenticity.
In today's rapidly evolving world, where the future of work demands more than just a title, Lynsey equips you with the tools to lead with purpose, clarity, and connection. Her compelling stories, practical strategies, and energizing presence inspire leaders to embrace their authentic edge, the true X-factor for navigating what's next. Learn more about Lynsey.
Tribute Honor Society
Tribute Honorees continue to make an impact through Women Helping Women Scholarships. Waypoint is honored to invite past honorees to become a member of an exclusive society for women who have been previously recognized at a Tribute to Women of Achievement event. The Tribute Honor Society is a way for past honorees to continue to empower women to move forward in their lives. This yearly membership is a great way to help enrich the lives of women of are experiencing a housing crisis, living in poverty, or impacted by violence. Learn more about the Tribute Honor Society. Also, check out our Honor Society newsletter.
Tribute Honor Society registration will open soon!
Event Sponsors
If you're interested in making an impact in the community through sponsoring Tribute to Women of Achievement, please review this form for opportunities and contact Jameson at jreineke@waypointservices.org.
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