top of page

2026 EMPOWERING WOMEN AWARDS

Tradeswoman of the Year

Kara Kingston is a business strategist, accountant, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping businesses build strong operational foundations and achieve sustainable growth. As the founder of Kingston Management Company LLC and part owner of Cloutier Construction of Somersworth, NH, she specializes in business management, accounting, compliance, and strategic planning. With a passion for organization, leadership, and client success, Kara is committed to delivering practical solutions with professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.

Kara Kingston

Additional nominees not listed above: Sara Fedele

Emerging Leader of the Year

Ashlesa Mohapatra

Additional nominees not listed above: Sofia Lozoya, Amy DiPietro, Colishia W. Dunbar, MBA

Mentor of the Year

Sanya Mathura

Additional nominees not listed above: Breanna Dalrymple, Colishia W. Dunbar, MBA

Innovator of the Year

Alexis Wenning

Additional nominees not listed above: Sara Fedele

Leadership in STEM/STEAM

Sanya Mathura

Additional nominees not listed above: Amy DiPietro, Colishia W. Dunbar, MBA, Tammy Peyton

Marketer of the Year

Kylin Aslett

Additional nominees not listed above: Tammy Peyton

Industry Advocacy

Sanya Mathura

Additional nominees not listed above: Eileen Dabrowski, Breanna Dalrymple, Tara Holwegner, Tammy Peyton,

Leadership in Manufacturing

Ashlesa Mohapatra

Additional nominees not listed above:

Ashlesa Mohapatra

Leadership in Reliability & Operations

Additional nominees not listed above: Tara Holwegner

Saleswoman of the Year

Additional nominees not listed above: Peggy Tinsley, Jamie Rosenfeld

Learn more about the Empowering Women Conference

bottom of page