Greater Perimeter Chamber Opens Nominations for 2025 Woman of Distinction Award

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 14, 2025

Greater Perimeter Chamber Opens Nominations for 2025 Woman of Distinction Award

Honoring Exceptional Women Who Lead, Serve, and Inspire Across the Perimeter Region

Sandy Springs, GA — The Greater Perimeter Chamber (GPC) is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Woman of Distinction Award.

Let’s honor and celebrate a remarkable woman who demonstrates outstanding leadership, integrity, and community impact within the Perimeter region.

Winner Announced and Honored: October 22, 2025, at the Greater Perimeter Chamber Signature Luncheon

Nominate a woman of distinction from Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, and the surrounding greater perimeter areas.

Board Member Tisha Rosamond in collaboration with the Chamber’s Women’s Business Network is excited to uphold the legacy of this award. Spotlighting women whose contributions shape the region’s vitality, diversity and community spirit.

“This award is more than a recognition of personal excellence — it is a heartfelt tribute to women whose leadership, service, and unwavering commitment have created lasting impact in their communities. added Tisha Rosamond. These women of distinction lead not for recognition, but out of a deep desire to uplift, inspire, and bring about meaningful change. Through their strength, compassion, and tireless efforts, they remind us all of the extraordinary power of purpose-driven leadership and the vital role women play in shaping a better world for everyone.”

Nominees will be evaluated by a selection committee on the following criteria:

· Leadership: Influence within their organization, industry, or the broader community
· Community Contribution: Demonstrated positive impact in the Perimeter region
· Character: Embodiment of values such as integrity, resilience, compassion, and innovation
· Overall Distinction: A compelling narrative that illustrates why the nominee stands out

Key Dates:
· Nominations Open: May 14 – July 21, 2025
· Voting (Selection Committee): August 1–25, 2025
· Winner and Finalists Notified: August 31, 2025
· Finalists Spotlighted: September 2025

This year’s Women of Distinction Signature Luncheon will feature veteran broadcaster Monica Kaufman Pearson as the honored speaker.

Monica is a celebrated trailblazer in broadcast journalism, known as the first woman and the first minority to anchor the evening news in Atlanta. Her 37-year career with WSB-TV and her ongoing work as a civic leader make her a powerful voice in honoring women who lead with courage, authenticity, and impact. After being retired for 10 years, Monica was recently lured back into the business by Gray TV to host an hour-long personality interview show, ‘Monica Pearson One-on-One’, on Peachtree TV (WPCH-TV).

During her 52 years in newspaper, public relations, radio and TV, she has won 33 Southern Regional and local Emmy Awards for reporting, anchoring, and her former celebrity interview show ‘Closeups’. Monica refers to retirement as “rewirement”, and she is currently a voice-over artist. public speaker, emcee, and spokesperson.

“Having Monica Kaufman Pearson as our keynote speaker elevates the meaning of this recognition,” said Paula Shiver, Executive Vice President of the Chamber. “Her story is one of excellence, resilience, and paving the way for others—exactly the kind of legacy our Woman of Distinction honoree represents.”