Prominent leaders in Missouri who exemplify the definition of the Greater Missouri Woman are recognized and celebrated at a luncheon presented annually by the Greater Missouri Leadership Foundation.
“A Greater Missouri Woman is recognized as accomplished in her field of endeavor. The maturity and professionalism realized by reaching her level of success are demonstrated by her leadership, civic contributions and ability to inspire and support others.”
2025 Women of the Year Luncheon
July 23, 2025 | 11am – 1pm
Oasis Hotel & Convention Center, 2546 N. Glenstone Ave, Springfield, MO
Join previous Women of the Year honorees as we bring together champions to support our robust, one-of-a-kind leadership development program – Greater Missouri Leadership Challenge. The Women of the Year luncheon will inspire attendees and organization leaders as they learn more about the 2025 honorees and their commitment to advancing opportunities for all women.
2024 Women of the Year
Angie Long
2024 Community Leader of the Year
CIO – Palmer Square Capital Management
Co-Founder & Owner – Kansas City Current
Angela Drake, JD
2024 Inspirational Leader of the Year
Veterans Clinic Founder – Emerita, University of Missouri School of Law
DeAngela Burns-Wallace, Ed.D.
2024 Civic Leader of the Year
President & CEO, Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Dr. Leigh Anne Taylor Knight
2024 Alumna Leader of the Year
Executive Director & Chief Operating Officer, The DeBruce Foundation
2025 Women of the Year Partners
Join our growing list.
Contact Katie Steele Danner kdanner@greatermo.org.
Thank you to our 2024 Platinum Sponsor
Thank you to our 2024 Silver Sponsors
Thank you to our 2024 Table Sponsors
