Expanding HBA’s Woman of the Year Award Celebrations!
As times change, so do the needs of our stakeholders…and its HBA’s responsibility to understand and act to change with the times."
Mary Stutts, HBA CEO
2024 Woman of the Year Gala
HBA’s Woman of the Year event has outgrown the Big Apple!
After repeatedly selling out NYC’s largest ballrooms, it’s time to head west to expand our space, seating, and celebration!
Mark Your Calendars: Chicago 2025 and San Diego 2026
Woman of the Year 2025
Date: Friday, 9 May 2025
City: Chicago, IL
Venue: Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
Venue Information: Located in the heart of the city and on the Chicago River near top Chicago attractions i.e., Michigan Avenue, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, and the Magnificent Mile.
Woman of the Year 2026
Date: Friday, 24 April 2026
City: San Diego, CA
Venue: Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center
Venue Information: Brand-new property opening in late Spring 2025, premier bayfront location offering unimpeded views across the bay to the Pacific Ocean, only 7 miles from downtown San Diego and 11 miles from San Diego International Airport.