2026 Women 50 and over Entreprenuer Contest

Nominations/Application

Announcing the "Women Entrepreneur 50+ Award." The Joy Magazine's 2nd Annual Luncheon, in honor of International Women's Day under the 2026 theme:

"Give to Gain-Thriving Together" will have a special highlight- The Women Entrepreneur 50+ Award.  This award will honor one remarkable woman, who is redefining success after 50 while demonstrating resilience, purpose and leadership, in conjunction with the theme.

 Who Can Apply/Be Nominated

• Women 50 years and older
• Owns or Leads a business
• Demonstrates "Give to Gain-Thriving Together"

How to Apply: Submit a short write-up about the nominee, business name, and brief details about her entrepreneurial journey and how she fulfills the theme. 

Deadline: Nominations must be submitted by email to: joyeditor19@gmail.com and received by February 13th, 2026. 

A panel of women will review all eligible submissions and select one winner.  The winner will be honored at The Joy Magazine's 2nd Annual International Women's Day  Luncheon on March 7, 2026 in East Windsor, CT. 

Interested in purchasing a ticket or reserving a vendor space, please email : joyeditor19@gmail.com or click below.

 The Award Recipient will receive:

• Recognition at the Luncheon
• Editorial feature in "The Joy Magazine"
• Social Media Spotlight
• 2-Complimentary luncheon tickets
• Ongoing visibility within the Sponsors & Community

For any questions, please contact: Cheryl Jones (joyeditor19@gmail.com)