WILMINGTON MEDIA + MARKETING

WILMA's Women to Watch Awards
2026-09-11 17:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
Our annual Women to Watch Awards celebrate the women making an impact on our community. The seven category winners are also announced at the event, which will be held at the Wilmington Convention Center.
Nominations will open in April for the 2026 Women to Watch Awards.
Women to Watch Awards Categories: Arts || Business || Education || Health || Nonprofit/Volunteer || Public Sector || Rising Star (Under 30)
And the WILMA Icon Award, recognizing a visionary woman with a lasting impact.
The rising star category is limited to women under 30. Nominee must turn 30 after September 11, 2026.
The public sector category recognizes women who work in the area’s public service sector – public safety agencies, local and state government, military, etc.
Individuals can nominate someone or apply themselves. The awards are open to those who live or work in New Hanover, Brunswick or Pender counties.

Spark ILM
2026-10-01
Spark ILM is a dynamic reimagination of WilmingtonBiz Expo designed to spark fresh ideas, forge meaningful connections, and shine a spotlight on the vibrant Wilmington community. This event blends inspiration, education, and fun to help participants explore new perspectives—both professionally and personally. Spark ILM is about learning, connecting, and thinking boldly.

Power Breakfast
2026-12-10 07:30 - 09:45
The Power Breakfast series is a quarterly gathering of the business community and other community leaders to talk about issues of interest to our region. Each breakfast features a panel discussion or individual speaker focusing on topics of interest to local companies.
