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Women's Automotive Association International
Professional Achievement Award
Established in 1997, the Professional Achievement Award is presented annually to a professional woman in the automotive industry in recognition of her Commitment, Professionalism, and Success in the automotive industry. Qualities that each recipient of this award have in common include: a) outstanding accomplishments in career, b) leader in business and community, and c) influence and support of other women in the automotive industry.

A recipient may be actively engaged in or retired from the automotive industry when selected. The International Board of Directors of the Women's Automotive Association International ratifies selections.


 
AWARD RECIPIENTS
2006: Pamela E. Rodgers - Dealer Owner, Rodgers Chevrolet
2004: Dr. Rose Ryntz - Director for Advanced Materials Engineering at Visteon Corporation
2003: Debra Kelly-Ennis President and Chief Operating Officer, Saab Cars U.S.A 
2002: Lynn Myers, General Manager, Pontiac-GMC, General Motors Corporation
2001: Irma Elder, Chairman/CEO, Elder Automotive Group
2000: Maryann Keller, Automotive Analyst
1999: Jane Warner, Managing Director, EDS Global Automotive Sector
1998: Bobbi Gaunt, Retired President, Ford Motor Company of Canada
1997: Maureen Kempston-Darkes, President, General Motors of Canada
 
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