The Railway Woman of the Year award will honor an extraordinary woman who has steamed ahead in the rail industry, leaving a trail of innovation, leadership, and remarkable contributions. We're searching to identify women who have powered through challenges, brought transformative changes to the railroad industry, and elevated the grade for the future of women in railroading. Get your engines revved up and start thinking about those deserving candidates.

Woman of the Year — Nomination Period

Accepting Nominations: September 1 — October 18

The award will be presented to the recipient at the National Railroad Construction & Maintenance Association (NRC) 2025 Conference & NRC-REMSA Exhibition, January 5-8, 2025, at the J.W. Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort.

We can't wait to see the railroading community come together to celebrate these exceptional individuals.

Best regards,
Denise Williams
LRW Awards Chair