• 2026 Power Tool Champion Awards – Nomination Form Survey

    Nominations are open for Power Up 2026. These awards honor women who didn't just learn the leadership power tools; they used them. Nominate yourself or a peer. Winners must attend in person in Washington, D.C., August 25–26, 2026 Nominations close Friday, June 12th, 2026. Winners will be notified on Friday, June 19th, 2026.
  • 1. Are you nominating yourself or someone else?*
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • 3. Which award category is the nomination for?*
  • 5. Can this nominee attend the Take The Lead Conference in D.C. on August 25–26, 2026? (Required to be eligible.)*
  • 8. How Did You Hear About the Nominations?*
  • 9. Would you like to receive updates about the Power Up Conference and other Take The Lead opportunities?*
  • Thank you for taking the time to submit a nomination and be part of this powerful recognition process.

    This is just the beginning.

    All Power Tool Champion Award winners will receive two complimentary tickets to the Power Up Concert & Conference in Washington, D.C.—one for themselves and one for a guest. It’s our way of honoring your leadership and making sure your voice is celebrated in the room, in real time.

    🗓️ Save the dates: August 25–26, 2026
    📍 Location: Washington, D.C.

    Our selection committee will carefully review all submissions. Award recipients will be chosen based on the depth of alignment with their nominated Power Tool category and their demonstrated impact through Take The Lead’s programs and Power Up events.

    We can’t wait to recognize the bold, brilliant leaders who are using the 9 Leadership Power Tools to transform their communities—and shift the future of leadership.

    Your voice. Your story. Your power.

    Let’s elevate it—together.

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