Challenge to consulting firms: Nominate your top female talent for the 2026 Women Leaders in Consulting awards.
Challenge to Consulting Firms: Nominate Your Top Female Talent for the 2026 Women Leaders Awards
Every successful consulting firm possesses a roster of exceptional women driving strategy, innovation, and growth. Consulting Magazine is issuing its annual challenge to the industry: Give your top female leaders the global recognition they have earned.
Nominations are officially open for the 2026 Women Leaders in Consulting awards. Now in its 21st year, the prestigious program serves as a benchmark for excellence, and this year, we are challenging firms to step up and showcase the women who are reshaping the profession.
"The impact of women's leadership on the consulting profession is undeniable," said Michael Webb, Director of Consulting Magazine. "As our industry continues to evolve, the diverse perspectives and dynamic leadership of women is not only essential to growth, but instrumental in shaping the future of the profession. These honorees exemplify the character, vision, and strategic excellence that deliver demonstrable results for clients while setting a higher standard for consulting worldwide."
A Revamped Framework for a Changing Landscape
The industry is evolving, and our awards categories have expanded to reflect the new realities of client service. In order to keep pace, the 2026 program features a comprehensively revamped category framework. This is your firm's opportunity to highlight talent not just in core disciplines, but in the critical emerging areas of AI, cyber risk, and ESG.
Firms are invited to nominate their standout individuals—and highlight their own institutional initiatives—across the following complete list of 2026 categories:
Individual Excellence Categories:
- Strategic Impact Leader
- Technology & AI Innovator
- Cyber Risk Technology Leader
- ESG & Sustainability Leader
- Data Ethics and Responsible AI Leader
- Diversity Champion
- Pro Bono & Social Impact Leader
- International Projects/Global Consulting Leader
- Industry-Specialization Leader
- Thought Leadership & Intellectual Capital Leader
- Mentorship Champion
- Talent & Workforce Transformation Leader
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- Recruiting and Retaining Female Talent
- Mentoring and Enrichment Programs
Step Up to the Challenge: Submit Your Firm's 2026 Nominations Here.
The selection process is highly competitive, with honorees evaluated by industry luminaries and members of the magazine's editorial board. Candidates are judged on their demonstrated excellence and the measurable difference they make for their clients, their firms, and the next generation of women entering the profession.
Nominations will be accepted through July 31, 2026. The 2026 honorees will be officially recognized and celebrated at a formal awards gala scheduled for Nov. 19, 2026, at the New York Marriott Marquis Times Square.
SOURCE: Consulting Magazine
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