For over 40 years, the Women of Distinction Luncheon served to honor women who set themselves apart through their civic, cultural, philanthropic, human service, environmental and professional contributions to our community.
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2025 Women of Distinction Honorees
Tennessee Woman of Distinction
Janet Ayers, President, Ayers Foundation Trust
Congratulations to the following women who have shown professional and civic leadership in the Chattanooga area:
- Lee Ann Adams, Attorney, Gearhiser Peters Elliott & Cameron
- Valoria Armstrong, Vice President, Unum
- Callie Burnette, Partnerships Director, Chattanooga Tourism
- April Cameron, CEO, Chattanooga Airport Authority
- Beverly Edge, COO, General Counsel & Partner, HHM CPA's
- Darde Long, President & CEO, City of Chattanooga, Chattanooga Zoo
- Christa J. Mannarino, Executive Director of Local Services, Signal Centers
- Tricia King Mims, Executive Director, National Park Partners
- Angela Stiggins, Vice President of Operations, CHI Memorial
- Phyllis Williams, Community Volunteer
Sponsorship Information
A Woman of Distinction of Greater Chattanooga sets herself apart through voluntary leadership or philanthropic activities in the Chattanooga area (Bledsoe, Bradley, Grundy, Hamilton, Marion, McMinn, Meigs, Polk, Rhea, and Sequatchie counties) and professional leadership and accomplishments in the business community.
She has demonstrated qualities of integrity, dedication, motivation, and leadership in the community. She serves with honor and personal dedication to goal achievement.
Extraordinary women make a difference in the lives of people every day. Some may be well known around town while others are quiet and unsung heroes. We want to recognize extraordinary women who have taken on the responsibility of making changes in our world for the better.