2023

“Estas mujeres son una inspiración para otras”, dijo Joni Karandjeff, presidenta del Almuerzo de Mujeres Exitosas. “Los 10 homenajeados de este año han hecho todo lo posible para hacer de St. Louis un mejor lugar para vivir y trabajar, y estamos emocionados de celebrarlos en el almuerzo anual de Women of Achievement en mayo”.

Para obtener información adicional sobre los premios, el almuerzo y los homenajeados, visite www.woastl.org

Each year, Women of Achievement selects 10 honorees from an extensive process that begins with nominations submitted by the public. The honorees are volunteers who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the betterment of the St. Louis region through unpaid voluntary contributions, volunteer

Among the winners, the nomination of Gabriela Ramírez Arellano stands out. Originally from Mexico and inspired by her own experience growing up in the US, Gabriela is committed to helping others. Since she returned to St. Louis in 2016, she has focused her volunteer efforts on supporting small businesses, economic development, and language access. Gabriela helps small business owners achieve her dreams through her work at CORTEX and with her Auténtico podcast in collaboration with STLPR. Her work at the BALSA Foundation promotes social equity and prosperity. Gabriela, an author and marathon runner, is so proud to raise amazing children who inspire her to help make the world a better place.

“We are highlighting a selection of notable women who are committed to bettering and supporting the St. Louis community through volunteerism,” said Pam Toder, president of Women of Achievement. “For 68 years, Women of Achievement has been proud to honor the extraordinary volunteer efforts of women across the region.These are women who are motivated to give back and find a way to do it as a volunteer. Their work is vital to nonprofits and causes throughout the region, and we want to call attention to them and thank them for their tremendous commitment and impact.” leadership, and a meaningful volunteer career.

The Class of 2023 honorees will be recognized at the 2023 Women of Achievement Luncheon on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at the Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. Doors open at 11:15 a.m. Lunch ends at 1:30 p.m. During lunch, a 30-minute video will be shown about the honorees and their extensive service to the St. Louis region.

“These women are an inspiration to others,” said Joni Karandjeff, president of the Successful Women’s Luncheon. “This year’s 10 honorees have done everything they can to make St. Louis a better place to live and work, and we’re excited to celebrate them at the annual Women of Achievement Luncheon in May.”

For additional information on the awards, luncheon, and honorees, visit www.woastl.org

Originaria de México e inspirada por su propia experiencia al crecer en los EE. UU., Gabriela está comprometida a ayudar a los demás. Desde que regresó a St. Louis en 2016, ha centrado sus esfuerzos de voluntariado en el apoyo a las pequeñas empresas, el desarrollo económico y el acceso al idioma. Gabriela ayuda a los pequeños empresarios a alcanzar sus sueños a través de su trabajo en CORTEX y con su podcast Auténtico en colaboración con STLPR. Su trabajo en la Fundación BALSA promueve la equidad social y la prosperidad. Gabriela, autora y corredora de maratones, está muy orgullosa de criar niños increíbles que la inspiran a ayudar a hacer del mundo un lugar mejor.