03/12/2026
β¨ Celebrating Women of Influence β¨
The Mountain View & Neighbours Women in Business Awards proudly recognize women whose leadership, generosity, and example create meaningful and lasting impact across our communities.
A sincere thank you to our sponsor, Community Futures Central Alberta, for supporting the Woman of Influence Award and helping us honour the women whose dedication inspires others, builds trust, and moves our rural communities forward.
π Woman of Influence Award Winners
π₯ 1st Place
Peggy Good β Rosebud Health Foundation
π₯ 2nd Place
Rita Thompson β Kiwanis Club of Olds
π₯ 3rd Place
Megan Plant β Highway 21 Thunder Volleyball Club
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4th Place
Clare Janitz β Uptowne Olds Business Association
π Recognizing Our Outstanding Nominees
Angela Aalbers β Reeve & Division 5 Councillor, Mountain View County
Breanne Wangler β Breanne Julia Yoga
Danielle Gerle β Carstairs Playschool Society
Dr. Debbie Thompson β Olds College of Agriculture & Technology
Dr. Real Nompumelelo Kunene β Rise to Greater Heights Network
Gennifer Mehlhaff β Alberta Health Services
Jeannette Austin β Excello
Monique Firth-Wilson β The Luv of Hair Beauty
Sam Docherty β Big Prairie Hall / Cremona Water Valley Chamber
Sandra Blyth β Invest Olds / Town of Olds
These remarkable women demonstrate how influence is built through service, leadership, and a genuine commitment to lifting others and strengthening our communities. Their contributions inspire positive change and remind us of the power of community leadership.
Please join us in celebrating and congratulating these extraordinary women of influence! πβ¨