By way of the Red Circle Honors Program, the Women’s Alliance recognizes women from the food and beverage industry in a variety of categories for their achievements, in addition to one FPSA company for its efforts in promoting workplace gender balance. These awards fall into the following categories:• Rising Star – Awarded to women with less than five years of experience who have made a significant impact with their professional achievements and personal influence in the food and beverage industry.

• Innovation and Inspiration – Recognizes women who have introduced game-changing innovations or inspiring ideas to their company within the past 18 months including new products, technology, programs, systems, or processes.

• Career Excellence – The Career Excellence Red Circle honor is presented to a woman who is dedicated to the food and beverage industry and has taken a proactive approach not only to her personal and professional development, but also to the development of other women in the industry.

• Achievement in Developing & Promoting Women – The Achievement in Developing and Promoting Women recognizes an FPSA member company that actively supports and develops the careers of women in their employ and works toward gender balance.

• Male Ally – The Male Ally Red Circle honor recognizes a male colleague who actively supports, promotes, and develops the careers of other genders in the workforce.
The deadline for Red Circle Honor submissions is August 1st and can be completed on the FPSA website via the links above to each category of the program. Winners of the prestigious Red Circle Honors Program will be announced at the Women’s Alliance Breakfast on Tuesday, October 24th taking place during Process Expo. In addition, the Women’s Alliance Network announced that Nicole Makowski, President of Makowski’s Real Sausage Company, will be the keynote speaker for the Women’s Alliance Breakfast.
The FPSA Women's Alliance Network (WAN) aims to support women's careers in the food and beverage industry and foster a balanced environment. WAN welcomes everyone, irrespective of gender, position, or age, and provides valuable knowledge, strategies, and motivation for professional growth. Through education, networking, and inclusivity, WAN empowers its members to excel in their current roles and strive for personal and professional success. WAN also focuses on building awareness, expanding membership, promoting women's employment in the industry, maintaining competitiveness, and fostering a gender-inclusive atmosphere.