* Women’s Enterprise and the YWCA of Metropolitan Dallas honored the 2004 Women of Excellence at the 11th Annual Awards Reception on May 27, 2004 at the Women’s Museum in Dallas. This year's Women of Excellence recipients share several traits that have led to their success: among them are leadership, vision and passion. Ten women have been singled out for recognition this year, among them are the Council’s President, Debbie Hurst and WBE member, Nancy T. Richards, CEO of First Preston Management. Congratulations Debbie and Nancy!

* Wendy Lopez, CEO of LOPEZGARCIA GROUP has been named the National 2004 NAWBO Woman Business Owner of the Year. She will be recognized at the National NAWBO Conference Gala, held on Saturday, June 5th at 7p.m. at the Dallas Wyndham Anatole.

The NAWBO Woman Business Owner of the Year Award recognizes the accomplishments of one outstanding NAWBO Member, who has used creative initiatives to overcome obstacles, create jobs, grow a successful business, and help her community. This award acknowledges Wendy for being an excellent woman business owner who demonstrates initiative and creativity in her business, supports NAWBO's vision and mission through membership involvement, supports other women business owners, and participates in civic and community activities. You can visit the NAWBO website for details. Congratulations Wendy!

* The Star Group, exclusive agent for The Leading Women Entrepreneurs of the World™, recognized the 2004 honorees at a gala international awards ceremony in Sydney, Australia on May 9-13th. Our very own Darlene Ryan is among the winners! Darlene is the President and CEO of Pharmafab and a certified WBE with the Women’s Business Council – Southwest.

Chosen by an International Selection Committee from hundreds of nominees worldwide, these outstanding businesswomen represent nine countries and over $600 million dollars in annual sales. Congratulations Darlene!
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