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I\u2019m proud to lead a team that brings such passion, talent and integrity to everything we do<\/em>.<\/em>&#8222;<\/p>\n<cite>Sonya Whitworth, Co-CEO at Surpass Assessment<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Judges\u2019 comments included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The amazing journey of Sonya Whitworth as an innovative global leader is noteworthy and deserves recognition.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>This is a very strong nomination showcasing Sonya\u2019s impact across financial performance, culture, and customer growth &#8230; an impressive, well-documented entry that reflects extraordinary leadership.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>More than 1,500 nominations from organizations in 48 nations and territories were submitted, and finalists were determined based on the average scores of more than 190 business professionals worldwide, serving across seven judging committees. Gold, Silver and Bronze winner placements were revealed at a gala ceremony in November 2025 in New York.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See a list of all <a href=\"https:\/\/stevieawards.com\/women\/2025-stevie-award-winners\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stevie Awards for Women in Business <\/a>winners this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Stevie Awards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Stevie\u00ae Awards for Women in Business are the world&#8217;s premier business awards for female entrepreneurs, executives, employees and the organizations they run. <a aria-label=\"Learn more about the Stevie Awards. 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