Women of the Year

Women in Auto Care annually honors deserving women throughout the industry with three Women of the Year Awards. Please note that winners must be employed by an Auto Care Association member company in order to accept the award.

Auto Care Woman of the Year

This award is presented to a woman who is a leader, mentor, and role model  who has made significant and outstanding contributions to the auto care industry.

Female Shop Owner of the Year

This award is presented annually to an outstanding female shop owner who demonstrates role model behaviors, leadership and commitment to the advancement of women.

Auto Care Woman of Excellence

This award is presented annually to a woman who is a Women in Auto Care member and who has provided recent outstanding contributions to the auto care industry while demonstrating role model behaviors, leadership and commitment to the advancement of women. She is considered a rising star in the industry.

Female Shop Team Member of the Year

This award will be presented annually to a female shop employee who has excelled in her role, demonstrating exceptional knowledge and skill and model behavior as a part of the shop team. This can include technicians, service writers, customer service, managers and any other roles within the shop.

Champion of the Year

This award will be presented annually to a Women in Auto Care Champion who goes above and beyond for the Women in Auto Care community. This individual volunteers their time, ideas, and talents to help engage and uplift our community.