The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Charlotte’s annual awards gala, starting at 6:30 p.m. on May 7 at the Crowne Plaza Charlotte Executive Park Hotel, will celebrate the achievements of local women business owners in three separate categories this year. In addition to their annual Rising Star of the Year and Woman Business Owner of the Year Awards, Charlotte will also be the host to the second annual North Carolina Women Business Owners Hall of Fame.

This memorable event will celebrate and honor many inspiring women in our community.

Location: 5700 Westpark Dr. For more information or to purchase tickets to the event, visit

nawbocharlotte.org/2019-nawbo-charlotte-gala-awards.