Railway Woman of the Year Award nominations due Aug. 16

There's a week left to nominate someone for the League of Railway Women's (LRW) Railway Woman of the Year Award.

For two decades, the LRW has recognized women who have made significant contributions to the rail industry through their leadership, dedication and vision. Women working in the North American rail industry are eligible to receive the award.

Nomination criteria and the online nomination form are available on the LRW website. Nominations will remain open until Aug. 16. Progressive Railroading is a co-sponsor of the award.

LRW is seeking nominations for an outstanding woman in rail who demonstrates vision and creativity; takes initiative; provides guidance in a leadership role; overcomes challenges with innovative solutions; and brings excellence to her organization and community.

LRW will formally announce this year's recipient Sept. 23 at the General Session of Railway Interchange 2019 at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis.

“The award is a great way to showcase the opportunities that exist for women leaders in the industry, and I am proud to have been a recipient," said Corina Moore, president and chief executive officer of Ontario Northland and the 2018 Railway Woman of the Year.