Women of Inspiration (WOI) is our signature year-end celebration, where we honor trailblazing women shaping the business of sports and recognize our own WISE Houston members who’ve gone above and beyond. It’s all about celebrating impact, leadership, and the women who inspire us most!
REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED!
- DATE: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
- LOCATION: Constellation Ballroom | Omni Houston Hotel
- (4 Riverway Dr, Houston, TX 77056)
- TIME: 6:00PM - 9:00 PM
- 6-7PM | Social Hour
- 7-9PM | Dinner & Program
- ATTENDEES | FEE:
- $25 Members
- $100 Non-Members
- non-members are encouraged to join for a $100 annual fee to take advantage of member pricing at this event, as well as, enjoy all other benefits of membership.
- TICKET INCLUDES:
- Entry to WOI event, (2) drink tickets, hors d'oeuvres, a delicious plated multi-course meal, and an opportunity to celebrate women of inspiration!
- Plus, the evening will be filled with networking and creating lasting memories and friendships with other AH-mazing women in our Chapter!
- THEME: The Life of a Trailblazer: The Sneaker Ball!
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This year’s theme is the Sneaker Ball—where elegance meets edge! Dress to impress in your holiday chic best and lace up your favorite kicks for a night that celebrates power, purpose, and personality. Whether you’re rocking designer sneakers or your most trusted pair, get ready for an evening of vibrant energy, delicious bites, and unforgettable connections.
2025 HONOREES:
Join us in celebrating our 2025 honorees-we promise that you will be inspired by their stories and empowered by the strength of these women and the WISE Network.
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HOLLY DE BEER | President of the 2023 NCAA Final Four Local Organizing Committee and current COO of the Harris County - Houston Sports Authority.
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TAMARA LUPO | Chief Operating Officer of Professional Sports Partners, creating impactful multiplatform and highly visible national marketing campaigns.
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PAT MANN PHILLIPS | The first woman to serve as Chairman of the Board of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR 2025 WOI HONOREES!
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
11:59PM | WED, NOV 12, 2025
We are not able to issue refunds for cancellations
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DRESS FOR SUCCESS HOUSTON:
We are excited to partner once again with Dress for Success Houston to collect handbags and other items requested to serve the needs of their clients. Please click the below link:
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NON-MEMBERS:
- In order to purchase your registration, you'll need to make an easy and free profile on the WISE website, then you'll be able to complete your purchase.
- We encourage you to join our chapter ($100 annual fee) to get the member rate, as well as, a full-year packed with fun events and networking opportunities.
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2025 TABLE SPONSORSHIP:
We are excited to offer table sponsorships at this year's Women of Inspiration Signature Event! There are a limited number of table sponsorships available so don't wait, sponsor a table today!
Table Sponsorship - $5,000
Includes:
- Table with 10 seats
- Premium table placement
- Opportunity to speak for up to five minutes during the program to share your organization with WISE Houston members and attendees
- Logo recognition in our 2025 WISE Houston Women of Inspiration Program
- Recognition on Women of Inspiration event email blasts and social posts
- Verbal recognition during the event
- Opportunity to donate a door prize or giveaway for all attendees
2025 Table Sponsorship Form:
If you are interested in sponsoring a table, please email the completed table sponsorship form to info@wisehou.org by October 15, 2025.
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WOMEN OF INSPIRATION HOUSTON PAST HONOREES:
- 2024: Mary Lou Retton
- 2023: Jennifer Davenport, June Deadrick, Zina Garrison
- 2022: Paula Harris, Nina Jackson, Rachel Quan
- 2021: Anita Sehgal, Lana Ramirez, Sarah Robles
- 2020: Carrie Potter
- 2019: Julia Morales Clark, Amy Palcic, Gretchen Sheirr
- 2018: Seun Adigun, Leah Mastaglio
- 2017: Gina Gaston, Pam Gardner
- 2016: Sallie Sargent, Anita Dimartino, Janis Burke
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If you are signed in and do not see the RSVP button, your membership may have expired.
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