Women Around the World Recognized at Event in New York
New York City, NY – November 11, 2023 – Smarty Symbols CEO Barbara Fernandes, has been named the winner of a Bronze Stevie® Award in the Best Female Entrepreneur – Business Products category in the 20th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business.
The Stevie Awards for Women in Business honor the achievements of women executives, entrepreneurs, employees, and the companies they run– worldwide. The Stevie Award has been hailed as the world’s premier business award.
Nicknamed the Stevies for the Greek word for “crowned,” the awards were presented to winners last night during a gala event attended by nominees and their guests at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. The event was broadcast via Livestream.
More than 1,600 entries were submitted this year for consideration in more than 100 categories. Smarty Symbols won in the Best Female Entrepreneur – Business Products category, recognizing its innovative approach in creating inclusive visual communication tools for education and public spaces.
Upon receiving the award, Barbara Fernandes said, “This recognition is a significant milestone in my journey with Smarty Symbols. It is a recognition not only of my personal commitment but also of our collective efforts in championing innovation and a world in which children have the tools they need to thrive. As Smarty Symbols leader, I strive every day to break down communication barriers, create innovative technology, promote representation in visual support and foster inclusivity in education and public spaces.”
Gold, Silver, and Bronze Stevie Award winners were determined by the average scores of more than 200 business professionals around the world, working on six juries.
Maggie Miller, president of the Stevie Awards, said, “The Stevie Awards for Women in Business continue to showcase the exceptional accomplishments of women across diverse industries. We congratulate all winners, including Barbara Fernandes, for their outstanding achievements and contributions.”
Details about the Stevie Awards for Women in Business and the list of winners in all categories are available at www.StevieAwards.com/Women.
Entries for the 2024 Stevie Awards for Women in Business will open in May.
About Smarty Symbols
Smarty Symbols is at the forefront of creating innovative technology for special education, with a diverse visual support library while also promoting inclusivity for education and public spaces. With a diverse library of over 60,000 symbols, Smarty Symbols is dedicated to empowering educators, speech therapists, and families, enhancing communication and learning for individuals of all abilities.
About the Stevie Awards
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs, recognizing outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com.