2026 WomanUp & Celebrate Southeast Michigan

Our 2026 WomanUp & Celebrate Southeast Michigan event was held on April 30, 2026, at the Motor City Casino Ballroom in Detroit. There, we recognized the strength, vision, and determination of seven incredible women leaders who have excelled in their careers and made a difference in the Southeast Michigan community.

Read more about our remarkable 2026 honorees below and the sponsors who made this event possible. 

2026 WomanUp & Celebrate Southeast Michigan Honorees

• Laura Dickerson | Woman of Achievement & Courage Award Honoree

  Vice President of UAW Laura Dickerson was elected to serve as Vice President by the UAW International Executive Board in June 2025. She was sworn in on July 1, succeeding Vice […]

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• Joi Harris | Woman of Achievement & Courage Award Honoree

  President & Chief Executive Officer of DTE Energy Joi Harris is president and chief executive officer of DTE Energy and a member of the company’s board of directors. Prior to […]

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• Linda Hubbard | Woman of Achievement & Courage Award Honoree

  President and Chief Executive Officer of Carhartt, Inc. Linda Hubbard is President and Chief Executive Officer of Carhartt, Inc., a global leader in workwear apparel, footwear and accessories. In this […]

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• Laura Corp | Women to Watch Honoree

  Senior Manager Small Business Data and Analytics of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation Laura Corp is a Senior Manager at the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC), where she oversees data […]

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• Rosemary O’Connor | Women to Watch Honoree

  Executive Director of Racquet Up Detroit Rosemary O’Connor is the Executive Director of Racquet Up Detroit, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding opportunity for youth through a long-term, holistic model that […]

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• Angie Perkins | Women to Watch Honoree

  Relationship Manager of PNC Bank Angie Perkins has over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, specializing in delivering tailored solutions that drive business growth and efficiency. Early […]

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• Catia Sabak | Women to Watch Honoree

  Director of Communications of the Detroit Regional Chamber Catia Sabak is the Director of Communications at the Detroit Regional Chamber. She oversees the Chamber’s strategic communications and media relations efforts. Previously at […]

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Partner with us as we honor trailblazing women who inspire and elevate their community at our next WomanUp & Celebrate Southeast Michigan event. Contact Lisa Grace, Development Director, Southeast Michigan.