Celebrate the remarkable achievements of trailblazing individuals in the fastener industry with the past winners of the Women in the Fastener Industry (WIFI) nominations. Each year, WIFI honors outstanding contributions through three prestigious categories: Woman of the Year, recognizing an exceptional female leader who has made significant strides in the industry; Women in Business, celebrating women who have demonstrated excellence in their professional roles and have positively impacted their organizations; and the Man-Up Award, acknowledging male allies who champion gender diversity and support the advancement of women in the fastener sector. These inspiring winners exemplify dedication, innovation, and leadership, paving the way for future generations and fostering a more inclusive industry. Join us in honoring their legacy and commitment!
 

Woman of the Year Winners
2024- Holly McDaniel of WCL Company
2023- Heidi Volltrauer of Volt Industrial Plastics, Inc.
2022- Jackie Luciano of Zago Manufacturing
2021- Nancy Rich of Midwest Fastener Association
2020- Rosa E. Hearn of Brighton Best International
2019- Simmi Sakhuja of Stelfast
2018- Mary Chambers
2017- Pam Berry of Advanced Components 


Woman in Business Winners
2024- Jennifer Sturm of Empire Bolt & Screw
2023- Lisa Breton of DB Roberts
2022- Itzela Vasquez of Stock'd Supply
2021- Jo Ann Morris from Fastener Training Institute
2020- Cris Young and Lisa Kleinhandler of Fastener News Desk
2019- Tracey Lumia of Distributor's Link Magazine
2018- Gail Friedberg Rottenstrich of Zago Manufacturing
2017- Peggy Hsieh of Brighton-Best International 
 

Man-Up Award Winners
2024- Dan Duffield of Wyandotte Industries Inc.
2023- Jake Davis of ISSCO, Inc.
2022- Tom Massar of American Fastener Journal
2021- George Hunt III of Brighton Best International
2020- Jake Davis of BTM Manufacturing
2019- John Wolz of Global Fastener News and John Radel of Solutions Industries
2018- Rob Reynolds Sr. of INxSQL Software
2017- Star Stainless Screw Company