Join Ann Thomas and Luanne Thomas Ewald for a spotlight show on women who are leading the way in business, civics, and humanity. Monthly shows offer insight on guest accomplishments, with background that is sure to inspire the rise of our next generation. Find empowering stories here!
MEET THE 2026 “WOMEN WHO LEAD” HONOREES:
“Women Who Lead” honors female leaders from throughout the Great Lakes region who are influencing our communities in positive ways. Each year, we honor 12 of these amazing ladies at our Women Who Lead Honoree Ceremony. These women come from all backgrounds and fields … business leaders, small business owners, community organizers, civil servants, volunteers, and more. Each of these ladies offers an inspiring story of a woman who is leaning in and pushing the world to new heights.
Feb. 21, 2026 ~ Jen Brummett, CEO of Gazelle Sports, reflects on the unexpected path that led her from checking in products in her family’s store to guiding it as one of Michigan’s signature active movement brands. Listen as she shares how Gazelle Sports has evolved to help people of every fitness level find comfort, confidence, and the right gear to move pain-free. Through steady leadership, experience across every corner of the business, and a commitment to improving people’s daily lives, Jen’s accomplishments have positioned her as one of Michigan’s most notable “Women Who Lead.“
Feb. 21, 2026 ~ Renee Fluker, founder and CEO of College Career Beyond / Midnight Golf, shares how a simple belief in the power of golf grew into a program that has changed the trajectory of thousands of Detroit high‑school seniors. She describes how the discipline of the game, paired with mentorship, life‑skills training, and consistent support, gives students the confidence to imagine a future they didn’t always think was possible. Now in its 25th year, Renee’s steady commitment to Detroit’s young people has made her a defining voice in youth empowerment and a natural fit among our community’s “Women Who Lead.”
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