Rising Star and Luminary FAQs
HBA Rising Stars are early-to mid-career professionals representing many healthcare industry sectors. They are outstanding contributors within their companies and, just as importantly, advocates for equity in our industry workforce and for women around the globe.
HBA Luminaries are seasoned and talented professionals who have significantly impacted the healthcare industry. They lead and serve as role models, actively mentoring others and driving impactful progress at their organizations and within the industry.
Please refer to the HBA congratulatory email confirming you accept this honor by 28 February 2025. This is where you will provide the following information:
- Preferred contact information
- High-resolution headshot (minimum of 2400 x 3000 pixels, 300 DPI)
- Name and company pronunciation
- RSVP for Woman of the Year celebrations
- Record and submit a reaction video
If you have any questions, please email RSLAward@HBAnet.org.
In addition to being celebrated during HBA’s annual Woman of the Year event, Rising Stars and Luminaries receive a complimentary year of HBA membership and significant yearlong visibility through the HBA and our industry partners.
We recognize the annual cohort via a reaction video at the Woman of the Year event. Each honoree receives a free guest pass for the virtual stream. Additional passes can be purchased separately.
We are excited to celebrate you in person at the 2025 Woman of the Year event in Chicago, Illinois. As an honoree, you will receive a complimentary seat at this event, where you will sit with other honorees.
More information about this event, as well as booking travel and lodging, will be provided soon.
The HBA will announce the 2025 Rising Stars and Luminaries to our global community on 25 March 2025, and we ask that you keep this information embargoed until then!
We will provide personalized social media collateral:
- A personalized social media graphic with your photo/name/company
- Examples of social media copy for both you and your organization to post
To ensure a smooth and efficient awards process, we have introduced a $75 late fee for award submissions. This measure is intended to encourage timely participation and help HBA staff better manage the overall submission process.
This year, we opened submissions over a month earlier than usual to provide Corporate Partners with ample time to prepare their entries. Meeting the submission deadlines is essential, as it allows our team to focus on delivering a seamless experience for all participants and ensures fairness across the board.
We appreciate your cooperation and commitment to meeting the deadlines, and we thank you for your continued support of the HBA.