7th Annual Night of Influence Awards Gala & Dinner

A night to pause, honour, and celebrate the women leading, serving, and building across New Brunswick. Some women change everything around them and never stop long enough to hear it said out loud. This is the night we say it. Every day across southern New Brunswick, women are building businesses, leading teams, mentoring the next generation, and showing up for their communities. Most of that work happens quietly. Night of Influence is where it gets the applause it deserves. For seven years, this evening has filled a room with finalists, families, colleagues, and friends who come together for one reason: to celebrate the women who make our communities stronger. Expect happy tears, standing ovations, new connections, and stories you'll be thinking about long after the night ends. Thursday, March 25, 2027 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Riverside Country Club, Rothesay, NB Your evening • Cocktail hour. Arrive, grab a drink, visit the photobooth, enjoy live music, and meet the people who make this community what it is. • A three-course dinner, with dietary options available. • A panel conversation with women sharing honest stories about leadership, challenge, and growth. • The awards. Seven women, seven moments, and a room on its feet for every one of them. Who we're celebrating Entrepreneurs and executives, educators and advocates, volunteers and changemakers, and young women just getting started. Leadership doesn't need a title, and this night proves it. The 2027 awards • Resilience in Leadership Award • Emerging Leader Award • Excellence in Leadership Award • Rising Youth Leader Award • Community Change Award • Community Connection Award • Champion of Diversity and Inclusion Award Every nominee is put forward by the people and communities she serves. Winners are chosen by an independent group of community leaders. Know a woman who deserves this? Nominations are open from December 15, 2026 to February 15, 2027. It takes a few minutes to nominate someone, and it may be the first time she hears how much her work matters. To nominate, you can go [here] or to terriannrichards.com/night-of-influence. Finalists are asked to attend the gala in person, so if you're nominating someone, save the date for her too. Tickets • Early bird: $100. Available now until Monday, February 15, 2027. • Regular: $140. From February 16, 2027. The 2026 gala sold out with 130 guests, so we recommend booking early. Everyone is welcome This evening celebrates women leaders, and it's for everyone who believes in them: partners, colleagues, friends, and families. Bring your people and come cheer. Become a sponsor Want your business in the room for one of the most meaningful nights of the year? Email [email protected] for the 2027 sponsorship package. Questions? Contact Terri-Ann Richards, founder and producer, at [email protected].