Girl Scouts of West Central Florida name 2026 Women of Distinction honorees

Girl Scouts of West Central Florida has announced the honorees for its 2026 Women of Distinction Luncheon. The event will take place on March 4, 2026, at Armature Works in Tampa.

This program has honored women in Tampa Bay for 34 years and is the region’s longest-running Women’s History Month celebration. The luncheon brings together more than 600 business and community leaders each year.

The 2026 class reflects the strength of Tampa Bay’s leadership community and highlights the impact of women who guide major institutions and serve the region with purpose.

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What we know

Girl Scouts of West Central Florida announced its 2026 Women of Distinction honorees. The list includes:

Renee Dabbs
Dr. Cynthia Johnson
J. Denise Jordan
Jessica Muroff
Evita Jackeline Garcia was named the 2026 Woman of Promise
Dr. Judy Genshaft will be inducted into the Women of Distinction Hall of Fame

These women were selected for their leadership service and impact in fields that include economic development, home health, nonprofit leadership, environmental research and higher education.

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Girl Scouts of West Central Florida also thanked Florida Blue Foundation and HCA Florida Healthcare for early support of the 2026 luncheon. Tampa Bay Business and Wealth is the media sponsor for the event.

Why this matters

Women of Distinction is one of the most visible platforms for women leaders in Tampa Bay. Honorees are selected for their outstanding contributions in business, community service and mentorship. Many of these leaders guide major institutions in creating jobs, supporting youth programs and shaping policy across the region.

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This recognition helps inspire the next generation of girls who see real examples of leadership and service. It also highlights the strength of Tampa Bay’s talent pipeline at a time when the region is experiencing rapid growth.

What you should know

If you are a business or community leader, this event is one of the strongest opportunities to connect with women who guide major decisions in Tampa Bay. You can:

Attend the luncheon on March 4
Explore sponsorship opportunities
Learn how to support Girl Scouts programs that help build confidence and leadership skills in girls
Share the stories of honorees with your teams or networks to inspire future leaders

To learn more or support the event, visit gswcf.org/WOD or contact Angelique Lenox, Chief Relationship Officer, at [email protected].

What’s next

Girl Scouts of West Central Florida will continue to share updates as the event nears. In the coming months, expect more details on programming guest speakers and community partners.

With strong support from local businesses and nonprofits, the 2026 Women of Distinction Luncheon is expected to be one of the largest yet. It will also set the tone for Women’s History Month across Tampa Bay.

Takeaway

The 2026 honorees reflect the strength of Tampa Bay’s leadership community. Their service and influence reach across industries and neighborhoods. This recognition highlights the significant impact that women leaders continue to make in the region and underscores the importance of celebrating their contributions.