"Sue Rodin and her team at WISE deserve much credit for bringing attention to the contributions of women in the sports business and for helping nurture the career dreams of the next generation of female sports leaders. I feel very privileged to be in the company of the many capable women recognized by WISE over the years..." - Val Ackerman

"I am honored to have been a past recipient of the WISE award and want to congratulate WISE on its 15th year anniversary. Your commitment to honoring women of achievement and courage is exemplary." - Nancy Brinker

"They say you are judged by the company you keep.  If that is true, then I will be favorably considered for a long time by being selected   to be included in this extra special group of women." - Donna Orender

"I would like to extend my congratulations to this year's award winners. All of the women honored over the past fifteen years are unique, but they all share the common attribute of achieving greatness through countless hours of hard work, dedication, and making an impact through their accomplishments..." - Rita Benson LeBlanc

"Cheers to all the winners, past and present. WISE has been a force for all of us, a community of support led by Sue Rodin. And I love the goody bags!" - Lesley Visser