Women always have made noteworthy positive impacts in our businesses and communities, so honoring their contributions is an idea long overdue. That’s why Lehigh Valley Business presents its inaugural Women of Influence awards that honor 28 women in our region for their career accomplishments, leadership, vision and community service. It’s a powerful list of honorees that we’re proud to profile.

Join us in celebrating 14 Greater Lehigh Valley companies and their notable anniversaries — from 10 years to 120 years ― in this first annual edition of Milestones. These companies have stories of impressive business ideas, hard-working employees and incredible displays of perseverance and leadership — all of which we're sharing in this publication. After all, you just might be able to capture some of these ideas for your own business.