Inspiration Awards

Inspiration Awards. One event. Two cities.

Los Angeles

Friday, September 20 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. PT

Location: Skirball Cultural Center - 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049

This lunchtime fête is not to be missed! Beginning with a red-carpet reception, guests will enjoy connecting and celebrating the impact of Step Up mentorship over a light lunch. Experience brand lounges hosted by our event partners and hear from girls and mentors involved with Step Up mentorship. Then, join us in honoring the women and girls who inspire us to define and pursue our dreams of success.

Attire: Luncheon chic – especially shades of navy, orange, or marigold.

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Chicago

Wednesday, November 13 | 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. CT

Location: Morgan MFG - 401 N Morgan St Suite #100, Chicago, IL 60642

Join us for an evening soiree designed to inspire! Sips and snacks will be served as guests connect with fellow thought leaders and celebrate the impact of Step Up mentorship. Experience brand lounges hosted by our event partners and hear from girls and mentors involved with Step Up. Then, join us in honoring the women and girls who inspire us to define and pursue our dreams of success.

Attire: Cocktail or business - especially shades of navy, orange, or marigold.

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Why Support Mentorship?

Offering support and mentorship for girls has never been more urgent. In early 2023, the CDC reported that today’s teen girls are experiencing sadness, violence and trauma at record levels-and at double the rate of boys. The report also underscored the important role mentors can play in offering support. When you purchase a ticket or commit to sponsor Inspiration Awards, you are directly supporting mentorship for Step Up girls and young women.

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honoring

Yvonne Orji
comedian, actor, author + advocate
Paloma Molina
Step Up Class of 2025
Alliance Bloomfield High School
Los Angeles
teen honoree
Valeisha Butterfield
award-winning culture shifter + founder, SEED
executive honoree

Host Committee

Lacey Chabert
actor + advocate
Danielle Nicolet
actor, writer + advocate
Abigail Spencer
actor, producer + writer
Vernon François
hairstylist, educator + founder
Christy DeMott
Associate general counsel, BMO Harris Bank
Suzanne Lerner
co-founder + CEO, Michael Stars
2023 Inspiration Awards honoree
Molly Luetkemeyer
designer + advocate
Sonia Menon
chief operating officer, Neal Gerber Eisenberg
2023 Inspiration Awards honoree
Beth Perry
leadership coach & consultant, Perry Consulting
Brittany Hveem
head of business affairs, Hulu Originals
Karin Gilford
SVP, digital media and Movies Anywhere, The Walt Disney Company
Tara Crimin
regional client manager, entertainment/media industry