Enterprising Women Magazine announces its Class of 2010: The Top Women Business Owners in North America

CARY, NC: Sandy Hansen of AgVenture Feed & Seed Inc., Watkins and Rock Solid Motion, Cold Spring, received national recognition as one of the Enterprising Woman of the Year for 2010.

Enterprising Women, the national magazine for women business owners, announced its eighth annual list of the “Enterprising Women of the Year.” The top women business owners from across the United States and Canada were recognized for outstanding business growth, mentoring and supporting other women in business, and leadership in their communities. Honorees gathered in Miami Florida for the gala awards dinner on March 18 and were presented their award.

With an unprecedented number of entries this year, the magazine’s editorial team screened hundreds of nominations that were submitted. The publication’s Advisory Board, comprised of more than one hundred outstanding women entrepreneurs from the United States and around the globe, assisted in the final selection process.

“The Enterprising Women of the Year Award is one of the most prestigious recognition programs in the world for women entrepreneurs. In light of the challenging economy, this year’s honorees have overcome many obstacles to grow their businesses, give back to others, and really shine as leaders in their communities,” Monica Smiley, publisher/CEO of Enterprising Women, said.