West Michigan Woman Readers’ Choice Awards Winners: SWAN Named Top 3 Professional Association for 3 Years Running
- Angela Schalow
- Sep 22
- 2 min read
The results are in! The West Michigan Woman Readers’ Choice Awards winners have been announced, and we’re honored to share that SWAN (Strong Women Arise Network) has once again been named one of the Top 3 Professional Associations—making this our third consecutive year on the list.
At SWAN, we believe that networking should be more than exchanging business cards—it should be about building genuine, energizing, and lasting relationships. This recognition tells us we’re on the right path.

What Are the West Michigan Woman Readers’ Choice Awards?
Each year, West Michigan Woman invites readers to vote for their favorite local businesses, organizations, and leaders across a variety of categories—from Health and Family to Style and Business & Career.
The awards celebrate the establishments and people that make West Michigan such a vibrant place to live, work, and thrive.
SWAN Among the West Michigan Woman Readers’ Choice Awards Winners
Within the Business & Career section of the Readers’ Choice Awards, the spotlight shines on organizations that help people grow professionally, find mentorship, and break barriers in their careers.
SWAN’s recognition as a Top 3 Professional Association highlights the powerful impact of our mission: helping women build genuine connections, create opportunities, and rise together in business and life.

Why Being a Readers’ Choice Award Winner Matters
This recognition is especially meaningful because it comes directly from the community. The Readers’ Choice Awards winners are chosen by votes from people who engage with and value these organizations.
Being named a Top 3 Professional Association in West Michigan for three years in a row is proof that SWAN’s mission—to create an empowering and supportive networking community for women—is making an impact.
Thank You to Our Community
We couldn’t have done this without you—our members, leaders, and supporters. Your votes, your voices, and your belief in what SWAN represents make achievements like this possible.
Together, we’ve built more than just a networking group. We’ve created a community where women support one another, rise above challenges, and celebrate success together.
Thank you for helping SWAN become one of West Michigan’s most recognized professional associations for three years running!

