Dr. Nazeera Dawood Honored as 2025 Enterprising Women of the Year Award Winner
 

Prestigious Award Recognizes Dr. Dawood’s Outstanding Leadership and Commitment to
Empowering Businesses of All Sizes
 

ATLANTA, GA (March 31, 2025) Dr. Nazeera Dawood, an influential Indian American entrepreneur
and CEO of Vendorship Inc., has been honored with the esteemed 2025 Enterprising Women of the
Year Award by Enterprising Women Magazine and Foundation. The prestigious award ceremony took
place during the 23rd Annual Enterprising Women of the Year Celebration & Conference held from
March 27-29, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee.

Dr. Dawood was acknowledged for her extraordinary contributions to strategic business
development, government procurement services, and her unwavering support to minority and
women-owned enterprises across various sectors.
"Receiving this recognition is deeply humbling and symbolizes the incredible journey of resilience
and determination experienced by many minority entrepreneurs," said Dr. Dawood. "This award
belongs equally to my exceptional team at Vendorship and our valued clients, whose trust fuels our
shared successes. I remain dedicated to helping our community unlock their full potential, achieve
sustainable growth, and succeed in government contracting."

Vendorship Inc., an Atlanta-based firm, is celebrated for its role in transforming the landscape of
government contracting and business development for minority-owned enterprises. Under Dr.
Dawood’s leadership, the company has served over 150 clients, securing contracts totaling more
than $100 million. Vendorship’s outstanding record includes managing and submitting over 2,000
proposals with a perfect 100% acceptance rate. The City of Atlanta and Georgia State House of
Representatives have recognized Vendorship for significant community impact and contributions to
minority economic advancement.

Dr. Dawood has notably led Vendorship's initiatives to secure critical federal, state, and local
certifications for minority businesses, including GSA schedules, SBA 8(a), MBE, WBE, and WOSB
certifications. The firm provides tailored mentorship, strategic coaching, and proposal writing
support, empowering clients to confidently navigate complex contracting landscapes and thrive.
The Enterprising Women of the Year Awards celebrate visionary women entrepreneurs who
demonstrate remarkable business success, impactful community leadership, and significant
mentoring initiatives. Dr. Dawood exemplifies these principles through dedicated mentorship
programs, strategic workshops, and advocacy for minority-owned businesses.
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dedicated to highlighting the achievements and influence of women entrepreneurs worldwide.
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