09/14/2026
We couldn’t be more proud to see our President, Melissa Nemmer, nominated for the Leading Waco Women Leadership Award.
Her leadership, dedication, and vision have made an impact far beyond the walls of Nemmer Electric. She has always been a steady rock for the people around her, someone we can turn to for guidance, encouragement, and perspective. She leads with strength and heart, and her example continues to inspire all of us who have the privilege of working alongside her.
We are incredibly proud of her and the example she sets for the next generation of women leaders. Congratulations, Melissa! ❤️
We’re pleased to recognize this year’s Leading Waco Women Leadership Award nominees, an outstanding group of women whose leadership, service and impact are helping shape the Greater Waco community.
Andrea Barefield, City of Waco
Krystle Bates, MD Direct Access Primary Care
Fiona Bond, Creative Waco
Jennifer Branch, City of Waco
Alexandra Brock, McLennan County Diaper Collective
Delisa Burnell-Smith, NeighborWorks Waco
Rachel Finn, Ascension Providence Foundation
Chaquinta Fisher, McLennan County Information Technology
Ann Harder, Rogue Media Group
Cheryl Irwin, Harmony Science Academy Waco
LaJuana Jones, DNP, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest
Sonia Madatali, Le Danni Fine Jewelers
Jennifer Manning, Pattillo, Brown and Hill LLP
Robin McDurham, PhD, Transformation Waco
Melissa Nemmer, Nemmer Electric
Courtney Ray, Glazer's B**r and Beverage - Waco
Chelsa Ressetar, Vanguard College Preparatory School
Leslie Rhodes, TFNB Your Bank for Life
Jennifer Sitton, GLS Texas
The Rev. Samantha R.E. Smith, Saint Paul's Episcopal Church
Melissa Thompson, Waco Police Department
Kayelee Watson, American Amicable Group
One of these remarkable women will be named the 2026 Leading Waco Women Leadership Award recipient LIVE at the Leading Waco Women Fall Summit on Nov. 19.
Register now: wacochamber.com/leading-waco-women/
Presenting sponsors: Ascension Providence and Waco Cardiology Associates