10th Annual WDAS Women of Excellence Luncheon

105.3 WDAS is honoring phenomenal women all over the Tri-State area and representing to you the 10th Annual WDAS Women of Excellence Luncheon!

Saturday, April 4, 2026 @ Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown - 201 N 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Honorees include:
The Honorable Joanna E. McClinton: Speaker, PA House of Representatives
Michele Lawrence: Managing Director, Head of Strategy, Growth and Operations, Chase
Ashley Christopher, Esq: CEO, HBCU Week Foundation
Sereena Quick: Owner, Chick-Fil-A City Ave
Autumn Lockwood: Associate Performance Coach, Philadelphia Eagles

Introducing this year's Women of Excellence LEGEND Award for & TV & Media honoree...the incomparable Tamron Hall!

And congratulations to singer, songwriter, and North Philly native Vivian Green - this year's Trailblazing Woman of Excellence for Musical Achievement!

We will also have live performance from the incredible Christopher Williams & Jane Handcock!

Congratulations to this year's SHEROES!

• Bishop Michelle Anne Simmons, founder and CEO of Why Not Prosper, Inc., a nonprofit that supports women transitioning from post-incarcerations to self-sufficient, purpose driven lives.
• Martice Sutton, founder and Executive Director of Girls Going Global, an organization committed to advancing equity through international travel and leadership development in girls.
• Talehia Booker, founder of the B.O.O.K.E.R. Foundation, and organization that offers encouragement, guidance, and opportunities to teens – no matter the circumstances.
• Sherry Dorsey Walker, former State Representative for 3rd District of Delaware. Currently, Sherry is serving as the Chief of External of Affairs for the Department of Health and Social Services of Delaware. She is literally transforming lives by working with the homeless and assisting them with clothing, their personal needs and shelter.

Tickets are on sale NOW and include lunch with no hidden fees!

Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, Attorney Big Al, and our sponsors Angels Are Us Home Health Agency, Parx Casino, Platinum Productions, and the Philadelphia Water Department.