For nearly two decades, Cable’s Power of Inclusion (POI) Awards has honored individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations in Nashville who championed diversity and advanced innovative approaches to equity and inclusion. Nominees have been evaluated and selected by Cable’s panel of Diversity Best Practice experts, with criteria reflecting the highest standards for fostering a diverse workplace—spanning equitable hiring practices, community advocacy, and measurable progress in addressing workforce inequalities.
In 2025, we reimagined the Power of Inclusion Awards as the Power & Purpose Awards. This evolution expands our recognition beyond inclusion, honoring those who not only champion equity but also lead with vision, impact, and intentional purpose. The Power & Purpose Awards will continue the legacy of celebrating trailblazers in our community while amplifying the ways leadership rooted in purpose transforms workplaces and communities alike.
The Power & Purpose Luncheon 2026 is Nashville CABLE’s signature leadership experience, bringing together women leaders, founders, executives, and changemakers from across sectors for an afternoon of meaningful conversation, fresh perspectives, and powerful connections.
Centered around this year’s theme, “The Room We’re Building,” the luncheon explores what leadership looks like after you’ve earned a seat at the table and how we use our relationships, influence, and access to create spaces where others can thrive alongside us.
Attendees will also experience “The Future Is Collaborative,” a dynamic panel conversation exploring what it takes to build trust, strengthen partnerships, and lead effectively across industries in today’s world.
Join us Tuesday, November 10, 2026, for Nashville CABLE’s premier leadership event of the year.
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact us at executivecommittee@nashvillecable.org.
At this year’s event, attendees will:
The Individual Award recognizes someone whose personal behavior is a model of inclusion and is a catalyst for inclusive relationships among diverse populations in the community.
Submit Individual Award NomineeThe Business Award recognizes a Corporation that ‘walks the talk’ and demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion in their employment practices, programs and community outreach.
Submit a Business Award NomineeThe Not-for-Profit Award recognizes a Not-for-Profit entity that facilitates understanding and promotes opportunity for underserved communities.
Submit Non-Profit Award NomineeNominations will be evaluated for outstanding accomplishments in achieving and sustaining diversity and inclusion within one’s unique spheres of influence. Nominees will excel in most, if not all, of the following areas:
Cable honors Tennessee women and companies taking the lead in promoting women on corporate boards through its annual Power of Inclusion event. During the event, these corporate leaders – who have acted on the evidence that more women on boards and in senior leadership positions lead to improved financial results and corporate vitality – are recognized and inducted into Cable’s Corporate Board Walk of Fame.
Studies show that, while the percentage of female directors is improving, Tennessee continues to rank among the lowest states for representation of women on corporate boards. More champions are needed to increase the number of women in leadership positions and on boards. By hosting Power of Inclusion, Cable strives to show the business community in Tennessee, and beyond the availability of qualified women and the value women bring to corporate boards.
Sponsoring the Power & Purpose Luncheon is more than brand visibility—it’s a chance to stand alongside Nashville’s most influential leaders, businesses, and changemakers in advancing equity, leadership, and community impact.
As a sponsor, you’ll:
📌Gain high-profile exposure among executives, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers.
📌Align your brand with a movement that celebrates fearless, purposeful leadership.
📌Directly support Cable’s mission to elevate women and create lasting opportunities across Middle Tennessee.
Sponsorship opportunities are now available. Let’s build something powerful together.
Power & Purpose 2026 will bring together accomplished business leaders and changemakers from across Middle Tennessee for candid conversations about leadership, influence, collaboration, and the rooms we have the power to build.
Our featured speakers will share perspectives shaped by their experiences leading organizations, building businesses, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities for others.
Speaker announcements coming soon.