In 2004, CWIT began recognition of a highly respected female who is a resident of South Carolina and whose career achievements and/or volunteerism profoundly enhanced the status of women in international trade. The WOTY award is presented at the Annual Meeting and Banquet held in April of each year.

2016 – Anita Zucker, The InterTech Group
2015 – Elizabeth “Liz” Brabham, Wando Trucking
2014 – Barbara Melvin, SC Ports Authority
2013 – Pam Zaresk, Maritime Association of SC
2012 – Christian MacIver, MeadWestvaco
2011 – Elizabeth Colbert-Busch, Clemson University Restoration Institute
2010 – Molly Greene, Water Missions International
2009 – Donnie Barnes (deceased), BMW Manufacturing
2008 – Chief Lindy Rinaldi, SC Ports Authority
2007 – Vivian Wong, Pacific Gateway Capital
2006 – Jackie Adamson, Roanoke Trade Services
2005 – Anne Moise, SC Ports Authority
2004 – Jacky Nolan (deceased), US Customs & Border Protection