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Anne Klein Honors Inspiring Women at Star-Studded Awards Ceremony
The Women Who Do Awards celebrated female leaders in fashion, wellness, and philanthropy.
Apr. 12, 2026 at 1:40pm
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The Women Who Do Awards celebrated the confidence, ambition, and purpose of inspiring women in fashion, wellness, and beyond.NYC TodayThe Women Who Do Awards, hosted by iconic fashion brand Anne Klein, honored a diverse group of women who embody the company's values of confidence, ambition, and purpose. The star-studded event, held at the Rainbow Room in New York, recognized recipients including Atoya Burleson, Martina Halloran, Karen Kostroff, Caroline Kelley Rosen, and Tina Kunakey for their achievements in fashion, wellness, and philanthropy.
Why it matters
The Women Who Do Awards highlight Anne Klein's commitment to celebrating women who lead with confidence and use fashion as a tool for empowerment. The event showcased the brand's legacy of supporting and elevating remarkable women, from industry pioneers like Donna Karan to the next generation of trailblazers.
The details
The ceremony featured powerful acceptance speeches from the award recipients, who shared their personal journeys and emphasized the importance of community, purpose, and self-care. Atoya Burleson discussed her transition from podcast host to app founder, while Martina Halloran, CEO of Dr. Hauschka, challenged the industry to prioritize care and action for the world over profit. Karen Kostroff, a breast surgery chief, encouraged women to prioritize their health, and Caroline Kelley Rosen spoke about the connection between fashion and wellness. Tina Kunakey, the first recipient, expressed her gratitude and the significance of the brand's representation of women.
- The Women Who Do Awards ceremony took place on April 12, 2026.
- The event was held at the Rainbow Room in New York City.
The players
Anne Klein
A renowned American fashion brand known for its commitment to empowering women through style and confidence.
Jameel Spencer
The chief marketing officer of WHP Global, the parent company of Anne Klein, who praised the brand's legacy and impact on the fashion industry.
Atoya Burleson
The founder of InsideLines, a podcast that transitioned into an app, who shared her journey and emphasized the importance of community and support for women.
Martina Halloran
The CEO of Dr. Hauschka, a brand committed to purpose over profit, who challenged the industry to prioritize care and action for the world.
Karen Kostroff
A breast surgery chief at Northwell Health, who emphasized the importance of effective communication and awareness in the fight against breast cancer.
What they’re saying
“We must challenge the industry to prioritize care and action for the world over profit.”
— Martina Halloran, CEO, Dr. Hauschka
“Women should prioritize their health and schedule annual mammograms.”
— Karen Kostroff, Breast Surgery Chief, Northwell Health
The takeaway
The Women Who Do Awards showcased Anne Klein's enduring commitment to empowering women through fashion and celebrating those who lead with confidence, ambition, and purpose. The event highlighted the brand's legacy of supporting remarkable women and its ability to inspire the next generation of trailblazers.
