Nashville CEO Sharon W. Reynolds Inducted into Enterprising Women Hall of Fame

Reynolds recognized for championing economic empowerment, mentorship of women and minority-owned businesses.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:50pm

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A highly detailed, photorealistic studio still-life image featuring a polished titanium alloy sculpture in the shape of a stylized nanotechnology molecule, floating on a clean white background. The sculpture symbolizes the innovative sustainable technologies developed by DevMar Manufacturing under the leadership of CEO Sharon W. Reynolds.A sculptural representation of the innovative sustainable technologies pioneered by DevMar Manufacturing under the leadership of CEO Sharon W. Reynolds, whose induction into the Enterprising Women Hall of Fame honors her visionary work.Today in Nashville

Sharon W. Reynolds, CEO of DevMar Manufacturing, has been inducted into the Enterprising Women Hall of Fame. The honor recognizes women entrepreneurs and business leaders who have achieved remarkable success in business and have given back to their communities in significant ways over their lifetime. Reynolds was recognized for her visionary leadership, commitment to sustainability-driven innovation, and championing of American manufacturing, sustainable sourcing, and solutions addressing global health and environmental challenges.

Why it matters

The Enterprising Women Hall of Fame induction highlights Reynolds' impact as a Black woman entrepreneur and innovator in advanced manufacturing and science-based solutions. Her work has expanded representation in these fields and demonstrated how entrepreneurship can drive both economic growth and meaningful social impact.

The details

As founder and CEO of DevMar Manufacturing, a women-led company in Nashville, Tennessee, Reynolds has pioneered the development of advanced nanotechnology solutions utilizing titanium and zinc designed to combat pathogens, improve environmental safety, and reduce the use of toxic plastics. DevMar's patented technologies focus on protecting both people and the planet, offering safer, environmentally responsible alternatives for infection prevention, industrial safety, plastic alternatives, and environmental remediation.

  • Reynolds was inducted into the Enterprising Women Hall of Fame on March 8-10, 2026 at the 24th Annual Enterprising Women of the Year Awards Celebration & Conference in New Orleans.

The players

Sharon W. Reynolds

CEO of DevMar Manufacturing, a women-led American manufacturing company focused on developing innovative, sustainable technologies that protect public health and the environment.

Monica Smiley

CEO and publisher of Enterprising Women magazine, which bestowed the Hall of Fame honor on Reynolds.

Enterprising Women Magazine

The nation's only women-owned magazine published exclusively for women business owners, chronicling the growing influence and power of entrepreneurial women globally.

DevMar Manufacturing

A women-led American manufacturing company headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, focused on developing innovative, sustainable technologies that protect public health and the environment.

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What they’re saying

“Sharon is truly an embodiment of the characteristics of an Enterprising Women Hall of Fame member. She is a champion of economic empowerment, mentorship of women and minority-owned businesses, and inspiration for the next generation of women leaders.”

— Monica Smiley, CEO and publisher, Enterprising Women magazine

“Receiving this recognition is not just a personal honor. It represents the work of an incredible team and a mission that has always guided my career—creating sustainable technologies that protect human health, strengthen American manufacturing, and safeguard our environment for future generations.”

— Sharon W. Reynolds

What’s next

Reynolds will continue to lead DevMar Manufacturing in developing innovative, sustainable technologies and championing women and minority entrepreneurship. She will also maintain her leadership roles with organizations like the Enterprising Women Foundation, Women Business Enterprise National Council, and Nashville Entrepreneur Center.

The takeaway

Sharon W. Reynolds' induction into the Enterprising Women Hall of Fame highlights how women entrepreneurs can drive both business success and meaningful social impact. Her work at DevMar Manufacturing demonstrates the power of sustainability-focused innovation to address global challenges while expanding representation in advanced manufacturing and science-based fields.