Women are consistently raising the bar, especially in Columbia. Our local business scene is full of innovative female leaders who inspire and excel in their fields. Whether it’s a professional or personal setting, you can always count on women to get the work done and do it well. In the following pages, hear from local leading women in industries such as auto repair, hospitality, wellness, construction, education, insurance, finance and more in this year’s “Women to Watch.”

Women to Watch 2026: Christina Hartman
Christina Hartman has worked in information technology since 2008. She progressed through several roles in end-user support, systems analysis, project

Women to Watch 2026: Kari Vogt
Kari Vogt has always had a soft spot for seniors. Her close bond with her grandparents inspired her career as

Women to Watch 2026: Jaclyn Rogers
Jaclyn Rogers took a leap into the construction and painting industry in 2022, and has kept up the momentum ever

Women to Watch 2026: Valerie Ninichuck
The most rewarding part of being an insurance agent is helping clients help protect what matters to them. The ability

Women to Watch 2026: Ally Holliday
Ally Holliday was a little intimidated at first when she took on the marketing and sales at Legacy Woods. She

Women to Watch 2026: Chloe Loughridge
Chloe Loughridge with Midway Golf and Games has had a passion for hospitality since she was young. As a self-described






















