6th Annual Women en Blanc Will Honor Legendary Actress Kim Coles

The Invitation-Only Brunch is Slated for Saturday July 5th in New Orleans

On Saturday, July 5, 2025, Smirnoff, Entergy, Reworld™ and Insights Marketing will honor the strength, resilience and brilliance of women forging paths and making waves across various industries with the Annual Women en Blanc Honors Brunch. For the sixth year, the exquisite Reverie, located at 2225 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA will host the festivities from 11AM - 1:30 PM.

The exclusive all-white, invitation-only brunch has become one of the most anticipated events during the Independence Day weekend in New Orleans, celebrating the immense contributions and accomplishments of women in various fields.  The formal brunch boasts an elite invitation list, including the Who’s Who in corporate leadership, Arts and Entertainment. This year the brunch will be hosted by Atlanta-based radio personality Jazzy McBee (WAOK-V103).  Legendary actress and comedienne Kim Coles will receive the Legend award for her longstanding career and impact on culture. Kim Coles is an award-winning actress, bestselling author, transformational speaker, and storytelling coach known for her iconic role on ‘Living Single’ and her mission to help others uncover their unique brilliance through authentic storytelling.

The Annual Women en Blanc Honors Brunch shines a spotlight on women at the top of their game, recognizing their achievements in key categories such as Business, Community Impact, Champion, Trailblazer, Entertainment, Media, and more. Previous honorees include renowned figures such as media mogul Tabitha Brown, athlete/rapper Flau’Jae, and Congresswoman Nikema Williams, highlighting the exceptional talent present within our community. This year’s list includes the following honorees:

Kim Coles, Actress, Author, Speaker/Coach

Award: Legend, presented by Smirnoff

Jasmine Cockfield, Project Leader, Corporate Social Responsibility, Honda

Award: Business, presented by Insights Marketing

Tee Wilson, Founder and CEO of B.E. Academy for Girls

Award: Community Impact, presented by Reworld™

Adrienne Trimble, Sr. Vice President, Chief Inclusion

Award: Champion, presented by Insights Marketing

Tasha Page Lockhart, Gospel singer, Actress

Award: Entertainment, presented by Entergy

"We are thrilled to honor the incredible women who have demonstrated excellence and tenacity in their fields," said Keshia Walker, founder of Insights Marketing. "The Women en Blanc Honors Brunch not only celebrates their achievements but also serves as a powerful reminder of the impact female leadership has on driving positive change in our communities.”

This year's event promises an engaging atmosphere, complete with live entertainment from the all-girl band Slayed. "Empowering women and recognizing their accomplishments is crucial for fostering future generations of leaders," adds Walker. "By celebrating excellence in female leadership, we inspire others to reach for greatness and effect real change in the world.”