2017 BoatUS/NWSA Leadership in Women's Sailing Award

Linda LIndquist-Bishop Awarded 2017 BoatUS/NWSA Leadership in Women's Sailing Award

Linda Lindquist-Bishop who was a member of the first and only all-women’s America’s Cup team was honored at the conference for her contribution to women in the sport. Lindquist-Bishop was awarded the 2017 BoatUS/NWSA Leadership in Women’s Sailing Award. Lindquist-Bishop became the first female sailing master at her yacht club. She achieved a leadership role on the SC70 team setting records on the Great Lakes. She was also a member of the first all-women’s America’s Cup sailing team. Lindquist-Bishop has sailed with more than 100 teams and won two world championships. 

“Linda has made a significant impact on improving the confidence of young women through international sailing competitions,” NWSA President Linda Newland said. “She is a role model for what can be. We are pleased to recognize her commitment to women in sailing with this award.” Lindquist-Bishop is a co-founder of Rising Tide Leadership Institute, a non-profit organization. She also helped to develop NWSA and is on the advisory board. We are always grateful to our sponsors BoatUS and Black Rock Sailing School together with the Corinthian Yacht Club who help us bring great women to the conference each year.

Lindquist-Bishop currently serves on the NWSA Advisory Council.