The Women's Automotive Association International (WAAI) will present its prestigious Professional Achievement Award to three automotive industry women during its annual awards dinner. This year's honorees are Robin Pisz, national interactive marketing manager for Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales; Theresa Haven, manager of the marketing communications campaign management division, Honda Motor Co.; and Anna Zornosa, general manager for Dealix.com, a division of Cobalt.

We are so pleased to present these women with the Professional Achievement Award and congratulate them on this much-deserved honor!

Presented annually since 1997, the Professional Achievement Award pays tribute to professional women in recognition of their commitment, professionalism and success in the automotive industry. "These women embody qualities well worthy of recognition, and we are privileged to honor their achievements," said Lorraine Schulz, WAAI founder and CEO. "Not only are they successful and accomplished in their careers, they are also leaders in business and their communities, and serve as role models."

 Founded in 1995, WAAI centers its efforts on recognizing the achievements of women in the automotive industry, providing networking and relationship-building opportunities, and encouraging growth through mentoring, educational endeavors and scholarships.

The 12th annual WAAI reception and dinner will be held in conjunction with the Los Angeles Auto Show at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles on December 2, 2009.