Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, May 21, 2025 – Bookminders CEO Jessica Minkus was celebrated as one of four honorees at the Spring 2025 Women & Business Awards, presented by Pittsburgh Magazine and S&T Bank. The event, held at the National Aviary on May 20, honored women who exemplify leadership, innovation, and impact within the Pittsburgh business community.

Minkus was recognized alongside Shaquala Swinton-Betts of PAIR Charcuterie, Maria Bernardo Brady of Marakae Marketing, and Bobbie Loesch of iHeartMedia. The evening featured dedicated time for networking, a spotlight on nonprofit partner UPMC Children’s Hospital Foundation, and a keynote presentation from Ki Ki B. Jones, a media personality, businesswoman, and DEI advocate. Her talk, How I Got Here: 5 Lessons I’ve Learned Along the Way, offered insights drawn from her 25-year career in radio and communications.
“It’s truly special to be recognized among such accomplished women who make a difference across our city,” said Jessica Minkus, CEO of Bookminders. “At Bookminders, we believe that empowering people, both our employees and the clients we serve, leads to stronger communities and a more impactful business environment.”
Under Minkus’ leadership, Bookminders has continued to innovate as a remote-first accounting firm serving nonprofits and businesses across the United States. Known for its flexible culture and high-performance standards, the company has earned national recognition for workplace excellence and industry leadership.

For over 15 years, the Women & Business Networking Awards has celebrated the women shaping the region’s professional landscape. Bookminders congratulates all of this year’s honorees for their exceptional contributions to business and community!