Applications Are Now Open For COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2024

Without a doubt, the landscape of the Western industry has changed. Behind the scenes and in front of the audience, the dominating factor is a force of females. This surge of young women is determining what you see, hear, purchase, and admire, and is emerging as a force worth reckoning with.

The mission of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is to seek out and publicly recognize young women who distinguish themselves as leaders within the Western industry. Whether they be corporate executives, professional athletes, media professionals, or working cowgirls, the aim of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is to shine a light on this vital and talented workforce while creating a network of individuals who can serve as role models and mentors for future female leaders.

COWGIRL will once again honor 30 women who are 30 years of age or under and have shown significant dedication to the Western industry. The application is open to anyone in the Western industry who meets the following requirements.

Applicants must:

Be female 30 years of age or under as of December 31, 2023.
Be a career professional within the Western industry.
Have worked, performed, or competed in the Western industry for at least two years.
Show a significant dedication to the Western industry.
Provide two letters of recommendation from colleagues that also work in the Western industry.
Have completed and submitted the COWGIRL 30 Under 30 application form.

The COWGIRL 30 Under 30 Class of 2024 application can be accessed here.

Applications will be open on August 15, 2023, at 12 AM MST and close on October 15, 2023, at 11:59 PM MST. There is a $125 Application Fee to submit.

Once selected, the 30 young women will:

Be featured in COWGIRL Magazine, both in our print issue and online.
Be invited to 30 Under 30 celebratory events in Fort Worth, Texas, in March 2024.
Receive personalized awards from our amazing sponsors!

Last year’s event was, without a doubt, the largest and most successful yet since its inception, and we look forward to more exciting events to commemorate the milestone fifth anniversary of COWGIRL 30 Under 30.

Wrangler‘s COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is sponsored by Cavender’s the Official Retailer, Charlie 1 Horse Hats the Official Hat, and Durango Boots the Official Boot, for COWGIRL 30 Under 30, with Corral Boots, Montana Silversmiths, Old Gringo Boots, and Double D Ranch.