Billboard has announced the 2026 Women in Music ceremony honorees and presenters, set for April 29 at the Hollywood Palladium, celebrating influential women across music, film, and digital media.

The Beaches will receive the Global Force Award, with Kehlani, Laufey, Mariah the Scientist, Tate McRae, Teyana Taylor, Thalía, and Zara Larsson also honored across a slate of awards that highlight impact, innovation, rising stars, and breakthroughs.

BINI is highlighted for making history as the first P-pop girl group to perform at Coachella, along with recent appearances at the Grammy Museum and the Global Spin Live series.

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VENU is described as a premier owner, developer, and operator of luxury, experience-driven entertainment destinations, with venues across Colorado, Georgia, Oklahoma, and Texas and ongoing nationwide expansion.

VENU’s business scope includes expansion plans and partnerships with industry leaders, underscoring its growth in luxury live-entertainment.

Joanna Brown, Vice President and Executive Creative Director, has shaped VENU’s brand from pre-IPO through its NYSE American debut, leading creative strategy and overseeing campaigns, design, animation, video, and AI initiatives.

Palmer described the on-set experience as fun, praising Don Cheadle’s dramatic look and memorable presence, and noted the enjoyment of shooting with the leading ladies.

The red-carpet livestream will be cohosted by Drew Afualo and Billboard’s Lyndsey Havens, with Yahoo facilitating fan questions via social media.

J.W. Roth, VENU’s founder and CEO, and Terri Liebler, president of growth and strategy, are highlighted for their roles in building the company and for contributing to its recognition.

Terri Liebler has driven significant brand growth for VENU, securing nearly $30 million in investments and sponsorship revenue, and forging partnerships with Aramark Sports + Entertainment, PepsiCo, Tixr, and Boston Common Golf, while bringing Dierks Bentley and Niall Horan on as shareholders.

Zara Larsson’s career milestones, including early Got Talent success and hits like Lush Life, are noted alongside her albums So Good, Poster Girl, and Venus, highlighting her continued influence.