Universal Music Publishing Group Chairman and CEO Jody Gerson was honored by March of Dimes as the 2016 Inspiring Woman of the Year for her accomplishments as a leader in the entertainment industry and as a dedicated mother.  The award was presented at the sixth annual March of Dimes Celebration of Babies luncheon in Los Angeles. Gerson was among honorees including Grammy Award-winning singer and Academy Award-winning actress Jennifer Hudson, and Mary Kerr, M.D., for their various contributions to the cause. The annual event brings together celebrities and prominent individuals in the entertainment community who care about the health of moms and babies. Celebration of Babies is co-chaired by Jimmy Horowitz, President of Universal Pictures, and his wife Joi, along with producer Wyck Godfrey.

"I am delighted to be honored as the March of Dimes Inspiring Woman of the Year and represent working parents everywhere," said Gerson. "March of Dimes continues to make a huge impact in communities across the world to prevent birth defects and fight premature births, and as a mother of three children, I am an advocate of their invaluable work."

Pictured at the ceremony: (L to R): Co-chair of March of Dimes Jimmy Horowitz, honorees Jody Gerson and Jennifer Hudson, co-chair of March of Dimes Joi Horowitz, honoree Mary Kerr and co-chair of March of Dimes Wyck Godfrey