The "Woman of the Year" award celebrates a truly outstanding woman who has made an extraordinary contribution to her industry, organisation, or society at large. She is a trailblazer—someone who has not only reached the top of her field but has also opened doors for other women, driven meaningful change, and served as a visible and impactful role model. Her work exemplifies excellence, leadership, courage, and innovation. This award recognises lifetime achievements or a sustained period of influence that has shaped how women are seen and heard in the professional world.
ELIGIBILITY
Open to women-identifying professionals in the UK and abroad who have:
A minimum of 10 years of impactful professional experience
Made a significant and measurable contribution in their industry, community, or organisation
Demonstrated thought leadership, mentorship, and influence beyond their immediate role
Open to all sectors: business, public service, STEM, academia, media, creative arts, and social enterprise
Judging Criteria
Vision & Leadership: Has the nominee led transformational change or innovation in her sector?
Impact: Is her work measurable in outcomes (growth, awareness, change)?
Legacy: Has she influenced long-term shifts in culture, gender parity, or industry norms?
Mentorship & Advocacy: Has she actively supported the advancement of other women?
QUALITATIVE CRITERIA
Courage in the face of adversity
Role model behaviour and ethical leadership
Influence within and outside her professional circle
Passionate advocacy for women's representation and equity
Dedication to mentoring and capacity-building
METRICS
Growth in company/division performance linked to nominee’s leadership
Awards, recognitions, or honours received
Number of individuals mentored or empowered
Press/media coverage of achievements or advocacy
Measurable outcomes of initiatives started or led
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA
Nominee must not be a previous winner of the same award
Submissions should include:
A detailed biography and professional timeline
At least two letters of support (from peers, mentees, collaborators)
Optional: videos, press clippings, social media impact, or published work
