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Enterprising Women Awards 2025

We are delighted to announce the Enterprising Women Awards 2025 are now open for entries.

Below you can find out more about this year's categories, download your application form, and enter the awards now.

Deadline for applications - Friday 11 April at 5pm

Awards 2025

The Enterprising Women Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the amazing women in business from across our region.

You can complete your own application or nominate a deserving person. The categories have been designed so there is something for everyone no matter what stage of your career you are at.

Business woman of the year

This prestigious award is to acknowledge a businesswoman who demonstrates all-round excellence in business.

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Female Entrepreneur of the Year

A female entrepreneur who can demonstrate the development of her business.

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Social Commitment Award

A woman who demonstrates an innovative and proactive approach to corporate social responsibility.

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Small Business of the Year

A woman who owns or manages a small organisation and has achieved consistent growth.


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Female Employee of the Year

A woman that has made a significant difference to an organisation, contributing to its success.

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Team of the Year

A successful team with the leadership and management of a dynamic female leader.


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The Innovation Award

Individual women or female led teams who have used, driven, or led innovation within their field.


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Apprentice of the Year

A female apprentice who is working towards or has recently completed her apprenticeship in the past 12 months.


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Developing Leader

A woman who has achieved exceptional career growth, with high potential to develop into a future leader.



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Lifetime Achievement

A woman who has contributed to business in the region and their sector for 10 years or more.