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Recognising a business, run by a woman, that stands out as an inspiration to other businesses. The winner of this award will have demonstrated consistent growth, a strong financial performance, understands its customer, has an engaged workforce with effective leadership and is continually innovating to support future growth.
Eligibility - this category is open to a female owned business (or part ownership) with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising a business, run by a woman, that has created a healthy and supportive work environment with a genuine commitment to the wellbeing of its employees.
Eligibility - this category is open to a female owned business (or part ownership) with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising an outstanding female CEO that has demonstrated excellent performance against multiple criteria – financial, reputational, employee engagement – balanced with a clarity of leadership.
Eligibility - this category is open to any female CEO with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising a businesswoman who has demonstrated the highest degree of professional excellence and shone a light on the great things women in business can achieve.
Eligibility - this category is open to any businesswoman, at a senior level, with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising a business, run by a woman, that has demonstrated outstanding achievements in all aspects of their business. The business will illustrate strong growth, innovation and leadership as well as a clear vision.
Eligibility - this category is open to a female owned business (or part ownership) with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. The business must have an annual turnover of over £2million. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising a business, run by a woman, that has demonstrated outstanding achievements in all aspects of their business. The business will illustrate strong growth, innovation and leadership as well as a clear vision.
Eligibility - this category is open to a female owned business (or part ownership) with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. The business must have an annual turnover of under £2million. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising a business, run by a woman, that through outstanding vision and leadership, has achieved significant and sustained growth over a three-year period.
Eligibility - this category is open to any businesswoman, at a senior level, with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Evidence of growth must be between January 2021 and January 2024. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising an outstanding businesswoman who has made significant strides in her field, be it developing a new product or by introducing a new process or system to an existing business.
Eligibility - this category is open to any businesswoman, at a senior level, with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising a businesswoman who has gone above and beyond to demonstrate their commitment to help running a sustainable business. The individual plays their part in caring for the environment, reducing waste, responsibly sourcing food and drink and much more.
Eligibility - this category is open to any businesswoman, at a senior level, with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising a businesswoman with entrepreneurial aptitude, vision, ambition, drive and commercial acumen to build a successful enterprise from start-up. A start-up that is doing great things and roaring ahead in the building of a future Company of the Year.
Eligibility - this category is open to any businesswoman with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. The business must have started to trade no earlier than January 2021 and no later than July 2023. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising a businesswoman whose contribution to society makes a substantial difference to the lives of others. Demonstrating support for the local community and for others less fortunate.
Eligibility - this category is open to any businesswoman with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising an exceptional businesswoman who is recognised as an ambassador for women through her extraordinary dedication, personal achievements and service to others through mentorship, philanthropy and business.
Eligibility - this category is open to any businesswoman with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising a businesswomen operating in the professional services sector and demonstrates exceptional conduct beyond the standard services they provide. This category covers a wide range of professional services including legal, finance, recruitment, consulting, advertising, HR and banking.
Eligibility - this category is open to any businesswoman, at a senior level, with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising the achievements of a young professional aged between 18-30 who has achieved a level of business success that defies their age. Their story will demonstrate tenacity, determination and will be known by peers/mentors as 'one to watch'.
Eligibility - this category is open to any female entrant aged 30 or under before January 1st 2024 and working for a business based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising an outstanding businesswoman who is an exemplar and champion for encouraging more women to pursue a career in what has previously been perceived as a male-dominated industry. Property sector examples include construction, architecture, estate agencies, property development, surveying and civil engineering.
Eligibility - this category is open to any businesswoman, at a senior level, with an office based in Sussex, Surrey, Kent or Hampshire. Nominations for this award can be from the entrant themselves or a third party.
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Recognising an extraordinary woman who has manifested a legacy that continues to inspire others. She has dedicated her life to the advancement of others and paved the way for the leaders of tomorrow.
Eligibility - this is a closed category and the winner will be decided by the judging panel.