Award categories
Celebrating the achievements of our region’s business community
We’re looking to recognise truly inspiring women in business from across the North East. Those who make a difference in their field, to their business and colleagues, to their community and to our great region.
There are 11 categories at this year’s Inspiring Females Awards.
Inspiring Female (multiple awards)
Focusing on individuals within our member organisations who deserve recognition, be it on their contribution to their organisation, the region or to other colleagues.
Inspiring Female (small business award) is sponsored by Intuit
Inspiring Female (larger business award) is sponsored by Handelsbanken
Inspiring Female (international business award) is sponsored by Prima Cheese
Find out moreMost Inspiring Employer (multiple awards)
Awarded to the member organisations which have made a significant contribution to the development and retention of their female workforce, whilst inspiring the next female generation.
Inspiring Employer of the Year (small business award) is sponsored by NRG
Inspiring Employer of the Year (larger business award) is sponsored by Handelsbanken
Find out moreInspiring Female Business Leader of the Year
This category is open to inspiring females who have a strong regional profile and have achieved accomplishments of significance over their career. Nominees will possess qualities of vision, innovation, entrepreneurial drive and leadership. A truly inspiring female.
Sponsored by Palintest
Find out moreCommunity and CSR Inspiring Female of the Year – Business Award
This will be awarded to the individual who has actively been involved in supporting charity or the local community. The nominee could also be someone who has implemented initiatives and champions corporate social responsibility.
Sponsored by Hargreaves
Find out moreCommunity and CSR Inspiring Female of the Year – Charity Award
This will be awarded to the individual who has actively been involved in supporting charity or the local community. The nominee could also be someone who has implemented initiatives and champions corporate social responsibility.
Sponsored by Hargreaves
Find out moreApprentice of the Year
Recognise an outstanding female apprentice you have within your organisation, or know of personally or professionally.
Sponsored by Hartlepool College of Further Education
Find out moreInspiring Female One to Watch
This category is open to individuals who are doing amazing work. One to watch might be a future leader, a rising star with an exciting future ahead.
Sponsored by Utilita Arena
Find out moreOutstanding Contribution to the North East
Each year, this prestigious award recognises an inspiring female from our region.
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