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You don't have to do business alone.
Running a business can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming, isolating and difficult to navigate.
BWS connects women across Scotland with the people, knowledge, confidence and opportunities to help them move their business forward.
Some of the challenges identified by Scottish women-led businesses and issues we discuss at our Empowerment Tuesday meetings:
(Source: Scottish Government / Scottish Parliament evidence on women-led businesses)
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Lynne Kennedy MBE
I’m Lynne Kennedy MBE, founder of Business Women Scotland, entrepreneur, lover of having fun, a good glass of fizz and working with women in business.
I’ve been on this wild entrepreneurial journey for 18 years and, believe me, it hasn’t always been fun, purposeful or fulfilling. There have been some incredible highs, some pretty challenging lows and plenty of lessons along the way.
I created BWS because I saw the need for a community where women could connect, support one another, grow their businesses and celebrate success — and have access to our trusted Black Book of contacts, helping you find the right people and avoid making some of the expensive mistakes I’ve made along the way!
That’s still at the heart of everything we do today.
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BWS is for women in business who want more.
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You’ve moved beyond the startup phase and are focused on growth — whether that’s increasing revenue, building a team, refining your strategy, or preparing for the next stage of expansion. You want practical support, structure, and insight from women who’ve been there.
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You’re leading — a business, a team, or a vision — and you want to strengthen your confidence, decision-making, and leadership impact. You value strategic thinking, peer-level conversations, and learning from experts who understand the pressures at the top.
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You may feel stuck, isolated, or unsure of your next move. You’re looking for space to be heard, real conversations (not surface-level networking), and support that helps you gain clarity, confidence, and momentum in your business and career.
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You believe success doesn’t have to be lonely. You want to be part of a trusted community where collaboration replaces competition, experiences are shared openly, and growth happens together — with encouragement, accountability, and support along the way.
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BWS Top 100 List…
We are delighted to reveal the Business Women Scotland Top 100 for 2026.
Across our 10 dedicated categories, these 100 outstanding women represent the talent, ambition, leadership and impact of women in business across Scotland.
To everyone recognised this year — congratulations. This is your moment to celebrate everything you have achieved and the difference you continue to make within your business, industry and community.
The Top 100 has been revealed. Now it’s time to celebrate. 🏆
Tickets on sale now!
Awards Lunch
📆 28th October 2026
📍 Grand Central Hotel Glasgow
🥂 Drinks Reception at 12pm
💄 Charlotte Tilbury pop up shop with a 20% discount!
Join us as we celebrate the achievements of this year’s Top 100 across our 10 dedicated business categories and reveal the Top 10 winners on the day.
Expect an afternoon filled with inspiring women, new connections, great conversation and a well-deserved celebration of the ambition, leadership, innovation and impact of women in business across Scotland.
Be in the room…
Whether you’re one of our Top 100, joining to support someone who is, or simply want to celebrate alongside some of Scotland’s most inspiring women in business, we’d love to welcome you.
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