Application Form 2024 — Business Women Scotland

BWS top 100 awards Nomination Form

Welcome to the BWS Top 100 Women in Business Award nomination form!

The awards seek to recognise and celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions of women-led businesses in our community. Nominations are open to all individuals who wish to shine a spotlight on businesses that have demonstrated excellence, innovation, and impact.

Here's how it works:

You nominate a deserving woman-led business, and we will reach out to the nominated business to confirm acceptance of the nomination. If the nomination is accepted, we will then request further information to assess the nomination if required.

Click here to read the terms and conditions.

Nominated business information:

Name of the nominated business

Name of business leader

Phone

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Address

Website and social media handles (if applicable)

Industry or sector of the business

Nominator information:

Name of the nominator

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Address

Relationship to the nominated business (e.g., colleague, client, partner)

Nomination statement:

Provide a brief statement explaining why the nominated business deserves the award

Highlight specific achievements, innovations, and contributions to the community or industry (max 200 words)

Business Achievements and Impact:

Describe the business's achievements and milestones over the past year

How has the business made a positive impact on its industry, community, or stakeholders?

Has the business demonstrated growth, sustainability, or resilience in the face of challenges?

Leadership and Innovation:

Describe the leadership qualities demonstrated by the women leading the business

Highlight any innovative approaches, products, or services developed by the business

How has the business embraced diversity and inclusion in its operations and leadership?

Customer and Community Engagement:

How does the business engage with its customers or clients?

Describe any community initiatives or corporate social responsibility efforts undertaken by the business.

Carbon Neutrality Efforts:

How is the business actively working towards becoming more carbon neutral?

Describe any initiatives, strategies, or actions taken to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate environmental impact

Future Goals and Vision:

What are the business's future goals and aspirations?

How does the business plan to continue its growth and impact in the coming years?

Additional Comments:

Please provide any additional comments or information you believe is relevant to the nomination

Testimonials:

Please provide available testimonials or endorsements from customers, clients, or partners

Supporting documents and headshots:

Chechlist before subitting your application

Have you filled in all the correct fields?

Have you supplied a high resolution colour image of the nominee and a company logo?

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Applications submitted after the deadline of 6th September 2024 will not be accepted. We highly recommend that you complete your application in advance of the deadline to avoid potential technical problems.

You will receive an automatic response from BWS once your application has been successfully received. Once submitted, you will no longer be able to make changes to your application. Be sure to review everything carefully prior to submitting.

The Top 100 listing will be announced 18th September 2024. Judging interviews to decide the final Top 10 will take place w/c 23rd and 30th September 2024.

We request the pleasure of all shortlisted companies to attend the Awards Lunch on Friday 22nd November 2024 at voco Grand Central, Glasgow where we will announce the winner of each award. Tickets are available to purchasehere.