Recognising the incredible achievements of Scotland's top 100 women in business

Join us on the 22nd of November for the awards lunch ceremony!

The BWS Top 100 Awards are dedicated to supporting and celebrating the achievements of women in business in Scotland. It promises to be an inspiring and celebratory occasion, showcasing the exceptional entrepreneurial talent driving our economy forward.

 

Whether you know a phenomenal businesswoman deserving of recognition or you are one yourself, these awards provide a platform for acknowledging outstanding contributions. Nominate a colleague or showcase your own accomplishments – let's shine a spotlight on the inspiring women shaping the country’s business landscape.

 

The Awards lunch serves as a platform for collaboration, fostering an environment where ideas are exchanged and new ventures are born. Friday has never looked so promising as we come together to honour the remarkable women who have made their mark on Scotland's business landscape. Join us as we raise a toast to their achievements and embrace the power of entrepreneurship and the remarkable women who embody it.

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Key Dates

  • 8th May 2024 Nominations open

  • 6th September 2024 Nominations close

  • 18th September 2024 Top 100 announced

  • w/c 23rd & 30th September 2024 Judging interviews take place to decide the final top 10

  • 18th October 2024 Finalists contacted and announced

  • 22nd November 2024 BWS Top 100 Awards, Grand Central Hotel, 99 Gordon St, Glasgow

How to Apply

Nominations open on the 8th of May 2024. To apply, business women can be nominated or apply themselves via the online entry form.

The closing date for applications is Friday 6th September 2024.

The Top 100 will be announced on the 18th of September 2024. The final Top 10 and overall winner will be announced at the awards lunch on 22nd November 2024.

As an extra treat, the Top 10 Business Women selected will receive a fabulous leather ‘Dahlia’ bag from the Sarah Haran Collection worth £500!

Judges

 Our Top 100 listing will be decided by a panel of business industry experts. The final 10 female entrepreneurs will be selected for further information and interviewed. From there, one business woman will be awarded the overall winner.

 

The panel of judges includes key members from industry in Scotland.

Book Tickets

Date: Friday 22nd November 2024

Time: 11:45- 16:30 hrs

Venue: Grand Central Hotel, 99 Gordon St, Glasgow

Tickets

Individual: £95 | Table of 5: £475 | Table of 10: £950

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2023 BWS 100 Awards

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FAQ’s

  • It is free to enter the awards.

  • Nominations can be made on someone’s behalf or by the nominee themself

  • It is not necessary to be a member of BWC to enter the awards

  • It is necessary for the business to be registered in Scotland, however we will also accept entries if the business or person has a head office outside of Scotland but is based in Scotland

  • All nominations must be submitted by 6th September 2024. We will not accept any late entries

  • We will make contact with those shortlisted 18th September 2024