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Business awards to celebrate success

First published on May 19, 2023

Let’s Celebrate!

Our business awards will shine a spotlight on Scotland’s women business leaders.

Entries are now open for the Women’s Enterprise Scotland Awards 2023. These business awards provide a platform for showcasing the achievements of Sotland’s women-led businesses.

We will announce the busines awards winners and celebrate the notable contribution women-led businesses make to Scotland’s economy at the voco Grand Central Hotel Glasgow on Thursday 26 October. We would love to see you there!

Why apply for a business award

When you’re focused on your business, winning an award might be the last thing on your mind but there are plenty of reasons as to why you should apply for our awards:

  • These awards are a great way to have your hard work recognised and to raise awareness of your business.
  • Be a part of creating inspiring role models for the next generation of women starting businesses.
  • Join the celebration of the fantastic work done by women across Scotland to launch and grow businesses and contribute to the economy.
  • Help to demonstrate the range of types of business run by women in all areas of Scotland.

There are 10 categories this year, all of which are free to apply or nominate a women-led business for. Applications must be submitted by Friday 18th August. Find out more about the categories and how to apply.

Tickets for our evening event, which include a drinks reception, 3 course dinner and awards ceremony, are on sale now. You can register for tickets here or you can book a table of 10 by emailing  info@wescotland.co.uk using subject line Awards 2023. Join us and celebrate the incredible work and achievements of women, like you, across the country.

We hope to see you there and remember that, awards; you’re worth it.

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