Shortlist revealed for Forward Ladies event
THE BEST of Yorkshire’s female business talent have been unveiled on the shortlist for the Forward Ladies National Awards and Summit.
Now in its ninth year, the awards are designed to recognise and promote the pipeline of female talent in the UK, across a diverse range of industry sectors.
In what promises to be an inspirational event, Forward Ladies managing director Griselda Togobo revealed the names of 53 female business changers in the Yorkshire, North East and Scotland region, who will compete across 11 categories, including business, not for profit, technology and more.
Ms Togobo said: “The FL National Awards and Summit will celebrate exceptional women and the contribution they make to the UK economy.
“Leaders, men and women, will be brought together to discuss the transformative role that companies can play to support gender equality and the role a diverse workforce will play in advancing UK competitiveness. Events like this are essential as we strive for gender parity and inclusive leadership.”
The shortlisted applicants will be invited to an awards lunch on Friday, September 14, at the Crowne Plaza, Newcastle.
The winners from this, and the other regional finals, will then be invited to appear before a live panel of independent judges in November, followed by the National Grand Final in Leeds on December 7.
Jennifer Crawley, UK Head of Performance for Small Business Banking, HSBC UK, and chief judge, said: “We’re proud to be working with Forward Ladies as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting women in business across the UK.
Each year we are inspired by the number of high-calibre entries, and this year has highlighted the exceptionally talented businesswomen we have in the UK.
“These entrants are the future entrepreneurs of our country and play a critical role in our economy. HSBC will be supporting them every step of the way, enabling their businesses to thrive and prosper in the long term.”
Top winner last year was Susanna Lawson.
Visit The Yorkshire Post website to see the full list of shortlisted companies.
Events like this are essential as we strive for gender parity. Griselda Togobo, Forward Ladies managing director.