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Businesswoman of the Year Award

The Businesswoman of the Year Award recognises an exceptional female entrepreneur or executive who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and impact in her respective field.

Nominees

Julie Baker
Head of Strategic Partnerships at NatWest Group
Kim Stoute-Purvis
CMO of Zero Gravity
Lydia Amoah
Founder of The Black Pound Report
Tinique Hay
Founder of Hay Events
Tommie Edwards
CEO & Co-founder of Tech1M
Julie Baker

Julie Baker

Julie Baker, with 42 years in banking and 20 years as a Senior Leader, has consistently championed underrepresented entrepreneurs, especially female founders and ethnic minority business owners.
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Kim Stoute-Purvis

Kim Stoute-Purvis

As CMO of Zero Gravity, I leverage over 20 years of branding and marketing expertise to engage both Gen Z students and B2B partners. I transformed our brand strategy to enhance visibility and credibility through data-driven campaigns, supporting thousands of students with £1.5 million in scholarships and fostering a thriving community through mentoring and masterclasses.
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Lydia Amoah

Lydia Amoah

In the UK’s creative industries, where only 3% of CEOs come from diverse backgrounds, I launched the Accelerate Multicultural Leadership Programme to address the leadership gap for mid-level Black, Asian, and multi-ethnic professionals. This programme fosters mentorship and skills exchange between leadership teams and mid-management, resulting in significant skill development and career advancements for participants.
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Tinique Hay

Tinique Hay

As a Black female entrepreneur in the events industry, I empower the next generation through education and hands-on opportunities. My leadership focuses on community empowerment, educational integration, and client-focused creativity. By hiring students, particularly from multicultural backgrounds, I bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world experience.
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Tommie Edwards

Tommie Edwards

As CEO and Co-founder of Tech1M, I have transformed talent acquisition through AI and data-driven solutions. My experience as a three-time tech founder has equipped me with the skills to build and scale businesses. A key innovation at Tech1M is Ammie, our AI Recruiter that autonomously manages sourcing, outreach, and skill assessments, setting a new standard for efficiency in recruitment.
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Other awards

Changemaker of the Year
Social Impact Leader
Consumer Brand of the Year
Good Investor of the Year
Businesswoman of the Year
Rising Star of the Year
Ally of the Year
Catalyst for Change
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