The Influential Business Woman of the Year Award recognizes women who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in driving business success, innovation, and positive societal impact. This award honors women leaders who exhibit visionary thinking, strategic decision-making, and a strong commitment to ethical practices, inspiring teams, businesses, and communities. By celebrating outstanding women leaders, this award encourages others to adopt transformative leadership approaches and set new standards of excellence in business, empowering future generations of women in leadership.
The MAWbiz Influential Business Woman of the Year Award is a prestigious initiative recognizing women leaders who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in driving business success, innovation, and positive societal impact. These awards honor women who have employed visionary strategies, ethical decision-making, and transformative leadership to inspire their teams and industries. By celebrating excellence in leadership, the awards set a benchmark for corporate responsibility, encourage continued progress, and highlight the crucial role of influential women business leaders in shaping a sustainable and thriving future for organizations and communities.
MAWbiz e-Awards Categories
Each month, MAWbiz presents one award in the following categories:
Judges' Panel
We are privileged to have esteemed professionals on our judges' panel:
Dr. M. R. Maxim
Founder & Managing Director of MAWbiz and Lecturer at Charles Darwin University. Dr. Maxim has a PhD in Environmental Economics and dedicated his academic endeavours in making the world a better place by improving the environment and social cohesion through more ethical business practices.
Gerard M.
Senior Surveyor of Infrastructure projects across Sydney. Gerard M is an engineer with a passion for preserving the environment and wildlife. His professional expertise allows him to understand the environmentally responsible practices in engineering, construction and land management that can reduce emissions, lower pollution and have minimal social and environmental impacts.
Sunny Liu
Campaigns and Engagement Advisor. Sunny has extensive experience working in various non-profit entities to build a strong sense of community engagement and social interactions that lead to community empowerment.
Why Participate
Join Us in Celebrating Leadership Excellence
We invite you to be part of the Influential Business Woman of the Year Award, where we honor exceptional women leaders who are shaping the future of business with visionary thinking, strategic leadership, and a commitment to ethical practices. Together, let’s celebrate those who are driving innovation, empowering teams, and making a lasting impact on their industries and communities. Participate in recognizing the women leaders who are setting new standards of excellence, fostering growth, and creating a positive influence that extends beyond their organizations.
Leadership Excellence: Acknowledging women leaders who demonstrate exceptional vision, strategic thinking, and a commitment to driving business success while fostering a culture of innovation and empowerment.
Innovative Leadership Solutions: Celebrating visionary women leaders who implement creative and scalable strategies that promote growth, resilience, and positive societal impact across their organizations, industries, and communities.
Ethical Leadership and Empowerment: Honoring influential women leaders who embrace ethical decision-making, champion diversity and inclusion, and remain dedicated to empowering their teams and inspiring future generations of women leaders.
Research Team Selection
Our expert research team diligently identifies and evaluates women leaders who have demonstrated exceptional achievements, innovation, and influence in their respective fields. Through thorough analysis, we recognize nominees who exhibit visionary leadership, strategic decision-making, and a commitment to empowering others. If you or a woman leader you know exemplifies these qualities, we will reach out to discuss your nomination for the Influential Business Woman of the Year Award.
Self-Nomination
Women leaders who are confident that their leadership has made a significant and positive impact are encouraged to submit a self-nomination. To participate, simply complete the Nomination Form and submit it by 20 February 2025.
Judging Panel Review
A distinguished panel of experts and influential business leaders will assess all nominations, considering the innovation, measurable influence, and leadership accomplishments of each nominee. The panel will select the women who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, business acumen, and dedication to inspiring and uplifting others, ultimately determining the recipients of the Influential Business Woman of the Year Award.
For additional information and to nominate yourself or a deserving leader, please visit the MAWbiz Awards Page.
‘The bedrock of MAWbiz lies on three main
pillars, sustainable branding, social
advancement and community empowerment through knowledge sharing –
Dr. M. R. Maxim, Managing Director, MAWbiz
