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Outstanding Individual Categories
Woman of the Year
This prestigious award celebrates remarkable accomplishments of women in the electronics industry. The recipient of this honour is recognised for her outstanding achievements, which may include a specific project, strong initiative, a general body of work, or her exceptional performance in a particular leadership role within the sector. She exemplifies skill, judgment, leadership, and integrity, is guided by a strong sense of purpose and values, with a clear commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). Her achievements serve as an inspiration to future leaders in the field.
Leader of the Year
Open to women in leadership positions within electronics companies. The winner will be an outstanding leader who excels in setting and achieving strategic objectives while upholding ethical standards and integrity. She is guided by a strong sense of purpose and values, including a clear commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). Her leadership serves as an inspiration for future leaders in the electronics industry.
Innovator of the Year
Open to women who are playing a leading role in modernising the electronics industry, either within an electronics company or as a supplier. The winner will have clearly pioneered new approaches in the electronics sector, demonstrating exceptional design and/or technical skills. This may be attributed to a specific project, campaign, case, or role. She will demonstrate exceptional skill, judgment, leadership, and integrity, guided by her purpose and values, including a strong commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I).
Unsung Hero in a Leadership Role
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One of two awards that acknowledge the invaluable contributions made by women in non-technical roles within the electronics industry (see also Unsung Hero). This category is dedicated to senior women in leadership positions who are making an exceptional impact on a business and/or the industry as a whole. She is guided by a clear sense of purpose and values, driving positive change in the electronics sector.
Unsung Hero
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One of two awards that celebrate the impactful contributions made by women in non-technical roles within the electronics industry (see also Unsung Hero in a Leadership Role). This award recognises the importance of role models at all levels of an electronics business and is open to women in non-technical roles who are guided by their values and sense of purpose.
Returner of the Year
Open to women who have successfully returned to work after maternity leave or a career break. This award recognises the challenges associated with returning to work. In doing so, it is hoped that best practices can be gathered and collated for future returners.
Electronics Entrepreneur of the Year
Recognising UK-based women who have excelled as entrepreneurs in the electronics sector, highlighting creative and technical ability, with business acumen. The category’s focus is on innovative startups and successful business ventures.
Mentor of the Year
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Awarded to male or female, non-binary who has excelled in mentoring and supporting women in their electronics careers, facilitating professional growth and development.
Electronics Rising Star
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Awarded to the woman emerging as a promising talent in the electronics industry, with three years’ minimum experience, and who has shown potential for future leadership.
