Women Leaders in Electronics Awards 2026

Businesswoman of the Year

This prestigious award celebrates the remarkable accomplishments of women in the electronics industry, recognising those who have made significant contributions at an industry level. The recipient is honoured for her outstanding achievements, which may include a significant contribution to a specific project, work as part of an industry alliance or consortium, exceptional performance in a leadership role or business leadership within a department, regional or international company. She exemplifies skill, judgment, leadership and integrity, guided by a strong sense of purpose and values, with a clear commitment to advancing DEI to advance the electronics industry.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Demonstration of strategic leadership with measurable results

• Exhibits innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities to drive the organisation forward.

• Demonstrates thinking ‘outside of the box’ to progress the business Setting, communicating, and achieving strategic objectives for a project or company.

• Acts as an effective advocate for an industry sector or discipline

• Effectively aligns organisational goals with the broader industry trends and future directions.

• Ethical standards and integrity

• Upholds and promotes high ethical standards and integrity in all aspects of leadership.

• Leads by example, fostering a culture of trust, transparency, and accountability.

• Implements good working practises to accommodate different employee needs

• Leads with a clear sense of purpose and strong personal values.

• Inspires and motivates others through her vision and commitment to the organisation's mission.

• Balances business goals with a commitment to social responsibility and ethical practices.

• Serves as a role model and inspiration for future leaders in the electronics industry.

• Provides mentorship and support to emerging leaders, particularly women and underrepresented groups.

• Actively participates in industry events, panels, and discussions to share knowledge and inspire others.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) within a company

• Actively promotes and implements DE&I initiatives within the organisation.

• Demonstrates measurable impact in creating a more inclusive and equitable workplace.

• Mentors and supports employees to foster an inclusive leadership pipeline.

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300-500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

Communicator/Problem Solver

This award is for a woman who has shown an innovative approach to communicating to internal or external audiences. This can be a marketing communicator who is able to relay complex technical detail in a form that can be understood by people less familiar with the subject to extend the reach of the company or industry message. This may be someone who communicates with students or journalists or as a community liaison for a company or industry body. The award also recognises women who have used their communication skills to listen and understand a problem in the workplace and who has communicated to all parties, or design teams, to bring about a successful resolution.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Presented a bold strategic vision with energy and appeal

• Demonstrated ingenuity and empathy to overcome specific challenges/ obstacles faced by others

• Demonstrated the ability to win hearts and minds for a project or initiative

• Adopted a unique approach to resolve a challenge that benefitted the business

• Uses a variety of communication methods to reach a broad audience (inside and outside of the business)

• Demonstrates the ability to distill complex electronics design issues into a form that can be appreciated by junior colleagues or students

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300 - 500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programme of the Year

Open to teams, electronics businesses, and institutions operating within the electronics sector in any capacity. This award aims to recognise an exemplary DEI programme in its entirety. Judges will assess the programme's planning, implementation and overall success, with a focus on advancing DEI for the benefit of the electronics industry, local or international communities. As well as educational programmes, we are looking for inspirational products or campaigns that address the particular difficulties of an age group, those with physical disabilities and/or neurodiversity or which encourage social mobility and access to technology.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Best-in-class achievements or initiatives

• Specific challenges/ obstacles faced and overcome

• New strategies, business development or staff/training initiatives

• Innovation/disruption

• Bold strategic vision

• Demonstrable and measurable impact

• A continuing commitment to diversity and inclusion

• Strong testimonial evidence • Scale and ambition – what’s next for the organisation?

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300-500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

Electronics Design Leader of the Year

This award honours an exceptional woman in a leadership position within the electronics industry. The winner will be recognised for her outstanding ability in electronics design while maintaining a company’s or group’s standards of ethics and integrity. She leads with a strong sense of purpose and with sound values, demonstrating a clear commitment to design excellence. Her exemplary leadership serves as an inspiration to future leaders in the electronics industry.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Strategic leadership

• Demonstrates skill and expertise in adopting or promoting a design, technology or methodology to advance the electronics industry.

• Exhibits innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities to drive the organisation forward.

• Demonstrates exceptional skill in electronics design and encouraging pioneering design in others;

• Setting, communicating, and achieving strategic objectives for a project or company.

• Effectively aligns organisational goals with the broader industry trends and future directions.

• Ethical standards and integrity

• Upholds and promotes high ethical standards and integrity in all aspects of leadership.

• Leads by example, fostering a culture of trust, transparency, and accountability.

• Advocates for and implements ethical practices within the organisation.

• Leads with a clear sense of purpose and strong personal values.

• Inspires and motivates others through her vision and commitment to the organisation's mission.

• Balances business goals with a commitment to social responsibility and ethical practices.

• Serves as a role model and inspiration for future leaders in the electronics industry.

• Provides mentorship and support to emerging leaders, particularly women and underrepresented groups.

• Actively participates in industry events, panels, and discussions to share knowledge and inspire others.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I)

• Actively promotes and implements DE&I initiatives within the organisation.

• Demonstrates measurable impact in creating a more inclusive and equitable workplace.

• Mentors and supports underrepresented groups, fostering an inclusive leadership pipeline.

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300 - 500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

Testimonials

Please provide strong testimonial evidence from peers, colleagues, clients, partners, and industry figures.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Promotional Summary

Please provide a short summary, in no more than 50 words, of your entry. This may appear in the printed event guide and on our website and in any relevant marketing communications about the awards should you make the shortlist. Please note that we reserve the right to edit for consistency and publishing reasons.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

Electronics Engineer of the Year

Recognising the achievements of female engineers in the electronics field, in particular for technical excellence, innovation and contributions to their industry sector or field of work.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit a Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Best-in-class achievements or initiatives

• Specific challenges/ obstacles faced and overcome

• Innovation/disruption

• Bold strategic vision

• Demonstrable and measurable impact

• A continuing commitment to diversity and inclusion

• Strong testimonial evidence

• Scale and ambition – what’s next for this individual?

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300-500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

Electronics Entrepreneur of the Year

Recognising women who have excelled as entrepreneurs in the electronics sector. This award highlights creative and technical ability combined with market knowledge and business acumen. The category’s focus is on innovative startups and successful business ventures.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Outstanding entrepreneurial qualities that have led to success

• Specific challenges/ obstacles faced and overcome

• Peer and team buy-in – who believes in this entrant?

• Bold strategic vision

• Demonstrable and measurable impact

• A continuing commitment to diversity and inclusion

• Strong testimonial evidence

• Scale and ambition - what’s next for this individual?

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300-500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

Electronics Rising Star

Awarded to the woman emerging as a promising talent in the electronics industry. She could be fully qualified or in a graduate/apprentice training scheme. To qualify she will have less than five years’ experience in her current role but has shown potential for future leadership.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Outstanding achievements/success

• Specific challenges/ obstacles faced and overcome

• Innovation/disruption

• Demonstrable and measurable impact

• A continuing commitment to diversity and inclusion

• Strong testimonial evidence

• Scale and ambition - what’s next for this individual?

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300-500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

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 one or more new approaches for the electronics sector, demonstrating exceptional design and/or technical skills. The innovation may relate to a specific design, or to a project, campaign, or company role. She will demonstrate exceptional skill, judgment, leadership and integrity, guided by her purpose and values, and commitment to advancing DEI in our industry.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit a Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Outstanding achievements/success

• Specific challenges/ obstacles faced and overcome

• The innovation/disruption and why it has led to success

• Bold strategic vision

• Demonstrable and measurable impact

• A continuing commitment to diversity and inclusion

• Strong testimonial evidence

• Scale and ambition - what’s next for this individual?

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300- 500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

Inspirational Leader

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 and/or the workplace. This award could also recognise how a female has inspired a career in STEM or the electronics industry through her enthusiasm for the subject and practical ways she has encouraged others to be a part of our industry. Her achievements will be an inspiration to anyone considering a career in electronics.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Demonstrates skill and expertise in adopting or promoting a design, technology, or methodology to advance the electronics industry.

• Exhibits innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities to drive the organisation forward.

• Demonstrates exceptional skill in electronics design and encouraging pioneering design in others;

• Setting, communicating, and achieving strategic objectives for a project or company.

• Effectively aligns organisational goals with the broader industry trends and future directions.

• Upholds and promotes high ethical standards and integrity in all aspects of leadership.

• Commitment to mentoring talent in any department within a company Leads by example, fostering a culture of trust, transparency, and accountability.

• Leads with a clear sense of purpose and strong personal values.

• Inspires and motivates others through her vision and commitment to the organisation's mission.

• Balances business goals with a commitment to social responsibility, fairness and ethical practices.

• Serves as a role model and inspiration for others at all levels of the electronics industry.

• Demonstrates measurable impact in introducing initiatives to meet special needs of employees or team members

• Mentors and supports colleagues and/or employees to fostering an inclusive leadership pipeline.

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300 - 500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

Lifetime Achievement Award

Recognising exceptional women in the electronics industry who show a long-standing legacy of accomplishments, leadership and contributions to the industry throughout their career.

This category is voted by the judging panel

Note: Women based outside of the UK may be nominated, but their organisation must have a presence in the UK.

This category is now closed

This category is voted on by the judging panel and names cannot be submitted.

Management/Small Team Leader of the Year

This award honours an outstanding person in a leadership position within the electronics industry who excels in creating and nurturing an exceptional workplace environment. The winner will be recognised for their ability to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being while maintaining the highest standards of ethics and integrity. They will demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and actively work to create a supportive and inclusive workplace. Their leadership serves as an inspiration for future leaders in the electronics industry.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

Workplace culture and environment
Ethical standards and integrity
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I)
Employee development and support
Inspiration and mentorship

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300-500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry.

If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

Mentor of the Year

Awarded to a male or female employee who has excelled in mentoring and supporting women to advance in their careers. Recognition will be given to those providing opportunities for personal or professional growth and supporting development and progression within a company.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit a Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Outstanding achievements/success

• Specific challenges/ obstacles faced and overcome

• Innovation/disruption

• Bold strategic vision

• Demonstrable and measurable impact

• A continuing commitment to diversity and inclusion

• Strong testimonial evidence

• Scale and ambition - what’s next for this individual?

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300 - 500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

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 combination with family responsibilities. This award recognises individuals and their contributions upon their return. It also recognises companies which support women returning to work and whose employee packages, facilities and workplace practices can be a model for future returners.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Outstanding achievements/success

• Specific challenges/ obstacles faced and overcome

• Commitment to professional development

• Bold strategic vision

• Demonstrable and measurable impact

• A continuing commitment to diversity and inclusion

• Strong testimonial evidence

• Scale and ambition - what’s next for this individual?

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300 - 500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

STEM/Community Outreach Star

This award recognises a woman who is actively engaged in promoting STEM subjects to students (projects can be for primary, secondary, A level or undergraduate levels). It can also recognise women who have created, or been active in community projects that introduce a company or a technology to a broader audience. We are looking for individuals involved with charities or educational projects that benefit a community.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Introduced an engaging initiative to encourage STEM education or projects OR

• Introduced an engaging initiative to encourage community or charity projects

• An active commitment to introducing or encouraging interest in STEM subjects OR

• Taking an active role in encouraging colleagues to engage in community outreach or charity projects

• Organisational skills

• Promotional skills to increase awareness and participation in STEM/Community Outreach initiatives

• Commitment to DE&I

• Skill, judgment, and integrity

• Purpose and values

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300 - 500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

Technical Excellence Award

This award honours an individual working within the electronics industry who has demonstrated exceptional technical expertise and innovation. She will be recognised for her outstanding technical contributions that have significantly advanced a field within electronics. The work will exemplify a high level of electronics design skill, creativity and problem-solving ability, and will play a significant role in advancing technology and/or design practices.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

Exceptional technical contributions
Innovation and problem-solving
Impact on the industry
Commitment to professional development
Ethics and integrity

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300-500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.

Unsung Hero

This award celebrates the impactful contributions made by women in non-technical roles within the electronics industry. 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 to improve the workplace through their efficiency, expertise, competence or attitude to co-workers.

To be eligible, entries must relate to achievements made between 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025.

To enter, please submit an Executive Summary on why you feel you / the person you are nominating should win this award.

Criteria

When reviewing your submission, the judges will be looking for evidence of the following:

• Outstanding achievements/success

• Specific challenges/ obstacles faced and overcome

• An imaginative/disruptive approach to problem solving

• Examples of going beyond specified job role

• Bold strategic vision

• Demonstrable and measurable impact

• Strong testimonial evidence

• Scale and ambition - what’s next for this individual?

Entry Questions:

Questions marked with an * indicate mandatory fields

*Executive Summary

Please provide a 300 - 500 word online submission focusing on the criteria provided above.

*Colour Headshot

Where possible please provide a colour headshot of the entrant. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

*Company Logo

The entrant's company logo should be supplied in colour as a vector eps file. We recommend a dpi of at least 300. If successful, this will be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Image

Where possible, please provide a JPEG or PNG image that best supports your entry. If successful, this may be used alongside your entry on the evening and in the magazine.

Supporting Materials

Please provide support material where you feel it will enhance your entry, such as case studies or video links. Please upload one zip file containing no more than 3 documents. Judges are not required to score supporting material but can use supporting material as evidence to support a claim. For this reason please ensure all important statements are included in the main body of your awards submission - do not rely on the supporting materials section alone to evidence your entry.