Act Now to Submit Your Nomination Nominations are now open for the IPWS Women Leadership Awards 2026. This is your opportunity to nominate yourself or someone you know whose leadership story deserves to be recognised. WLA 2026 welcomes nominations for women leaders, entrepreneurs, young achievers, changemakers, long-standing contributors, and male allies who actively support women’s progress. We are looking for nominees who have made a meaningful contribution through their work, business, community, or advocacy. This may include someone who […]
Corporate Business Leader of the Year This award recognises a woman who holds, or has recently held, a senior leadership role within a company or organisation, and whose leadership has created clear results and positive change. Brings substantial professional experience and a sustained record of leadership, influence, and results. What the nomination should demonstrate The scope of her leadership, the responsibilities she holds, and why her role is significant. The positive change she has led, influenced, or enabled, […]
Nomination Process – WLA 2026 Nominations are now open for the IPWS Women Leadership Awards 2026. This is your opportunity to nominate yourself or someone you know whose story deserves to be recognised. We welcome nominations for women leaders, entrepreneurs, young achievers, changemakers, long-standing contributors, and male allies who actively support women’s progress. We are looking for nominees who have shown meaningful leadership, created positive change, supported others, and made a clear contribution through their work, business, community, […]
Submit Your Nomination – WLA 2026 The IPWS Women Leadership Awards 2026, themed “Together, We Grow,” are now open for nominations. Now in its 19th year, WLA continues to recognise women whose work, leadership, and contribution deserve to be seen. This is your opportunity to nominate an inspiring leader, entrepreneur, young achiever, changemaker, ally, or long-standing contributor. Before submitting, please review the Nomination Criteria, Process Details, and FAQs to make sure your application is complete and eligible. Only fully completed nominations will be […]
The theme for this year is Together, We Grow. It speaks to women who are building something of their own, stepping into new roles, learning through change, and supporting others along the way. For some, it may mean building a small business with limited resources. For others, it may mean taking the first steps into leadership, finding their voice at work, starting something new, or continuing even when the journey feels uncertain. Growth does not always […]
The Blondies was Gold Sponsor for this year’s Women Leadership Awards. IPWS is grateful for their support and contributions to this year’s success! The Blondies beauty salon For more than 5 years, there has been a space where there beauty is not just a service, but an art accessible to everyone. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of beauty, self-love and taking care of your body with The Blondies. Your pleasure begins here, in the center of a […]
The Bund FTC was venue sponsor for this year’s – WLA 2025 Jury Day. IPWS is grateful for their support. The Bund FTC is located at No. 69 Jiujiang Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, standing in the core area of urban renewal on “the Second Facade” of The Bund, adjacent to Nanjing East Road Business District, surrounded by a cluster of financial and historical buildings. Jiujiang Road, where it sits, is commonly known as “Second Road” and is one […]
What an inspiring afternoon it was at the 18th Women Leadership Awards! Our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and finalists, your stories of courage, leadership, and impact continue to inspire us all. Please join us in congratulating all the winners! Corporate Business Leader of the Year WINNER Miriam Wickertsheim Woman of Impact WINNER Danmaji Niu SME Business Leader of the Year WINNER Daniela Sena Young Achiever WINNER Eloise Zhang HeforShe Man of […]
