Women In Operations - SME

The Women in Operations – SME Award recognises the exceptional achievements of women who have made significant contributions to the operations of a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) in the UK. The judges will be looking for women who have demonstrated leadership, innovation, and excellence in their roles, and who have broken down barriers to pave the way for future opportunities for women in their field. The winner may nominate themselves or be nominated by anyone within their organisation, provided the nominee has given their permission. Entry is by a 5-page A4 PDF submission. The judges will be looking for a clear plan and evidence that it is delivering on its core objectives, with particular attention to the criteria listed below.

• Career Summary: Please include summary that describes the nominee’s career to date, and qualifications.
• Leadership: The nominee should have demonstrated outstanding leadership skills in their field of work. This may include leading teams, managing projects, or mentoring others in their community.
• Innovation: The nominee should demonstrate creativity and innovation in their work within the operations community. This may include developing new techniques or processes, implementing novel technologies, or finding solutions to complex challenges.
• Professionalism: The nominee should have exhibited a high level of professionalism in their work. This may include demonstrating ethical behaviour, adhering to community standards, and being a role model for others in the community.
• Impact: The nominee should have made a significant impact in the operations community, particularly in advancing the role and recognition of women. This may include leading groundbreaking research, driving innovation in operations practices, advocating for gender diversity and inclusion, or mentoring and empowering women in the field.
• Supporting Testimonials: Please include testimonials from senior professionals connected to the nominee