BWC Aberdeen Athena Awards 2025
The Athena Awards are a celebration of the incredible women entrepreneurs and leaders who are making a significant impact in the business community of Aberdeen. We firmly believe that their accomplishments deserve to be acknowledged and celebrated. By recognizing these women, we hope to inspire others and create a more inclusive and supportive environment for women in business.
The Awards will take place on Friday 14th November 2025 showcasing and celebrating the achievements and contributions of outstanding women entrepreneurs and leaders in the region.
Together, let's honour the achievements of women in business and pave the way for a brighter future.
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Dates to Remember
13th May – Nominations open
15th August – Nominations close
8th September – Shortlist announced
W/C 22nd and 29th September – Judging interviews
13th October – Finalists contacted and announced
14th November – Athena Awards 2025, P&J Live, TECA, Dyce, Aberdeen
Athena Awards 2025 Nominees
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The Hospitality, Food, Drink and Tourism Award
This Award showcases women who work in the broadest hospitality industry sector.
FINALISTS
Carol Angus
Grace McDowell
Leanne Flockhart
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Women in Finance Award
Sponsored by Buchan Wealth Management
This Award showcases creative talent and celebrates a woman who has made an outstanding impact on the business landscape in Scotland. This category includes women working across all areas of Law including Property.
FINALISTS
Adele Reid
Amanda Henderson
Christina Mark
Louise Smith
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Hair, Beauty and Fashion Award
Sponsored by Bloom
This Award showcases creative talent and celebrates a woman who has made an outstanding impact on the business landscape in Scotland. This category includes women working across all areas of Hair, Beauty and Fashion.
FINALISTS
Amanda Chappel
Joy Kelikume Oziomaaka
Sarah Costello and Laura Buchanan
Sharon Watson
Victoria Mutch
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Women in Law Award
Sponsored by Laurie & Co
This Award showcases creative talent and celebrates a woman who has made an outstanding impact on the business landscape in Scotland.
FINALISTS
Donna McKay
Emma Robertson
Amy McKay
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Health, Wellbeing and Lifestyle Award
Sponsored by Acumen Financial Planning
This Award showcases women who work within the health, fitness, personal coaching or supports everyone in their lifestyle (eg., interior design, home staging, etc.)
FINALISTS
Aleksandra McDiarmid
Gael Simpson
Jo Bell
Julie Daly
Laura Patterson
Shabnum Hanif
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Women in Business Support and Consultancy Award
Sponsored by DXD Media & Action Coach
This Award showcases women who work as self employed Consultants supporting individuals in areas such as IT, Business Coaching, HR, Property, Estate Agency, Marketing, Social Media, etc).
FINALISTS
Brenda Hector
Jen Markou
Lisa Ironside
Nicola Davidson
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Women in PR, Marketing and Communications Award
Sponsored by Prospect13
This Award showcases women who work hard to ensure their clients or stakeholders have excellent PR, Marketing and Comms across all media platforms.
FINALISTS
Amanda Inglis
Chloe Giles
Iska Walter
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Women in the 3rd Sector Award
Sponsored by QA Vehicle Solutions
This Award showcases women who work in the challenging 3rd Sector environment.
FINALISTS
Marion Montgomery
Neve McPherson
Phionna McInnes
Zara Grant
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The Rising Star Award
Sponsored by Hall Morrice
This Award showcases a young woman who is taking the local area by storm and is one to watch!
FINALISTS
Ali Clark
Bethany Smith
Eilidh Rankin
Maya Vertigans
Sarah Wells
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Inspirational Woman of the Year
Sponsored by The Bia Partnership
This Award showcases creative talent and celebrates a woman who has made an outstanding impact on the business landscape in Scotland. The nominated woman will have to display outstanding achievements in their field of work along with evidence of supporting the community she works within.
FINALISTS
Amanda Inglis
Christina Sutherland
Rosee Elliott
Shona Robertson
Tracy Franz
Victoria Mutch
Buy your tickets for the Athena Awards now
Athena Awards 2025
Friday 14th November 2025
P&J Live, TECA, Dyce, Aberdeen
Individual: £130
Members: £120
The ticket price includes a drinks reception, a two-course lunch, and entertainment provided by Glitz.
*Members must use their members discount code at checkout in order to receive reduced price
Thank You To Our Sponsors
Award Judges
Gillian Campbell
Partner and Head of Private Wealth – Shepherd & Wedderburn
Cerri McDonald
MD – Prospect13
Carol Munro
HR Director Consultant and Chair of ARCHIE Foundation
Margaret Brown
Owner of Margaret Brown Consulting Ltd
Sheona Hill
Owner of BLOOM
Sally Bryant
Owner of The Bia Partnership
Suz Bird
Owner Emmy & Bird
Sophy Copeland
CEO – Instant Neighbour
Fiona Lindsay
Owner – Bridge Communications
Lynne Hamilton
Owner – Planet Tasteful
Deborah McCombie
Owner – DXD Media
Debbie Mair
Director of Sales – Park Inn by Radisson
Rhian Morgan
Director – Acumen Financial Planning Ltd
FAQ’s
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It is free to enter the awards.
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Nominations can be made on someone’s behalf or by the nominee themself.
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If the nominee meets the criteria, they can be entered into more than one awards category.
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It is not necessary to be a member of BWC Aberdeen to enter the awards, but membership offers many benefits.
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It is necessary for the business to be registered in Scotland, however we will also accept entries if the business or person has a head office outside of Scotland but is based in Scotland.
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All nominations must be submitted by 6pm, Friday 15th August 2025. We will not accept any late entries.
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We will make contact with those shortlisted by Friday 8th September 2025.