We are pleased to announce that we will be welcoming guests back to the Hilton Glasgow on Sunday 9th March 2025, for a gathering to honour inspirational women from across Scotland.
This event is generously sponsored by the Sir Reo Stakis Foundation.
The Woman of Influence Awards recognises the remarkable accomplishments of women in Scotland while generating essential funds for Action for Children.
This event encompasses an engaging afternoon of entertainment, providing insights into the significant impact we have on children and families across the United Kingdom, as well as honouring outstanding women in their respective fields.
We are pleased to announce our remarkable finalists for 2025. They are an exceptionally inspiring group of women. Thank you to Lenovo for sponsoring the main award category.
Kerry Sharp, Director of Growth Investments, Scottish Enterprise
Kerry's leadership at Scottish Enterprise has been transformative, guiding the organisation in delivering start-to-scale services and managing an annual budget of £50 million to support high-growth, innovation-driven start-ups.
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Executive Chairperson, Biocon Limited and Biocon Biologics Limited
Kiran has been recognised as one of TIME magazine's 100 Most Influential People and is esteemed as a thought leader who has significantly contributed to her country's reputation by establishing a globally recognised biopharmaceutical company.
Jasmin Paris MBE, Ultrarunning Sensation
Jasmin Paris, a mother, veterinarian, and research scientist, gained recognition in January 2019 for winning the 268-mile Montane Spine race, breaking the record by 12 hours. In March 2024, she made history as the first woman to complete the Barkley Marathons, once considered impossible for women.
Jonquil Hackenberg, CEO of Ellen MacArthur Foundation
Jonquil has been the CEO of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation since November 2024, with a mission to accelerate the Circular Economy, globally. She also serves as the Deputy Chair of the Design Council, focusing on 'Design for Planet' and preparing to host the World Design Congress in London in September 2025.
Dr. Kate Cameron is a leading scientist and entrepreneur in biotechnology, with a PhD from Edinburgh University and over 18 years of experience. She has managed large research projects, presented globally, and taught internationally. As the founder and CEO of Cytochroma, she is pioneering the development of stem cell-derived mini-organs from diverse male and female donors. Cytochroma’s mini hearts and livers aid in predicting drug safety and effectiveness while enhancing diversity in AI-driven drug discovery. Thank you to Nationwide for sponsoring this award.
We are delighted to award Angel with this award. She said: "AFC is a place that I can call my home and the staff and young people in here are family to me. I see different staff coming in and out of this place and all the staff are either mums or siblings to me and I am thankful for this house, giving me a place to stay and I love being able to be myself here." Thank you to Morton Fraser MacRoberts LLP for sponsoring this award.
For more information on the Woman of Influence Awards and how you can support, contact Nicole Tweeddale: [email protected]
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