The SA Woman Awards are designed to celebrate the achievements of women-led businesses in South Australia. They not only give the winning businesses and finalists well-deserved recognition, but also a platform and opportunity to showcase their business and success.
More to Cheer About
While the inaugural event was held in November 2018 at the Duke of Brunswick, bringing together 60 women in business, 2019 saw over 260 women come together to celebrate their achievements. We can’t wait to do it all again for 2020!
From start-ups to major businesses, our award categories recognise women who are excelling at all different stages in their business journey.
Rise Up Award
SPONSORED BY: BNI Adelaide North
For a woman who has had a year of growth in their business.
New Woman on the Block Award
SPONSORED BY: Concrete Busters
For a woman with a business under 12 months old.
Quiet Achiever Award
SPONSORED BY: Little Picassos
For a woman who has done phenomenal things consistently in business, but rarely toots her own horn.
Regional Woman in business Award
SPONSORED BY: Your Estate Lawyer
For a regional woman in business who created a star business in her local community.
The Heart Award
SPONSORED BY: Hallett Law
For a business that has at it’s heart the needs of their local community (eg. Social enterprise/not for profit/community organisation).
First Nations Woman in Business Award
**NEW for 2020** SPONSORED BY: SA Woman Australia and Robyn Verrall
For an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander woman who has had a year of growth in their business (for both new or established businesses).
The Backbone Award
SPONSORED BY: Bullys Meats
For a woman in business who is the backbone of the family business or place of employment. Recognising the valuable contributions of women – even if they aren’t the listed business owner, because without them the business would not run nor operate as smoothly.
The Connection Award
SPONSORED BY: Yarnarama
For a business who is passionate about supporting and encouraging women in business to connect and grow, through the creation of community, events and workshops.
The Mum in Business Award
SPONSORED BY: Switch Start Scale
For a woman who is juggling motherhood and business and shown great growth in their business in the last 12 months.
The All Rounder Award
SPONSORED BY: Tashly Consulting
For a woman who has excelled in a number of areas and shown persistance and dedication to their role and has overcome hurdles.
**NEW FOR 2020** THE INNOVATOR AWARD
**NEW FOR 2020** THE LEADERSHIP AWARD
Member of the Year
SPONSORED BY: SA Woman Australia
To recognise the contribution of an SA Woman member to the community in line with the SA Woman values and mission.
COMING IN 2021 – The Young Woman in Business Award
We are incredibly grateful for the businesses who have put their support behind South Australian women in business by being a sponsor for the SA Woman Awards. They allow us to create an event that truly celebrates and showcases the talented women in business across South Australia.
To find out more about becoming a sponsor, please email us HERE.
In addition to all our Category Sponsors listed above, we are lucky to also have the following businesses a part of the SA Woman Awards.
MAJOR SPONSOR
We have been honoured to celebrate the achievements of women in business in South Australia since our first Awards night in 2018. Now in its third year, we cannot wait to showcase our next generation of award winners!
Rise Up Award
2019: Bree May, Food According to Bree
2018: Shanti Wilby, From the Wild
New Woman on the Block Award
2019: Megan Hodge, Your Wealthy Life
2018: Kristy Robertshaw, Charlie & Jack
Regional Star Award
2019: Natasha English McCulloch, Hip Hop Bounce
2018: Alex Morgan, Move Pilates Studio
Quiet Achiever Award
2019: Naomi Husain, Kanti Yoga
2018: Janine Boyd, Little Picassos
CONNECTION Award
2019: Carolyn Jeffrey, Women in Business Regional Network
2018: Ayesha Michael, Yellow Cake Creative Roxby Downs
Heart Award
2019: Steph Malan, The Village Co.
2018: Claire Byrt, Love Local Fleurieu
The Mum in Business Award
2019: Elaine Tang, Melvory Skincare
The Backbone Award
2019: Melina Seltsikas, LS Design Construct
The All Rounder Award
2019: Alex Karatassa, Five Four Entertainment & Taking Back Saturday
Member of the Year
2019: Robyn Verrall, Bullys Meats
2018: Katharine Crane, Crane Creative