The Scottish Women’s Awards 2023 has concluded, shining a spotlight on the outstanding achievements and contributions of women from various fields across Scotland.

This prestigious annual event, now in its 5th year continues to be a platform for recognising and celebrating the remarkable women who are redefining excellence in their respective domains.

The awards ceremony, held on Saturday 16th September at the exquisite Glasgow Marriott Hotel was a momentous occasion filled with inspiration and pride as women from diverse backgrounds were acknowledged for their exceptional accomplishments.

The 2023 winners have demonstrated resilience, determination, and innovation, setting inspiring examples for future generations.

The event was attended by distinguished guests, including prominent figures from various industries, who gathered to celebrate the achievements of these exceptional women and to encourage others to follow their lead.

A Spokesperson for The 5th Scottish Women’s Awards 2023 said: “The Scottish Women’s Awards 2023 has showcased the extraordinary talents and achievements of these women, highlighting their significant contributions to society.

These winners represent not only excellence in their respective fields but also the qualities of determination, resilience, and a commitment to making a positive difference in the world. We would like to congratulate all winners and nominees for their amazing achievements and we hope their success stories will inspire others to reach for excellence.”

The winners of The 5th Scottish Women’s Awards 2023 are:

Achievements in Arts & Culture: Hannah Schlesinger Brodie (Edinburgh Science, Edinburgh)              

Businesswoman of the Year: Karen Trickett (When Life Changes Limited, Glasgow)            

Business of the Year: McTaggart Construction (Janice Russell, Dalry)

Beauty Entrepreneur of the Year: Geraldine McCullagh (Me-Time Therapies, Edinburgh)              

Businesswoman of the Year (less than 50 staff): Nikola Kelly (Be-IT Resourcing, Glasgow)

Business of the Year (less than 50 staff): Thorne Travel Group (Shona Thorne, Kilwinning)

Corporate Leader of the Year: Michelle Elliot (FRP, Glasgow)       

Achievements in Civil Service: Gillian Hamilton (Education Scotland, Glasgow)   

Services to Charity / Third Sector: Sharon Bell (StepChange Debt Charity Scotland, Glasgow)            

Food Entrepreneur of the Year: Clare MacDougall (The 1295 Caviar Company, Dalmeny)              

CEO of the Year: Fiona Campbell (Association of Scotland’s Self-Caterers, Glasgow)         

Services to Education: Margaret Sutherland (University of Glasgow, Glasgow)    

Young Achiever of the Year: Amelia Milton (Smelleez Soap, Perth)

Family Run Business of the Year: Hotel 1881 Archiestown (Lauren & Steph Murray, Moray)

Achievements in Law: Gemma Baillie (McLean & Stewart Solicitors, Dunblane) 

Services to Medicine: Ioanna Nixon (NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Glasgow)

Not for Profit CEO of the Year: Helen Forrest (Children’s Health Scotland, Glasgow)

Best Professional in Business: Kirstin Strachan (Steedman, Edinburgh)

Business Advocate of the Year: Cat Hay (FDF Scotland, Edinburgh)

Small Business of the Year: Ellipsis (Nicole Christie, Glasgow)

Community Achievement of the Year: Jen Hardy (Cancer Card, Edinburgh)

Managing Director of the Year: Brenda Bothwell (Paramount Care Aberdeen Ltd, Aberdeen)

Creative Entrepreneur of the Year: Chloe Milligan (Mud Urban Flowers, Glasgow)

Social Leader of the Year: Leah Hodder (Visit Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen)

Woman of Influence: Gillian Hamilton (Education Scotland, Glasgow)

Achievements in Accounting & Finance: Caroline Colliston (DWF, Edinburgh)     

Entrepreneur of the Year: Jamie Genevieve (Vieve, Glasgow)

Services to Science & Technology: Liz Bacon (Abertay University, Dundee)

Woman of the Year: Nicola Steedman (Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Scotland, Glasgow)

 Women Support Group of the Year: Soul Food Sisters (Glasgow)             

Corporate Achiever of the Year: Lyn Calder (Anderson Anderson & Brown LLP, Edinburgh)

Achievements in STEM: Monika Tomecka (UFraction8, Falkirk)