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"Empowered women are essential collaborators, to create more empowered businesses and resilient communities. For this reason, I am pleased to support this important initiative, being undertaken by HSBC Bank Malta, to celebrate the contributions of business women in the Maltese Islands. I believe we must do more, to highlight the role of the private sector as a crucial partner, to advance women’s empowerment. The effective inclusion of women will drive the national economic development of Malta, while also effectively promoting our aspirations, to achieve full gender equality and equity."

H.E. Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca President Of Malta

“I passionately believe that diversity of thought is an essential component of business success. Today 60% of graduates from the University of Malta are female, but only 5% of all Board positions in Malta’s listed companies are held by women, the lowest in the EU. Our economy cannot truly prosper and compete internationally over the long term unless the remarkable talent of business women in Malta is truly set free. And beyond the simple economics, in any healthy society there must be a fundamental moral perspective that it is talent alone which determines potential for progression and success. Within HSBC we are making progress to ensure equality but we also feel a responsibility to speak out and stand up for the promotion of meritocracy in wider society. We are honoured that Her Excellency the President of Malta, who clearly is a role model and advocate of equality at the highest level of society, has graciously agreed to be the patron of these awards to recognise and encourage excellence amongst businesswomen in the country.”

Andrew Beane CEO, HSBC Bank Malta p.l.c.

About us

About the awards

Malta has made significant steps forward in terms of breaking the glass ceiling and empowering women to reach their full potential. Notwithstanding, there are still a number of initiatives that need to be taken in order to increase gender equality and diversity in all spheres of life, especially in the world of business. Despite signs of improvement in the EU’s gender equality index, Maltese women are still in a very small minority on the boards of directors of both public and private entities. According to statistics, only 8.5% of directors of companies listed on the MSE are female.

The “Malta Businesswoman of the Year Awards” are designed to help promote and recognise women who have achieved significant success in business, and serve as an inspiration and encouragement for other women. The Awards also aim to accelerate the journey towards gender equality within the private sector.

Categories

1. Businesswoman of the year

This award will be presented to a female business owner/entrepreneur, director, executive/manager or professional who has achieved outstanding success. This will be measured in all aspects of the business – from profitability to customer relations and from strong and consistent growth to innovation and implementation. The winner is expected to demonstarte the outstanding contribution she has made to her sector and the impact she makes in her field. She should be able to demonstrate how her business provides support and input that makes a clear and beneficial difference to the people it works with, and how she delivers consistently outstanding levels of customer or client service. The winner in this category will be able to prove an appreciation of and an ability to deliver genuine added value whichever field of business she operates in.

The winner will serve as an inspiration to other female entrepreneurs and executives – through her story she will inspire and encourage others who may be following in her footsteps. She will be expected to demonstrate how she overcame obstacles on her journey to success, demonstrating determination and commitment.

2. Young businesswoman of the year

The winner will be a young female business owner/entrepreneur, director, executive/manager or professional who is a true trail blazer, leading the way as an example for her own generation. Nominees must be under 35 years of age to enter this category. The winner is expected to have a clear business vision, have achieved goals in line with her business plans and have already seen a measure of success.

This award will be presented to a truly inspirational young businesswoman who will encourage other young women to launch their own business or to seek senior positions within their organisation.

3. Company award for excellence in the promotion of women in business

This award will be presented to a company which can demonstrate tangible support and commitment in the promotion of women in business. The winning company will be expected to have implemented measures to promote women, giving them equal opportunities and providing the right environment for them to flourish and achieve their full potential. The winning company will be expected to demonstrate progress towards achieving gender balance in their senior management and decision making functions.

The winner of this category will serve as an inspiration to other companies that are serious in providing women with career and growth opportunities.

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Nomination Guidlines

Guidelines on how to apply for the 2019 Awards will be published later in the year.

Application/Nomination Form

Name of Nominee*
Role/Title*
Contact No*
Email Address*
Date of Birth*
Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY
Country of Residence*
Business Name*
Business Address*
Nature of Business*
Description of Business Activity*
Year Established*
Applicant Type*
- Nominator
- Nominee
Company's Fiscal Year 2016
Turnover Gross Profit Net Profit No of Employees
Company's Fiscal Year 2017
Turnover Gross Profit Net Profit No of Employees

Role*
Vision*
Personal Achievements*
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Signature of Applicant*
Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, gif, png, pdf.
Date*
Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY

Complete only if you are nominating someone other than yourself.
Name
Email
Telephone
Mobile
Company
Date
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- I have read and agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions

Name of Nominee*
Role/Title*
Contact No*
Email Address*
Date of Birth*
Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY
Country of Residence*
Business Name*
Business Address*
Nature of Business*
Description of Business Activity*
Year Established*
Applicant Type*
- Nominator
- Nominee
Company's Fiscal Year 2016
Turnover Gross Profit Net Profit No of Employees
Company's Fiscal Year 2017
Turnover Gross Profit Net Profit No of Employees

Role*
Vision*
Personal Achievements*
*
*
*
Signature of Applicant*
Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, gif, png, pdf.
Date*
Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY

Complete only if you are nominating someone other than yourself.
Name
Email
Telephone
Mobile
Company
Date
Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY
*
- I have read and agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions

Name of Nominee*
Role/Title*
Contact No*
Email Address*
Date of Birth*
Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY
Country of Residence*
Business Name*
Business Address*
Nature of Business*
Description of Business Activity*
Year Established*
Applicant Type*
- Nominator
- Nominee
Company's Fiscal Year 2016
Turnover Gross Profit Net Profit No of Employees
Company's Fiscal Year 2017
Turnover Gross Profit Net Profit No of Employees

Percentage of Female Employeeswithin the Company*
Percentage of Female Employeesin Managerial Roles*
What measures has your company implemented to support the promotion of women in your business?*
Name of Applicant*
Tel/Mobile*
Company & Role in the Company*
Email*
Date
Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY
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- I have read and agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enter?

Entries for 2018 are open as from Monday, 5th November 2018. Entries are online.

Closing date for the entries is noon on Monday, 26th November 2018.

We do not charge an entry fee. The finalists and winners are chosen by a panel of business experts based on the information supplied in the application form, and upon verification of the details provided.

Do I have to provide financial information?

Ideally yes, although this is not mandatory at the application stage. However, the more information we have about your business the more enabled the judges will be to take a final decision. It is also important to answer all the questions as factually as possible. All information will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

I am not a big business – are these awards for me?

Yes, most certainly. Our awards for businesswomen focus on individuals who have accomplished amazing achievements for themselves, their business and their clients. These awards are about women in business who have made a difference.

Who judges the awards?

A panel of business experts from various entrepreneurial backgrounds.

When will the awards ceremony be held?

The awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, 9th February 2019, during which local media will be present. The winners will be announced on the night.

What is the award?

The award will be a certificate and a trophy, which will be presented to the winners by dignitaries during the awards ceremony.

What happens after the awards ceremony?

The awards ceremony will be followed by a networking reception.

If you have any more questions about our awards for businesswomen, do feel free to contact us on astridsaliba@hsbc.com.

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Welcome

Welcome

About us

About the awards

Categories

1. Businesswoman of the year

2. Young businesswoman of the year

3. Company award for excellence in the promotion of women in business

Apply

Application/Nomination Form

Complete only if you are nominating someone other than yourself.

Complete only if you are nominating someone other than yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enter?

Do I have to provide financial information?

I am not a big business – are these awards for me?

Who judges the awards?

When will the awards ceremony be held?

What is the award?

What happens after the awards ceremony?

News

Natalie Briffa Farrugia wins inaugural Malta Businesswoman of the Year Award

Leading business figures judge Malta Businesswoman of the Year Awards

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