The WINTRADE AWARDS celebrate women from every corner of the globe, across industry sectors, who are making a difference in their field.
A DAZZLING EVENING CELEBRATING WOMEN IN BUSINESS
We want to dedicate this beautiful evening to the celebration of women in business; women who work tirelessly to be the change they want to see in the world. At the end of a hard week’s work, let’s come together and uplift each other at this dazzling event.
A GALA FOR ENTEPRISING WOMEN
Enterprise takes many forms. This global awards gala is for women making waves in corporate structures, as well as small businesses and start-ups.
In the 23 years since Dr Thompson founded the European Federation of Black Women Business Owners, she and her enterprise has supported and mentored literally thousands of women.
Now known as WinTRADE, this ever-growing network invites you to take part; take away a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to grow and support your business; and then, come Friday night, celebrate!
HIGH-PROFILE KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
In the last four years, we’ve enjoyed some fantastic, high-profile keynote speakers including Mayors, Cherie Blair and the Deputy Prime Minister of Bahamas along with well-wishing messages of support from Tony Blair, Bill Clinton, and even Nelson Mandela. In 2020, it only gets better. Speakers to be announced.
THE BEST HOTELS IN LONDON
We’ve hosted events at the prestigious Hilton Hotel, Intercontinental, and The Grosvenor Park Lane where we hosted over 1200 women and their supporters for our 12th awards dinner. This year, we look forward to returning to The Park Lane Hotel for the WINTRADE AWARDS GALA 2020
..and THE BEST PARTNERS
In the past we have been supported by, and partnered with; government departments; the Mayor’s office; airlines and technology companies; HSBC, Barclays, Lloyds, NatWest, Facebook, The Fardad Foundation, Estana and more. We look forward to welcoming them back, with new sponsors and partners joining us for 2020 including The Al-Saad Foundation.
FAQs WinTRADE Awards

The Judges score each answer individually and entries are often referred back to during the awards process. You should therefore consider all questions carefully, packing them full of information that highlights the achievement of the business. However, whilst we urge you to answer all questions thoroughly, please do not exceed the word quota for each one.
Our Judges are looking for relevant, concise answers that are accurate and honest. They want to get an understanding of the business’ principles, philosophies and practices. They also want a sense of how the business became successful, as well as plans and vision for the future.
We want to ascertain if the business can show the following:
- Industry excellence
- Leadership
- Change agent
- Business cultural change
- Impact on stakeholders
- Inspiration and Aspiration
- Industry innovation and inventions
- Continuous Learning
- Service to the community over and above the workplace
- How this business would pay it forward (pass on its success to others)
You can find more information about the judging criteria here: <link>
Our judging panel is made up of business experts, successful business owners, and representatives from our sponsors.
Sponsors are not allowed to vote on the categories they are sponsoring.
They treat all entry information professionally and sign a confidentiality agreement before judging commences.
When you are ready to go – download your nomination form here:
Yes. It’s possible that a business could win both the category award that they entered, as well as an overall award, such as Excellence, Leadership or International.
You can also be the recipient of multiple awards by winning at both the state and national level.
Nominations are now open.
Nominations Close: *
Judging: *
Finalists Informed: *
Awards Dinner: 12th June 2020
We will not accept any nominations after 23.55 on the *
Prizes for the 2020 Awards include industry learning workshops, global networking, business opportunities, WinTRADE membership and international speaking opportunities. Media coverage will be included in the winner’s package. Each finalist will receive a complimentary ticket to the WinTRADE AWARDS GALA DINNER, with discounted tickets for your guests.
Self-nomination and 3rd party nominations are both accepted and encouraged!
Nominating and entering the WinTRADE AWARDS is free. So, if you’re ready, submit your nomination here: