Campaign Inspiring Women Awards | Recognising Leadership & Impact

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The Campaign Inspiring Women Awards exist to do something simple but powerful - To celebrate the women who are making our industry better, and the allies who support them.

From rising stars to visionary leaders, creatives to change makers, this is where impact is recognised, and stories are amplified. Powered by Campaign UK, these awards offer visibility, credibility, and a powerful moment of pride. Enter yourself. Nominate someone incredible

Join us in celebrating the women and allies shaping the future of marketing, advertising, media and tech.

First entry deadline is 27 August 2026

^"Winning CEO of the Year at the Campaign Inspiring Women Awards was incredibly special, but honestly, the most meaningful part came afterwards. The following week, I was inundated with messages from women of colour across the industry – many of whom I’d never met – all saying versions of the same thing: that they’d been seriously considering leaving the industry because it felt toxic, unfair, and impossible to navigate, but seeing someone like them win gave them hope that maybe the industry is changing for the better.

^{No pressure, obviously.}

^{But those messages meant far more to me than the award itself, because they were a reminder of why these awards matter so much. In an industry where the gender pay gap still exists, the ‘mum tax’ is still very real, and visibility of women in senior leadership roles is still moving at a frustratingly slow pace, representation genuinely matters.}

^{We have to celebrate the women who are breaking through, not just because they deserve recognition, but because for the next generation coming into this industry, seeing it is often the first step to believing they can be it too."}

Sachini Imbuldeniya, Co-Founder and CEO, House of Oddities

Individual Categories

Allyship Award

The award aims to recognise those who go above and beyond in promoting gender equality and recognise individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment and action in supporting and empowering women.

By recognising and celebrating outstanding female allyship, this award aims to inspire continued efforts towards a more equitable and inclusive world for women.

CEO of the Year

This award recognises women CEOs who have excelled in providing demonstrated leadership that has been critical to the success of their organisations.

Conquering Creativity

This award recognises inspirational women whose work and ideas have generated consumer excitement through top-of-class creative thinking. The winner will be a woman who has not only set the standard for creative excellence but also raised the bar.

Diverse Inclusive Workplace

This award recognises a woman who has excelled in supporting diversity and inclusion and fostering an environment of genuine respect and trust in the workplace.

Entrepreneur of the Year

This award recognises an entrepreneur who has demonstrated exemplary leadership traits.

Health & Wellbeing Award

This award recognises and celebrates the achievements of women for an outstanding contribution to, and promotion of, health and wellbeing.

Making Media Matter

This award recognises outstanding women who have worked to ignite positive change through making meaningful decisions in media planning and buying. An exceptional woman who has contributed profoundly to our understanding of media and using it for the better.

Mentor of the Year

This award recognises outstanding leadership and implementation of a mentorship program and personal development.

Transforming Technology

This award recognises outstanding women who have ignited positive change by introducing new technology to the industry. An exceptional woman leader who has contributed profoundly to our understanding of technology or deployment of new technology.

Visionary Business Leader

This award recognises an exceptional woman who has not only achieved growth for their businesses but a leader who has contributed in a profound way to our understanding of female leadership.

Rising to the Top

Rising to the Top - Advertising

This award recognises women who have set themselves apart from their peers, have shown early success in advertising and will maximise their full potential to be the next generation of women leaders in the industry. Open to professionals who are at the age of 30 or under as of 1 December 2025 or with less than 5 years experience in their chosen sector.

Rising to the Top - Marketing

This award recognises women who have set themselves apart from their peers, have shown early success in marketing and will maximise their full potential to be the next generation of women leaders in the industry. Open to professionals who are at the age of 30 or under as of 1 December 2025 or with less than 5 years experience in their chosen sector.

Rising to the Top - Media

This award recognises women who have set themselves apart from their peers, have shown early success in media and will maximise their full potential to be the next generation of women leaders in the industry. Open to professionals who are at the age of 30 or under as of 1 December 2025 or with less than 5 years experience in their chosen sector.

Rising to the Top - Technology

This award recognises women who have set themselves apart from their peers, have shown early success in technology and will maximise their full potential to be the next generation of women leaders in the industry. Open to professionals who are at the age of 30 or under as of 1 December 2025 or with less than 5 years experience in their chosen sector.

ENTRY DEADLINES

First entry deadline: 27 August 2026

Second entry deadline: 8 October 2026

Late entry deadline: 26 November 2026

ENTRY PRICE

First entry deadline: £359 (+VAT)

Second entry deadline: £499 (+VAT)

Late entry deadline: £539 (+VAT)

"Campaign’s Inspiring Women Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the exceptional women shaping the future of the marketing, advertising, media and tech industries. It’s the perfect time to share empowering stories and encourage businesses to build workplaces where talent can thrive."

Charlotte Rawlings, Deputy Creativity and Culture Editor, Campaign UK

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