Women of the Year Awards appoints Relationships Director
The Women of The Year Awards (WOTY) has appointed Lou Robey, senior leader and champion of women as Relationships Director, creating new strategic partnerships for the organisation, providing strategic support to the WOTY Board of Directors and to help grow its commercial offering, beyond the Awards. A senior leader in transformation and communications, who champions […]
In memory of Baroness Helen Newlove – Patron
It is with deep sadness that we share the news that Baroness Helen Newlove, one of our Patrons died on 11 November 2025 following a short illness. Helen was an integral part of our organisation and made a lasting impact through her leadership, dedication, and passion for supporting women in all walks of life. Helen […]
Behind the opening act: Capturing the magic at the Women of the Year Awards
From the very first moment, this year’s Women of the Year Awards at the Etihad Stadium felt truly special. Working with the brilliant production company Beyond Repair, we were honoured to open the day with a breathtaking bespoke Wicked Medley, performed by our leading ladies Glinda and Elphaba, whose powerful vocals and flawless performance set […]
An unforgettable return to the Etihad: Celebrating extraordinary women
Returning to the Etihad Stadium for the second year, we are immensely proud of an unforgettable celebration of extraordinary women. Another special day that honoured the remarkable achievements of women from every walk of life. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all our guests, presenters, and finalists who made the day so meaningful. We […]
The Women of the Year Awards featured on BBC’s Morning Live!
Today, the Women of the Year Awards were featured on BBC’s Morning Live, shining a spotlight on the incredible courage of the women affected by the Post Office scandal. The segment explored the life-changing impact the scandal has had – and celebrated the moment they took centre stage at this year’s Awards, held last Friday […]
Freeths announced as key sponsor for Women of the Year 2025 for fifteenth year
Freeths has announced it is once again supporting the prestigious Women of the Year Luncheon & Awards 2025, sponsoring the leading Freeths’ Woman with Edge category. Now in its 43rd year, the WOTY Awards are renowned for celebrating outstanding female role models who provide inspiration across all areas of society and the business community. The awards […]
Reflecting on an incredible Women of the Year Awards 2024
With a new city, a new venue, and countless inspiring stories, this year’s event truly exceeded expectations. We’re filled with pride as we reflect on an unforgettable celebration of extraordinary women—a special day that highlighted the remarkable achievements of women from all walks of life. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all our guests, […]
The 2019 Women of the Year Luncheon & Awards reveals this year’s winners
The prestigious Women of the Year Luncheon and Awards, is delighted to announce the winners of this year’s highly esteemed Business Woman of the Year, Freeths Woman with Edge and Woman of Achievement accolades. The glittering occasion, which took place on Friday, 25th October 2019 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, was an extraordinary celebration of […]
Culinary Mastery in the WOTY kitchen
The prestigious Women of the Year Luncheon and Awards 2019, is delighted to be teaming up with the exceptionally talented trio of 2019 MasterChef finalists, Irini Tzortzoglou, Delia-Maria Asser and Jilly McCord, to produce a bespoke, three course menu of culinary delights for 550 guests. Irini Tzortzoglou, winner of MasterChef 2019 says, “This year’s MasterChef touched […]
FREETHinking legal firm sponsors Woman with Edge Award
We are proud to announce that Freeths LLP, leading national law firm and long-standing sponsor of the Women of the Year Luncheon and Awards, will be sponsoring this year’s Woman with Edge Award. Each year, the Women of the Year Luncheon and Awards will appoint the Woman with Edge Award to a business woman who […]