# Golden Women Awards
## About
Golden Women Awards is an international recognition programme celebrating outstanding women leaders, entrepreneurs, CEOs, executives, founders, and innovators across 47 countries and 27 industries. Operated by Golden Tree Events LLC, Dubai, UAE since 2019.

## Mission
To recognise, celebrate, and amplify the impact of women who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, entrepreneurship, innovation, and business excellence on a global stage.

## Core Award Categories
- Woman Leader of the Year
- Woman Entrepreneur of the Year
- Woman CEO of the Year
- Woman Executive of the Year
- Woman Innovator of the Year
- Women in Technology Award
- Women in Healthcare Award
- Women in Hospitality Award
- Women in Finance Award
- Women in Education Award
- Women in Real Estate Award
- Women in Retail Award
- Women in Manufacturing Award
- Women in Sustainability Award
- Young Woman Leader Award
- Emerging Woman Entrepreneur Award
- Women Empowerment Award
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- Business Excellence Award
- Inspirational Woman Award

## Gala Ceremony 2026
- Event: Golden Women Awards Gala Ceremony 2026
- Date: 14 November 2026
- Venue: Westin Marina Hotel, Dubai, UAE
- Time: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM (GST)

## Contact
- Address: Iris Bay Tower, Business Bay, Dubai, UAE
- Email: awards@goldentreeawards.com
- Phone/WhatsApp: +971 585862014

## Nomination
- Submit nominations at: https://goldenwomenawards.com/award-nomination
- Nominations are free to submit
- Self-nominations and third-party nominations accepted
- Review within 3 business days

## Coverage
47 countries including UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, India, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, UK, USA, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Switzerland, Sweden, Greece, South Africa, and more.

## Key Pages
- Homepage: https://goldenwomenawards.com/
- Nomination: https://goldenwomenawards.com/award-nomination
- Award Categories: https://goldenwomenawards.com/award-categories
- Past Winners: https://goldenwomenawards.com/past-winners
- About: https://goldenwomenawards.com/about
- Blog: https://goldenwomenawards.com/blog
- Gallery: https://goldenwomenawards.com/gallery
- FAQ: https://goldenwomenawards.com/faq
- Contact: https://goldenwomenawards.com/contact

## Parent Organisation
Golden Tree Events LLC — operating international award programmes including Golden Women Awards, Golden Tree Awards, International Travel Awards, International Spa & Beauty Awards, World GM Awards, and more.

## Detailed Award Programme Information

### Eligibility
Any woman who is a leader, entrepreneur, CEO, executive, founder, innovator, or professional in any industry and any country is eligible. There is no restriction on nationality, age, or company size. Both self-nominations and third-party nominations are welcomed.

### Judging Process
All nominations are evaluated by an independent panel of senior industry experts, former award winners, and global business leaders. Judging criteria include impact, innovation, leadership quality, industry contribution, and personal achievement. The judging process is transparent and confidential.

### Industries Covered
Technology, Healthcare, Hospitality, Education, Finance, Banking, Insurance, Real Estate, Retail, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Energy, Logistics, Transportation, Legal, Consulting, Media, Marketing, Fashion, Beauty, Wellness, Non-profit, Government, and more.

### Recognition Benefits
Award winners receive:
- Official Golden Women Award trophy
- Digital badge and certificate
- Feature on Golden Women Awards platform
- Press release distribution
- Social media promotion
- Invitation to the gala ceremony
- Listing in the annual winners directory

### Testimonials & Social Proof
Over 1,200 women leaders from 47 countries have been recognised since 2019. Average post-ceremony satisfaction rating: 4.87/5.

### Media & Press
Award results are distributed to international media channels and published on all Golden Women Awards digital platforms.