Applications now open for women building remarkable businesses.
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The Westpac Female Founder Awards are a national awards program designed to recognise excellence, amplify founder stories, and back women with the credibility and platform to keep growing.
Westpac are looking for all types of female founders across Australia who are breaking the mould, disrupting the market, improving communities, and setting new standards of excellence. To celebrate reaching their $1 billion lending milestone to women in business, they're taking the next steps to support the future growth and success of female founders right across Australia.
There are three award categories, with one outstanding finalist selected as the overall Founder of the Year:
Trailblazer: Early-stage businesses (less than 3 years) that have developed an innovative product, service, or business model. They are disrupting their industry, market, or the status quo.
Thrive: Businesses that have stood the test of time (3 years or over) - adapting to changing economic and market conditions while also achieving significant growth.
Greater Good: Businesses and social enterprises whose products or services drive positive change in our communities, creating impact that is meaningful and commercially sustainable.
Prizes from $10,000 for category winners to $30,000 for overall Founder of the Year.
Find out more including how to apply on the website.
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