Now in their 5th year, the SA Woman Awards are designed to celebrate the achievements of women in business and careers across South Australia. They not only give the winning women and finalists well-deserved recognition, but also a platform and opportunity to showcase their success. We believe that ‘we can’t be what we can’t see’, and the SA Woman Awards are one way SA Woman is working to show what is truly possible as a Woman in South Australia.
Every year, we have more & more to cheer about!
While the inaugural event was held in November 2018 at the Duke of Brunswick, bringing together 60 women in business, the SA Woman Awards have become an annual event that is attended by hundreds as we cheer and celebrate the achievements of women in South Australia.
From start-ups to employees to major businesses and organisations, our award categories recognise women who are excelling at all different stages in their business & career journey. We can’t wait to shine a light on the incredible women of South Australia yet again this year.
The Rise Award (Business Under $200k turnover, 2+ years in business)
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: Simaru True Care
For a woman who has had a year of growth in their business (including but not limited to financial, staff, location etc) – UNDER $200k turnover, 2+ years in business.
The Soar Award (Business over $200k turnover, 2+ years in business)
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: The Carers Place
For a woman who has had a year of growth in their business (including but not limited to financial, staff, location etc) – OVER $200k turnover, 2+ years in business .
The Emerging SA Woman Award
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: The Picnic Tribe
For a woman with a business under 2 years old or in a Career for less than 2 years and has shown strength, courage and a determination to excel.
The First Nations SA Woman Award
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: Robyn Verall
For an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander woman who has had a year of growth in their business (for both new or established businesses) or career.
The Regional SA Woman Award
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: Beaumont Solutions
For a regional woman who has created a thriving business/career and is an advocate for her community.
The Heart Award
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: Resolution SA
For an organisation that has at it’s heart the needs of women in their local community (eg. Social enterprise/not for profit/community organisation).
The Young SA Woman Award
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: Coosh & Co.
For a woman under 30 (as at 1 July 2022) who has started her own business and shown personal growth, tenacity, determination and an entrepreneurial spirit.
The SA Woman Disability Award
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: The Growing Space
For a disabled woman in business or career who has created a growing business or thriving career, and contributes to the positive conversation about disabled people at work (through deliberate campaigns or simply by leading through example).
The Backbone Award
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: Judith Jordan Family and Collaborative Lawyer
For a woman who is the backbone of the family business or place of employment. Recognising the valuable contributions of women – even if they aren’t the listed business owner, because without them the business would not run nor operate as smoothly.
The Mum in Business Award
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: Melvory
For a woman who is juggling motherhood and business and shown great growth in their business in the last 12 months.
The Leadership Award
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: Mansfield & Co Recruitment
For a woman who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, overcome challenges, shown determination and exemplified team spirit – in a business or organisation.
The Empower Award
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: Ethical Invest Group
To recognise an organisation that has created a workplace environment that empowers women within its workforce to thrive and excel on their career path.
The Shine Award
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: Carly Jane Creative + She Nurtures
For a woman who is pursuing excellence in her chosen career. Who has overcome challenges to continue to pave their own path towards a career that they are thriving in.
We are incredibly grateful for the businesses and organisations who have put their support behind South Australian women by being a sponsor for the SA Woman Awards. They allow us to create an event that truly celebrates and showcases the talented women in business and careers across South Australia.
To find out more about becoming a sponsor, please email us HERE.
In addition to all our Category Sponsors listed above, we are lucky to also have the following businesses a part of the SA Woman Awards.
MAJOR PARTNERS
2022 Award Supporters
Efficient Small Business Solutions
Interested in being an Awards Supporter?
More details HERE or email us.
2022 Event Partners
We have been honoured to celebrate the achievements of women in South Australia since our first Awards night in 2018. Now in its fourth year, we cannot wait to showcase our next generation of award winners!
The Rise Up Award
2021: Bec Hardy – Bec Hardy Wines
2020: Megan Potter, Megan Potter Cosmetics
2019: Bree May, Food According to Bree
2018: Shanti Wilby, From the Wild
The Emerging SA Woman Award
2021: Emily Bennett – That Hashtag Girl
2020: Genevieve Hodge, Spire – Youth Coaching & Leadership
2019: Megan Hodge, Your Wealthy Life
2018: Kristy Robertshaw, Charlie & Jack
The First Nations SA Woman Award
2021: Rebecca Wessels – Ochre Dawn
2020:Kerry Colbung, Mandanga Enterprises
The Regional SA Woman Award
2021: Sandy Davis – Davo’s Deli
2020: Julie Trenaman, JT Elements – Unleash your business potential
2019: Natasha English McCulloch, Hip Hop Bounce
2018: Alex Morgan, Move Pilates Studio
The Heart Award
2021: Dinah Thomasset-Hearn – Villagehood Australia
2020: Melanie Tate, Puddle Jumpers Incorporated
2019: Steph Malan, The Village Co.
2018: Claire Byrt, Love Local Fleurieu
The Young SA Woman Award
2021: Emma Duncan – Halo Hair Collective
The SA Woman Disability Award
2021: Keli Doubikin – Spiral Coordination
The Backbone Award
2021: Jodie Hawkes – Bowhill Engineering
2020: Kelly Dawson-Fitzpatrick, Hydro-Jet Solutions Australia
2019: Melina Seltsikas, LS Design Construct
The Mum in Business Award
2021: Maggie Dmochowski – Adelaide Bakes
2020: Sam Paior, The Growing Space
2019: Elaine Tang, Melvory Skincare
The Leadership Award
2021: Deb Penaluna – DEWC Services Pty Ltd
2020: Heather Croall, Adelaide Fringe
PAST AWARD CATEGORIES
The Innovator Award
2021: Yovanka Loria – Yovanka Loria
2020: Helen Whait, ActivOT
Quiet Achiever Award
2021: Chloe Cocks, Roar Speech
2020: Jo McDonald, Move Through Life Dance Studio
2019: Naomi Husain, Kanti Yoga
2018: Janine Boyd, Little Picassos
All Rounder Award
2021: Libby Parker – Expressions Media
2020: Cassandra Day, The Carers Place
2019: Alex Karatassa, Five Four Entertainment & Taking Back Saturday
Connection Award
2020: Wendy Perry, Switch Start Scale
2019: Carolyn Jeffrey, Women in Business Regional Network
2018: Ayesha Michael, Yellow Cake Creative Roxby Downs
Member of the Year/Community Awards
2020: Sandra Senn, Hashtag Insta Prints
2020: Kelly Hody ~ Kelly Hody Mkt Etc
2020: Shelley Cox ~ Workspace Barossa
2019: Robyn Verrall, Bullys Meats
2018: Katharine Crane, Crane Creative
WHO CAN BE NOMINATED?
Any women in a business or career who is located within South Australia. All regions. All industries. All sizes of business. All women.
WHAT IS THE AWARDS PROCESS
The Awards Process for 2022:
Step 1: NOMINATE
We are all about celebrating women in business in all industries and regions. Nominations are open until the 2nd of July
Step 2: APPLICATIONS – OPTIONAL
This step is completely OPTIONAL.
APPLICATIONS WILL OPEN on June 22nd 2022, nominees will be notified as soon as they open up, so keep an eye out! They will close on July 31st 2022.
Step 3: JUDGING
Applications will be read (yes we read every single one!!) and judged by the SA Woman Team. Each category will be shortlisted and finalists chosen. The timeframe to finalist announcement is dependent upon number of applications received. Applications are all completely confidential and not read by any third parties.
Finalists will be announced on facebook, instagram and our social media channels.
4. CATEGORY WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Winners will be celebrated and announced at our Awards Gala Dinner on the 24th of September. Get your fave outfit and cheering voices ready. Tickets are available HERE.
IS THERE A FEE TO APPLY?
While there is no fee to nominate, there is a fee for the submission of applications, this goes directly towards all the costs associated with running the SAW Awards. Application fees go direct towards cost such as admin, software, judging time etc. SA Woman receives no government funding or grants to run the SA Woman Awards and Gala Dinner and is reliant on the generous support of sponsors, supporters and the SAW Teams volunteered time.
There is NO requirement to complete an application just because someone has been nominated, it is entirely up to them if they want to then put themself forward. For so many simply being ‘seen’ is an award in itself and the recognition alone gives them some added sparkle.
The 2022 Application Fee is $99 (incl GST) per category. Multiple applications (10% discount). SA Woman Members (30% discount).
You can find out more about our Membership at www.sawoman.com.au/join.
Scholarship: If you are unable to afford to apply, you can request to access a Scholarship. Please email carly@sawoman.com.au to apply.
WHERE IS THE AWARDS NIGHT?
The Awards Night will be held on Saturday September 24th at the Adelaide Convention Centre.
Tickets are available HERE.
WHAT DO WINNERS RECEIVE?
Winners receive an award plaque and gift on Awards night and subsequent showcasing accross the SA Woman Channels. In 2022 we will also be bringing to life a special edition of Soar Magazine to showcase each finalist individually.
Finalists are also detailed in Social Media group posts in the leadup and on the Blog. And become part of the SA Woman Alumnae group.