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Meet your recruitment, gender inclusion and business goals at Novi.

Now in its 15th year, the Novi (formerly Forward Ladies) Leadership Summit and Awards honours the impact of female leadership, innovation and entrepreneurism in business.

We continue to use our platform to showcase the achievements of women breaking barriers across the public and private sectors, giving them the recognition and visibility, they need to inspire the next generation of leaders. These women are changing lives and transforming the UK’s businesses, communities, and industries.

Who attends?

The Novi Leadership Summit & Awards attracts a diverse mix of visionary leaders, innovators, and pioneers from across various industries. Attendees include high-level executives, entrepreneurs, influencers, professionals, and change-makers who are passionate about shaping the future. Whether you’re looking to connect, collaborate, or learn, this event offers a unique opportunity to engage with exceptional individuals at the forefront of their fields.

Attendees

Speakers

Awards

Inspirational Day

Benefits of Partnering with Novi

Employer Brand Awareness

Break beyond traditiGenerate publicity and real-life case studies from finalists. The PR generated from the awards alone has been projected at £3.1m by external PR agencies.onal awards ceremonies. The Novi Awards is where visionary female business leaders and allies converge to spark change, fuel growth, and reshape industries. This is your platform to connect with tomorrow’s pioneers today.
Generate publicity and real-life case studies from finalists. The PR generated from the awards alone has been projected at £3.1m by external PR agencies.
Align your company with the programme to create positive brand awareness and association with a national diversity and inclusive programme.

TALENT ATTRACTION & RETENTION

Gain visibility as an employer of choice for women and access to an unparalleled pool of female talent.
Attract talent by using the event as an opportunity to promote opportunities open to women in your business.
The programme presents an opportunity to transform your organisation into an employer of choice for women by reflecting what women need to thrive in the work place.

Reward & Recognition

The awards provide excellent networking opportunities and access to inspirational, industry role models.
The awards present an opportunity to nominate your suppliers and clients and provide recognition where recognition is due but sometimes overlooked.
An opportunity to reward & recognise professional women in your business and the wider industry.

AWARDS CATEGORIES

Corporate Categories	Joint Categories	Entrepreneur Categories	Special Categories
Novi Emerging Leader of the Year	Novi Education / Academic Leader of the Year	Novi Disruptor / Innovator of the Year	Novi Bravery Award
Novi Rising Star of the Year – Apprentice	Novi Inspiring Mentor of the Year	Novi Female Entrepreneur of the Year	Novi Ally of the Year Award
Novi Science & Research Leader of the Year	Novi Public Sector Leader of the Year	Novi Start-Up of the Year
Novi Technology & Digital Innovation Leader of the Year	Novi Social Impact of the Year	Novi Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Novi Engineering Excellence Award	Novi Sustainability Champion of the Year	Novi Family Business Woman of the Year
Novi Mathematics & Data Leadership Award	Novi International Leadership Excellence	Novi Impact Entrepreneur of the Year
Novi Transformational Leader of the Year	Novi Creative Industries Leader of the Year	Novi International Entrepreneur of the Year
	Novi Health & Wellbeing Leader of the Year
	Novi Women on Boards
	Novi Outstanding Returner of the Year

GET INVOLVED

Highlights from The Novi Awards

Some of Our Past Sponsors

Charities We Support

What Others say about the Awards

I would never have the confidence to do all these extra things without the FL course and ongoing support of my network. The ‘round the edge’ activities have given me the skills that now aid development in my job and supporting others.

Sky is hugely proud to support the fantastic work of Forward Ladies . At Sky, our vision is a world where a career in technology is as attractive to women as it is to men. The inspiring stories of all the women recognised in these awards shines a light on the very best role-models in our industry today, which we hope in turn, will encourage more women to consider and pursue a career in technology.

The impact of FL has been huge. The awards have shone a spotlight on my career and have helped to inspire others. Importantly, the awards have enabled me to promote women’s causes and to help others to consider the possibilities. For me, I’ve taken away the importance of getting involved, of sharing my stories and to provide the visuals that are so necessary because people relate better to what they can see.