FBW Awards: Recognizing Outstanding Female Leaders and Women-Founded Companies
The FBW Quarterly Awards spotlight women who are building groundbreaking companies and leading transformational change across industries. From innovative startups to executive leaders driving strategic vision, we recognize the excellence that's shaping the future of business.
Who We Recognize
Female founders building companies that matter - whether you're revolutionizing an industry, creating social impact, or scaling the next generation of innovation.
Female executives driving real change - from strategic leadership to marketing transformation, from legal innovation to health and wellness impact.
Why These Awards Matter
Women leaders consistently deliver extraordinary results, yet recognition often lags behind achievement. These awards change that - creating visibility, building networks, and celebrating the leaders who deserve to be known.
Two Award Tracks
Whether you're leading a groundbreaking company or driving innovation as an executive, we recognize excellence across both entrepreneurship and leadership.
Company Awards
Recognizing companies founded by women making real impact across industries.
Groundbreaking products or approaches
Women-founded PR/marketing agencies creating brand transformation
Women-founded law firms driving innovation in legal services
Women-founded consulting and advisory firms delivering transformational business results
Women-founded fashion, home, and lifestyle brands creating beautiful, distinctive products
Women-founded companies transforming health, mental health, and wellbeing
Businesses creating meaningful positive change
Media, editorial, and content platforms building community through storytelling
Emerging companies with remarkable potential
Venture capital firms founded by women backing the next generation of companies
Individual Leader Awards
Spotlighting women in senior roles driving transformation and innovation.
Exceptional strategic vision and execution
CMOs and brand strategists driving market transformation
Female attorneys and legal leaders driving innovation in the profession
Leaders transforming health, mental health, and wellbeing
Rising leaders making significant impact
Female investors and partners shaping the future of venture capital
Winner Spotlight
Real recognition, real reactions. Here's what happened when our winners shared the news.
Simple Process
Pay Application Fee
$69. Payment deadline August 31st.
Submit Application
Complete your application form by September 15th. Takes 15-20 minutes.
Winners Announced
Editorial review, then winners featured across all platforms on October 10.
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Winner Benefits
Recognition that creates real visibility and networking opportunities.
📰 Featured Profile
In-depth article on FoundedByWomen.org reaching our engaged community.
📱 Promotion
Multi-platform promotion across social channels and email newsletter.
🏆 Winner Assets
Digital badge and certificate for your marketing materials.
🤝 Network Access
Connect with other recognized leaders in our winner community.
📊 Quarterly Showcase
Featured in our comprehensive winners report.
🎯 Industry Visibility
Exposure among peers, partners, and industry influencers.