News release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE22nd April 2024
With pictures.
Celebrating Excellence: Alexis Bowater OBE and Tess Stuber Launch 2024 West Country Women Awards with Exclusive Training Offer for Nominees
ALL nominees for the 2024 West Country Women Awards will received exclusive, discounted training from specialists in public speaking and confidence building, it was announced at the launch this year.
Alexis Bowater OBE and Tess Stuber, co-founders and directors,revealed the new offer at the sold-out breakfast event at sponsors Womble Bond Dickinson's office in Plymouth.
The highly anticipated 2024 West Country Women Awardsbuilds on thecommitment to recognising and honouring the exceptional achievements of women across the region, uplifting and empowering women in various fields and creating a‘virtuous circle'of support and integrated community.
(Picture credit: Poppy Jakes Photography.)
The West Country Women Awards shine a spotlight on women who have demonstrated excellence and innovation in areas such as business, entrepreneurship,sport, STEM, resilience, health, combatting violence against women and girls and many other categories.
By highlighting their remarkable contributions, theawards seek to inspire future generations and foster a culture of inclusivity and equality.
In a groundbreaking move, the2024 seven-month networking and training season of the awards introduces an exclusive offer for all nominees: half-price training opportunitiesin confidence building, public speaking and overcoming‘impostor syndrome'.
Recognising the importance of continuous learning and skill development in advancing women's careers, this initiative underscores theawards' dedication to supporting the professional growth and success of allnominees, past and present.
"We are proud to announce the launch of the 2024 West Country Women Awards, acommunitydedicated to celebrating the remarkable achievements of women throughout our region," said Alexis Bowater OBE.
"Through this initiative, we aim to not only recognise the accomplishments of women but alsotoprovide tangible support for their ongoing success.
"By offering half-price training opportunities, we aim to create a virtuous circle, helping nominees enhance their skills, be ready for public speaking, and gain the confidence to excel in their endeavours.
"We believe that investing in the development of women's skills and capabilities is essential for creating a more equitable and prosperous future."
Nominations for the West Country Women Awards are now open to the public. Individuals and organisations are encouraged to nominate women who have made significant contributions in their respective fields or communities. Nomineesboth past and presentwill have the opportunity to participate inthehalf-price training programmes designed to enhance their professional skills and further their career aspirationsat one-day conferences in both Devon and Cornwall.
The Awards ceremony, scheduled forNovember 28th 2024 at the Crowne Plaza in Plymouth, will bring together leaders, influencers, and supporters to celebrate the achievements of women in the West Country.
It will be the culmination of seven months of celebration and networking including events at Castle Hill in North Devon, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, the semi-finalists announcement at Somerset County Cricket Ground, and the finalists announcement at Powderham Castle in Devon.
For more information about the 2024 West Country Women Awards and to submit nominations, please visithttps://westcountrywomen.co.uk/
Follow us on@thewomenawards on Facebook, Instagram and Linkedin.
For the latest events and bookings follow The West Country Women Awards on Eventbrite:https://www.eventbrite.com/o/west-country-women-awards-48817667233
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NOTES FOR EDITORS:
For more information or an interview with Alexis Bowater OBE or Tess Stuber please contactcontact@womenawards.co.uk
For more pictures or video please visit our website onwww.westcountrywomen.co.uk
For latest events and bookings please follow the West Country Women Awards onhttps://www.eventbrite.com/o/west-country-women-awards-48817667233
Training days and confidence building workshops can be booked here:
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CORNWALL: JUNE 13TH
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DEVON: 23RD JULY
All events for the West Country Women Awards over the next seven months are listed here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/west-country-women-awards-2344999