FEMALE FOUNDER OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

On The Night

Where & When?
The Maryborough Hotel Cork , 15th November 2024@ 6.00pm

Dress Code: Black Tie

What To Expect

  • Red carpet entrance.
  • Welcome reception with drinks and canapes.
  • Guest Speaker: TBC
    Band and DJ
  • Goodie Bags with Amazing Sponsors and worth €150 !!!

Can I still purchase a ticket ?

Yes! We are offering a €50 discount for members and their plus ones. Please use code Club50 to avail of this discount.

If I want to bring more than one friend can I purchase extra tickets?

Yes non members can purchase tickets for €150

I have already booked to come by myself but If I change my mind and decide to bring someone, can I still get my plus one ticket at a discounted rate?

Yes, all members can bring a plus one, just enter the code Club50 and make sure to enter Plus one (and the person’s name) in the comments section at checkout.

Refund Policy: 

No refunds available

 

Award Applications

How many awards can I enter?

You can enter a maximum of 2 awards. You must complete one application for each award entered.

Can I enter if I was a finalist in last year’s awards?

Yes. You are only unable to enter if you won an award in 2023.

If I enter the Awards do I need to be there on the night?

All finalists need to be there on the night to be able to collect their trophy, cheque and have photos taken if they win. It is also an amazing evening and a great opportunity to network, make new friends and have some fun !

I registered my business in 2022 but did not start trading for 18 months. Which category can I enter?

We would use the date your business was registered so you could enter either solopreneur or business of the year if you have 2+ staff.

I am a sole trader but I have not registered with the CRO. Do I need to do this?

Yes you must be registered with the CRO.

Do I need to complete a nomination form to apply to enter the Awards for myself?

No, you can go straight to the Award Application on the website and enter yourself into a maximum of 2 categories.

Why do I need to be a fully paid member on the 28th February 2025?

There will be a lot of PR for the awards winners from The Club and this will run well into 2024 so you must be a member to avail of this.

What is the best picture to be used as part of my application?

The picture will be used for PR and Award Finalist Information on the night and a great headshot can make all the difference. 

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AWARD CATEGORIES

Category Details & Rules

Newcomer’ – Up to 2 years in business

‘Solo Business’ – An individual in business

‘Business of the Year’ – 2+ employees

‘Most Inspiring Member’ – Who has inspired you this year?

‘Contribution to the Club’ – Most supportive, collaborative member

‘Most Positive Impact’ – Sustainable business, contributes in a positive way

‘Most Creative Marketing’ – Website, Social Media etc

‘Overall Business Woman of the Year’ – chosen from the category winners.

 

Rules

Members can enter a maximum of 2 Awards

You must be a fully paid member on 28/02/24 – Due to PR coverage from Awards.

Winners in 2022 are not eligible to enter 2023 Awards

 

NOMINATE A FEMALE FOUNDER

Click on the application form below to nominate a Female Founder & their business that you feel is deserving of an award. 

AWARD APPLICATION

Click on the application form below to nominate yourself for an award that you feel you deserve as a Female Founder running your own business. 

Nominations will close Fri 15th September.

All submissions are confidential and applications will be judged by a panel of external judges.

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