Who in your world is leading with purpose, driving change, or building something that others will follow? The Women Automotive Network Awards exist to put a spotlight on exactly those people and organisations and this year, we want your nominations.
Presented at the Europe Summit in Stuttgart on 6 October 2026, in front of 1,000+ senior automotive professionals, being recognised at the Awards is a career moment. We have categories for outstanding individuals and for the companies raising the bar. Explore them below and make your nomination count.
This award recognises a senior woman in the automotive industry delivering exceptional business leadership. She drives results, builds high-performing teams, navigates complex challenges, and sets the standard for what great leadership looks like in our sector.
This award recognises an individual whose visibility, voice, and example are inspiring others to join, stay, and rise in the automotive industry. Through their presence, advocacy, and personal story they have become a powerful role model for others in the sector.
This award honours a dynamic early-career professional who is already making a significant impact in their organisation and the wider automotive industry. She demonstrates ambition, initiative, and the trajectory of a future industry leader.
This award recognises an individual who champions the advancement of women in the automotive industry, making a substantial, sustained difference through concrete actions. Sponsoring careers, opening doors, calling out inequity, funding programmes, they have moved beyond words into measurable change.
This award recognises an individual who has consistently demonstrated the value of mentoring through dedicated, structured support of mentees during the year. Their impact on mentees' personal and professional development sets the standard for excellent mentorship in our industry.
This award recognises the organisation that has made itself the standout place for women to build a career in the automotive industry. The winning organisation demonstrates measurable progress across the full employee journey, from attracting and developing talent, to retaining and advancing women into leadership roles.
This award celebrates an employee-led group that drives engagement, supports personal and professional development, and contributes to a workplace where all employees feel valued and able to thrive.
