The 2025 Northern Power Women Awards are set to be more impactful than ever, and we are excited to announce our brand-new co-headline partnership! 

We're thrilled that Barclays and Bank of America will be our co-headline partners for the 2025 Northern Power Women Awards! The Northern Power Women Awards are all about celebrating role models who are making waves in gender equality, equity, and wider inclusion. We welcome nominations from all genders, recognising the extraordinary efforts of individuals from all walks of life. With 12 award categories and 3 game changers lists, we aim to celebrate a diverse range of talents and the significant impacts being made across industries and communities. 

Both Barclays and Bank of America have been longstanding supporters of our mission, embodying our values of inclusion and equality, and this partnership with Barclays and Bank of America highlights our shared commitment to creating a more inclusive society. Their support is a strong reflection of the importance of recognising those who make a meaningful impact in the community. 

Simone Roche MBE, our founder and CEO, couldn't be more thrilled about this partnership. She says “We are so proud to have both Barclays and Bank of America on board as our co-headline sponsors. Their commitment to driving gender equality and social mobility mirrors our own, and together, we’re set to make the 2025 Northern Power Women Awards the most impactful yet.” 

Barclays echoed this enthusiasm, with Managing Director Amy Williams stating “Being the co-headline sponsor of the 2025 Northern Power Women Awards is an absolute pleasure and a privilege. It gives us an amazing opportunity to celebrate, recognise and award the brilliant contributions of people across the north driving for excellence in diversity, equity and inclusion.” 

Iwona Szmidt, Managing Director, Site Lead for Chester at Bank of America, added “We are excited to be Co-Headline Partner of the 2025 Northern Power Women Awards. This partnership reflects our dedication to nurturing a professional environment where diversity and inclusion is a non-negotiable part of our business, where it is respected, valued and embedded in all we do. These awards not only recognise true thought-leadership and celebrate pioneering work and ideas, but also, importantly they fuel the female talent pipeline and help build a positive, forward-looking world of work.” 

Mark your calendars for March 6, 2025, when we will come together at the Manchester Central Convention Complex for an evening of celebration and inspiration. Join us as we celebrate the achievements of trailblazers and changemakers across the North and continue the journey towards a more inclusive society. 

If you know someone who’s making a difference, nominate them today! For more information and to submit your nominations, head over to www.wearepower.net/awards.

Let’s make the 2025 Northern Power Women Awards the best one yet!