The eir VIP Publishing Power of Women Awards recognise and celebrate the extraordinary achievements of Ireland’s female entrepreneurs – women who lead, innovate, inspire, and create lasting impact across industries.
For the first time, we are opening submissions to the public. Whether you’re a customer, colleague, peer or simply someone who admires their work, this is your opportunity to help us shine a light on the women shaping Ireland’s business landscape.
Entry Guidelines
Please read the following carefully before submitting your nomination.
Eligibility Criteria
- The nominated business must be owned by an Irish or Irish-based female entrepreneur (senior leadership roles such as CEO or Managing Director, without ownership, do not meet the eligibility criteria.)
- Nominees must be currently active in their business and operating in Ireland.
- The business can be of any size – from start-ups to more established brands – but must demonstrate excellence, innovation, or leadership in its category.
- Company must have more than 3 registered staff members.
- You may nominate someone else or nominate yourself.
Categories
Final category placement will be determined by our judging panel. Nominations are being accepted across the following award categories:
The Tech & Innovation Award
Celebrating a female entrepreneur leading the way in technology, digital innovation, or online business – from app development to e-commerce, AI, and everything in between.
The Fashion Retail Award
Recognising a woman transforming the fashion space – whether through bricks-and-mortar retail, online platforms, or innovative clothing brands.
The Beauty Industry Award
Recognising leaders in the professional beauty space – salons, devices, and treatment-led services.
The Hair Care Award
Shining a light on excellence in haircare – whether through salon leadership, product innovation, or education within the industry.
The Cosmetics & Skin Care Award
Celebrating a female founder delivering innovation, quality, or inclusivity in cosmetics and/or skincare – pushing the beauty sector forward.
The Communications Award
Recognising impact in PR, media and marketing – this award honours women shaping narratives, building brands, and influencing audiences.
The Creative Award
For a founder working in design, art, publishing, or any creative discipline – this category celebrates originality, vision, and cultural impact.
The Lifestyle Award
Highlighting women building lifestyle brands or services – this includes homeware, gifting, leisure, interiors, food, experiences and beyond.
The New Founder Award
Open to businesses launched within the last 12 months, this award recognises fresh entrepreneurial talent making waves early in their journey.
The Health & Wellness Award
Celebrating businesses that promote health, wellness, and self-care – spanning fitness, mental health, holistic therapies, nutrition and more.
The Sustainability Award
Recognising environmental leadership – this award goes to a business placing sustainability, ethics, and eco-consciousness at its core.
The Accessories Award
Spotlighting excellence in accessories – from jewellery and handbags to footwear and eyewear – this award honours design and craftsmanship.
What Makes a Strong Nomination?
We’re looking for compelling stories – those that demonstrate resilience, growth, creativity, and positive impact. Whether it’s innovation in product design, leadership in sustainability, or community engagement, tell us what sets this nominee apart.
Shortlisted nominees may be contacted by our team for verification and further information.
Please note that submission does not guarantee a nomination. All entries will be reviewed by our editorial and judging team, and shortlisted businesses will be selected based on merit, category fit, and alignment with the values of the eir VIP Publishing Power of Women Awards.
The judging panel’s decisions are final, and we regret that we will not enter into correspondence regarding individual submissions or the reasons why a particular nominee was not shortlisted.
We appreciate every nomination and thank you for recognising and supporting Ireland’s outstanding female entrepreneurs.
Deadline
All entries must be received by Friday 29th August. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Fill out the form below to submit your nomination.