The First Women Awards, held in association with the CBI and Lloyds Banking Group, recognise:

  • Women who are trailblazers and pioneers in business

  • Women whose achievements have broken new ground and who have helped open up opportunities for others to follow

For the 5th year running Lloyds Banking Group is delighted to be associated with the First Women Awards and present our First Women Business of the Year award.

The Awards Patron is Sarah Brown, entrepreneur and wife of the Prime Minister. This high-profile event - hosted by CBI and Real Business - recognises a new generation of female role models.

Find out more:

  • Lloyds Banking Group & First Women Awards

  • 2010 Finalists

  • 2010 Winners

Diana Brightmore-Armour

“Lloyds Banking Group is delighted to sponsor the First Women Awards for the 5th year running.

Over the years, these awards have continued to discover some incredible success stories from business women undeterred by the economic challenges and who have demonstrated outstanding determination and resilience.

Lloyds Banking Group understands the business benefits of gender diversity and equality in the workplace. We focus on supporting women in business within the organisation through various internal networks and development programs which are championed by our CEO and senior management

We believe that recognising the successes of women today is imperative to creating the future UK business and community leaders of tomorrow.

I am excited about this year’s First Women Awards event and look forward to meeting the finalists in June.”

Diana Brightmore-Armour, CEO Corporate Banking & Co-Head Corporate Markets, Lloyds Banking Group

Key dates:

  • Monday 19th April – Nomination deadline
  • Friday 14th May – Judging Day for finalists, London
  • Wednesday 23rd June – First Women Awards Gala Dinner, London Marriott Hotel.

Contact information:

For more information and press details, please contact Lisa Bryant, Marketing Manager, Lloyds Banking Group on 07872 819385.

For further details please visit the First Women Awards website.