Women's Champion Award: Celebrating 12 Remarkable Women

Jun 20

Digital Women for Good 2024 Finalists

Celebrating 12 extraordinary women who have made significant contributions to their fields, showcasing their passion, dedication, and innovative spirit. These women have not only excelled in their careers but also uplifted others, making the world a better place. Here are the profiles of our nominees for the Women's Champion Award.

Emma Degnan - Thermo Fisher Scientific

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

About: Emma Degnan is a Chartered Marketer with over a decade of experience spanning various industries, including recruitment, financial services, and hospitality. Currently, she serves as the Senior Marketing Campaign Specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Emma is also a regional board member for the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and a Coach & Mentor at Girls in Marketing.

Reason for Shortlisting: Emma's passion for digital marketing is evident in her innovative campaigns and dedication to mentoring young professionals. Her role at Thermo Fisher involves pushing the boundaries of digital marketing through technologies like augmented reality. Emma’s volunteer work, including her roles at CIM and Girls in Marketing, showcases her commitment to inspiring and supporting the next generation of marketers.

Ahanna Anaba - Finverity

Company: Finverity

About: Ahanna Anaba is the Head of Sales & Partnerships at Finverity. She has extensive experience in fintech and financial services, managing significant portfolios and driving the adoption of digital trade finance solutions. Ahanna is also a founder of a network for women in African trade finance.

Reason for Shortlisting: Ahanna's innovative approach and leadership have significantly impacted the trade finance industry. Her commitment to gender inclusivity and the establishment of the Women in Trade network highlight her dedication to empowering women in a traditionally male-dominated field. Her professional achievements and advocacy work make her a standout nominee.

Joy Foster - TechPixies

Company: TechPixies

About: Joy Foster is the founder and CEO of TechPixies, a social enterprise dedicated to empowering women through online training in social media and business. Since its inception in 2016, TechPixies has helped thousands of women gain new skills and confidence, enabling them to pursue fulfilling careers.

Reason for Shortlisting: Joy’s work with TechPixies has transformed the lives of many women by providing them with the tools and confidence to succeed in the digital age. Her holistic approach to education and personal development, combined with her dedication to inclusivity and support for women from diverse backgrounds, underscores her impact and leadership.

Gabriela Kouahla - BEYOND WORDS LINGUISTIC SERVICES

Company: BEYOND WORDS LINGUISTIC SERVICES

About: Gabriela Kouahla is a certified translator and localization specialist. She is the founder of the first Algeria-based Localization Agency for Researchers and a member of the American Translators Association. Gabriela is also an advocate for the localization industry and a LocLunch™ ambassador for Algeria.

Reason for Shortlisting: Gabriela's pioneering work in the localization field, especially her efforts to bridge linguistic gaps between Africa and the rest of the world, is commendable. Her dedication to quality and human interaction in an increasingly digital world highlights her as a significant figure in her industry.

Lebogang Tisane - African Female Voices

Company: African Female Voices

About: Lebogang Tisane-Masega is an e-commerce specialist and doctoral candidate passionate about empowering women and children. She founded African Female Voices to address the digitization gap and amplify the issues affecting African women.

Reason for Shortlisting: Lebogang’s work in creating platforms that amplify African women's voices and address critical issues like Female Genital Mutilation and gender-based violence is impactful. Her dedication to empowering marginalized groups through digitization and mentorship makes her a strong candidate for this award.

Eleni Zervos - Women in International Affairs Network (WIAN)

Company: Women in International Affairs Network (WIAN)

About: Eleni Zervos is the Social Media Manager of WIAN, a platform for over 62,000 professionals. She also manages content for Reconsidered, an impact consulting firm, and founded Ethos Atlas, a platform for social impact careers.

Reason for Shortlisting: Eleni's efforts in scaling WIAN and creating Ethos Atlas demonstrate her commitment to supporting women in international affairs and social impact careers. Her work in creating accessible resources and fostering community highlights her dedication to empowering others.

Megan Rossiter - birth-ed

Company: birth-ed

About: Megan Rossiter is the founder of birth-ed, an online birth preparation program. With a background in midwifery, Megan has supported thousands of women worldwide in preparing for empowered birth experiences.

Reason for Shortlisting: Megan’s innovative approach to birth education, which combines comprehensive online resources with a supportive community, has positively impacted many women’s lives. Her commitment to women's rights and advocacy in maternity care underscores her importance in this field.

Dr. Nilu Anandappa - NICE International

Company: NICE International

About: Dr. Nilu Anandappa is an educationist and lecturer specializing in inclusive education. She is deeply passionate about working with special needs children and is an active volunteer for several NGOs.

Reason for Shortlisting: Dr. Anandappa’s dedication to inclusive education and her innovative teaching methods have made a significant difference in the lives of special needs children. Her commitment to creating nurturing and supportive learning environments is truly inspiring.

Sym Jaj - Unlimit.com

Company: Unlimit.com

About: Sym Jaj is the Head of Content at Unlimit, where she launched the “Unlimit’ed Access: Female Voices” series. This initiative champions diversity and spotlights women's contributions in STEM fields.

Reason for Shortlisting: Sym’s work in promoting gender equality and inclusivity through compelling storytelling and content creation is noteworthy. Her efforts to amplify women's voices and challenge industry norms have made a substantial impact.

Erin Thomas Wong - Life-Friendly Business Ltd

Company: Life-Friendly Business Ltd

About: Erin Thomas Wong is the founder of Life-Friendly Business, a platform that supports women in balancing business and family life. She is also a podcast host, author, and international speaker.

Reason for Shortlisting: Erin’s dedication to helping women entrepreneurs achieve a balanced and fulfilling life through her mentoring and coaching is remarkable. Her commitment to creating a supportive community for women in business highlights her leadership and impact.

Siobhan Storey - JLR (Jaguar Land Rover)

Company: JLR (Jaguar Land Rover)

About: Siobhan Storey is a Procurement Director at JLR with a background in digital development and technology. She is a champion for women in engineering and actively promotes diversity and inclusion in STEM fields.

Reason for Shortlisting: Siobhan’s leadership in integrating software with enterprise architecture and her advocacy for women in engineering showcase her commitment to driving positive change in her industry. Her mentoring and support for the next generation of female engineers make her a standout nominee.

Grace Robinson - Eden Assistants

Company: Eden Assistants

About: Grace Robinson is the founder of Eden Assistants, a virtual assistant company that supports UK businesses. She also runs the Surrey and SE London VA Network, championing other virtual assistants.

Reason for Shortlisting: Grace’s dedication to supporting business professionals through her virtual assistant services and her efforts to empower other virtual assistants demonstrate her leadership and impact. Her focus on creating a supportive and efficient work environment for her clients and team highlights her innovative approach.

These women exemplify the spirit of the Women's Champion Award through their exceptional contributions, leadership, and dedication to making a positive impact in their respective fields. Their stories inspire us all to strive for excellence and create meaningful change.

The Digital Women Awards are proud to celebrate these extraordinary individuals.