Women Leaders Awards 2025
The Women Leaders' Awards 2025 took place on June 12th at the Hilton DoubleTree Hotel at Stadium MK, with the year's powerful theme: "Smashing Stereotypes."
This glamorous gala dinner gave everyone the chance to dress to impress and celebrate the incredible achievements of women across Milton Keynes.
A total of 15 awards were presented, 14 that were open for nominations, while the prestigious Outstanding Achievement Award was be selected by the judges.
A few special prizes were also awarded for two spaces on the Red Thread Fellowship Programme and a spa overnight stay at Horwood House.
Spanning all sectors, these awards are designed to honor excellence, with a strong emphasis on recognizing women in STEM careers.
It was an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food, lively dancing, and experiences from inspirational women who were winners from previous years awards who are breaking down barriers and shaping the future of our city.
Our 2025 Winners
Healthcare
Jane Lambert
Uniformed and Public Services
DI Rachel Wheaton
Music Arts and The Creative Industries
Monica Ferguson
Professional Services
Lucy Bradban
Beauty and Well-Being
Sam Amey
Skills, Education and Training
Maria Bowness
Engineering, Science and Maths
Prof. Jaqueline Hannam
Entrepreneur
Sophie Davis
Emerging Leader
Emma Gasking
Digital and Technology
Stephanie Stasey
Community Impact (Employed)
Maya Joseph-Hussain
Community Impact (Volunteer)
Michelle Theuma
Sport, Leisure and Retail
Jo Fleet
Manufacturing
and Construction
Lucy Kuhar
Outstanding Contribution Award
Prof. Jaqueline Hannam