Saudi Chambers Council launches awards for female entrepreneurs

The Council of Saudi Chambers has launched a series of awards for businesswomen with the main objectives to support and encourage Saudi businesswomen to take a more prominent role in the Kingdom’s economy. The awards will highlight achievements in three categories: ‘Leading Young Businesswoman,’ ‘Leading Businesswoman,’ and ‘Productive Families.’ The nominations will be submitted electronically and that no preference will be given to particular geographic regions within the Kingdom. The jury will not include members of the Council, however, in order to ensure the awards are unbiased. Nominations for the awards will closed on September 10. Results will be announced in 2015 to coincide with the Second National Forum.