What are the rewards?

• The state/territory winner in each category will receive cash, prizes and/or a professional development grant to the value of $4,000.
• National winners will receive an additional $5,000 in cash and/or prizes.
• The Telstra Business Woman of the Year in each state/territory will receive a commemorative brooch from Telstra.
• The 2010 Telstra Australian Business Woman of the Year will receive a business development grant and Telstra products and services to the value of $25,000.
• Winners can look forward to recognition for their achievements, networking opportunities and a share in over $200,000 worth of cash and prizes. In addition they will receive:
  • Permission to display the Telstra Business Women’s Awards logo on company stationery and advertising material.
  • A framed commemorative certificate.
  • For winners outside of Victoria, one return economy airfare to Melbourne for final judging and the presentation ceremony 10-11 November 2010.
  • Two tickets to the National Awards Gala Dinner presentation ceremony.
  • Two nights accommodation (transfers and incidental expenses not included).
  • A DVD and photographs from the Awards presentation ceremony.

What are the benefits of entering?

The benefits for winners are numerous and can include unique publicity and recognition, increased business contacts and networking opportunities, and membership to an exclusive and highly-respected alumni.The rigorous process of entering the Awards can provide an excellent opportunity to assess and refine your strategic direction for future success.

If you're a finalist, you will also have the opportunity to:

Attend presentation events where you can meet and network with other like-minded business women, as well as promoting your business with national exposure to new customers and potential partners.