Women's Yachting Awards — Nominations closed June 16
Women’s Yachting Awards 2025
November 18th at Metstrade
The Women’s Yachting Awards celebrate more than individual achievements—they embody a shared vision of empowerment and progress within the yachting industry. These awards honor women who not only navigate the open seas but also life's challenges, demonstrating strength, resilience, and innovation.
award categories
Rising Star of the Year
A professional who has shown outstanding promise and rapid growth in her yachting career. She is recognized for her potential, enthusiasm, and the impact she is already making in the industry.
Entrepreneur of the Year
A woman who has demonstrated exceptional innovation and leadership in launching or growing a business within the yachting industry. She is recognized for her vision, resilience, and significant contributions to the industry's advancement.
Trailblazer of the Year
A woman who is breaking barriers and challenging the status quo in the yachting industry. She is a visionary, setting new standards in her field and paving the way for future generations, inspiring others to follow in her footsteps.
2025 TIMELINE
.png)
JUDGES
Meet our esteemed group of professionals. This selection has been hand-picked to represent high-achieving individuals from various industries, including three from the yachting industry. We wish you all the best of luck and can’t wait to see who the judges have chosen for each award.
Alessandra di Palma
Craftsmanship, Feminism & Luxury Expert
Manuela Barbarossa
Senior Sales & Marketing Manager at Leonardo
Angelo Colombo
Nautical Industry Journalist
Naomi Daines
Philanthropy
Bob Denison
President at Denison Yacht Sales
Norma Trease
Director, The International SeaKeepers Society
François-Xavier HOTIER
President Ulysse Nardin Americas
Rose Damen
Managing Director at Damen Yachting
Liliana Cerilo
Chief Marketing Officer
at Lexica
Nominations HAVE CLOSED
If you know an outstanding woman who deserves to be recognized, we encourage you to nominate her. Nominations closed on June 16th—don’t miss the chance to celebrate inspiring women in yachting!