Distinction in Dealmaking, Prestigious Woman Awards

Introducing the inaugural EMEA Woman Leaders & Top Dealmakers Awards – the only awards in the industry to singularly honor A-List of respected, exceptional, and brilliant women from the corporate, private equity, restructuring, financial and legal transactional communities covering Europe, Middle East and Africa.

The EMEA program is similar to the USA Woman Leaders & Top Dealmakers Awards, held annually each year. Significantly, “Distinction in Dealmaking” award validates the recipients’ accomplishments since the selection is based on expertise, experience, and influential standing among her clients, colleagues, and the industry at large.

Award recipients must – (1) attend the staged evening networking recognition ceremony to accept their custom “Golden Rising Woman” trophy; and (2) submit their bio, head-shot photo and Q&A for the “winner profile” published post the awards ceremony.

i-Submit, Download Forms. Deadline February 13, 2026. There are no submission fees.

Why, the prestige: Recognizes unique achievements of women dealmakers as well as compliment to the firm’s commitment in fostering gender balance, and proactive role in supporting diversity and women’s advancement in the wider business community.

Who, the selection: Demonstrable track-record for completing value generating transactions, clients served, must be with the firm for a year plus over 15 years of industry experience and exemplify “Distinction in Dealmaking” qualities.

Host Global M&A Network: Questions, kindly contact us.