Recognizing, valuing, and inspiring. These are the pillars of the Sebrae Women in Business Award, which is open for entries until June 15th. The initiative, which has honored women entrepreneurs across the country since 2004, seeks to highlight trajectories of innovation, overcoming challenges, and positive impact on the economy and society.
Aimed exclusively at women leading small businesses, the Award recognizes the stories of those who have faced challenges, transformed ideas into companies, and actively contribute to the development of their communities. Throughout its history, more than 100,000 female entrepreneurs have participated in the award, which has become one of Sebrae's most emblematic initiatives for strengthening female entrepreneurship.
Divided into five categories: Small Businesses, Rural Producers, Individual Microentrepreneurs (MEI), Science and Technology, and International Businesses, the Award recognizes female entrepreneurs of different profiles and sectors, from those who are just starting out to those who already operate in markets outside of Brazil.
“The Award is one of Sebrae’s most important initiatives focused on female entrepreneurship. It values real stories of women who faced challenges, innovated, and transformed their lives through business. Beyond recognition, it inspires other female entrepreneurs and strengthens the ecosystem with positive and powerful role models,” explains Susana Ströher, State Manager of Sebrae Delas.
To participate, businesses must have been in existence for at least one year and meet the criteria of each category. Winners gain not only visibility but also support to continue growing and generating impact.
“When we talk about female entrepreneurship, we are not only talking about women, we are talking about business and consequently we are talking about social and economic development. And the Award brings visibility and recognition to these inspiring stories of women, allowing them to be contacted and paving the way for others,” explains Ströher.
Women entrepreneurs interested in participating can register for free on the website https://sebrae.com.br/sites/PortalSebrae/empreendedorismofeminino/premiomulherdenegocios .
