About the Altitude Awards
Imagine yourself stepping into the spotlight, immersing yourself in the adventure, and feeling the surge of excitement as you progress. The Altitude Awards are more than just accolades—they're a journey of growth, recognition, and empowerment. These awards celebrate individuals excelling in small business, leadership, and community, inviting you to take part in this transformative experience.
Founded by Andrea Turner-Boys, the visionary behind Women with Altitude, the Altitude Awards are designed to reward and champion amazing individuals. Every local small business owner, social entrepreneur, volunteer, and manager achieving great things deserves to be celebrated.
All you need to know about how the awards work:
How to enter the Awards:
Awards Registration Process:
Important Dates & Info:
How Judging Works:
When You Become a Finalist:
This isn't just about winning an award; it's about leveraging the experience to enhance your brand and integrate it into your marketing story. The Altitude Awards are a currency of credibility, a badge of honour that sparks conversations and builds confidence.
They remind us to focus on gratitude and our achievements, fostering positivity and inspiring others. Join us on this journey and see how it transforms not just your business but shapes your future story.
Enter or nominate now and let your story inspire others!
How to enter the Altitude Awards
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: CHOOSE YOUR CATEGORIES
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Select Your Own: Choose as many categories as you feel showcase your strengths and achievements. There's no limit to how many you can enter!
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Accept Nominations: You might have been nominated by someone who recognises your excellence. You’re welcome to add more categories on your own, too!
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Preview the Questions: Download the questions for each category to see what you need to prepare.
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Save the Date: Make sure you can attend the Awards Ceremony on November 30th if you are chosen as a finalist.
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STEP
: GET SET UP
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Sign In: Register and log into the Awards Dashboard.
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Buy Credits: Purchase the necessary credits for the categories you're entering.
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Share your Story: Fill out the questionnaire online with your answers. Don’t worry, you can save your progress and return to it any time.
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Submit Before the Deadline: Make sure everything is submitted by the closing date.
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Learn and Leverage: Access webinars designed to help you make the most out of your awards entry.
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: EMBRACE THE FINALIST JOURNEY
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Finalist Announcement: If you're a finalist, you'll get a special resource pack with social media goodies, badges, and a media kit to share your success. plus a bonus online networking event.
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Join the Celebration: Purchase your tickets to the gala awards to celebrate your achievement and possibly even take home a win! Your team are welcome too.
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Attend the Conference: Don’t miss the conference on the day before the gala to gain insights and connect with other amazing finalists. (optional but amazing for your business and leadership)
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Gala Night: All the hard work leads here! Finalists and winners are celebrated at a grand formal event in Sydney on November 30th.
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I’m not a member of Women with Altitude. Am I still eligible to enter?Yes! Entry is open to members and non-members of Women with Altitude.
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Why is there an entry fee?There is a nominal entry fee per category for entering the awards. It is payable on the submission form at the last step of entering your submission. Prices for entering categories: Awards entrants: $97 per category Awards Entrants Package 3 categories for $247 WWA Absolute Members - $0 entry is free and unlimited WWA Advance Members - $40 per entry For the past 12 years entering the awards was free. This year, as we embark on an exciting national expansion, we are introducing a nominal entry fee. As the scale of the awards increases, so does the level of effort required to manage nominations, handle submissions, and respond to enquiries. Additionally, we provide free webinars and learning resources to help all participants enhance their business acumen, which requires additional staffing and resources. We are very serious about helping you elevate your business, and in turn, by paying the entry fee, you are demonstrating that you are also serious about taking your business to the next level. This investment shows your commitment to growth and excellence. The Awards Ball for finalists is a social enterprise event where finalists are presented with the framed certificates and winners are announced. EXPECT that there will be a good chance that you may be a finalist especially if you have entered more than one category. The date for the 2024 Awards Ball is on the Saturday 30th November, Ticket prices will include a 3-course a la carte meal, drinks, and entertainment. The Awards ball is also a fundraiser for The Evie Whipps Foundation supporting families with children who have inoperable brain tumours (DIPG) Ticketing options to be announced later this year.
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I have entered the awards, but I’m not able to attend the awards ceremony.What a shame! It so important that finalists are at the awards. We have found that people who think they won’t win, are often the ones that do, so it’s important to be there to celebrate yours and your fellow finalists. We suggest the following: • Is there someone who can attend in your place? • If not then we would suggest you consider entering at another time.
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When is the closing date for receiving entries?Deadline for submission of entries is midnight of October 13th. If you have any issue submitting your entry online, we will accept an email the following morning, where we will call you to accept your entry payment and confirm we have received your entry via email to info@womenwithaltitude.com.au
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I have been nominated and the category I have been nominated for doesn’t match my circumstances, what should I do?"This sometimes happens when friends and colleagues nominate. Not to worry, just select the category that is appropriate for you and submit to that category. Your friends, colleagues and customers are just excited to see you enter, and in our experience, the category won’t be noticed by your nominator.
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I have a business partner, should we both enter?Yes, you are welcome to nominate with all of your business partners or team.
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I don’t have a great photo; can I still submit my entry?We must have a photo for the entry to be validated. Choose a photo that you love and submit that. The photo file submitted should be less than 2MB in size.
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I have answered a question and I’m under or over the word count, what should I do?If you are under the word count and you are happy with the content of your answer, then submit. If you are over the word count, work out how far over. The judges have to read scores of entries, it’s important that you don’t go over by more than 40 words.
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Are there any prizes?Sponsors often supply prizes to the winner of their category. When you attend the awards ceremony, you will find out!
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Is my partner or friend(s) able to attend the awards event?For the Awards ceremony, you can have as many or as little people attend that you like. Tickets are the same price for all, and tables of 5 or 10 will have a discount.
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