The winners of the 2025 Dynamic Awards have been revealed, honouring the most exceptional and inspiring businesswomen from across the South East.

The sold-out gala dinner took place at The Grand Brighton on Thursday May 8th, where guests came together to celebrate the outstanding achievements of women leading innovation, driving success and shaping industries.

The Dynamic Awards, organised by Platinum Media Group, are the region’s leading platform for recognising the talent, resilience and impact of businesswomen. From hundreds of entries, winners were selected through a rigorous judging process involving detailed applications, pre-scoring, interviews and a final judges’ meeting.

Managing Director of Platinum Media Group and organiser of the awards, commented:

‍"Every year, the bar rises higher - and this year was no exception. The winners of the2025 Dynamic Awards exemplify what it means to lead with passion, purpose and persistence. Their stories are powerful, and their impact is lasting. We areproud to spotlight these trailblazing women who are not only shaping the future of business but also inspiring the next generation."

The judging panel, made up of respected industry figures from organisations including Legal & General, Sussex & Surrey Institute of Technology, DMH Stallard, FRP Corporate Finance, Wellesley, Aspiring HR, SpaBreaks.com, Money corp, Cripps, KrestonReeves, MDHUB, University of Brighton Help To Grow, Enablist, Innovation Capital, Creative Pod and Tisshaws Family Law ensured a diverse and rigorous selection process.

The full list of 2025Dynamic Awards Winners

InspirationalAward - Molly Ellis, Project Accountability
Future Talent of the Year - Lauren Lucas, Wight link
Professional Services Award - Attieh Fard, Fard Solicitors
Employer of the Year - Rebecca Newman-Smith, Ashton Care
Community Hero Award - Jenny Rayner, The Lucy Rayner Foundation
Women in Tech Award - Mary Kemp, AI Potential
Best Customer Service Award - Sophie Reed, South Coast Home Care
Innovator of the Year - Lucy Hughes, Marina Tex
Best New Business Award - Leah Boxell, Enablists
Large Business of the Year - Francesca Wyatt, Porky Whites
Property Professional of the Year - Vashikeh Clarke, Star Property Group
Businesswoman of the Year - Carina Bauer, IMEX Group
SME Business of the Year - Pip Rothwell, Technology Triumphs
Sustainability Champion Award - Sophia Lorimer, Fine-Tuned Wardrobe
MD of the Year- Dr Carole Gilling-Smith, The Agora Clinic
Business Growth Award - Kate Lester, Diamond Logistics
Company of the Year - Barwells Solicitors

The evening was hosted by comedian, broadcaster and writer Cally Beaton and featured inspiring speeches, powerful videos and emotional winner moments - making it a truly unforgettable celebration of female excellence in business.

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