Citywealth Powerwomen Awards 2026 - International

Powerwomen Awards: 15 Years of Championing Women in Wealth Management

Karen Jones, founder of Citywealth, is marking 15 years of the Citywealth Powerwomen Awards, which celebrate women working in the wealth management and financial services sector.

Jones set up the awards in 2011 after noticing that women’s achievements were often overlooked in a male-dominated industry. Her aim was to give women recognition, visibility and a platform to inspire others.

From London to the World

The awards began in the UK but went global in 2020, expanding to North America and now attracting entrants from across the world. Categories have been updated with the help of an LSE professor to reflect the changing industry, and now also include male allies and corporate diversity programmes. Citywealth’s Editor and CEO Karen Jones pays tribute to the judges who have helped select winners and to the women who have been honoured. She acknowledged the realities of leadership, its triumphs and its pressures, asking women to reflect on their achievements and the progress of the wider women’s movement. She emphasised the economic contribution of women across the sector and the importance of supporting the next generation, concluding with a call to celebrate “women past, present and future.”

Why Recognition Matters

Many women hesitate to nominate themselves for awards, says Jones, because they see self-promotion as boastful. But she argues recognition is vital—not only for careers but also for inspiring the next generation of leaders.

Looking Ahead

The Powerwomen Awards will return in 2027, focusing on individuals and organisations driving real progress in diversity and inclusion. Citywealth says the aim is clear: to celebrate innovation, leadership and equality in a sector still working to close the gender gap.

For more information, contact: Calin Lapuste.

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