Citywealth Powerwomen Awards International

Powerwomen Awards International – Methodology

Unlike directories that rate based on hearsay or undisclosed criteria, Citywealth Powerwomen Awards International offer:

• A transparent, structured judging system
• UHNW client testimonials weighted into scoring
• Visibility to real decision-makers and referrers
• A number 1 ranking in the Citywealth Leaders List for winners
• Prestige backed by two decades of industry recognition

Finalists get promoted. Winners get crowned. Everyone sees the scores.

What makes a win at Powerwomen Awards International different?

Transparent Judging (New for 2026)

Judging isn’t political — it’s mathematical.
Each entry is scored using defined, auditable criteria (e.g. client feedback, innovation, sustainability. Judges submit individual scores per category with written rationales and feedback.

Example

Criteria	Weighting	Description
Client Testimonials	25%	Quality and volume of UHNW and peer endorsements
Performance & Alpha. Quality of advice. Technical skill and advice. Contribution to the industry.	25%	Demonstrated long-term investment or advisory outcomes. Advisory skill in successful outcomes for clients.
Innovation	20%	Unique investment or advisory strategies and platforms you are using.
Risk & Governance. Statistics on your organisation.	20%	Strong risk controls and transparency. Your organisation in numbers.
ESG & Ethics	10%	Commitment to responsible investment and advisory principles.

How we calculate the award winners

Winners receive a written feedback from the judges to showcase to clients.

How Judging Works

Winners are selected on data, not influence

90% weight: Panel of expert private wealth judges

10% weight: Online public vote

Every judge completes a standard scoring sheet and will provide feedback.

Who should enter?

If your client’s entry level is £ 10 m+ in assets, these awards position you as a top-tier player in global private wealth. We also welcome entries from

Exclusive Rankings for Entrants and Winners

New for 2026: Awards-Linked Rankings on Citywealth Leaders List

• Winners receive a #1 ranking in their category
• Rankings visible to 50,000+ UHNWIs, intermediaries, and family offices annually and promoted through the Citywealth Weekly newsletter.

What’s New in 2026

Transparent, scoring criteria

“Shortlisted” logo for firm marketing & websites

Increased editorial coverage for finalists and winners

Client testimonials are now weighted into scoring

Express nomination form 

Invitations to speak at the Citywealth Forum – subject to editorial review and availability (held the day before the awards)

Finalist & Winner Benefits

• Editorial features and interviews
• Profile in the Citywealth Leaders List
• High-visibility coverage on social, email, and partner platforms
• Marketing rights with real backing: written judging feedback

Why Enter?

“This award is more than a trophy. It benchmarks your firm against the world’s best, builds client confidence, and proves the UHNW community trusts you.”

Ready to Win?

Contact Calin Lapuste – clapuste@citywealthmag.com
+44 (0)20 7487 5858