More than 1200 applicants entered the Financial Review’s Women in Leadership awards in 2026. Here’s why these nine winners stood out to the judges.

More than 1200 applicants entered the Financial Review’s Women in Leadership awards in 2026. Here’s why these nine winners stood out to the judges.

The awards recognise the women who are becoming Australia’s major corporate decision makers. We asked the finalists for their advice for aspiring female leaders.

Winners of the Financial Review Women in Leadership 2026 awards gathered at the Sydney Opera House to celebrate their stories and achievements.