The highly anticipated HZ Womenpreneur Awards 2024 took place at the prestigious Crowne Plaza in Greater Noida, showcasing the exceptional achievements and contributions of women across diverse sectors. The event, hosted by HerZindagi, the digital women’s lifestyle platform by Jagran New Media, served as a platform to celebrate excellence, innovation, and empowerment. In this article, we present the outstanding women who emerged as winners across various categories, each making a significant impact in their respective fields.
Firstly, Santosh Agarwal from PB Fintech (Policy Bazaar) was rightfully awarded the Woman Icon Of The Year. With her invaluable decade-long experience, Santosh has played a pivotal role in revolutionising the Life Insurance sector, enhancing market share, and spearheading product innovation. Her dedication and exemplary work make her a shining example of integrity and excellence.
Next, Vidisha Bathwal, the dynamic force behind Paprika Gourmet, was named the Woman Rising Star Of The Year. For the past decade, Vidisha has led Paprika Gourmet to become a distinguished artisanal cloud kitchen brand, known for its delectable and health-conscious offerings. With an expanding presence in Dubai, Paprika Gourmet has established itself as a leader in the global culinary arena.
Another trailblazing entrepreneur is Prachi Kaushik, who was recognised as the Woman Social Entrepreneur Of The Year for her commendable work with Vyomini Social Organisation. Through her initiatives in social and economic development, Prachi has dedicated herself to uplifting women and driving positive change in society.
The list of exceptional winners also includes Tanushri Biyani, the visionary behind Anaar, a prestigious brand dedicated to crafting exquisite wedding footwear. Ritika Jayaswal, the driving force behind Nourish Mantra, was awarded as the Beauty Entrepreneur Of The Year for her emphasis on holistic well-being. Riddhi Aggarwal, the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Spaceman Spirits Lab, was recognised as the Lifestyle Entrepreneur Of The Year for reshaping India’s alcoholic beverages industry with innovative vision.
The HZ Womenpreneur Awards 2024 also highlighted Priyadarshini Krishnan, the visionary behind ROOT and SOIL, a pioneering organic baby care brand. Divanshi Gupta, the Director at The Marcom Avenue, was awarded the Creative Industry Entrepreneur Of The Year for her dynamic and forward-thinking approach. Saloni Anand, Co-founder of Traya, was named the Health And Wellness Entrepreneur Of The Year for pioneering a groundbreaking approach to hair care.
In addition, Samriddhi Bhattacharyya, the Director & General Manager of Small Business at Dell India, was honoured with the Trailblazing Tech Leader Award. Dr Divya Rangenahalli, CEO of Media Connect Studios, was named the Innovative Entrepreneur Of The Year for her groundbreaking success in the media industry.
Moreover, the Editor’s Choice Women Rising Star Of The Year was awarded to Akriti Gupta, the founder of Canfem, a pioneering social enterprise offering high-quality yet affordable breast prosthesis and mastectomy bras. The Editor’s Choice Investor Women Founder Of The Year was presented to Sonam Srivastava, the visionary behind Wright Research, a SEBI registered Robo-advisor with a commitment to employing scientific, data-driven methodologies in investment management. Diksha Singhi, the founder of ‘A Little Extra,’ was awarded the Editor’s Choice Lifestyle Entrepreneur Of The Year for her resilience and empowerment as both a body positivity influencer and entrepreneur.
The prestigious event also featured enlightening speeches and discussions by eminent individuals. Dr. Teena Sharma, National Advisory for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in the Government of India, emphasized the importance of gender parity in her empowering speech. Ms. Samriddhi Bhattacharya, Director General Manager for Small Business at Dell India, highlighted the transformative impact of empowering women to become entrepreneurs. A panel discussion featuring Diksha Singhi and Shalini Singh delved into the challenges and triumphs of women entrepreneurs in navigating the entrepreneurial landscape.
As the curtains closed on this star-studded event, it marked a new chapter in the narrative of women’s empowerment and innovation, leaving behind a legacy of inspiration and achievement. Let this recognition of women entrepreneurs be a driving force for a more inclusive and equitable entrepreneurial landscape.