August is the month that traditionally focuses on the achievements and success of women. However, Top Women in Business & Government celebrates and supports gender empowerment not only during this prestigious month but also throughout the year. Top Women in Business & Government does this through our annual publication packed with success stories, information and support services. We also host a Dinner Debate where topical issues are discussed and then end the year in style with our lavish Gala Awards Evening at which we award top individuals and organisations who foster the value of gender empowerment.
 
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  “Amidst the hustle and bustle of Women’s Month, the Top Women in Business and Govern- ment office is preparing the 6th annual edition.”

TWBG is at the forefront of gender empowerment and showcases economic transformation and equality within its elite area of focus. The publication is easy to navigate and provides readers with in-depth business information on engendered companies at their fingertips. Featuring independent and thought-provoking editorial, the publication is the ideal tool for those who wish to enrich their business proposition and gain insight into various companies and industries.

TWBG invites you to join us in recognising, rewarding and celebrating the contributions, achievements and successes of those extraordinary people, companies, and government departments who have changed the South African economic and political landscape through their commitment to gender equality and the empowerment of women.

TWBG delivers innovative solutions tailored to meet our client’s unique needs. To ensure maximum exposure, we offer a comprehensive platform from which to promote your brand.

For more information on how to join the elite club, contact us on ilse@businesswomen.co.za
 
  Dinner Debate
 
  On 24 June 2009, TWBG hosted yet another exclusive Dinner Debate at the Wits Business School in Johannesburg with a selected few top women in business and government. This elite group was treated to a lavish setting, a scrumptious dinner, great conversation and breathtaking gifts offered by our sponsors.

The event achieved its aim of congratulating and celebrating the women who set South Africa apart from the rest, by embracing their true nature and making their mark in business. Also discussed was how to address challenges and find new ways to make a meaningful contribution to business, society and the economy.

The Dramatis Personae
  • Ana Forssman, Senior General Manager, JSE
  • Nene Molefi, Managing Director, Mandate Molefi
  • Connie Nkosi, Executive Chairperson, Lidonga Group Holdings
  • Zarina Bassa, CEO, Zarina Bassa Investments
  • Lynn Oelofsen, Manager: National Human Capital, PWC
  • Johanna Mukoki, Managing Director, Travel with Flair
  • Italia Boninelli, Senior Vice President HR, Gold Fields
  • Trinity Ncala, Managing Director, T&T Appointments
  • Jacqui Driver, Associate, Deneys Reitz
  • Deidre Botha, Director: Enterprise Development, Deloitte
  • Lulama Ndzekeli, Director: Cross Cutting Programmes, Gauteng Provincial Government
  • Manuela Sanchez, Director: Marketing & Communications, Wits Business School
  • Stoncey Lebethe, Director: Communications Services, Ministry Rural Development & Land Reform
  • Ntokozo Mkwebane, Trainee Manager, Johannesburg Roads Agency
  • Ilse Pienaar, Associate Publisher, Top Women in Business & Government
  • Shaheema Albertyn, Editor, Top Women in Business & Government
   
 

Many thanks to our sponsors:
 
  Top Women Awards
   
  The Top Women Awards will take place on 18 November 2009. Each year Top Women in Business & Government and Topco Media, through the Top Woman Awards (TWA), recognise and honour the top gender empowered companies, organisations and those leaders who have contributed to the success of women in our country.

Come and celebrate with us
Once again this lavish Gala Awards evening promises to be the networking event of the year. We invite you to be there, as part of the most accomplished leaders from business and government, and celebrate the achievements of this year’s nominees. To book your table contact laura.barker@businesswomen.co.za

The search is on for the leaders in gender empowerment
TWBG is now calling for nominations for the Top Women Awards, as the build up gains momentum for the 2009 Awards ceremony. This year’s categories reflect the evolutionary strides that South Africans have made, from the ordinary to the extraordinary, in promoting gender equity at all levels of public and private sector leadership.

   
  Fast Facts
   
 
  • Over 2 000 companies participate in our annual research survey
  • 15 000 copies are distributed to key decision-makers
  • Partnerships with leading business schools business associations
  • Dynamic partnerships built with local media
  • TWBG available through 150 retail outlets
   
  For more information contact Associate Publisher, Ilse Pienaar, ilse@businesswomen.co.za, 083 216 5357

www.businesswomen.co.za – your gateway to gender empowerment
   
 
 
 
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  Interesting Fact  
  Did you know that only researched, qualified and gender-empowered organisations are featured in Top Women in Business and Government (TWBG)?

In other words, no matter how big, old, or successful your organisation, if you are not gender empowered, you cannot appear in TWBG.