The Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards are a business plan competition aimed at supporting creative, financially sustainable and responsible women-led companies, in all countries and industries. Created in 2006 by Cartier in partnership with the Women’s Forum, INSEAD Business School and McKinsey & Company, the Awards will be given to six Laureates in the following categories: Latin America, North America, Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East and North Africa and Asia-Pacific. Applications will be accepted until August 31, 2016.
The Cartier Women’s Initiative Award offers funding, coaching, networking opportunities and exposure. It is a unique opportunity for early-phase women entrepreneurs to take their companies to the next level.
The Award is designed to maximize the learning experience for candidates, finalists and laureates.

Entrepreneurs are invited to submit a short business plan using the online application form.
In partnership with Cartier’s Women Initiative Awards