Announcing the shortlist for the Women in Tech Excellence Awards 2026

Thousands of entries have been narrowed down to our outstanding finalists

We are delighted to reveal the shortlist for the 2026 Women in Tech Excellence Awards, celebrating the individuals and organisations helping to shape the future of technology.

Now in its tenth year, the awards continue to recognise exceptional achievement across every stage of a tech career, from rising stars to established leaders.

This year saw a record number of submissions, resulting in an expanded programme spanning 46 categories. Our thanks go to everyone who entered and to our judges, who were impressed by the quality, commitment and impact demonstrated throughout the entries.

The awards ceremony

The winners will be announced on Thursday 26 November at the Hilton Park Lane, London, where we will come together to celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership across the technology sector.

While progress continues, women remain underrepresented across many areas of technology. The Women in Tech Excellence Awards help shine a spotlight on the people and organisations driving change, creating visible role models and encouraging the next generation to pursue careers in the industry.

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The impact of these awards extends far beyond the ceremony itself. Through extensive coverage on Computing, including videos, galleries and articles, these remarkable women's achievements reach hundreds of thousands of IT professionals, amplifying their influence and inspiring others to pursue careers in technology.

The shortlist spans categories from Best Employer to Advocate/Educator to IT Leader, showcasing emerging talent, seasoned professionals and supportive organisations.

This year's nominees exemplify the innovation, leadership and perseverance that are driving positive change in the tech sector.

As excitement builds ahead of the awards night, we look forward to recognising the women making a real difference across the industry and celebrating their achievements with peers from across the UK technology community - now click here to see the shortlist.