The Sponsors
Proud to sponsor and host the 2027 Inspiring Automotive Women Awards.
We’re delighted to be both sponsoring and hosting the 2027 Inspiring Automotive Women Awards at our Manchester head office. Welcoming the industry to our home is a proud moment in our long-standing partnership with the Automotive 30% Club, built on a shared commitment to championing and empowering women across the automotive sector.
At Autotrader, we have been committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture for over a decade.
That commitment includes our women’s network, launched in 2014 as one of our first employee networks and still thriving today. We know there is no single experience of being a woman in the workplace, which is why we aim to create support that is inclusive and meaningful to different experiences and backgrounds.
Our partnership with the Automotive 30% Club began shortly after the club was launched in March 2016, when we joined and took part in an Automotive 30% Club career speed networking event at Silverstone with 100 girls from across the country. We later supported an outreach session in 2018 at The Hill Primary School in South Yorkshire, focused on breaking gender stereotypes and raising awareness of careers in the automotive industry. From the outset, it was clear we shared the same values, and we have been active supporters of Julia and the club ever since. Since then, we have worked together on a range of initiatives and events, covering a breadth of topics from intersectionality to helping women in junior roles progress their careers through Project Moonshot.
Inspiring tomorrow’s role models.
We have also proudly supported the Automotive 30% Club’s 'This Girl is Me' campaign across our social channels. As part of our commitment to educational outreach and early careers, we continue to deliver talks and workshops to schools across Greater Manchester, aimed at challenging outdated perceptions of careers in the automotive industry and providing real role models for young women.
In 2024, we introduced the ‘Woman of the Year’ award at our Retailer Awards to recognise and celebrate women doing brilliant things in our industry. This initiative is just one of the many steps we have taken to help women grow their careers, alongside internal programmes that support learning and progression, such as the Diverse Talent Accelerator and Inclusive People Management.
Supporting the Automotive 30% Club aligns with our responsibility to support the communities we operate in. Our commitment to inclusion and sustainability is reflected in our work on 'Great Events for All.' Creating inclusive events matters because it shapes how welcome, represented and able to participate people feel, while also encouraging organisers to do so in an environmentally responsible way.
At Autotrader, we are incredibly proud to celebrate the excellent contributions women make across the industry. That’s why we’re proud to sponsor and host the 2027 Inspiring Automotive Women Awards, and to continue supporting the Automotive 30% Club in its work to drive greater representation and inclusion across the sector.
At Close Brothers Motor Finance, we’re proud to sponsor the Auto30Club’s “Who Inspires You?” campaign and the Inspiring Automotive Women Awards.
These initiatives celebrate the achievements of women in the automotive industry and highlight the individuals who are helping to drive change.
Supporting these campaigns reflects our commitment to creating a more inclusive and balanced workplace.
Through our Women in Motor Forum and our partnership with the Auto30Club, we’re helping to raise awareness, empower female talent, and promote gender equality across the sector.
These efforts align with our values of respect, inclusion, and continuous improvement, and we’re proud to stand alongside others in the industry who share this vision.
“The automotive industry is automating everything it can. Technology is making customer experiences faster, smarter, and more efficient than ever before. But buying and then owning a car is an emotional and personal experience. Technology alone does not build trust. People build that trust. That is why at Direct Affinity we believe in the human edge, and we are committed to a people first approach. We are delighted and honoured to be sponsoring the Inspiring Automotive Women Awards for a second year running.
The Auto30Club’s mission fits perfectly with our own values. We’re passionate about creating a culture where everyone can thrive, and we’re thrilled to have already achieved 30% female representation on our senior team. This commitment has also been recognised externally, with Direct Affinity CX named among the UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women, ranking in the top 50 nationwide. For us, it’s never about ticking boxes, it’s about making sure people feel seen, supported and inspired to build careers they’re proud of.
The Inspiring Automotive Women Awards recognise the incredible women who are driving change in our industry, whether that’s senior leaders creating opportunities, mentors and role models empowering others, or those behind the scenes making our workplaces more inclusive. Their impact is huge, and their stories help others believe they can achieve the same.
We know how powerful it is to have visible role models. Seeing someone who looks like you, or who shares your experiences, succeed makes those 'big goals' feel possible. That’s why we’re standing alongside the Auto30Club in celebrating female excellence across the industry.”
At TrustFord, we are dedicated to ensuring everyone is treated equally. We understand the value of diverse teams and how this drives success.
We are dedicated to helping everyone understand, appreciate and accept that not everyone is the same, and that an inclusive business creates a happy and positive workplace.
Over the years, we have partnered with the Auto30Club, valuing the inspiration and support Julia Muir and her organisation bring to sharing widely the opportunities for women during every stage of their career.
By celebrating brilliant women, we spread the word together. That is why TrustFord is proud to sponsor the Auto30Club IAW Awards. Amplifying the critical part women can play in business is core to our strategy, which is why we are delighted to support these Awards, celebrating inspiring women in the automotive industry.
Hyundai Capital UK (HCUK) is proud to continue its support of the Automotive 30% Club’s Inspiring Automotive Women Awards in 2027, marking our second year as a sponsor and reinforcing our commitment to a more inclusive automotive industry.
As silver members of the Automotive 30% Club, we remain fully aligned to the “30 by 30” ambition – increasing female representation in leadership roles to 30% by 2030.
These awards recognise women who are driving progress, challenging norms, and inspiring the next generation of leaders across the industry. Supporting this initiative reflects HCUK’s focus on inclusive leadership, equal opportunity, and sustainable business transformation through diversity.
The continued rise in female leadership across member organisations demonstrates real momentum and tangible progress.
For HCUK, this is more than sponsorship — it is an ongoing partnership and shared commitment to shaping a more diverse and future-ready automotive sector.
At Infomedia, we're passionate about creating an automotive industry where talented people can thrive, regardless of gender, background or career path. That's why we're proud to sponsor the Inspiring Automotive Women (IAW) Awards in partnership with the Auto30Club.
Diversity isn't just something we talk about - it's something we're actively working towards. In Europe, we've achieved the Auto30Club target of 30% female representation in management roles, and we're committed to continuing that progress by creating an environment where women can build rewarding, long-term careers. Through flexible and remote-first working policies, career development opportunities and an inclusive culture, we're focused on creating the conditions that help everyone succeed.
The Inspiring Automotive Women Awards play an important role in recognising the women who are making a real impact across our industry. From leaders and innovators to technical specialists and rising stars, these awards celebrate those who are breaking barriers, challenging the status quo, inspiring others and helping shape the future of automotive.
We're excited to see this year's nominations and to celebrate the incredible achievements of women across the sector. Their stories not only deserve recognition - they help demonstrate that automotive is an industry full of opportunity.
Thank you to the Auto30Club for continuing to champion greater diversity and inclusion across our industry. Together, we can all help build a stronger, more innovative automotive sector, where there truly are no limits.
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We are the UK’s leading vehicle recycling and green parts specialist, providing sustainable, high‑quality recycled OE parts to the automotive aftermarket. Through significant investment in cutting‑edge technology, advanced processing facilities and industry‑leading innovation, we are helping to transform the circular economy within the automotive sector.
We are proud to support the Inspiring Automotive Women Awards, which celebrate the talented women driving meaningful change across the industry. This is a cause close to our hearts: our Managing Director, Annick Jourdenais, was recognised as an award winner in 2023, giving us first-hand insight into how powerful visibility and recognition can be in inspiring others and accelerating progress.
At LKQ SYNETIQ, we believe true progress comes from empowering people and championing diverse perspectives. By supporting the Awards, we are proud to stand alongside the Automotive 30% Club in helping to build a more inclusive, progressive and representative automotive industry - one where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.
Lithia UK is Proud to Sponsor the Who Inspires You? Campaign and Inspiring Automotive Women Awards.
At Lithia UK, our mission is Growth Powered by People, and we believe that recognising and celebrating great people is fundamental to building a successful, inclusive and high-performing organisation.
That's why we are proud to sponsor the Automotive 30% Club's Who Inspires You? campaign and the Inspiring Automotive Women Awards.
These initiatives provide an opportunity to shine a spotlight on the talented women making a difference across our business and the wider automotive industry. Whether through their leadership, innovation, expertise or support of others, their contributions help drive success, strengthen teams and create positive change.
We are committed to supporting greater gender balance across the automotive sector and helping create an environment where everyone can thrive. We know that diverse teams bring broader perspectives, stronger collaboration and better outcomes, and that visible role models can inspire others to pursue their ambitions and realise their potential.
Our support for these awards goes beyond recognition. It reflects our commitment to developing talent, creating opportunities and fostering a culture where people feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed.
The women celebrated through these initiatives are not only making a significant impact today; they are helping to shape the future of our industry. By recognising their achievements, we can inspire the next generation of leaders, mentors and innovators while showcasing the rewarding and varied careers available in automotive.
We are proud to stand alongside organisations that share our commitment to inclusion and to celebrate the talented women whose dedication, leadership and achievements continue to make a positive difference every day. Their stories remind us that progress is powered by people and that recognising and supporting great talent is essential to the future success of our industry.
At Scania, everything starts and ends with our people. Which is why we are determined to create a diverse and inclusive culture within our business.
We recognise that we are on our journey to becoming the company and employer that we and our colleagues desire us to be.
We are proud members of the Automotive 30% Club and it reaffirms our goal to create a happy and positive inclusive environment for all of our colleagues and customers.
To also support the ‘Who Inspires You?’ and Inspiring Automotive Women Awards in 2027, reinforces our commitment to becoming a diverse and inclusive business in the heavy commercial vehicle sector.
We are also proud to show our support to Julia and her organisation – in celebrating, acknowledging and empowering the women in our industry, especially those who are at the forefront – driving change.
By working together, it allows us alongside our fellow sponsors and the Automotive 30% Club to be positive ambassadors for diversity and inclusion across our sector. And to help empower others to embrace the transition too.
Our purpose is to ‘drive the shift towards a sustainable transport system’, and that change will only happen because of amazing people.
Together we can drive positive change across the automotive sector.