Applications are open for UBS Female Founder Award 2026. The UBS Female Founder Award is our global recognition program, shining a spotlight on outstanding women entrepreneurs in the technology sector. It is a key part of their commitment to champion women’s wealth – and to help close the funding gap by elevating women-led tech businesses on the global stage.
Held annually, the UBS Female Founder Award honours exceptional early-stage tech founders who demonstrate strong leadership, scalable business models and clear impact potential in fintech and enterprise tech. Finalists gain visibility with investors, access to UBS networks and expert feedback on their growth strategies. Winners are automatically invited to join the next cohort of Project Female Founder, our year-long accelerator program.
Through the award, they aim to spotlight the performance and investment potential of women-led tech ventures, helping founders open doors to capital, partnerships and new markets. The program builds on UBS research and insights into the value of diversity in entrepreneurship and investing.
UBS Female Founder Award Benefits
- Cash prize
- The winner will receive USD 10,000 to support their founder journey. A special award will also go to the ‘Rising Star’.
- Mentoring
- Receive mentorship from a UBS senior leader and access to female-focused VCs and investors. Companies above USD 50 million can connect with Growth Entrepreneur Network.
- Project Female Founder
- Join Project Female Founder, a year-long program designed to build investor readiness and expand your network. Connect with a global community of female entrepreneurs to share best practices, gain insights, and grow your business.
- Global profile
- Access speaker and publicity opportunities to gain recognition. Build your global profile through this prestigious award, either as a winner or finalist.
Eligibility Criteria
The award is designed for women founders leading early-stage technology businesses in fintech or enterprise technology.
Interested applicants should demonstrate:
- Female founder leadership: You must be a woman founder of the business.
- Technology focus: Your startup must operate in fintech or enterprise technology.
- Innovation: Your business should offer a distinct solution to a market problem.
- Growth potential: You should have a scalable business model with room to expand.
- Leadership: You should demonstrate the ability to lead the company and execute its plans.
- Business performance: Your application should explain the company’s financial track record and potential for future growth.
Applicants should consult the official award rules for the full eligibility requirements before submitting. The programme is global, but specific rules may apply depending on the applicant’s location.
How To Apply for UBS Female Founder Award
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Application Deadline: 1 December 2026 at 14:00 CET
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