ILKLEY Chartered Financial Planner, Sarah Siddons, from Sarah Siddons Financial Planning, is celebrating after winning the accolade of Best Business Woman in Financial Services at the national Best Business Women Awards 2021.

The awards, designed to seek and recognise the very best female talent from across the UK and internationally, was held on Friday, October 15th in a Gala ceremony in London.

All entries were judged by an independent panel of business experts who acknowledged the “entrepreneurship, determination, creativity, and tenacity” of the finalists.

Sarah was announced the winner with the judges commenting that:“Sarah is an excellent financial adviser who strives for excellence in her customer care. Her commitment to her industry is commendable and her achievements shine.”

Debbie Gilbert, the organiser of The Best Businesswomen Awards, said: “This is a tough competition judged by business experts.

“To win is a major achievement. Winners were selected for their business acumen, creativity, and high levels of customer care.

“Our winners are shining examples of outstanding entrepreneurs who have proved their success to our judges and have shown they have the ingredients worthy of being recognised and rewarded.”

From her offices on Skipton Road in Ilkley, Sarah said: “I am incredibly proud to win the title of Best Business Woman in Financial Services at these prestigious awards.

“Whilst I work with a broad range of clients, I am particularly passionate about arming women with the right knowledge and necessary facts about their finances so they feel supported and empowered to take control of their financial lives.

“To be recognised by these awards which specifically celebrate the success of women in business is a real honour.”