THE deadline is fast approaching for entrants for an awards ceremony dedicated to the achievements of the region's businesswomen.

Hardwick Hall Hotel will host the Women in Business Awards Ceremony 2003 on Friday, May 9, presented by Enterprise Event Management.

Nominations are invited for all ten categories, but entries must be received by Friday.

The categories include Training and Development, Against Adversity, Manager of the Year, Creative Product/Service, Young Entrepreneur, The Best Community-based Business, Networker, Juggler, Incredible Colleague and Technology Award.

Nomination forms, category listings and reservations for tickets can be obtained from Enterprise Event Management on (01325) 281265, more information is available at www.eem-northeast.co.uk