Mato Grosso's Sebrae Women's Business Award Nears Application Deadline, Boosting Female Entrepreneurs
The 2026 Sebrae Women's Business Award in Mato Grosso approaches its June 19 application deadline, highlighting support and recognition for women's entrepreneurship with multiple prize categories and mentoring opportunities.
- • Deadline for applications to the 2026 Sebrae Women's Business Award is June 19.
- • The award includes five categories covering various business sectors.
- • Winners can receive up to R$ 50,000 plus training and mentoring.
- • Sebrae Mato Grosso has developed specialized initiatives supporting women entrepreneurs.
- • Past winners have praised the award's impact on business growth and empowerment.
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Women entrepreneurs in Mato Grosso are in the final stretch to apply for the 2026 Sebrae Women's Business Award (PSMN), with the deadline set for June 19. This award recognizes the inspiring stories of women who transform challenges into opportunities, contributing significantly to their communities' economic and social development. The application process is free and conducted online, targeting cis and trans women over 18 who manage formalized businesses operating for at least one year.
The award features five categories: Microentrepreneur Individual (MEI), Small Business, Rural Producer and Handicrafts, Science and Technology, and International Business. Candidates face evaluations at state, regional, and national levels, with national winners eligible for cash prizes up to R$ 50,000. Winners also receive training, mentoring, and invitations to Sebrae events to foster growth.
Lélia Brun, Executive Director of Sebrae Mato Grosso, emphasized the institution's investment in initiatives to empower women entrepreneurs, highlighting tailored programs to enhance leadership and competitiveness. Driely Sena, state manager for Women's Entrepreneurship at Sebrae Mato Grosso, noted the award's role in elevating women's visibility and self-esteem in the business arena.
The 2025 edition of the award saw 218 entries in Mato Grosso, with 12 women entrepreneurs winning across categories. Past winners, such as Carla Cristine Assumpção de Almeida and Nathalia de Assis Ramalho Vitorino, credited the award for their business growth and motivation to pursue their dreams. Their experiences underscore the award's impact in providing technical support and personal development opportunities to women entrepreneurs in the region.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
