LONDON, April 8 /PRNewswire/ --

LONDON, April 8 /PRNewswire/ --

- With Photo

Tonight in London, Veuve Clicquot Champagne announced the
winner of the 35th Veuve Clicquot Business Woman Award at a champagne
reception held at The Berkeley Hotel, Knightsbridge.

The silver bottle trophy was presented by The Rt. Hon. Theresa May MP.

THE WINNER

Carolyn McCall, Chief Executive, Guardian Media Group

McCall oversees a business which spans publishing,
broadcasting and the internet. Guardian Media Group comprises the Guardian
and Observer, the Guardian.co.uk website, GMG Radio, regional newspapers
including the Manchester Evening News, Trader Media Group (publisher of Auto
Trader) and a property services division.

Carolyn McCall on receiving her award said:

"The list of previous winners is a roll call of highly
talented and inspirational women, so I'm absolutely delighted to win this
award. The achievements of the former winners and my fellow nominees offer
encouragement to women in business everywhere."

Sally Warmington, Brand Director Veuve Clicquot said:

"We are delighted that the judges have selected a winner who
reflects the unique business character of Madame Clicquot, one of the first
great business women. Similar to Madame Clicquot, Carolyn McCall, Chief
Executive of the Guardian Media Group, has successfully led the company
through a vast range of development and growth and puts her success down to a
forward-thinking attitude, positively embracing innovation in order to
anticipate the future."

THE FINALISTS

    Alice Avis          Chief Executive       Sanctuary Spa Holdings
    Cilla Snowball      Chairman, Chief       Executive AMV Group
    Sophi Tranchell     Managing Director     Divine Chocolate Ltd

LONDON, April 8 /PRNewswire/ --

AWARD HISTORY

In the world of business, The Veuve Clicquot Award is regarded
as the 'Oscar' for women entrepreneurs and those working in the corporate
world in the UK and throughout the world. Highly prized and sought after, it
is the first and original international Award created specially to recognise
the contribution that women have made to business life.

Now in its 35th year and held in 17 other countries, The Award
celebrates the memory of Madame Clicquot herself, a formidable and successful
19th century businesswoman, who made the great champagne house what it is
today.

Her audacity, bravery and creativity are celebrated each year
and reflected in the light of the achievements of the winner and finalists.
In turn, they present excellent role models for young women aspiring to their
place in the business world.

Pictures and biographies are available on
http://www.veuveclicquotaward.com

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