On October 30, the Four Seasons Hotel Limassol hosted the sixth Red Diamond International Business Women Awards, founded by Elizabeth Friedrich. Under the theme “The 6th Element: Year of Wisdom,” the ceremony celebrated exceptional women whose leadership and achievements inspire change.
The prestigious Red Diamond Award was presented to Dr. Eleni Toumarides. Ksenia Belolipetskaya received Inspirational Woman of the Year, Sandra Da Silva was named Visionary Woman of the Year, Elisabeth Villiger Toufexis won Business Services Woman of the Year, and Cleopatra Hadjikyriakou received the People’s Choice Award.
Distinguished Impact Finalists Svetlana Chirtoca, Georgia Solomou, Anna Hart and Nataly Bolshakova were also recognised.
The ceremony welcomed former President of Cyprus Nicos Anastasiades and former First Lady Andri Anastasiades. Held in collaboration with the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry, with support from the Limassol Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the event brought together distinguished business leaders, an international jury and prominent guests.
Special recognition was given to Philokypros Roussounides, Andreas Tsouloftas, Anthia Papageorgiou and Armina Stepanyan, who travelled from Armenia. The evening was presented by Marianna Rosset and Olesea Tchaikovsky, with the contribution of valued partners and supporters.
A defining announcement marked a new chapter for Red Diamond: all nine women will participate in the Impact Year 2026–2027, a 12-month journey focused on leadership, initiatives and measurable contributions to society.
More than an awards ceremony, Red Diamond is evolving into an international platform where recognition carries a lasting purpose.
The message of the evening was clear: achievements deserve celebration, but true distinction is measured by the impact that follows.
Materials are provided by the event organisers.
