The award was presented at the BWS Top 100 celebration, which recognises outstanding women working in business, law, and finance across Scotland. Being named the overall winner, out of a list that celebrates some of the country’s most accomplished business leaders, recognises Karen’s leadership and the impact she has had on GAP and the wider industry.
About the BWS Top 100
Business Women Scotland is a community for ambitious women in business, bringing together business owners, entrepreneurs and corporate leaders from across the country. Its annual Top 100 celebrates the women driving Scottish business forward, with a Top 10 selected from the list and one named Top Woman in Business.
Leading GAP’s Technical Divisions
As Managing Director - Technical Services & Strategic Relationships, Karen leads GAP’s technical divisions and has played a central role in their growth. Her leadership has helped strengthen the services GAP delivers to customers across the UK, and she has built lasting relationships with the partners who are key to GAP’s success.
Championing the Next Generation
Karen is committed to helping women in business, and in the hire and construction sectors, succeed. Within GAP, she mentors women across the business and champions women in every role, from our depots to Head Office. Beyond GAP, she continues to push for greater representation across the wider industry.
This award recognises that work as much as it recognises her leadership.