Christine Bhatt, CEO of Essex-based data processing company Systematics International Ltd, has been named as a ‘Runner Up’ in the International Women’s Award category at the National Business Women’s Awards 2018.

The nationwide event, which celebrates female entrepreneurs who have made a tremendous impact in their business sector or market internationally, took place at London’s Wembley Stadium on Friday 7 December 2018.

Christine Bhatt, who famously led a management buy-out of Systematics back in 2007 before completely reshaping the firm from the inside out, went head-to-head against some of the UK’s best and brightest businesswomen, many of whom travelled from all corners of the country to attend the prestigious event.

Despite fierce competition, Christine was lucky enough to be named as a ‘Runner Up’ in this tremendously competitive category.

Commenting, Christine Bhatt said: “It has been a fantastic honour even to be shortlisted in this competitive category, let alone be named as one of the final runners up on ceremony day alongside some of these massively inspirational businesswomen.

“I am delighted that my hard work over the years has been recognised by this prestigious awards body, which celebrates the passion, dedication and success of some of Britain’s best and brightest female business leaders.

Manuel Bhatt, Christine’s husband and Chief Finance and Strategic Planning Officer at the firm, added: “Christine is a true leader and a real inspiration to female entrepreneurs everywhere and I am delighted that this has been recognised by the National Business Women’s Awards.”