E.ON Next’s Chief Operating Officer crowned Utilities Businesswoman

E.ON Next’s Chief Operating Officer, Ramona Vlasiu, has been named Utilities Businesswoman at the Great British Businesswoman Awards ceremony last night.

The awards aim to recognise and celebrate the inspiring businesswomen who are transforming industries, creating impact in their communities and building successful companies across the United Kingdom. The Great British Businesswoman Awards are also a reminder of the importance of female representation in industries like finance, technology and engineering.

With more than 10 years of experience at E.ON UK, Ramona was appointed to the role of Chief Operating Officer of E.ON Next in 2022. She is also a Board Member at E.ON UK.

Chris Norbury, Chief Executive Officer at E.ON UK, said: “I am delighted Ramona has won this award as a recognition for her commitment to our industry. Having worked with Ramona for the past seven years, I have witnessed not only her dedication to her career, but her focus on supporting colleagues and doing the best for our customers.

“We know that diverse perspectives are vital for innovation, sustainability and social impact. As a business, we are lucky to have such a fantastic female leader and role model.”

Ramona Vlasiu, Chief Operating Officer at E.ON Next, said: “I am very proud and equally humbled to have received the Utilities Businesswoman award. I am honoured to have many people who are supporting me in my journey, and this was only possible with that support. A big thank you from me to my E.ON Next and E.ON UK colleagues and all of our valued customers.”

E.ON UK is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and has earned a position in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List for nine years in a row.

E.ON Next was recently named the Diversity and Inclusion champion at the Utility Awards 2024.