Women making a difference

Each of us has different motivations for being in business: different worries, different stories, different ambitions.

But we can all be an inspiration to others, and share our knowledge and experience, too... so make sure that others are aware of your areas of expertise by fully completing your online profile.

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Jane Bagley

Having worked for large companies both industrial and corporate I began to feel unfulfilled and disallusioned with my job. Turning forty and having lost two close friends to cancer I decided to re-evaluate what was important to me. Yes I…

Annette Bailey

I think every business woman should be part of Enterprising Women. When you’ve had a tough day or dealt with a very difficult client, this is the place to retreat to. You gain so much advice and optional approaches by…

Carole Baker

My background is probably one of the most varied around, but all my past experiences have led me to where I am today! I started with a Bsc in Catering Administration at Bournemouth and then went to work in the…

Jennifer Baker

My Philosophy I believe that we all have all the ability and skills needed to help realise our personal and professional dreams. To start to tap in to these abilities we firstly need to commit to not settling for anything…

Jennifer Baker

Jennifer Baker has over twenty years' experience in catering at the highest level. Having once owned her own restaurant (which gained a coveted Michelin award), she is able to provide the finest traditional English cuisine for business lunches, private parties…

Sophie Baker

I am a teacher in a busy state secondary school. My main hobbies are horse riding and dog agility (teaching horses and dogs). I started the business because I could never find the accessories I wanted for my dogs.

Julia Baldwin

Julia Baldwin has extensive experience of both corporate and personal relocation and established C-genie to fulfil a requirement that currently exists between relocatees and the property market. Moving to a new place should be full of adventure, excitement and anticipation…

Isla Baliszewska

For 25 years I have worked in the IT business, firstly in the provision of funding for computer acquisitions, and now in the area of computer recycling. As a woman in a predominantly male sector I have learned a great…

Ali Ball

A maveric with a passion for others' success, Ali has worked 25 years in business and enterprise development, 12 in co-operatives and 7 as small business coach. With four step-children and three of her own (all but two fully grown),…

Rebecca Ball

Rebecca has always wanted to run her own creative business and now everything has come together. She has had two careers already; the first as an archaeologist and the second as a librarian specialising in video and audio archives. Talking about Curious…

Rahmat Balogun

Im a First time working Mum with a full-Time career in IT, I have a great Innovative New Concept Idea that I'm looking to turn into a viable business. I look forward to all the support and potential benefits from joining…

Rachael Bampton-Smith

Rachael Bampton-Smith Ã± Director Rachael makes big things happen. From developing a cityÃs tourism product to driving its creative economy, itÃs taking the thoughts and delivering them that matters. She has worked developing and nurturing the tourism and creative sectors regionally, nationally…

Natasha Bandali

Current Age:23 (Started the business at 21) Education: 2:2 Ba Joint Hons European Business and Spanish. University of Hertfordshire.

Eni Bankole-Race

MAVERICK is the dream child of Eni Bankole-Race. Eni holds qualifications in Fashion, Art, Communications and Law. Following a long period of contemplation, Eni decided it was time to fulfil the ambition to be her own mistress by combining the wildly varying…

Maria Banks

With Italian parents Maria is blessed with boundless energy and passion and shines most when she is enabling people to see themselves so much bigger than they are and are able to create the lives they truly want for themselves…

Michaela Banks

Suffolk Student Rentals is a female partnership, run by Michaela Banks and Denise Perez. We started in 2007. We are both young at heart, family women with children aged between 9 - 15. We have a paramont of experience between us in: …

Carley Banwatt

I am a mother of two young boys and got made redundant two years ago. It was at this point that I decided I needed to take control of my own life and build a stable future for myslef and…

Anna Baptist

A business graduate, I joined Longmores in 1976, qualifying as a solicitor in 1979. I became a Partner in 1981, Senior Partner in 1999 and Managing Partner in 2000. I am Head of my firm's Family Practice Area. Looking for fresh…

Juliet Barber

I want to start a new business. My area of expertise is in biology and life sciences, art and the environment. I want to start up and "outdoor classroom" for children between 4 and 18, but which can also involve…

Heather Barclay

Not having had a formal career I have embraced life and sampled various occupations. From law through to construction, the marine industry and retail management. Previous hobbies - fashion design, chocolate manufacturing, power boating. Current hobby - ensuring my business…

Sharon Barden

I am a teacher turned hypnotherapist with a passion for helping children and adults reach their full potential. I have long been fascinated by the brain and how it works. When the opportunity arose for me to study for my HPD…

Lisa Barford

My name is Lisa Barford and I have my own bookkeeping practice in the Luton area. I started my practice in February 2008 primarily to have a more flexible career and to enable me to work from home in order to…

Amanda Barlow

Amanda is managing director and owner of 100% organic skincare company, Spiezia Organics and founder of Made for Life, a complementary programme supporting people diagnosed and recovering from cancer within Cornwall. In addition she also is owner/MD of Budock Vean Hotel…

Sue Barlow

Sue Barlow is the Employment Law Partner at LawSolve. She has over twenty years experience of advising businesses, PLCs, limited companies and smaller companies on employment and employee relation issues. She worked at a senior level for over ten years…

Dawn Barnes

As I have taught in local schools since January 1979, so I felt I knew my subjects well enough to start up my own tuition business. Joining a franchise meant that I was then supported in learning how to adopt the…

Jane Barnes

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Liz Barnes

Liz is a professional business coach and facilitator.She works with groups and 1:1 with leaders,entrepreneurs or individuals in pursuit of their full business and career potential and personal aspirations. Clients are typically individuals who need to achieve one or more of…

Svitlana Barnes

An experienced business development and marketing specialist, CIM qualified and fluent in five languages. Svitlana has done business internationally mainly in publishing sector encompassing both scientific and financial services markets. She worked in the diplomatic sector as a commercial advisor on…

Marion Barnett

My original training was as an interpreter and translator (French and Russian), but I qualified with an eight week old baby boy, so did not pursue this career option. Instead, I worked from home, in a variety of roles, including…

Suzanne Barnett

Suzanne Barnett Started this succcessful training company 14 years ago when she found she was being made redundant from her current job. She decided that she would become a freelance trainer providing IT training with a twist. Something different was…

Alison Baron

Alison takes a holistic approach to her treatments, which means working on all levels - emotional, mental and spiritual, as well as the physical. She believes in treating the whole person, rather than just the symptoms, thereby not grouping people…

Carole Barran

Currently qualified as a Reflexologist, Massage Therapist and in Indian Head Massage, looking to develop a business once I have completed Maternity Reflexology training and Nail Technician training

Jennie Barratt

Originally started to bring good quality tiaras, head-dresses and jewellery at affordable prices to brides Annie Laurie, establised for over 21 years, now offers a complete wedding range. Our aim is to take the hassle out of what can be a…

Joy Barredo

Profile Joy has been a mentor and a consultant to managers from different ethnic backgrounds. Her coachees include politicians, business tycoons, managers, parents and students. She has been providing training courses for private and voluntary organisations in Southeast Asia and Europe…

Becky Barrett

With a background in marketing across a range of sectors including leisure, diagnostics and fmcg, I made a conscious decision to move into the voluntary sector in 2001 where I helped launch an innovative charity raising funds for frontline homelessness…

Millie Barrett

MA(Hons), BSc(Hons) Nutritional Therapy I believe food should be a great source of pleasure and has an important role in bringing people and families together. I was lucky to grow up in a household where we all ate together at least…

Annabel Barry

A regular contributor on Deben Radio, Annabel has had over 25 years business experience gained whilst living in London. She runs a sucessful private practice based in the heart of Westcliff, near Southend Essex. As well as adults, Annabel specialises…

Susanne Barry

My own particular interest is in how our emotional life is reflected in our bodies. I came to this during a health crisis of my own where I wasn't taking care of my emotional needs. In addition to Pilates and Hypnotherapy…

Marnie Barsby

I am a Mum of three children to George, Freddie and Millie. Christmas of 2005 I decided to have a go at making handmade fleece blankets for family as Christmas presents and then throughout the year made some pram/buggy blankets…

Sarah Bartlett

I am a Nutrition and Lifestyle Coach and full time mum of two young children. My background lies in the field of Nutrition, Health and Fitness in which I have been employed in a number of roles within Health and…

Sharron Barton

If you've seen me here before then things are bit different now. I was a web developer but change of life circumstances lead to a complete change. With a 5 year old with ASD life is never boring but the…

Corinne Bascombe

Studied Biochemistry, worked for 2 years in Argos as a sales assistant, 1 year in Topshop, Oxford street as a fitting room attendant and 3 years in John Lewis,Oxford street as a Fashion sales advisor. I have always wanted to run…

Felicia Basi

Felicia and Krysta are mothers who share one common goal: To find a complete range of cleaning products that are, safe, effective and easy to use Being mothers, we related to every mother out there, frustrated at the endless need to clean…

Alice Bason

Alice Bason BA(Hons) Fine Art Business Enterprise Award Winner 2007 Creative East Award Nominee 2008 As a graphic designer, I have starred as EditorÃs Choice in Wedding Ideas Magazine, and featured in the Norfolk Magazine. Branching out I now provide beautiful yet…

Helen Bates

ABOUT ME I am an accredited personal life coach. I trained initially with the Coaching Academy in 2005 and qualified with a distinction. Since then I have continued my professional development, in particular my interest in Solution Focused coaching which is…

Helen Battelley

I am a mother of three boys who loves to bring the joy of dance to young children. I saw a gap in the market in 1999 for a dance/drama school aimed at young children and started the business in Birmingham.…

Lisa Battershill

My name is Lisa Battershill, I am a 47 year old proud mother of five beautiful children. I have worked in the care industry on and off for over twenty years. I finished my care career with a two year…

Diane Baumann

I am a consummate business woman who built my own interior design company 'Tessuto' to the top of the tree, only to lose everything in the property crash 1992. I tried again with an events & entertainments agency but was…

Monique Bayles

I had always been interested in things'alternative' and eventually had the opportunity to study massage. This then led me on to expand my knowlege more and more, not only with the physical body but on into the subtle field and…

Rachel Bayliss

I was born in Colchester, Essex and moved to Great Yarmouth in May 2003 when The Hamilton was purchased. My previous jobs include selling Private Medical Insurance, Websites and Search Engine Optimisation, working behind a bar, and various positions in…

Rachel Beard

I haven't started yet, but I'm hoping to start a small online business selling unique and limited edition jewellery, clothing, and home furnishings, handmade and customised by myself. I will initially be doing this as well as my current full time…

Sue Bedford

Sue Bedford qualified as a Registered Nurse in 1980. She worked in a variety of specialities in both NHS and private hospitals in London over the following years. In 1987, she moved to Bedford and took a 10 year career…

Kim Beedie

After finishing my degree in Interior Design I worked for a successful company primarily designing schemes for hotels. After a few years I began to need a more immediate creative buzz ( commercial interior design can be a very long…

Nazma Begum

l want to open a health and fitness gymnasium for the asian community especially the bangladeshi women by word of mouth l have hundreds of customers wanting this service this buisness plan is a long term programme. This will benefit everyone.

Ekaterina Belcheva

I am a Londoner since 2003, but I am Bulgarian originally. I lived in Germany for nearly 2 years and I have learnt to be aware about the environment there. Last year I realised the great potential of offering green services…

Amanda Bell

Amanda Bell read Economics at Girton College, Cambridge before training with a four-partner practice in Buckinghamshire. She qualified in 1995, winning an Institute Prize, and became assistant to the senior partner at the same firm. In the seven years in that…

Angela Bell

My name is Angela Bell and I am an accredited trainer with Digital Unite, a network of IT trainers offering one to one support for adult learners who wish to develop their skills in using a personal computer for business…

Gilly Bell

Having worked within the public sector for many years as a secretary/PA - now my children have grown up and have two lovely grandchildren living in Portland, Oregon, I have decided to start my own business. I have always loved hand…

Lisa Bell

My name is Lisa Bell and I am the founder and owner of AdminSolve, a virtual assistant practice based in the UK. I started my working career after leaving college by joining an offshore oil and gas company and then an…

Louise Bell

Qualifications and experience - Dr Louise Bell: Registered Mental Nurse - 20 years experience in senior managerial and clinical roles in NHS. DVD showing roles available on request. BSc(Hons) PhD - strong academic and professional background. High level…

Maite Bell

Maite is a freelance translator working in Spanish and English specialising in natural sciences, the environment, global development and sustainability. She also works within tourism, health and the media, both in film and publishing. She offers a copywriting service to create…

Christina Bellamy

The Iceni Guide is a new community magazine for NR10. It is an A5 full colour glossy community mag packed with information such as gardening tips, restaurant reviews, editorials on businesses, fashion items and so on. The initial…

Lorraine Bellis

What would your ideal job be? Probably doing exactly what you like best - and getting paid for it. Sounds too good to be true? Lorraine Bellis from Bourne hopes she can do just that as she prepares to launch her…

Harriet Belmore

Having first heard about Laser Teeth Whitening over eight years ago, and realising my very discoloured teeth could be whitened and restored with one safe, convenient and pain free treatment, without the hefty price tag of expensive veneers, I decided…

Jo Belsten

Over the past 19 years I've worked with a huge variety of dogs and owners. I recognise that there are many different approaches to training dogs, and some techniques are better suited than others for each dog and handler team. I…

Helen Belt

Helen Belt is the Technical Director of KERNOWSPA®. Helen has previously worked for a number of years as a Development Chemist in cosmetic laboratories, developing personal care products for large high street companies. Helen is a qualified Chemist with a…

Tracy Bengougam

As mentioned in my business resume, I worked in a top ad agency for ten years which I enjoyed immensely but wanted to work for myself. I chose the beauty industry because it has always been a passion and because…

Catherine Bennett

I have always wanted my own business which is why I studied a degree in management science at university and became a Chartered Accountant. In 2007 I got married, closely followed by a beautiful baby boy in 2008 and a beautiful…

Gail Bennett

I am a graphic designer with over 20 years experience in the industry, working on a variety of project from logo design and branding for new business start-ups, to website design for a large online network. As a designer I am…

Helen Bennett

I feel as though I am a born entrepreneur and I believe my greatest skill is to inspire people into action! I left an all girls highly academic grammar school at 16 yrs old much to the disgust of the Head…

Naomi Bennett

Naomi Saunders read Mathematics at Cambridge University before qualifying as a Chartered Accountant and then a Chartered Tax Adviser in London. Before setting up her own practice, she worked for major UK and international accountancy practices and was a director with…

Penny Bennett

Penny Bennett Style Consultancy is an independent style consultancy providing colour and style analysis, make-up consultations, wardrobe management and personal shopping & styling. It specialises in helping private clients to develop strong first impressions, confidence and success through personal image. Penny…

Pat Bensky

I studied programming in college and then decided to go off and do different things. After spending a few years travelling around the world, I ended up in Los Angeles, where I got a job working for an international news…

Pauline Bentick

My background is working within the public sector. I am no stranger to the difficulties of dealing with Government Departments. I started out working for the Post Office and later moved on to work for The Employment Service. For the last…

Lucy Benton-Smith

Experienced business administrator, I have worked in large corporations in London and Paris in a variety of roles including IT Business Analyst, Business Affairs Executive, Bilingual Assistant and a Business English Trainer. I want to offer my skills and experience to…

Gayle Berry

Gayle Berry is an expert in baby massage, trained in toddler massage, a baby yoga instructor, massage therapist, author of "Baby Massage-Expert Know-how at your fingertips", and mum to three children. She also has a law degree and worked as…

Helen Berry

Before I started to retrain to become a doctor, I was a management consultant, working on projects ranging from finance at EGG bank, TSB, First Direct and M&G to cultural transformation projects for local authorities. I already hold a First Class…

Linda Berry

Why Table B'hôte? Linda said: "While on a sailing trip around Falmouth one of the evening meals prepared was a particularly fine chilli using all fresh ingredients to provide chunky, wholesome, satisfying food at the end of the days sailing. I flippantly…

Erika Best

Erika has a background in education and experience in many spheres including photography and business. She is responsible for growing the indoor plants and providing the interior landscaping.

Rosie Beswick

Rosie & Frank live in rural Shropshire, using their amazing surroundings as inspiration for their product range. Rosie & Frank have been running businesses for many years and realise that we do not all want massed produced, we want quirky, we…

Dina Bhudia

I have been in the financial sector for over 10 years. Working with both everyday clients and high networth. I believe that advise should be given in person. And a financial Health Check is required on a regular basis.

Francesca Biggar

I went on to study Design, Jewellery, Silversmithing and Allied Crafts at the Sir John Cass School of Art and Design in London. This was an inspirational period in which I was privileged to have the opportunity to work with…

Louise Biggs

From small beginnings of doing woodwork as part of my school syllabus I took the only training option open to women, who wanted a hands on career in cabinet making at that time, and embarked on five years of full…

Marion Bignell

I'm a lifelong maker / inventor / designer / thinker and intend to continue to be so as long as I can. There's always something new to occupy me, and I'm inspired by something or someone almost every day. I am…

Sammy Bilgrami

After completing a Masters in Business Development I worked for various companies, before embarking to set up my own business. I feel hard work put into your own company is far more rewarding. I started off as a consultant for…

Pamela Billinge

Having worked for twenty years in large organisations (Nokia, BAe, Coopers & Lybrand, INSEAD) in leadership and change management roles I decided to pursue my interest in "the individual". I began training as a body psychotherapist - a journey which…

Margaret Binks

I come from an accounts background, having been accounts and payroll manager for my last employer, and working in accounts roles for over 20 years. I have had no retail experience before opening the shop, but am very much a…

Trish Binks

I enjoyed an early career in publishing and direct marketing running campaigns for major brands including Jaguar, M&S, Help the Aged, Boots and Ford. Keen to travel and experience international business markets I became a seminar trainer, running negotiation skills…

Carey Birkbeck

Along with a colleague, I am planning an events and entertainment company. We believe that there is a real market to provide quality entertainment to clientele in Mid-Bedfordshire and a 30 mile radius, since a high proportion of ABC consumers…

Heather Bishop

Ã¬Gemstones are the main attraction of jewellery for me Ã± no two are ever the same. My first love is testing and identifying gemstones but I also love the challenges repair work often brings. Some of my favourite designers at…

Jenny Bishop

I am a chartered architect. I moved into the country eighteen months ago, with my husband and other animals. Whilst restoring our 15C hall house, I realised that this is what I wanted to be involved in. As a result of this, and…

Katie Bizzey

I have a long back ground in fine food production having owned an event catering business for a many years. When my daughter came along that was not possible, so having tried all sorts of other things, I was thrilled…

Wendy Black

I am from The Midlands and came down to the West country 7 years ago where I met my partner, Ian Gordon. I have had a variety of jobs and a brief spell as a driving instructor. However I have had…

Lisa Blackler

I have 20 years' advertising and marketing experience, in the publishing and telephony markets. I am married with 2 daughters and am a school governor. I also run Fun Under Five (www.fununderfive.co.uk), a directory of things to do with young children…

Andi Blackmore

I am an experienced producer and project manager of educational software, with over 12 years experience. Projects have included online teacher training software for the DfES, learning resources for the classroom (both Primary and Secondary) and interactive TV! I have…

Andrea Blakesley

Andrea Blakesley founded Mudhut in late 2005 with the aim of advising individuals and organisations on complex verbal communication. Prior to founding Mudhut, Andrea spent three years as a Director of the Great Eastern Investment Forum, the leading UK business angel…

Ruth Blakey

I am a journalist and communications professional based in Hertfordshire. I started my career writing and news-editing daily regional newspapers in Birmingham and Sheffield. After taking a break to travel, I moved into public relations / communications and spent nine years…

Gill Blanchard

I have a first degree in History and Sociology, an M.A. in International Relations as well as a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Post Compulsory Education). My work at the record office provided me with practical research skills. This combined with…

Emily Blickem

An award-winning independent film producer, Emily Blickem heads up Cambridge-based film production company, mad&bad films. She has developed & produced a number of films, as well as writing and directing her own projects. Born in the US and brought up in…

Lady Elaine Elizabeth Boden

My passions are Raising my children, my Community for which I aim to make a positive difference and impact, my job and Restoring the Lady Elizabeth ship that now sits in disrepair until restored. What a beautiful day that will…

Sandra Boehner

I have been running my vibrant web media business Into3d for more than 5 years now. I started with web design, then moved into interactive panoramas & virtual tours. Chances are if it's visual and web-based, I can give…

Rachel Bogdaniec

Before setting up Spinriver Design Ltd I worked at ESPA International on their design team, creating luxury hotel spas. Notable projects I worked on include The Spa at the Four Sesasons Hotel Park Lane; ESPA Life at Cornithia London SW1 and…

Ruth Bolton

I run my own 36 cover restaurant in Bury St Edmunds, called The Chalice. I have owned the restaurant since 1982 when I ran it as a vegetarian restaurant, slightly hippy, bohemian in those days! I took a career break in 1990…

Sarah Bolton

Since graduating from Hull University (with a degree in drama) I have gained 14 years experience within various sectors of the travel industry. Previous positions have included overseas sailing instructor, holiday rep, corporate/VIP flight attendant, cabin crew manager, cruise product…

Suzanne Bolwell-Davies

Suzanne Bolwell-Davies is a Co-founder of Flexible HR Ltd. She has more than 20 years experience working in Human Resources and Development and a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development FCIPD. As a Human Resources Professional; Suzanne…

Allison Bond

Allison has always enjoyed painting and drawing as a hobby but decided to go to Agriculture College rather than art school in the 1980s and her life became more embroiled with cows and the countryside than with fine art. After…

Andrea Bond

Andrea is a qualified Nurse, Reflexologist, Massage and Sports Injury Therapist as well as an established Lecturer in ITEC Anatomy and Physiology, Massage and Sports Massage, Advanced courses and other therapies. She teaches for Essex County Council and runs her own…

Donna Bond

After supporting Chief Executives' in London for over 18 years I decided that it was time to branch out and work for myself. I love supporting others and being their right arm, so a Virtual PA business was the perfect…

Tina Bone

Tina’s secret desire to be a professional artist came to fruition in 2005, at the age of 55 years, after raising with her husband, three wonderful sons. Her favourite subjects are botanical illustration and natural history, but commissions are accepted…

Ann Bonnett

Creative skills Concept Art direction Copywriting Graphic design Illustration Typography Production skills Artwork for print Photo research Photo and image manipulation Copy editing Proof reading Print specifying Print…

Jane Boosey

I'm Norfolk born (4th August 1955 on the Queen Mother's birthday) and have lived here all my life apart from nine years spent in the North East of Scotland (My husband is an RAF Serviceman) I have three children 25,…

Alexandra Booth

Having been a designer, working for companies in various creative positions of employment since the 1980's, I have finally taken the step to create a business for myself which I am very proud of. I have many skills in a variety…

Liza Booth

Words most frequently used by trainees to describe me - 'Lively, bubbly, friendly, approachable, informative, welcoming, engaging, enthusiastic, Interactive, informed, confident, very positive and ... mad!'. My style of delivery is creative, interactive, fun and effective in communicating key messages and…

bisi bordley

Design is second nature to me, with my background in Spatial & interior design, floral stylist and visual merchandiser. In the last fifteen years I have worked for different high street retailer as a stylist/merchandiser/florist. In 2006 (while studying as a…

Claire Borley

Born in Cambridge (1965). Educated at: St MaryÃs School, Cambridge, Hills Road 6th Form College and Portsmouth University (BAHons English). Relocated to Bermuda and worked as a Personal Assistant for various companies and millionaires. Moved to London and worked in TV…

Julie Borrett

My original background was in Accountancy. I had worked a number of years in professional and commercial offices prior to having my family. As is the case for many women, I had worked in a number of part time jobs away…

Krystyna Boughey

Krystyna is a modern languages graduate (BA joint honours in German and French). Additionally she holds the Institute of Linguists Intermediate Diploma, Polish, a Post Graduate Certificate in Management of SMEs and FRBs and the Chartered Institute of Marketing Advanced…

Rebecca Bourne

Having trained in textiles at Goldsmiths College, I went on to continue my studio practice in clapham, manage the print studio at The London Printworks Trust, and squeeze in a bit of lecturing in fashion and textiles. In 2004 we decided…

Brenda Bowler

I am an independent, professionally trained consultant offering a service based on the highest standards. Trained by Crowning Touch International I am part of a nationwide network of colour analysts and make-up specialists. I have been providing colour, image…

Anna-Maria Bowles

I am the garden designer for AMB Garden Design. I have always loved plants. According to my mum the first words I uttered were Ã«pretty flowersÃ  A few years ago I decided to grow my own plants and now have…

Emma Boyce

Having studied Mathematics at the University of Leeds, then having lived and worked teaching English in Japan for 14 months, I came back to England to begin a career as a Pensions Administrator. That was three and a half years ago,…

Debbie Boyd

Gained a degree in Computing Science from Aberdeen University in 1993 before working for two small management consultancies, one specialising in business process redesign and the other in corporate communications campaigns. During this time, she set up an office in…

Judith Bradbury

I am proud to be a successful business woman! I think that more women should take the plunge and experience the buzz of providing services and solutions... without a single man in sight!

Katie Bradford

I launched the company eight years ago with my business partner. Professional Sound is a specialist company, focused on providing the highest level of customer service, coupled with outstanding technical ability. Voice alarm is installed to save lives, we have designed…

Sarah Bradley

Planet Sputnik was created in response to the great demand within the media and creative industries for all things vintage and retro. As 1950s design is a great personal love – I've spent decades collecting clothing, furniture, decor, cars, motorcycles,…

Laura Bradshaw

17 sucessful years with M&S finally leaving to support schooling commitments for boys. Human Resources regional Manager, looking now to move into the teaching sector having thoroughly enjoyed working in the preschool market running Jo Jingles. I want to do…

Lizzie Brandon

Lizzie started out in BBC Radio in late Ã«80s and gained a wealth of production and presentation experience at local, national and international level. She moved across to BBC World Service HR, providing full administrative back up to senior staff and…

Michelle Bray

Experienced SME MD having run businesses in bespoke private label blue chip corporate merchandising and currently a Director of 365 Golf which owns a world-wide patent-pending innovative golf bag - the Tri-Bag(r) - see www.tri-bag.com

Sally Brazier

A background and working life in both design and business, starting with a degree in Business Studies, followed by studying Interior design, I combined the two as a designer of commercial interiors, including working for Herman Miller and in research…

Hannah Breen

Your PotentialÃs Director is Hannah Breen. Hannah is an experienced HR Generalist who has over 15 years experience in the Retail, Hospitality, Not for Profit, Charity and Housing sectors in a range of HR and Management positions. Hannah is a Chartered Member…

Lisa Brennan

Lisa is the Director of Brennan & Burch. She is the creative behind the company and is responsible for all designs and illustrations.

Sarah Brereton

Sarah founded Limewash Media & Design in 2008 and is a marketing communications specialist with over 12 years experience within a variety of marketing and sales roles. Her experience spans corporate marketing, branding and event management as well as charitable fundraising…

Rachel Brett

About ArborVS ArborVS was established by Rachel Brett to help those businesses or entrepreneurs who need administrative support, but who donÃt have the room to house all the equipment and staff needed to support their businesses. Underpinned with an HND in Business…

Susie Briscoe

Susie Briscoe CMIM FRSA An enthusiastic Corporate and Executive motivator, as well as Director and Trustee of two International (one of which she founded), and two National charities, Susie is fervent about facilitating the developmental growth of clients and colleagues. Susie…

Angela Brooke

I have spent most of my adult life either teaching English or working in Bookshops so have a wealth of experience in both fields. In 2003 I decided to form my own company as I felt that the range of…

Suzanne Brooke

Suzanne has been around horses for over 20 years. At the age of 18 she enrolled at Writtle Agricultural College Chelmsford, and was awarded a BTEC National Diploma in Equine Studies in 1999. The Award obtained covered a wide variety…

Julia Brooks

My background is in nursing. I worked for 25 years in the NHS but became disillusioned when nursing care moved away from patients and towards paper. I also felt that very few managers were effective and didnÃt know how to…

Nicola Brooks

BROOKS nearly new designer dress agency was started by Nicola Brooks in January 2009. Having been made redundant from her job as a PR and Marketing Manager last year, Nicola decided to go it alone and do something completely different with…

Paulene Brooks

Born in the early '50's, so a real 'babyboomer'. Raised in Portsmouth, but now living in Essex. I started training in massage after my divorce and have finally found what I'd been looking for. Why do careers take so long to find? I have…

Veronica Broomes

Veronica Broomes is an experienced researcher and trainer in a range of personal development and leadership skills such as customer service, public speaking, change mangement and interview skills. Before she founded Executive Solutions in 2004, Veronica had a career as…

Karen Broomhead

I started my working career as a conference organiser for The Metals Society in London. Venue finding was a major part of the job and I quickly learnt what makes a good meetings location. My husband and I moved to Bonhunt…

Kathy Broussart

I as born in 1977 in St Omer, North of France. My mum has always been into craft, knitting, sewing. She is a very creative person and so I got hooked. I moved to England in February 1998 and I have…

Chinelo Brown

Chinelo Brown is a qualified hair dresser and has been trained in many different techniques from around the world for attaching hair extensions to suit all types of hair and has just under five years expereince in providing quality hair…

Gilly Brown

I was born in Hitchin in 1956 so IÃve always been local to the area. I lived with my parents and older sister, attending Hitchin Girls Grammar School until I passed my A levels. Having left school I went from…

Kim Brown

A long and happy career in BT which encompassed roles including commercial management of projects worth millions of pounds, project management, team leadership, interviewing and management skills, and event co-ordination for large scale workshops, conferences and change management and engagement…

Louise Brown

Having worked within the ecology field for over ten years and being a full member of the Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (IEEM)for over four years, I decided to start a consultancy of my own. My goal is to create…

Philippa Brown

Philippa has 17 years (and counting) of experience working in technology. Before starting Vision Computing, Philippa worked for Goldman Sachs for 8 years as a business analyst and project manager running a large number of projects. She's now using that…

Sandra Brown

Based in Bedfordshire Sandra Brown is MD of Collaborative and is an experienced HR practitioner, a MCIPD with a MA in Human Resource Management. She is used to advising employers on strategic and operational issues in a variety of different…

Sara Brown

www.pure-success-coach.com is an exciting project in association with Success University offering its members affordable personal development material on the web. The curriculum Success University offers has been designed with one thing in mind - to teach you the right kind of…

Vilhelmine Brown

VBrauna Consulting Services 1-2 full day workshops/ seminars and half day consultancy in Intercultural Communication Training sessions are developed to meet individual client needs after conducting a needs analysis and consultations with the client. Training and consultancy programmes: Building Cross-Cultural Competence for International Business This…

Zoe Browne

Born and bred in Cambridge , I spent my childhood years worshipping Boney M, scoffing my Mum's secret recipe fairy cakes, and reading whatever I could lay my paws on. After several happy years, the Boney M LP's were shelved and…

Marie-Christine Brummel

I am a fully qualified and accredited Executive Coach and experienced Management Consultant .I have over 18 years management experience of working with people with emphasis on business improvement, and has worked closely with leadership teams and individuals, in both…

Catherine Buchanan

Farming, what do I know about Farming? Well to start with nothing but I saw a gap in the market and went for it! I taught science for many years after leaving the Army but still served as a member of…

Julie Buck

MATER helps individuals realise their potential and escape the rat-race to earn a residual income ultimately... In 1994 Julie Buck created MATER. Prior to that she graduated from the University of Bath in 1984 with an honours degree in mathematics, worked…

Sarah Buckley

Sarah first became interested in travel medicine whilst working as a practice nurse in rural Norfolk, and went on to gain the highly respected Diploma in Travel Medicine from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. Sarah is…

Karen Bullard

Since graduating from University in 2000 with a BA (Hons) in Writing and Publishing Studies with English Literature, I have enjoyed a varied career in management, customer service and publishing. I have spent the last seven years working as a copy-editor…

Marie Bunting

Hello Enterprising Women out there! I am 35 and working in public services at the moment, with the elderly. Over the past 2 - 3 years I have been training in complementary therapies. This is where my heart lays as…

Jean Burbidge

I enjoy welcoming self-catering guests to a wing of our 17th century home outside the unspoilt village of Abbots Ripton, just two miles north of Huntingdon. See www.wildgooseleys.co.uk Since redundancy as a nurse in 1999, I have successfully completed City &…

Jacqui Burke

I started Flourishing People in 2001 to enable me to focus on helping my clients to manage their people more effectively. I believe that good people management is the biggest factor that will ensure people flourish and fulfil their potential…

Linda Burke

Linda is responsible for Management Development, Coaching and Assessment at Newtonhr Ltd. Prior to this she was HR Manager at Sony. Linda's expertise is in change management, senior management coaching and team development specifically for the retail, public, not for…

Robin Burkitt

Having owned and managed letting homes in North Norfolk for the past five years I have a clear understanding of the issues involved in owning and letting holiday cottages, particularly for those who do not live locally. Previously I set up…

Margaret Burnside

Margaret Burnside has worked in Training and Development for over 24 years and has run a variety of businesses in this field. She has worked with a range of organisations from charities to Global corporates, from retailers to pharmaceuticals with…

Cate Burren

Cate co-founded Angel+Blume in 2002 and is an interior designer and colour specialist with experience in both domestic and corporate design. Her exceptional eye for detail and ability to communicate concepts to clients allows them to fully visualise the finished…

Linda Burrows

Baby boomer, having graduated at University of Life now promoting natural solutions for everyday problems. Background in property (residential and commercial), left employment in 1997 due to ill health and started my wonderful journey into all things alternative. Passionate about enviornmental…

Suzie Burton

I come from a background of Personnel Management and have managed Personnel Departments within the retail, leisure and tourism industries. I know that there are many small businesses out there who want to ensure they meet all the legal requirements…

Jane Butcher

Jane comes from a nursing background. She is also a UKCP registered psychotherapeutic counsellor. She has extensive experience working with individuals who are managing their health conditions and disabilities and who are experiencing barriers to work. Her experience in rehabilitation…

Sharon Buthlay

Sharon Buthlay is a qualified Licensed Conveyancer specialising in domestic and commercial conveyancing. I practised as a conveyancer for 25 years before leaving to become a Director of CMS Ltd which was originally set up by my husband David Buthlay.…

Diane Butler

Diane Butler from Collingwood Design has had a varied background from working in a TV studio on set design and programme editing, set design for amateur theatre to running a marketing and design company and now working freelance creating corporate…

Frances Butler

Since leaving school at 16, I went straight to college and studied Beauty Therapy for 2 years. My first job was in a Beauty Salon, where I worked for 18 months. I had always wanted to work for myslf so…

Jacqui Butler

My background combines law customer services and business development so when I started Butler Estate Planning in 2006 I had some very specific aims. I really wanted to provide excellent levels of client service with professional expertise but to retain…

Karen Butler

Tax Return Online Services is solely managed by Karen Butler FCCA, a Fellow Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants . The business was established in 2003 and incorporated on 1st January 2009. Karen has been working in Accountancy…

Lucy Butler

I'm currently completing a PhD, but considering entrepreneurship once I finish. I have some management consulting experience.

Tracy Butler

I worked in the city for a number of years selling stationary. As I had bitten my nails as a child I decided to take a course in nail extensions purely to enable me to do my own. I then…

Veronica Butler

Within my business I have total freedom and flexibility to work exclusively for you seven days a week. I am available daytime and evenings to suit you. My experience in the travel industry puts me in good stead to deliver exactly…

Tracy Butterworth

I'm a passionate believer in helping organisations achieve their goals as a result of the skill, engagement and energy of people. I am a consultant and facilitator with extensive experience of organisational change achieved as a result of boosting staff…

Belinda Buxton

I am married with two children. I currently work for St John Ambulance as a First Aid Trainer and run my photography business as well.

Michelle Buxton

Michelle Buxton, a Founder Member of the Retail Marketing Group, started her career at Sun International Hotel & Casino Group in South Africa after completing her degree in Business and Marketing. Michelle then swiftly progressed in the retail arena to…

Vivien Byczynski

Vivien has over 20 years experience of Economic and Social Regeneration, in particular, multi-agency partnership development, strategic planning and workforce development and skills. Before moving into consultancy she was Partnership Manager of the NOVA Consortium at South East Essex College where…