Join us for an exciting opportunity to network with other female entrepreneurs and expand your network. Through an analysis of case studies and group discussions, you will creatively solve problems faced by many women in business and reflect on your own soft skill development.

According to the Rose Review (2019), female led businesses receive less funding than those headed by men ‘at every stage of their journey’. The Inclusive Business Launchpad project aims to tackle issues faced by underrepresented entrepreneurs and promote equality through an innovative learning programme designed to maximise participants' confidence and self-efficacy.

During this event you will:

• Learn about key research relating to equal opportunities within business
• Network with other female entrepreneurs within Europe
• Learn about the Inclusive Business Launchpad Project and upcoming opportunities
• Participate in group-led discussions and activities
• Develop tools and techniques to enhance your soft skills and maximise your potential
• Listen to guest speakers discuss their experiences of being a female entrepreneur

Guest speakers:

Kirsty Collinson, director of Training Toolz, has been an SME entrepreneur for three decades, working within the technology and publishing sectors. She has won and judged the national Entrepreneur of the Year awards and has written business columns for both the local and national press. She is currently launching a blog and podcast: The Scatty Entrepreneur.

Natasha Green began her entrepreneurial journey within the finance sector. Later in life, she founded her business and brand Soap Loaf Company and Cosmeti-Craft®️ (winner of Global MakeUp Awards 2021). She offers a wide range of workshops across the country as well as selling an environmentally friendly range of bath products such as soap, solid shampoo and bath bombs.

This session is free and open to all; in particular, this session may be of interest to female entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses and improve their soft skills.

Date: 26th of May 2022

Time: 10:00-12:00 (UK time)

Location: Online (A Zoom link will be sent upon registration)