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Founder’s Reflections: Building the Third Pathway

24

Jul

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Founder’s Reflections: Building the Third Pathway

This week, we welcomed Nicola Sands as the tenth Founding Member of the She Inspires Marketplace. Reaching ten founding members is a milestone we are incredibly proud of, but what excites me even more is what it represents. Every founding member has chosen to believe in a vision before it has fully unfolded. As Nicola joined our growing community, I found myself reflecting on a question I’ve been asked many times over the years: why a marketplace? The answer is simple. The Marketplace was never about creating another platform. It was about completing a journey. At She Inspires, everything we do is guided…

Founder’s Reflection, June 2026 | A Month That Reminded Me Why We Do This

06

Jul

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Founder’s Reflection, June 2026 | A Month That Reminded Me Why We Do This

Every now and then, a month comes along that leaves you with little time to pause, but gives you so much to reflect on afterwards. June was one of those months. It was busy, demanding and full of movement, but when I look back, what stays with me most is not the logistics, the planning or the long days. It is the people. The conversations. The moments of connection. The quiet reminders that She Inspires has grown into something far bigger than an awards programme. The month began with one of the most important dates in the She Inspires calendar,…

She Inspires Global Community Connect: Where a Global Community Comes to Life

06

Jul

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She Inspires Global Community Connect: Where a Global Community Comes to Life

There are moments that remind you why you started. Our first She Inspires Global Community Connect, held online on 3 July, was one of those moments. Created as a global extension of our annual Judges Meet, the session was designed to bring finalists together before the interview process, offering an opportunity to meet members of the judging panel, ask questions, gain valuable insights and, most importantly, feel part of the She Inspires community from the very beginning. We hoped it would be useful. What we didn't expect was the extraordinary response. Within days, all 100 Zoom places had been booked. Soon afterwards, more than 40…

RISE 2026: Where Conversations Became Catalysts for Change

06

Jul

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RISE 2026: Where Conversations Became Catalysts for Change

Some conferences are measured by the number of delegates they attract or the calibre of their speakers. Others are remembered for something much harder to quantify—the conversations that continue long after everyone has gone home. That is what RISE 2026 was all about. Held at the iconic Midland Hotel, Manchester, RISE 2026 brought together founders, senior leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, innovators and emerging leaders for a day dedicated not simply to discussing the future, but to shaping it. Every conversation, every panel and every introduction was designed with purpose, creating an environment where ideas could flourish, partnerships could begin and opportunities…

More Than a Judges Meet: Where Every Journey Begins

06

Jul

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More Than a Judges Meet: Where Every Journey Begins

Every year, there is one event in the She Inspires calendar that quietly sets the tone for everything that follows. Long before the interviews begin and months before the awards ceremony, our annual She Inspires Judges Meet brings together the people who make the journey possible. It is where integrity meets inspiration, where expectations become clear, and where a room full of strangers begins to feel like a community. This year's Judges Meet, held on 4 June at the Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel, welcomed more than 120 guests, including our judges, finalists, previous winners, partners, sponsors and exhibitors. With around ten exhibition stands,…

Your Story Matters: Preparing for Your She Inspires Judges Interview

24

Jun

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Your Story Matters: Preparing for Your She Inspires Judges Interview

First and foremost, congratulations. Whether you joined us at the Judges Meet in person or have been following the journey from afar, becoming a She Inspires Awards finalist is an achievement in itself. Every year, we receive remarkable nominations from women and allies who are making a difference in their communities, professions, businesses and beyond. To be selected as a finalist means your story has already resonated with our judging panels. Now, the next stage of the journey begins. The She Inspires Awards 2026 Judging Interview Schedule is now available on our website, and we encourage all finalists to check their interview…

Impact Assessment Ahead of Major Workplace Law Changes

24

Jun

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Impact Assessment Ahead of Major Workplace Law Changes

One of the most thought-provoking conversations at RISE 2026 came from our long-standing partners and panel sponsors, SlaterHeelis. Their session, Power, Protection and Possibility, explored the changing legal landscape facing employers and highlighted why organisations need to begin preparing now for significant employment law reforms expected to come into force from October 2026 and January 2027. Representing SlaterHeelis on the panel were Debbie Coyne, Partner and Head of Employment, Carla Murray, Partner and Head of Commercial, and Rachel Fletcher, Managing Partner and Head of Crime and Regulatory. Together, they brought a wealth of expertise and practical insight to a discussion that was highly relevant for…

From Potential to Possibility: The Power of a Stepping Stone

24

Jun

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From Potential to Possibility: The Power of a Stepping Stone

At RISE 2026, one of the most moving conversations of the day centred on a simple but powerful question: What happens when someone believes in you before you fully believe in yourself? The panel, From Potential to Possibility: The Power of a Stepping Stone, brought together three remarkable women: Jackie Hyde, sponsor of Stacey's Stepping Stone Award, Jenny Matthews, mentor and business champion, and Sue Cain, one of the award recipients whose journey demonstrates the lasting impact of opportunity, encouragement and support. Moderated by Sandra McManus, the discussion quickly moved beyond business and funding. It became a conversation about confidence, resilience, mentorship and the life-changing…

Welcoming Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce as a RISE 2026 Partner

01

May

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Welcoming Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce as a RISE 2026 Partner

There are partnerships that sit alongside an event, and then there are those that quietly but powerfully shape what that event can become, influencing not just the conversations in the room but the opportunities that emerge from it. It is in that spirit that we welcome the GM Chamber of Commerce as an esteemed partner for RISE 2026, a collaboration that feels both intentional and necessary at this stage of the journey. Greater Manchester has long been a region defined by enterprise, resilience and reinvention, yet its future, like that of many economic centres, depends on how effectively it brings…

When Recognition Becomes a Stepping Stone

27

Apr

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When Recognition Becomes a Stepping Stone

The journey of Ashley White and the power of purposeful support There are moments within She Inspires that go beyond applause. Moments where recognition does not end on a stage, but quietly begins a new chapter. The story of Ashley White is one of those moments. At it's heart, She Inspires Awards has always been about visibility with purpose. It celebrates women across sectors, yes, but more importantly, it creates pathways. Because recognition, on its own, is never enough. What matters is what happens next. The idea behind the Stepping Stone The Stepping Stone Award began as a simple but powerful idea by Jackie Hyde, a…