She Leads

An afternoon filled with hope, ambition, and leadership unfolded at The Sixth Form Bolton during the annual Women in Leadership Luncheon — an event growing in impact, legacy, and meaning year after year. The afternoon featured two inspiring keynote speakers: Gulnaz Brennan, founder of She Inspires: Empowering Women, and Chief Inspector Justine Topping. Together, they shared powerful reflections on resilience, adaptability, and the importance of always having a “Plan B” in life and leadership. Speaking to a room brimming with young women full of ambition and curiosity, Gulnaz Brennan highlighted a truth too often forgotten: that leadership begins not with titles, but with the courage to dream,…

For over a decade, SheInspires has celebrated the voices, achievements, and impact of incredible women across the globe. We’ve witnessed the transformative power of role models, how visibility creates possibility, and how each woman’s story has the power to inspire meaningful change. Now, it’s time to take the next step. We are proud to announce RISE 2025: The Women’s Leadership Conference, launching on 23rd June at The Midland, Manchester. This event will bring together leaders, pioneers, and aspirational changemakers from all sectors to inspire, connect, and empower the next generation of women leaders. Why is this important? Because women’s leadership isn’t just about…

At SheInspires, our mission has always been clear—celebrating, empowering, and supporting women. We know that women entrepreneurs face unique challenges, from access to funding to meaningful networking opportunities. That’s why we have launched a new monthly business support series—Twilight Sessions, in collaboration with Innovate UK and Bolton College. Our first session, held on February 25th, was a sold-out event, proving just how valuable and necessary these sessions are. With a limited group of 20 attendees, we ensured meaningful connections, providing women in business a space to learn, grow, and collaborate. The focus? AI and its use for small businesses—a game-changing tool that every entrepreneur needs to understand. We had incredible speakers sharing their expertise. Billy Gilchrist delivered…