Five Bolton businesswomen have been announced as finalists in the Enterprise Vision Awards (EVAs). The awards are the UK’s largest business awards dedicated solely to women and they have announced a record-breaking 161 finalists for this year’s ceremony. These "trailblazers" and "powerhouses" are not just leaders in their fields but also serve as strong female role models, inspiring the next generation and encouraging more women to venture into entrepreneurship.
The five Bolton businesswomen who have been named finalists this year are highlighting the thriving female entrepreneurship scene across the borough. The finalists include Julie Robinson from Eagley School House Nursery, who has been nominated for the "Best Business" prize, Jacqueline Owen from Connect Studio, who is up for the "Customer Services" gong and Becci Martin from Boo Coaching and Consulting who is in the running for the "Employer" award. And Claire-Louise Calman from Starts With You has been shortlisted in the "Employer" category while Celia Gaze from The Wellbeing Farm has been nominated for the "Hospitality Industry" prize.
Coral Horn, founder of the EVAs, said: “Every year, we discover women leading innovative and impactful businesses, from home-based ventures to global brands. “This year’s entrants took their applications to another level. When you witness numerous new businesses already making an impact and the remarkable rate at which women are scaling up their ventures, it's clear that the .