INSPIRATIONAL achievers from Birmingham have been named among the finalists in the sixth Ladies First Network Business and Inspirational Women Awards.
Finalists, selected from hundreds of nominations from across the UK, were invited to an independent judging day at Mallory Court Country House Hotel & Spa in Leamington, ahead of a prestigious awards ceremony at Dallas Burston Polo Club, in Southam, on June 13th.
New categories are also among those being contested this year, including Sustainable Business Leader, Trailblazer of the Year and Inclusivity Leadership with a special Inspirational Women Award going to The England Women’s football team, The Lionesses.
The Awards were unveiled at The House of Commons in January and are headed up by Ladies First directors Tracey McAtamney from Balsall Common and Karen Massey from Leamington.
Tracey said: “With over 300 nominations entering this year, each and every finalist should be exceptionally proud of their achievements.
“We strive to make every finalist feel special and like a winner, with goodie bags, certificates and professional head shots on interview day. A huge thank you to Mallory Court, the Awards Team, all of our judges and sponsors Edwards Wealth Management Ltd, Alsters Kelley Solicitors and Pertemps for a fabulous day!
“We are beyond excited to announce that we are presenting our 2024 Inspirational Woman Award to the England Football Team.
“The Award is in recognition of their outstanding leadership which embodies true spirit, determination, unity and excellence. Also, for their profound impact on the world stage, inspiring and capturing young hearts around the globe!”
Finalists from the Birmingham area are:
Business Woman of the Year (Sponsored by Edwards Wealth)
Marie Quarterman – The Education Network, Birmingham
Business Resilience Award (Sponsored by Affiniti Search)
Katie Hale – Halestorm Business Development and Marketing, Sutton Coldfield
Nicola Turner – Turners Tidy Homes, Solihull
Inclusive Leadership (Sponsored by Ash Family Law)
Nishi Meta – CM Talent Limited, Balsall Common
Family Business of the Year (Sponsored by Benussi Law)
Becky and Manda Ketch – the Elite Clinic, Solihull
Anne Cawley – Jamieson Christie Wealth Management, Balsall Common
Rising Star & Future Leader Business & Inspirational (Sponsored by Bia’s Kitchen Show)
Charlotte Franklin – Pertemps Network Catering, Shirley
Fatima Mohammed – student at Birmingham Metropolitan College
Leah Atkins – student at Birmingham Metropolitan College
Start-up of the Year (Sponsored by Audley Binswood)
Paola Spiga – Glam & Glow, Hockley Heath
Excellence In Technology & Innovation (Sponsored by Nomuda)
Natalie Wadley – ChangeMaker 3D, has offices in Birmingham
Excellence In Health & Wellbeing (Sponsored by Air Aesthetics)
Becci Fox – Solihull Moors
Excellence In Professional Services (Sponsored by Pertemps Network Group)
Jas Thiara – Alsters Kelley Solicitors, Balsall Common
Charity of the Year & Community Champion (Sponsored by Therapy & Fitness Centre)
John Street – Free@Last, Nechells
Campaign of the Year (Sponsored by Richard George Tailoring)
Leah Atkins – Birmingham Metropolitan College
Business Consultant/Coach of the Year
Liz Whitfield – Growth Plans Limited, Solihull
Business Man of the Year (Sponsored by Pertemps Network Group)
Aaron O’Brien – Aaron O’Brien Fitness, Wolverhampton
Rob Butler – Tri Wellness Limited, Solihull
For the full list of finalists visit here
This year’s awards are also supporting The Giles Trust Brain Tumour Fund, established in 2015 by former England cricketer Ashley Giles MBE and his wife Stine, who was diagnosed with three brain tumours over 12 years. The charity raises funds for research, pioneering equipment and support for patients.
To enquire about sponsorship opportunities contact Tracey McAtamney at: tracey@ladiesfirstnetwork.co.uk
