Empowering women, to power Britain.
Women are more likely to turn a profit in their first month of trading than men, yet less than 2% of VC funding is given to female founders in the UK, and over a third start their business with £1000 or less.*
“Whilst we have come a long way, the fact that only one in four businesses is owned or led by a woman is a clear indication that there is more to do.
Not only do women suffer, but so does the economy at large.
My mission remains to help women achieve the parity they deserve, and further improve the position of women in the economy.
Britain can only achieve its full economic potential when women realise theirs.”
Founder of National Women’s Enterprise Week
Support for female entrepreneurs in the wider community
National Women’s Enterprise Week is a nationwide initiative founded by the non-profit organisation, Make It Your Business. With free events all over the country open to established and aspiring female entrepreneurs, it is testament to the power of collaboration between women, and the positive impact that they can have with the right network and resources.
Find your local Business & IP Centre: www.bl.uk/bipc. The BIPCs support small business owners, entrepreneurs, inventors and anyone with a business idea. Offering insights and access to free resources, training and events - both online and in-person – the BIPCs are there to help you start or develop a successful business.
As seen in the media
*According to 2023 research NWEW carried out with Sapio using 250 male and 250 female entrepreneurs in the UK