Event Type Networking
January
20jan(jan 20)12:0024(jan 24)14:00Funny Women | Comedy Crash Course
Time
20/01/2025 12:00 - 24/01/2025 14:00(GMT+00:00)
Event Details
Funny Women’s courses and workshops have helped launch some incredible comedy careers and inspired some great public speakers. They also
Event Details
Funny Women’s courses and workshops have helped launch some incredible comedy careers and inspired some great public speakers. They also generate vital income for this non-profit organisation so that they can run the Funny Women Awards and provide valuable outreach support with initiatives like The Glitter Project.
We’re committed to building the next generation of comedic talent and our brilliant Comedy Crash Course is an accessible and inclusive fast-track towards performing, writing and creating comedy.
Featuring an hour a day of expert coaching and guidance from brilliant industry experts and an opportunity to perform in an online showcase at the end of the week.
Lynne Parker Founder & CEO, Funny Women CIC, TEDX Speaker, Writer & Facilitator, Comedy Coach and podcast host. Lynne will kickstart the week with a workshop that connects you, builds your confidence and gets your creativity flowing.
Mariana Feijó is a queer, Portuguese multidisciplinary artist, comedian, writer, photographer, content producer and podcaster, with international practice, based in London. Her practice started from a necessity to learn how to communicate and create community. She believes in pushing the boundaries of conventional comedic performance through collaboration and the combining of different art forms.
Emma Boddy is a Personal Performance Coach, Improv Teacher, and Performer with a background in NLP and Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy. Drawing from her own lived experience, she empowers individuals to become their best selves. Known for her innovative approach to personal growth, Emma combines her passion for improv with effective coaching techniques, helping individuals boost their confidence, think on their feet, and embrace playfulness.
Ella Woods is a Development Producer at BBC Studios Audio, Comedy and Entertainment, working across podcasts and radio shows for BBC Radio 4, Audible and more. As a comedy writer and performer she was twice shortlisted for the BBC New Comedy Awards, and featured on Radio 1, 2 and 4.
Daily workshops are held on Zoom, from 12.00pm to 1.00pm Monday to Thursday and recorded should you miss a day. All times, UK times!
Culminating in a live online showcase on Friday, where you’ll perform or present your pitch and receive invaluable feedback from facilitators and peers. This is split into two parts with an hour interval 11.30am to 12.30pm & 1.00pm to 2.00pm. All times, UK times!
What past participants say:
“I needed to prepare for my first official standup gig and this course was perfect. Packed with information, tips and encouragement. Lovely atmosphere, even on Zoom! The course leaders and speakers were true experts and their feedback was extremely helpful. Brilliant!”
“This course was absolutely exceptional. I was a little scared of it when I signed up but it’s such a brilliant safe space that I didn’t feel out of my comfort zone. The advice was fantastically helpful and the live showcases were exciting and motivating. I really enjoyed every second thank you and am now going to start working on material for a live show!”
“Feels like being on an adventurous playground with your favourite mates.”
“It was a brilliantly diverse line-up of talented industry professionals who gave us great techniques to try out new ideas while giving constructive and helpful feedback.”
“All the guest speakers were excellent. They were kind and non-judgemental and gave us the confidence to try things without filtering ourselves. I would especially recommend this course to people who are starting out in comedy and in need of an extra boost!”
Full price £75 (+ VAT) plus booking fee.
Patreon rate £50 (+VAT) plus booking fee. To find out how to join Patreon all the details are here
BOOK HERE
Discover a variety of events designed to inspire, inform and empower, from career development tips to wellbeing workshops. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, expand your network or focus on self-care, our events calendar has something for everyone. Stay up to date and never miss an opportunity, check it out here.
01feb10:0017:00Funny Women | Stand Up To Stand Out - Winter Warm Up
Time
01/02/2025 10:00 - 17:00(GMT+00:00)
Location
The Groucho Club
W1D 4QB, London
Event Details
It’s midwinter and the days are short, so ideal for a comedy ‘warm up’ and an opportunity to
Event Details
It’s midwinter and the days are short, so ideal for a comedy ‘warm up’ and an opportunity to commune with your funny bones. Spend an action-packed day with us and unleash your inner stand up diva, explore ideas for an award-winning sitcom or simply enjoy the ride with some like-minded women.
We’ve combined elements of our popular Stand Up to Stand Out workshop and the Comedy Crash Course to create a one-day event designed to take you on a comedy journey without it being scary! During the Winter Warm Up you will be introduced to some well know techniques to help you perform, write or create comedy or inject some humour into your everyday interactions, at work or play.
- Need a confidence boost?
- Want to write new comedy material and develop your performance style?
- Performing stand up comedy, presenting online or speaking in public for the first time?
- Nervous about using humour?
- Want to make new friends and influence people?!
Led by Funny Women founder Lynne Parker with some additional guidance from two incredible guest experts, the day will culminate in a showcase for you to show off what you’ve created.
Lynne Parker, the founder of Funny Women, has been running her comedy workshops since 2009 and has witnessed the genesis of many comedy careers through the Funny Women Awards and our programme of community events. Her initiative and guidance has enabled hundreds of women to gain the confidence to perform on stage and in the boardroom. Now that ‘performances’ have expanded to both in person and online environments, communication and presentation skills are a top priority.
Nic Lamont is an actor, writer and creative producer working in comedy, theatre, television and film. Her work has been featured on BBC, Amazon and Netflix. One half of creepy comedy duo The Twins Macabre, she has toured national and international theatres. Nic’s full length plays dark comedy plays The Darklings, What the Dolls Saw and Mary Shelley: Muthamonster have been produced in venues across London. Specialising in Improvisation and Character Comedy, Nic is also co-director of performing arts company Medway Play Lab CIC and runs regular improvisation workshops in Kent. As part of the Glitter Project, Nic is the Medway Producer for Funny Women, hosting monthly Mentoring Meet-Ups and Open Mic nights.
Anna Coane is a TV series producer with 20 years’ experience of making scripted and unscripted comedy, entertainment and fact/ent shows for all the major broadcasters (including BBC, C4, C5, ITV, Sky, Comedy Central, TLC, and Discovery). She is experienced in the studio, on location, and in the edit, and her credits include The Graham Norton Show, Saturday Kitchen, Live At The Electric, Celebrity Big Brother, Peep Show, and more. Anna has written, script edited, and overseen the script process on numerous series, most recently I Can Do It You Can Too (80 scripts for CBeebies). She has written with/for some of the biggest names in UK comedy and entertainment, including Julian Clary, Josh Widdecombe, Omid Djalili, Alexander Armstrong, Julie Walters, Tom Allen, Suzi Ruffell, Romesh Ranganathan, Rob Lowe, Steph Todd and more…
This workshop covers:
- Building the confidence to perform
- Developing your personal style or ‘persona’
- Introducing techniques to create new material
- Writing and developing comedy
- Advice on how to ‘up your game’ and be memorable.
What’s included?
The Groucho Club is the perfect winter hide away for this event. Tea, coffee, morning pastries, light lunch bites and cookies are included in your ticket price. Common food intolerances and preferences are taken into account.
Testimonials:
‘I recently took part in Stand Up to Stand Out. As a woman who has fought her way through business for many years now, determined in my mission to be ‘me’ – I really enjoyed Lynne’s approach. Being yourself, being ready to tell stories, laugh, amuse yourselves and each other – surely that’s all part of life?’
‘Too often we are restricted by the expectations of others, especially as a woman in business. This session was expertly led by Lynne, who made everyone feel welcome, but also emboldened. Within no time, absolute strangers were giggling hysterically and cheering each other on.’
‘I recently attended the Stand Up to Stand Out Workshop at the Groucho Club. It really pushed me out of my comfort zone but I felt supported by Lynne in this. I will be able to use what I learnt about the power of humour and my increased confidence in storytelling to deliver more compelling client presentations and, who knows, maybe even try stand up!’
‘Lynne is the most knowledgeable person I have met during my comedy career and I would recommend her to anyone/if not everyone; whether you’re starting out in comedy or you would like to be better at public speaking/improving your confidence – Lynne is the person to work with – she is hilarious, empowering and incredibly kind.’
‘I had a wonderful time on the Stand Up to Stand Out workshop. Lynne coached us with skill and humanity, creating a community from a group of strangers. And we were all really funny! To any woman thinking of going on the course, I’d say it’s one of the best investments you can make in yourself.’
Half price for members of The Groucho Club and Funny Women Patreon Members.
BOOK HERE
February
01feb10:0017:00Funny Women | Stand Up To Stand Out - Winter Warm Up
Time
01/02/2025 10:00 - 17:00(GMT+00:00)
Location
The Groucho Club
W1D 4QB, London
Event Details
It’s midwinter and the days are short, so ideal for a comedy ‘warm up’ and an opportunity to
Event Details
It’s midwinter and the days are short, so ideal for a comedy ‘warm up’ and an opportunity to commune with your funny bones. Spend an action-packed day with us and unleash your inner stand up diva, explore ideas for an award-winning sitcom or simply enjoy the ride with some like-minded women.
We’ve combined elements of our popular Stand Up to Stand Out workshop and the Comedy Crash Course to create a one-day event designed to take you on a comedy journey without it being scary! During the Winter Warm Up you will be introduced to some well know techniques to help you perform, write or create comedy or inject some humour into your everyday interactions, at work or play.
- Need a confidence boost?
- Want to write new comedy material and develop your performance style?
- Performing stand up comedy, presenting online or speaking in public for the first time?
- Nervous about using humour?
- Want to make new friends and influence people?!
Led by Funny Women founder Lynne Parker with some additional guidance from two incredible guest experts, the day will culminate in a showcase for you to show off what you’ve created.
Lynne Parker, the founder of Funny Women, has been running her comedy workshops since 2009 and has witnessed the genesis of many comedy careers through the Funny Women Awards and our programme of community events. Her initiative and guidance has enabled hundreds of women to gain the confidence to perform on stage and in the boardroom. Now that ‘performances’ have expanded to both in person and online environments, communication and presentation skills are a top priority.
Nic Lamont is an actor, writer and creative producer working in comedy, theatre, television and film. Her work has been featured on BBC, Amazon and Netflix. One half of creepy comedy duo The Twins Macabre, she has toured national and international theatres. Nic’s full length plays dark comedy plays The Darklings, What the Dolls Saw and Mary Shelley: Muthamonster have been produced in venues across London. Specialising in Improvisation and Character Comedy, Nic is also co-director of performing arts company Medway Play Lab CIC and runs regular improvisation workshops in Kent. As part of the Glitter Project, Nic is the Medway Producer for Funny Women, hosting monthly Mentoring Meet-Ups and Open Mic nights.
Anna Coane is a TV series producer with 20 years’ experience of making scripted and unscripted comedy, entertainment and fact/ent shows for all the major broadcasters (including BBC, C4, C5, ITV, Sky, Comedy Central, TLC, and Discovery). She is experienced in the studio, on location, and in the edit, and her credits include The Graham Norton Show, Saturday Kitchen, Live At The Electric, Celebrity Big Brother, Peep Show, and more. Anna has written, script edited, and overseen the script process on numerous series, most recently I Can Do It You Can Too (80 scripts for CBeebies). She has written with/for some of the biggest names in UK comedy and entertainment, including Julian Clary, Josh Widdecombe, Omid Djalili, Alexander Armstrong, Julie Walters, Tom Allen, Suzi Ruffell, Romesh Ranganathan, Rob Lowe, Steph Todd and more…
This workshop covers:
- Building the confidence to perform
- Developing your personal style or ‘persona’
- Introducing techniques to create new material
- Writing and developing comedy
- Advice on how to ‘up your game’ and be memorable.
What’s included?
The Groucho Club is the perfect winter hide away for this event. Tea, coffee, morning pastries, light lunch bites and cookies are included in your ticket price. Common food intolerances and preferences are taken into account.
Testimonials:
‘I recently took part in Stand Up to Stand Out. As a woman who has fought her way through business for many years now, determined in my mission to be ‘me’ – I really enjoyed Lynne’s approach. Being yourself, being ready to tell stories, laugh, amuse yourselves and each other – surely that’s all part of life?’
‘Too often we are restricted by the expectations of others, especially as a woman in business. This session was expertly led by Lynne, who made everyone feel welcome, but also emboldened. Within no time, absolute strangers were giggling hysterically and cheering each other on.’
‘I recently attended the Stand Up to Stand Out Workshop at the Groucho Club. It really pushed me out of my comfort zone but I felt supported by Lynne in this. I will be able to use what I learnt about the power of humour and my increased confidence in storytelling to deliver more compelling client presentations and, who knows, maybe even try stand up!’
‘Lynne is the most knowledgeable person I have met during my comedy career and I would recommend her to anyone/if not everyone; whether you’re starting out in comedy or you would like to be better at public speaking/improving your confidence – Lynne is the person to work with – she is hilarious, empowering and incredibly kind.’
‘I had a wonderful time on the Stand Up to Stand Out workshop. Lynne coached us with skill and humanity, creating a community from a group of strangers. And we were all really funny! To any woman thinking of going on the course, I’d say it’s one of the best investments you can make in yourself.’
Half price for members of The Groucho Club and Funny Women Patreon Members.
BOOK HERE
07febAll DayThe Ethnicity Pay Gap Summit 2025
Time
07/02/2025 All Day(GMT+00:00)
Event Details
The #EthnicityPayGap Campaign in collaboration with Spktral, are pleased to announce their second Ethnicity Pay Gap Summit set
Event Details
The #EthnicityPayGap Campaign in collaboration with Spktral, are pleased to announce their second Ethnicity Pay Gap Summit set for Friday 7th February 2025. This event is Proudly supported by Fawcett Society, ShareAction and hosted by Lloyds of London, this follow-up summit aims to further prepare the audience for upcoming mandatory ethnicity pay gap reporting in the UK.
The Summit’s Vision
The Ethnicity Pay Gap Summit will be an educational and inclusive space. It will serve as an environment where attendees can learn from experts, expand their networks and elevate their awareness and understanding of the multifaceted dimensions of this critical subject. Audience engagement will further enhance knowledge sharing and provide support to those new to this subject.
On The Day
Our expert lineup of speakers brings a wealth of knowledge and experience which promises to be an engaging discussion and valuable insights throughout the day. Speakers being announced include:
- Anthony Horrigan, CEO, Spktral
- Asmina Islam Chowdhury, Programme Development Manager, NHS Providers
- Anna Cotgreave, Head of Reward & Benefits, Clifford Chance
- Bola Ogun, Global Total Rewards Leader, London Stock Exchange Group
- Jeremy Crook, Chief Executive, Action For Race Equality
- Joanna McCrae, DE&I Client Services Director, Michael Page
- Meera Somji, Co-Founder, Clusivity
- Nigel Marriott, Chartered Statistician, Marriott Statistical Consulting
- Nina Goswami, Head of Inclusion UK, Clifford Chance
An integral part of the summit, the Spotlight Awards will recognise exemplary efforts in Ethnicity Pay Gap work, acknowledging achievements made in 2024.
Anyone interested in attending this ‘in person’ event in the City of London can find out more information by clicking here.
08febAll DayFawcett Annual Conference | For a feminist future
Time
08/02/2025 All Day(GMT+00:00)
Location
Mary Ward House,
London
Event Details
FOR A FEMINIST FUTURE! FAWCETT’S NEXT ANNUAL CONFERENCE IS TAKING PLACE ON SATURDAY 8TH FEBRUARY 2025 AT MARY WARD HOUSE, LONDON. WE ARE THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE THAT
Event Details
FOR A FEMINIST FUTURE! FAWCETT’S NEXT ANNUAL CONFERENCE IS TAKING PLACE ON SATURDAY 8TH FEBRUARY 2025 AT MARY WARD HOUSE, LONDON.
WE ARE THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE THAT OUR ANNUAL CONFERENCE IS NOW ON SALE! JOIN US FOR AN EXCITING DAY FULL OF INTERACTION, DISCUSSION AND DEBATE ASKING, HOW TOGETHER, WE CAN TRULY BUILD A FEMINIST FUTURE THAT WORKS FOR ALL WOMEN.
With keynote speeches and panel discussions from an array of exhilarating speakers, the conference will be centred around our theme: How to build a feminist future. With sessions focusing on Tackling the rise of populism as well as Revolutionising work, Creating feminist AI and Demanding dignity and safety in public services, the day will be a critical yet joyful space bringing together a thriving feminist community.
For a Feminist Future will include the following exciting speakers:
A welcome speech from Fawcett Chair, Baroness Harriet Harman and Fawcett CEO Jemima Olchawski
- Jess Phillips MP, Minister for Safeguarding
- Stella Creasy MP, Member for Walthamstow
- Danielle Bridge, CEO, Black Minds Matter
- Margaret Greer, National Officer for Race Equality at UNISON,
- Shivani Menon, Deputy Head of Research, Onward
- Nikunj Upadhyay, Inclusion and Diversity Director and HR Director, Wates Group
- Timi Okuwai, CEO, Black Equity Organisation
- Theo Clarke, former MP for Stafford and Chair of the UK’s Birth Trauma Inquiry
- Claire Reindorp, CEO, Young Womens Trust
- Sunder Katwala, Director British Future thinktank
- Rachel Coldicott, Founder, Careful Industries
With many more to be announced!
Keep your eyes out below for regular updates as we confirm more speakers and our full programme of sessions.
BECOME AN ANNUAL MEMBER TODAY AND GET YOUR CONFERENCE TICKET FOR JUST £7
Main room
10 am Welcome address with Jemima Olchawski (CEO, Fawcett Society) and Barroness Harriet Harman MP(Chair, Fawcett Society)
10.15am Keynote address
Tackling the Rise of Populism: How to build a Feminist Future (10.45am to 11.45am).
Creating Feminist AI (12.15pm to 1.15pm)
Breakout sessions (2.00pm to 3.00pm)
1. Revolutionising Work
2. Demanding dignity and safety in public services
Main room
Final session and closing remarks to be announced (3.00pm to 4.00pm)
TICKETS ARE LIMITED AND PRICED BELOW, IF YOU’RE NEW TO FAWCETT MAKE THE MOST OF OUR AMAZING OFFER, BECOME AN ANNUAL MEMBER TO GET A £7 CONFERENCE TICKET
Join us online
This year we are live-streaming our conference for the first time! This is our first attempt and we are offering this for free or by donation to make our conference more available to those who would otherwise miss out entirely. Please be aware the live stream will not be able to broadcast all aspects of the day.
25feb09:0017:30International Women's Day Conference & Exhibition 2025 | ThinkFest IWD
Time
25/02/2025 09:00 - 17:30(GMT+00:00)
Location
Millennium Point - Birmingham
Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XG
Event Details
Join us for a kick-ass International Women’s Day Conference & Exhibition, celebrating and empowering women from all walks of life! International Women’s
Event Details
Join us for a kick-ass International Women’s Day Conference & Exhibition, celebrating and empowering women from all walks of life!
International Women’s Day Conference & Exhibition
Join us for an inspiring and empowering event celebrating women’s achievements and promoting gender equality. The International Women’s Day Conference & Exhibition will take place at Millennium Point – Birmingham. This in-person event brings together influential speakers, thought-provoking discussions, and a vibrant exhibition showcasing the talents of women from various fields. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired by remarkable women from around the world. Come and be part of this incredible celebration of women’s accomplishments and the journey towards a more inclusive society.
The Event is split in two, a ticketed Conference and a free to attend Expo.
FREE TO ATTEND EXPO – This part of the event will feature a number of exhibition stands as well as seminar stage delivering content to individuals, small businesses and young females. This is completely free to attend and we have content running throughout the day.
For more for more information about all of the sessions we are running, please take a look at our website. www.IWDExpo.com
We look forward to welcoming you all there, don’t forget it’s not just for women, we need more men in the room to create a greater alliance for gender parity.
10:00 AM Welcome & Introduction
10:30 AM Motivational Networking
11:00 AM How to Start and Scale Your Business
11:30 AM The Magic of Writing Your Book
12:00 PM Funding Females
12:30 PM Mental Health & Wellbeing
1:00 PM Women In STEM
2:00 PM Women in Media
3:00 PM Empowering Girls for Career Success
4:00 PM Building Your Personal Brand
4:40 PM Monetise your Passion
5:10 PM Finish
PAID TICKET CONFERENCE – The content delivered at the conference will be targeted towards senior leaders across business and corporate as well as third-sector organisations. We will be exploring a range of different topics, looking at key issues that women face and what we can do to improve the experience for women in the workplace. A key part of the conference will focus on how we increase the number of male allies for females and have a dedicated panel of speakers discussing this. To top it all off we will be hearing from fashion entrepreneur Karen Millen OBE, founder of Karen Millen.
Reserve your spot here
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25feb10:3011:30The FTSE Women Leaders Review | Report Launch Tuesday 25 February 2025
Time
25/02/2025 10:30 - 11:30(GMT+00:00)
Event Details
We are delighted to extend to you a special invitation to the live broadcast launch of the FTSE Women Leaders Review report on Tuesday 25 February 2025 from
Event Details
We are delighted to extend to you a special invitation to the live broadcast launch of the FTSE Women Leaders Review report on Tuesday 25 February 2025 from 10:15am to 11:30am.
The FTSE Women Leaders Review has made remarkable strides, with the FTSE 350 achieving over 40% women’s representation on boards ahead of the target. However, our work is far from complete. Achieving gender balance and diversity on boards and leadership teams has never been more crucial to harness the wealth of experience, expertise and skills essential for business to navigate complex issues successfully.
With just one year remaining to reach our recommendations, realising genuine equality and enabling further progress will require a united commitment from us all to achieve the 40% women in leadership target and to drive more appointments of women into the ‘four key roles’; the Chair, Senior Independent Director, CEO and Finance Director.
We therefore warmly invite you to join us for the 2024 report launch, where we will share new and exclusive findings on the progress made in achieving gender balance during the year. We are delighted that the Secretary of State for the Department of Business & Trade and the Minister for Women & Equalities will be sharing their support for the Review, and we are excited to host a panel of distinguished guests who will share insights on how they are accelerating progress.
Our panellists include:
– Allison Kirkby, CEO BT Group Plc
– Lee Chambers, Business Psychologist, Speaker, Author
– Yetunde Hofmann, Non-Executive Director Cranswick Plc
– Mary Ann Sieghart, Author of ‘The Authority Gap’
Please confirm your attendance at this virtual event by completing this registration form. If you encounter any difficulties during the registration process, our team is available to assist you at [email protected]
This year, our event will be exclusively a live broadcast, and so we encourage you to share this invitation with your network.
March
06mar17:0020:00Style, Shape, Camera, Confidence, International Women's Day 2025
Time
06/03/2025 17:00 - 20:00(GMT+00:00)
Location
DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds City Centre
2 Wharf Approach, Leeds, LS1 4BR
Event Details
Get ready to celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 with a day filled with style, shaping your confidence, and striking a pose! Welcome to Style, Shape, Camera, Confidence,
Event Details
Get ready to celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 with a day filled with style, shaping your confidence, and striking a pose!
Welcome to Style, Shape, Camera, Confidence, International Women’s Day 2025. Join us on Thu Mar 06 2025, 5-8pm in the fabulous Sky Lounge looking over the Leeds skyline, with DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds City Centre our wonderful host, for a celebration of women’s empowerment and visibility. This in-person event will feature inspiring speakers from fashion and branding, panel, Q&A, and networking opportunities. Come and embrace your style, shape and confidence, while celebrating the achievements of women professionals and female business owners. Get ready to strike a pose and capture the moment with our camera-ready activities. Don’t miss out on this empowering event sponsored by Winston Solicitors Leeds.
Expect drinks on arrival, canapes and a gift bag. You will have the chace to book a 1:1 with our experts and have a tour of the beautiful hotel refurbishments.
Discover a variety of events designed to inspire, inform and empower, from career development tips to wellbeing workshops. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, expand your network or focus on self-care, our events calendar has something for everyone. Stay up to date and never miss an opportunity, check it out here.
07mar11:4514:30International Womens Day 2025 | Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin
Time
07/03/2025 11:45 - 14:30(GMT+00:00)
Location
High Grosvenor House
Claverley Bridgnorth Shropshire, WV15 5PG
Event Details
International Womens Day 2025 – Celebrating Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Women In Business.
Event Details
International Womens Day 2025 – Celebrating Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Women In Business.
Come and join us on International Women’s Day on Friday 7th March 2025 to celebrate the amazing business women across the county of Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. It is organised by Hollie Whittles from FraggleWorks and Emma Chapman and Anna Sadler from the Marches Growth Hub Shropshire in collaboration with the Federation of Small Businesses.
Our keynote speaker is Karmen Novak, founder of international beauty brand ‘Flower and Spice‘ who is flying over from Amsterdam to speak at this event!
The lunch will include inspirational talks from our speakers with plenty of time for networking over lunch too.
The International Women’s Day 2025 campaign theme this year is : #AccelerateAction
We look forward to seeing you for lunch at the High Grosvenor House in Claverley!
No refunds are available for this event.
Karmen Novak: Transforming Passion into a Thriving Business
Karmen Novak’s brand, Flower and Spice Modern Apothecary, is a harmonious blend of luxury and nature. At 35, she relocated to a small town in the Netherlands for love, finding herself at a crossroads in her professional life. As a seasoned marketer and video producer, she quickly realized the new city lacked compelling career opportunities. Faced with this challenge, Karmen decided it was the perfect time to embrace something new.
After spending 15 years navigating the fast-paced, high-stress corporate world, she yearned for a change—something more fulfilling and creative. Always captivated by natural, indulgent products, she followed her curiosity and enrolled in Formula Botanica, an esteemed organic skincare science school in England. The experience awakened her passion for formulating lotions and potions, and she discovered a deep joy in creating products that nourish both body and soul.
Guided by her mantra, “Anyone can change their profession and destiny by learning something new—it’s never too late to pursue what makes you truly happy,” Karmen transformed her passion into a purpose-driven business.
Now, at 44, Karmen continues to grow her flourishing brand. Partnering with distributors in Switzerland and China, she is taking Flower and Spice Modern Apothecary to new heights.
In her interview, Karmen will share her inspiring journey—the struggles, the successes, and the pivotal moments that defined her path. Whether you’re considering a career pivot or looking to take the next step toward your dreams, Karmen’s story will remind you that reinvention is always possible when you follow your passion.
Reserve your spot here
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08mar10:0023:30International Women’s Day: Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs | Etiket Social CIC
Time
08/03/2025 10:00 - 23:30(GMT+00:00)
Location
The Black Diamond
Lower Harding Street, Northampton, NN1 2JL
Event Details
Celebrate women entrepreneurs with inspiring speeches, stalls, live entertainment, and more! Empowerment, fun, and unforgettable moments! Welcome to the International Women’s Day Celebration! Come join us
Event Details
Celebrate women entrepreneurs with inspiring speeches, stalls, live entertainment, and more! Empowerment, fun, and unforgettable moments!
Welcome to the International Women’s Day Celebration!
Come join us at The Black Diamond for a day dedicated to honouring and celebrating the achievements of women around the world. This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, listen to inspiring speakers, and participate in empowering workshops.
Our celebration will feature a variety of activities, including panel discussions, live performances, and networking opportunities. Whether you’re a professional, a student, or simply passionate about gender equality, this event is for you!
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Join us at The Black Diamond and be a part of this inspiring event!
Reserve your spot here.
Discover a variety of events designed to inspire, inform and empower, from career development tips to wellbeing workshops. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, expand your network or focus on self-care, our events calendar has something for everyone. Stay up to date and never miss an opportunity, check it out here.
08mar11:0022:30International Women’s Day Events | Empress Events
Time
08/03/2025 11:00 - 22:30(GMT+00:00)
Location
Charlotte House
Union Road, Lincoln, LN1 3BJ
Event Details
Celebrate badass women from around the world at our International Women’s Day Events!
Event Details
Celebrate badass women from around the world at our International Women’s Day Events!
I’d love for you to join us at the 2025 International Women’s Day Events at Charlotte House, Lincoln. You can join us for the Women’s Empowerment Day, Still She Rose party, or make it a full day of celebrating women and purchase tickets for both of the events! All of these events raise money for Still She Rose which is a charitable initative that supports women’s mental health.
Women’s Empowerment Day 11am – 4pm (including lunch and refreshments)
Join us for a day filled with empowering activities, inspiring speakers, and networking opportunities. Celebrate the achievements of women around the world and connect with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of a community that uplifts and empowers women.
This event will feature speakers from around the world. Including topics such as knowing your worth, power dressing, building a personal brand, owning your story, and creating influence. Open to women of all backgrounds!
Speakers include:
Jasmine Foley – Empowerment Speaker, Podcaster, Owner of Empress Media Academy & Empress Events, University Digital Marketing Lecturer, International Ms 2024
Taryn Johnston – Book Publisher, Marketing Strategist, University Marketing Lecturer
Mikell Reed Carroll – Attorney and Pageant Coach
Rosie Pennicott – Founder of WWMN – working women’s movement network
Suzie Bateman – Owner of SELF UK
Amanda Goss – Fashion Management Lecturer
Jade Markham – Business Development Manager & Scientist
Jessica Adebiyi – Community-driven leader, Mrs. United World 2025, and advocate empowering women and youth through education and global initiatives
Melanie Meik – Psychotherapist, multipotentialite, changemaker, and champion of people and empowerment
Hannah Hought & Kelly Arnold – Founders of The Rose Charity Ball for Tiny Tickers
Amba Smith – Birthmark Ambassador, Make-Up Artist
Still She Rose Party 7pm – 10.30pm (including canapes, disco lights and dancing!)
Dress code: RED
Join us for the Still She Rose party. Let’s celebrate women with a night of canapes, disco lights and dancing! Because girl’s just wanna have fun, right?
Both events are held at the beautiful Charlotte Hotel in the uphill area of Lincoln, which is situated right opposite Lincoln Castle, Cathedral, and the cobbled streets of the bailgate with gorgeous boutiques and cafes. Why not stay over for the night at a nearby hotel, or at Charlotte House? The next day, we will be hosting the first live final of International Ms UK to find the next queen to head off to the US for the international final. Tickets for this event will be for sale at a later date.
Reserve your spot here
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08mar14:0019:00International Women's Day & Book Launch | Audreia Josephs
Time
08/03/2025 14:00 - 19:00(GMT+00:00)
Location
Pannel Croft Retirement Village
290 Hospital Street, Birmingham, B19 2XU
Event Details
Join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day. Guest speakers. Entertainment and Audreia Joseph will be launching her latest book. Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day
Event Details
Join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day. Guest speakers. Entertainment and Audreia Joseph will be launching her latest book.
Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day with an inspiring event dedicated to honouring women’s achievements and fostering empowerment. The day will feature the exclusive launch of an extraordinary book.
The event will be hosted by Laura Dooley. Dr Ava ‘Eagle’ Brown keynote speaker. Guest speaker Sandy Joseph. Dr Michele McDowel. Live performances by Jeanette Barrett and Patricia Panton. This event is designed to spark dialogue and reflection. Guests will have the opportunity to connect with the author, network with change-makers, and explore pathways for creating a more inclusive future.
This celebration promises an atmosphere of camaraderie, learning, and inspiration. Light refreshments will be served. Let’s come together to recognize the contributions of women worldwide and continue advocating for equality. All are welcome!
Reserve your spot here
Discover a variety of events designed to inspire, inform and empower, from career development tips to wellbeing workshops. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, expand your network or focus on self-care, our events calendar has something for everyone. Stay up to date and never miss an opportunity, check it out here.
28marAll DayOne Tech World 2025 | WeAreTechWomen’s Virtual Conference For Women In Tech
Time
28/03/2025 All Day(GMT+00:00)
Event Details
For over nine years, WeAreTechWomen has proudly championed women in tech through their renowned conferences and events. Since 2020, over
Event Details
For over nine years, WeAreTechWomen has proudly championed women in tech through their renowned conferences and events. Since 2020, over 10,000 women worldwide have joined us at the One Tech World virtual conference to learn, connect, and inspire one another in tech. We’re not just a media company—this mission is personal. With women making up only 24% of the tech workforce, there’s a clear need for change.
On March 28, 2025, we’re excited to deliver our sixth global virtual learning experience on our advanced conferencing platform.
This year’s conference will be a dynamic space for exploring emerging technologies and disruptive trends across the industry—and thanks to the support of our exceptional sponsors, attendance will be entirely FREE.
Global Virtual Tech Conference
We’re committed to broadening the view of technology’s future for both current and aspiring women in tech. By highlighting the industry’s future and encouraging women from all backgrounds to consider tech careers, we aim to foster inclusivity—crucial for creating products and systems that reflect and serve everyone.
While our conference can’t resolve gender parity overnight, it acts as a powerful catalyst for change. One Tech World empowers attendees to explore global tech advancements, gain essential insights, and build the skills and networks necessary for the evolving tech landscape.
Join globally renowned speakers and an inspiring group of TechWomen100 award alumni as they share invaluable insights in our interactive sessions spanning a wide range of technology topics. Beyond thought-provoking presentations, we’ll host career development panels, engaging fireside chats, and robust networking opportunities through live chat rooms.
Our agenda is thoughtfully designed with feedback from our community to ensure it meets their evolving needs. We aim not only to accelerate participants’ careers but to offer a comprehensive view of the tech landscape and its influence on the future of work.
Register your interest here
Ticket Price:
Free