Page 60 • The HERALD • 7th March 2024 v INDEPENDENT, LOCAL AND PROUD v ASK A PROFESSIONAL London Calling the Very BEST The prestigious National Business Women’s Awards 2024 (NBWA) have o cially launched! Enter now and celebrate with likeminded, strong business women supporting and encouraging one another to thrive in their respective industries. The NBWA highlights those women who are striving for success in everything they do. With 23 categories to choose from, it is now easier than ever to share these companies; triumphs and accomplishments. 2024 also brings an exciting new category, In uencer of the Year. Judges will be looking for those women who demonstrate innovative ways in reaching their customers and consumers whilst making waves in their industry. Businesses can enter up to three di erent categories showcasing their achievements over the last twelve months. e pinnacle of the celebrations is the Grand Final, a black-tie evening of festivity and praise for all the nalists. is year the renowned event will take place at Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge in October 2024. ese awards are not to be missed. Event Manager Kathryn Shipton commented “We are proud and delighted to be back for 2024 to celebrate and acknowledge even more business women who work tirelessly to ensure their businesses thrive. I would encourage everyone who is eligible to enter. Reaching the final is a huge achievement in itself that boasts accolades from businesses in the industry and your customers.” Kathryn then continued: “A win in any category at the NBWA allows you to stand out from the crowd and offers exceptional marketing and PR opportunities. Promoting the work these businesses do is extremely important.” To enter please visit: www. nbwawards.co.uk ‘Don’t miss out on free business mentoring’ is the call from Solent Partners to small and mediumsized enterprises (SMEs) in the Solent region looking to develop sustained growth and business resilience. Following the success of the Solent Business Mentoring Programme last year, Solent Partners is o ering 15 more local businesses in the Creative, Tech, Visitor Economy, Manufacturing sectors, and those looking to achieve Net Zero, a valuable opportunity to develop their skills. Emma May, Creative Director of Emmerse Studios, was delighted with her experience working with a creative mentor. She said: “It helped to have a second pair of eyes and ears on all the workings of business and especially those blind spots. What we were able to progress with through 12 hours of mentoring has helped me to change perspectives and act in areas I probably wouldn’t have if I was working alone. It’s also been beneficial learning from someone who understands what a creative business goes through, and hone in on key areas of growth, with positive results. The mentoring provided a sounding board and a sense of grounding when it came to new and exciting ideas and Expert Mentoring Offer Continued on page 61
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