Herald - Issue 463

v THE NEXT HERALD IS OUT ON 3RD OCTOBER v Page 68 • The HERALD • 12th September 2024 Helen Sparks Mortgages & Financial Services Offering professional advice since 1985 Mortgages Residential Life Time Equity Release Buy to Let – first time landlords Property Portfolios Help to Buy Insurance Buildings & Contents Insurance Life Assurance Critical Illness Income Protection YOUR PROPERTY MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS This firm usually charges a fee for mortgage advice. The amount of the fee will depend upon your circumstances and will be discussed and agreed with you at the earliest opportunity. Some forms of buy to let mortgage are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. 023 8084 4108 enquiries@helensparks.com Helen Goodall T/A Helen Sparks Mortgages & Financial Services is an appointed representative of PRIMIS Mortgage Network, a trading name of First Complete Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority ASK A PROFESSIONAL Collaboration Inspires Regional Support for Women in Maritime Maritime UK Solent (MUKS) has announced a strategic partnership with the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA) to support and celebrate women in the region’s maritime industry. The partnership looks to lead, champion, and grow the maritime sector by promoting gender diversity and inclusivity. Anne-Marie Mounti eld, Chair of Maritime UK Solent, said: “We are excited to partner with WISTA in our joint mission to support women in maritime. This collaboration marks a significant step towards encouraging more women to enter this dynamic industry and to promote the pathways available for them to enter the maritime sector. Women in leadership roles are making a significant impact, and it is important that the sector continues to attract the talent it needs for success and that we promote the pathways available for women in maritime.” WISTA, who is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, is an international networking organisation with a mission to attract and support women at the management level in the maritime, trading, and logistics sectors. e partnership will focus on: • Promoting career pathways for women • Celebrating women in maritime • Networking opportunities Speaking about the collaboration, WISTA UK President Monica Kohli said: “WISTA UK and Maritime UK Solent’s first social gathering in July was a fantastic opportunity for our members to connect, share insights, and celebrate together. We look forward to our collaboration and to the strong community we continue to build together. As WISTA celebrates its 50th anniversary, we celebrate the progress we have made and recognise the work that still needs to be done.” For more information about the partnership and upcoming events, please visit: www. muksolent.com and www.wistainternational.com MUKS and WISTA are on a joint mission to support women in the maritime industry

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