GOING FOR GROWTH – WOMEN IN BUSINESS EVENT
For women who are serious about their business growth!
TUESDAY 19 NOVEMBER, 10am to 3pm, HOPE STREET HOTEL, LIVERPOOL
FAST TRACK YOUR SUCCESS
Scaling a business is thrilling and can elevate you to new heights, but it also presents challenges. Finding the right information and resources can be frustrating and time-consuming. Imagine having everything you need in one room!
This event is your chance to expand your network with trailblazers and decision-makers—women who share your high ambitions. You’ll gain actionable strategies, optimisation techniques, and invaluable advice. Don’t miss this opportunity to propel your business forward!
This event is perfect for women who are looking to take their business to the next level. Ideal for women seeking investment, expanding offerings, exporting abroad, finding partners, reaching new markets, boosting sales, enhancing leadership skills, and more! Meet industry experts, business growth specialists, decision makers & female founders who can help you to fast track your success.
Full Day Ticket £85
Member Price: £69
Expert £320
Member Price £275
Partner £1800
GUEST SPEAKER – CHRISTINE NICHOLS
CHRISTINE NICHOLS OF ATLANTIC PACIFIC GROUP
Christine Nichols is a dynamic leader whose influence in the business world continues to inspire women entrepreneurs globally. Recently honoured with the Outstanding Achievement Award, sponsored by NatWest at the Enterprise Vision Awards, Christine has made her mark as a driving force for gender equality and international trade. As the Co-Founder of Atlantic Pacific Global, her leadership was further recognised when her company received the King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade, a prestigious acknowledgment of her significant contributions to the global marketplace.
Nichols is more than just a business leader; she is a fierce advocate for gender parity, actively pushing for greater representation of women in leadership. Under her guidance, Atlantic Pacific Global boasts a 50% female board, setting an example for companies striving for diversity and inclusion. Christine’s commitment to elevating women within her industry has solidified her reputation as a game-changer and trailblazer, leading the way for others to follow.
At the Scale Up/Going for Growth event, Nichols will draw from her personal experiences as a self-starter and champion of women in business to share valuable insights into scaling companies and achieving sustainable growth. Her journey of resilience and determination, combined with her strategic approach to building diverse and effective leadership teams, offers key lessons for businesses looking to expand. Nichols will also speak to the challenges of navigating international markets, providing attendees with practical takeaways for scaling globally. Her inspirational story exemplifies how empowered leadership can drive both business success and societal change, making her a powerful voice for women in business.
PANEL TALK
Serial entrepreneur and double EVAS winner, Preeti Patel of Pro-Business Consulting is joining the panel. She helps MedTech and pharmaceutical businesses cut through the red tape to get their products into the healthcare system.
EVENT PARTNER
Helping small businesses find a way. The British Business Bank are the UK’s economic development bank and we are here to help your business find a way, with free financial tools and expert information. We’re experts in small business finance and we work with a broad range of partners to help businesses like yours, whether you’re a start-up, an established business or you’re looking to grow.
Delyth Edwards represents the British Business Bank’s UK Network in North West England as Senior Manager. She focuses on working closely with funding delivery partners, business development agencies and other organisations across the region to help the Bank to understand and overcome the challenges smaller businesses face in their access to finance journey, and to improve their access to financial support. Both Delyth and Vicky Mears will be on hand to answer your questions.
MEET THE EXPERTS
Schedule 1-on-1 sessions with top industry experts and business growth specialists. Get your questions answered and walk away with actionable advice, optimization techniques, and proven strategies.
- Funding / Investment
- Legals
- Innovation
- Sales and Marketing
- Importing / Exporting
- HR & Recruitment
- Skills / Resources
- Ecommerce and more
Connect with industry leaders to gain valuable insights.
Unlocking Possibilities provides award winning training & coaching specialising in NLP (neuro linguistic programming), helping ambitious and courageous business owners to unlock their potential by overcoming the ‘inside’ limits that are holding them back. Sarah Fletcher founder of Unlocking Possibilities and best selling author of ‘KISS Your Life’, is passionate about helping women to scale their business from the inside out. Running a successful business for 6 years she knows how hard it can be to keep going when the going gets tough, and how your mindset and energy are paramount in your business success. Sarah believes that your business is a reflection of you, and through learning how to lead yourself successfully from the ‘inside’ out, building a business and life of your dreams can be done with ease, joy, fun and abundance.
Meraki HR Solutions is an award winning, HR Consultancy that works with values based, people first business owners who are looking to grow and scale their business.
Emma Browning knows that to grow a business successfully, you need to recruit the right people, train and develop them so that they are performing at their best, and have a People Strategy which will ensure you can deliver your business goals! Meraki HR have years of experience of helping businesses to grow successfully and will make sure you have the right things in place to realise your growth plans.
But managing people on this growth journey can be challenging, and they’re also here to help you with those challenging conversations and situations too, via their HR Oxygen Service, which will help you to resolve your problems quickly and pragmatically, so that you can “breathe” and get on with managing your business.
Azets is a top 10 accountancy and business advisory firm and the largest regional business advisor to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK, delivering accounting, tax, audit, business and advisory services. With over 3,800 people across the UK office network, Azets are a people powered business delivering a range of accounting services, all with a personal approach.
Louise Shepherd heads up the team in the Bolton office for our Accounts and Business Advisory service line. As a senior manager at Azets, she leads a team of accountants and tax advisors who provide comprehensive and tailored services to SMEs across various sectors. She is a chartered accountant with over 10 years of experience in financial management, reporting, and analysis. Louise advises a wide range of businesses in the local area and is passionate about helping those businesses grow and achieve their maximum potential.
Louise leverages her expertise in accounting and tax solutions to advise them on strategic decisions and future plans that optimize their business performance and growth.
Zaidha Roscoe, founder of A Little Light Shine Coaching is an International Coaching Federation ACC Accredited Business and Personal coach with 18 years of independent business experience. Working with business owners and leaders who are audacious enough to want something better and courageous enough to do something about it, Zaidha takes a collaborative approach in creating bespoke coaching solutions that are uniquely right for you.
A passionate believer in the intrinsic brilliance of people and their capability to both conceive and achieve their ‘better’, Zaidha draws from a wide range of coaching knowledge, tools and disciplines to help you get really clarity on what it is you want, discover the wealth of ability and potential that is already there, dismantle the obstacles stopping you and put in place the little steps that lead to big growth and ultimately, transformation and change!
Ann Shirley of Intergen Financial Planning is dedicated to financial planning that revolves around you, your family, your business, and your goals. Their services include:
- Investment Planning: Strategies that align with your long-term growth objectives.
- Protection Planning: Tailored solutions to safeguard your family, business, and assets.
- Retirement Planning: Building a secure plan for the lifestyle you envision.
They’re committed to supporting women scaling their businesses, offering expert advice tailored to their unique financial needs, empowering them to make confident financial decisions for a prosperous future.
RTC is dedicated to empowering businesses across the North of England to innovate, compete, and grow. Their expert advisors have supported over 20,000 SMEs in commercialising new ideas and entering new markets. They offer hands-on support from concept development to manufacturing and scale-up, ensuring that businesses stay agile and competitive.
Their Approach:
- Innovate: Guiding businesses through change and nurturing ideas to drive innovation.
- Compete: Helping companies stay lean, focus on quality, and seize global opportunities.
- Grow: Providing strategic insights, international connections, and scalable models for long-term growth.
RTC is there to support your journey, offering the expertise and resources needed to make your ambitions a reality.
RTC North are currently running a Tendering Project in the Liverpool City Region, aiming to help businesses understand and capitalise on tendering opportunities. This initiative includes workshops and one-on-one support to guide companies through the procurement process, enhancing their ability to secure new contracts and drive growth. Steve Wilkinson will be on hand to answer your questions.
Greenarc is dedicated to helping businesses on their sustainable journey as they scale, providing expert guidance on low-carbon solutions. Led by Ben Duckworth, Commercial Director of Greenarc and a Director across three businesses in Low Carbon, Fuel, and Infrastructure, the company’s purpose is to “ease the world’s journey to clean energy.”
Ben, a strong advocate for collaboration and the principle of “Givers Gain,” will be exhibiting at our event, offering insights and solutions to support businesses in achieving their sustainability goals.
FW Capital specializes in flexible finance solutions to support SME businesses and property developers, offering tailored funding to help dynamic businesses grow.
Serving the North and South West of England and all of Wales, FW Capital provides loans from £100,000 to £2 million for expansion, growth, property development, and acquisitions. Caroline Turley and Carol Bolland will be available at our event to answer any questions and discuss how FW Capital can support your business journey.
More information on Experts coming soon.
Melissa Howard is joining us to capture photos of the day. Melissa of Capturing Curves is the go-to visual storyteller who makes sure your magic isn’t just seen, but felt. Passionate about empowering women with curves to step boldly in front of the camera, she captures the confidence that’s already there, turning it into marketing magic with photography, videography, and visual branding that doesn’t just stop the scroll—it demands attention. With clients spanning the UK’s top business festivals and events (😉), and press features, Melissa has a sixth sense for those unspoken moments that make a brand unforgettable. She creates visuals that don’t just sell—they let her clients see themselves as the powerhouses they are.
THE AGENDA
10.00 am Event opens, Refreshments and Freshly Baked Pastries, Networking
10.30 am Meet the Experts – 1 to 1 and impromptu sessions
11.45 am Morning session closes, Take seats for lunch
12.00 pm Lunch is served
1.30 pm Guest Speaker – Christine Nichols
2.00 pm Panel Discussion
2.45 pm Thanks and time to continue connecting
3.00 pm Event closes
THE VENUE
Hope Street Hotel sits handsomely in the heart of Liverpool’s Georgian neighbourhood near to the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Everyman Theatre and a plethora of university departments, independent restaurants and infamous public houses. Two magnificent cathedrals bookend Hope Street and all are within a short stroll from the hotel’s front door.
The hotel’s look is city chic with original features of pink Cheshire brick, iron pillars and pitch pine beams. The cherry and walnut bespoke furniture and solid oak and birch floors complement our favourite colour – white: crisp white, chalky white and plump snowy white are the essence that has made it the best city hotel in Liverpool.
LIMITED SPACES
GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP WEEK FOR WOMEN IN BUSINESS
Come and celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week and Women’s Entrepreneurship Day with Pink Link!
Ignite, foster, celebrate!
From November 18th to 24th, Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) will unite nations around the world to break down barriers and embrace inclusivity. We invite everyone to create an environment that fosters collaboration among entrepreneurs and their supporters. This event promotes learning, networking, and inspiration, igniting the entrepreneurial spirit worldwide.
Partner
Position your brand as a champion of female entrepreneurship, empowerment, and gender diversification and showcase your business!
- Exhibition Space and five tickets for lunch
- Host each table
- Logo on the website and signature for marketing
- Logo on Banners/ Presentation slides
- Panel Participation and Expert Sessions
- Follow Up email to share your information
Expert
Exhibitors – Share your expert knowledge with our audience. Offer individual appointments to advise and help attendees.
- Exhibition Space and two tickets for lunch
- Expert Sessions
- Follow Up email to share your information
- Limited to 9
Full Day
Make new connections and expand your network, discover new resources to scale up your business.
- Refreshments & Lunch
- Networking
- Sessions with the Experts
- Speaker & Panel Talk
Prices shown incl VAT