LINDSEY KANE – JOLT

We’re thrilled to have Lindsey Kane, CEO of JOLT, join us as part of our exciting event lineup. Lindsey is a trailblazing entrepreneur who has disrupted the longevity market with her innovative lifestyle brand and anti-aging supplement. Passionate about empowering women to embrace their confidence and live authentically, Lindsey’s session will inspire and motivate.

Join Diane Hannah as she shares the inspiring story behind Herdy, a brand that started as a Lake District-focused giftware business and grew into a globally loved lifestyle company. With over 500 products, ranging from homeware and accessories to soft toys and clothing, Herdy embodies social responsibility and charm.

Diane will delve into the entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the challenges, triumphs, and opportunities that shaped Herdy’s success. Discover how a brand dedicated to making “ewe smile” became a cherished name both locally and internationally.

Lisa Danielle, Founder of Beyond the Hashtag
Lisa Danielle is a TikTok visibility expert who helps service based female founders and business owners get seen, grow their audiences, and generate leads using TikTok.

As the founder of Beyond the Hashtag, Lisa shows her clients how to master TikTok authentically, cutting through the noise to connect with their ideal clients and build real engagement. With a no-nonsense, results-driven approach, Lisa turns TikTok into a lead generation machine for her clients.  If you’re ready to make TikTok your secret weapon for visibility and leads, Lisa is your girl!

Claire Hannah is a seasoned radio and TV journalist with 26 years’ experience, known for her dynamic voice on Granada Reports, ITV News, and 5 News. Inspired by Kate Adie at age 9, she began at Bolton radio—eventually leading news teams and nurturing talent before transitioning to TV and freelancing. Despite industry challenges, Claire has thrived—going viral after body-slamming a wrestler and now working as a freelance correspondent for 5 News across the North and Midlands, while hosting events, podcasting, and offering media training.

In her upcoming talk, Claire will share her personal journey and top tips for pitching to TV and radio. She’ll also highlight some of the most memorable stories she’s covered—like encountering an obnoxious celeb and reporting on major events over the past 26 years. For Claire, it’s always the people at the heart of every report that truly matter. Join her to learn how to amplify your voice and make a lasting impact.

Nicola Adam, Editor-in-Chief (North) for National World, leads major city titles and digital startups. With 20+ years in journalism – covering crime, writing award-winning columns, and appearing on Radio 4, 5 Live, Times Radio & Talk TV – she knows how to make an impact.

Discover how to become a key person of influence and get noticed in the media. Nicola will share insider tips on engaging with journalists, building your profile, and standing out in business.

Plus, hear about National World’s exciting new podcast for women in business!

Get ready for real talk, expert insights & game-changing advice!

The Ultimate Momentum for Your Business Growth: Connect with your vision and bring it to life.

In this workshop Bex Smith of Box Box Solutions will guide you through a practical challenge that will get you deeply connecting to all that passion, excitement, enthusiasm and those big ideas you’ve got for your business.

Once she’s got you connected to that, she’ll show you exactly how to create a plan that will guide you step-by-step to make that dream a reality.

Through this challenge, and her bespoke process, you’ll leave this masterclass feeling fired-up and inspired about your business journey, and with a roadmap showing you bit by bit, HOW you’ll do it.

This is a perfect mix of dreaming, big ideas, and practical tools that you can use straight away to make a difference in your business success.

Menopause in the Workplace

In today’s workforce, 8 out of 10 menopausal women remain employed, constituting the fastest-growing workplace demographic. Alarmingly, 1 out of 10 women contemplate resigning due to menopausal symptoms, with 1 in 10 actually leaving their positions. The potential loss of knowledge and experience from businesses is staggering. Moreover, 46% of these women keep their struggles hidden, fearing negative perceptions, while 41% worry about their abilities being questioned. This silent suffering demonstrates the need for knowledgeable managers. Discover how you can help and retain your valuable staff members through the menopause.

Join Alison Allen of Sparks HR, in her Menopause Masterclass to gain a deeper understanding of what menopause is, what changes are happening in your body and the symptoms to watch out for. Discover practical ways to manage symptoms, explore the support available and learn how to take steps now to improve your well-being and safeguard your long-term health and that of your team. This engaging session will provide valuable insights and tools to empower you on your menopause journey.

The Silent Killer: Understanding and Managing Your Blood Pressure

When was the last time you checked your blood pressure?

Every year, 4.6 million people experience a brain haemorrhage, with only 3 out of 5 surviving beyond one month. Shockingly, this number has remained unchanged for over 40 years and surpasses deaths from breast and lung cancer combined. High blood pressure, often undiagnosed in 50% of cases, is the leading cause of lifestyle-related brain haemorrhages and contributes to over 10 million deaths annually.

It’s time to change that.

In this insightful masterclass, Fiona Moss of the Natalie Kate Moss Trust reveals the vital connection between blood pressure and brain health. Learn simple, practical steps to manage your blood pressure, reduce risks, and protect yourself and your loved ones from preventable tragedies.

Let’s take action against the silent killer—before it’s too late.

Hormone hacking: the professional superpower women never knew they had!

Professional life can be tough – fast-paced, long hours, tricky clients, so many things to juggle… but did you know that your body is likely holding a tonne of untapped potential when it comes to productivity? In this masterclass, we’ll dive into the powerful connection between your mind and body, uncovering how hormonal fluctuations can influence your energy, focus and even time management, introducing you to the science-backed strategy of cycle syncing. This can transform how women of all ages experience the professional world around them and focuses on learning how to work WITH the natural peaks and troughs of your body, rather than fight against them. You’ll take away practical insights and actionable tools to optimise your performance, boost your well-being and feel more empowered than ever – so you can work smarter, not just harder!

Caroline Canty of Craft Coaching is a business and performance coach who helps ambitious business owners to scale up without burning out. A specialist in growth and commercial strategies, she’s passionate about supporting senior leaders in getting the most out of their teams and resources. From change adoption to growth mindset building, she guides teams in developing high-performance ways of working, whilst fostering a supportive “coaching culture” within the businesses she works with.

Don’t let the robots take over! Using AI without losing your soul

AI in marketing isn’t just about pumping out social media posts and emails – it’s a powerful tool that can help you nail your ideal customer profile, craft a killer value proposition, and even refine your ad strategy. But not all business owners use AI the same way. Some treat it like a lazy copy-paste button, others avoid it like a robot apocalypse, and others use it as a tool to support their business in ways they never imagined.

The reality is that AI isn’t going anywhere. And for small business owners who struggle with time and resources when it comes to their marketing, it’s a tool that you can’t ignore. In this masterclass, Mel Newton from Marketing Buddy explores three types of AI users, the do’s and don’ts of AI-powered marketing, and the beyond-content ways AI can support your marketing, without losing the authenticity and voice of your business.

Confidence to Content: Brand Photos & Reels as Reel as You Are

This is not just another “sit-and-listen” session. It’s hands-on, high-energy, and packed with practical outcomes. By the end, you’ll:

✔️Know the 3 must-have visuals every business owner needs to build trust and instant credibility online (and it’s not what you think!)
✔️Learn simple, insider hacks to create these visuals without a full production team.

Discover the tools, confidence, and energy to step into the spotlight and start creating content that turns heads in a mini masterclass that packs a punch! 

Melissa Howard of Capturing Curves with Melissa is the go to visual storyteller who captures and amplifies your magic. Passionate about empowering women with curves to step confidently in front of the camera, she creates photography, videography, and visual branding that turns confidence into compelling content. With experience capturing the UK’s biggest business events and features in the press, Melissa has a talent for spotting the magic moments others miss—behind the scenes, on stage, and in the connections that make a brand unforgettable. Her work doesn’t just tell your story; it empowers you to own it. And wherever Melissa goes, she leaves the room brighter.

An Empowered State of Mind! 

In this short & highly effective Elemental Leadership® session with Amanda Green, you will be guided through an exercise to radically transform your mindset around a current business challenge!  

Everything begins in the mind & Amanda Green will show you exactly how that works with a new way of thinking, perceiving & believing.  

Amanda Green is a seasoned Transformation Coach & Facilitator with a mission to bring more Spiritual Intelligence to the world for the empowerment of those who want to grow beyond old paradigms & embrace prosperity consciousness. Freedom is an inner game!  

Optimise how you look, feel, and perform

Join Rachael Parkinson of FSF Coaching for an eye-opening workshop on achieving success by fueling your body the right way—no restrictive diets, no exhausting workout routines. Learn how to eat for energy, build strength, and feel your best, so you can perform at your peak in business and life.

Say goodbye to quick fixes and hello to a sustainable, empowering approach to health and success!

The Book Within You!

Have a book inside you but not sure where to start? Dawn Bramwell, a successful and beloved author, is here to help!

She believes in your story and knows you can write it. You have the ideas and she has the experience. Together we can make this happen. Join Dawn for an introductory talk on becoming a writer and take the first step toward making your book a reality!

Niomie Haynes is the commercial manager at the North West Cyber Resilience Centre. Supporting small businesses that often lack the resources and expertise to defend against cyber threats.

Cybercrime poses a significant risk to SMEs, with financial losses, reputational damage, and operational disruption becoming all too common. This session will explore the impact of cybercrime on small businesses and practical strategies for reducing these risks.

Prevent Breast Cancer is the only UK charity entirely dedicated to the prediction and prevention of breast cancer – they’re committed to freeing the world from the disease altogether. Unlike many cancer charities, they’re focused on preventing, rather than curing. Promoting early diagnosis, screening, and lifestyle changes, they believe we can stop the problem before it starts. And being situated at the only breast cancer prevention centre in the UK, they’re right at the front-line in the fight against the disease. In this session, you will be able to feel the different types of lumps in the demonstration model.

Take time out for yourself, learn a new skill and enjoy the creative process. In this creative workshop with Amy Gunawan, she will take you through the steps to make your very own willow heart using a free-style ‘scribble’ weave technique.
Amy Gunawan, a Lancaster based willow weaver, she runs workshops locally teaching basket making and decorative courses as well. Her workshops offer people a space to take time out from their busy lives, to enjoy the creative process and be in the present moment.  I really enjoy and want to share the sensory experience of willow weaving, the rustic textures, the smell of the willow and the sound of the rods rustling together as we weave. 

Sukanya Nallaiah will be capturing the energy of event for a special – Sukany4 podcast episode! Expect insightful conversations, powerful stories, who knows, you might even be featured!

PANEL TALK – Beyond Balance: Integrating Financial, Emotional, Mental, and Physical Wellness for Women

Success isn’t just about business – it’s about well-being in every aspect of life. This panel will explore how financial planning, emotional resilience, and a healthy mind and body contribute to clarity, creativity, and long-term success. From preparing for life’s uncertainties to managing stress and achieving work-life balance, our experts will share practical strategies to help women thrive personally and professionally.

Join the conversation and take the first step toward a more balanced, empowered you!

Charlotte Tattersall
Brewin Dolphin

Michaela Irving
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Aimee Heaton
Ready Aim Succeed Coaching

Fiona Moss
Natalie Kate Moss Trust

Beth Mason
Move Me Happy