Women in business

Welcome to the Alumni Network Hub’s dedicated resources page for female entrepreneurs and leaders. Women face distinct challenges in the business world, from accessing funding to balancing responsibilities, and this space is designed to provide practical support. We recognise the unique experiences of female business owners and aim to offer tools, advice, and programmes tailored to empower you on your business journey.

Here, you’ll find a collection of support programmes, expert insights, and best practices, all geared towards helping female-led businesses thrive. Whether you’re seeking mentorship, guidance on scaling up, or ways to connect with fellow business leaders, this page is your hub for navigating and overcoming the challenges of today’s business landscape.

Articles

Navigating imposter syndrome in a male dominated industry

Pam Wilson has successfully navigated imposter syndrome to pave the way for women in construction.

Planning for innovation

Making a bigger impact on a smaller marketing budget

Eloquent Dance Studio’s long-term employee investment plan

How strategic exporting propelled Innerva’s growth

Building a passion-project into a fully-fledged business

Using data to expand your offering to clients

Government resources

Department for Business and Trade support and programmes for female-led businesses

Women’s International Networking programme

Designed to increase the participation of women-owned and led businesses in international trade and create opportunities for females to achieve economic empowerment.

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Invest in Women Hub

The Invest in Women Hub aims to support women-led businesses to start, grow and scale, with a specific focus on financial support.

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Invest in Women Taskforce

The core aim of the taskforce is to create a bespoke funding pot of more than £250m for female-powered businesses through private capital.

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Partner support for female-led businesses

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

Find help here if you don’t understand something about your tax through the HMRC helpline or the government’s self assessment tool.

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Women in Innovation Awards 2024/25

Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation, is offering up to 50 Women in Innovation Awards to women entrepreneurs within SMEs across the UK. The winners will receive a £75,000 grant and bespoke business support.

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Enterprise Nation: Entrepreneurial Women

We’ve partnered with TSB to provide ambitious female founders with access to inspiring events, relatable role models and inclusive business support.

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