Three female entrepreneurs give advice on running a business, discuss achievements, and share the challenges they face as female business owners.

Lunch and Learn: Top tips from female founders

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In this webinar, an International Women's Day special, we have an extended panel discussion with three female business founders. Hear the panel's top tips on running your own business, their achievements and challenges, and guidance on how to get started as a female in business.

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Three female entrepreneurs share their expertise on starting a business and how to overcome common challenges.

I&apos;m a <a href=&apos;https://danmartinuk.com/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>freelance journalist and event host</a> who helps small businesses and the organisations that support them. I&apos;m also Enterprise Nation&apos;s news reporter and Bristol Local Leader.
I have 20 years of experience as a small business journalist having interviewed hundreds of entrepreneurs from famous names like Sir Richard Branson and Deborah Meaden to the founders behind brand new start-ups.
I&apos;ve worked for a range of leading small business publications and support groups, most recently as head of content at Enterprise Nation where I was responsible for the prolific output of content on the company&apos;s blog and social media. I now freelance for Enterprise Nation as the website&apos;s <a href=&apos;https://www.enterprisenation.com/business-news&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>news reporter</a> and as the host of the <a href=&apos;https://www.enterprisenation.com/podcast&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Small Business sessions podcast</a>.
I&apos;m based in Bristol where I run and host regular events with the local small business community in my role as Enterprise Nation&apos;s Local Leader for Bristol. I also have strong connections with other major business organisations in the south west region.
In total, I&apos;ve hosted over 100 events including conferences with an audience of hundreds for international brands like Xero and Facebook and live web chats from inside 10 Downing Street.
With my partner, I co-run <a href=&apos;https://www.lifestyledistrict.co.uk/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Lifestyle District</a>, a lifestyle blog focused on culture, art, theatre and photography.

Freelance content creator & event host

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Recognised as one of the Top 50 Business Advisors in the UK by Enterprise Nation for three years running, I put individuals at the heart of my approach focusing on the application of knowledge, rather than just the acquisition of yet more knowledge.
Co-Founder of HUM4NS and Scale Acceleration Manager across the Midlands, South West and Wales for NatWest; I help business owners and entrepreneurs develop their leadership capabilities, self-awareness and confidence to overcome barriers and build successful businesses, whilst enabling them to live happier, healthier, smarter and kinder lives.
A former teacher with a Postgraduate Certificate in Education and a Masters Degree in Professional development, combined with over a decade of hands on leadership and management experience, I specialize in building the bridge between knowing what you should do and actually doing it.

Cofounder, Business Coach, Consultant and Trustee

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Are you keen to see your cutting-edge tech ideas come to life? You&apos;re in the right place!
Hey there! I’m Mardien, the Founder of Today Consultancy Ltd.
I founded this consultancy because I noticed something troubling: many businesses struggle to bring their digital and data products to market successfully. They often lack the specific expertise or resources needed, and hiring full-time isn&apos;t always the solution.
That’s where Today Consultancy Ltd steps in. 
With nearly two decades in market research and over 12 years specializing in digital solutions, apps, and data products, I&apos;ve learned how to turn ideas into reality. My dedication to industry standards is evident in my contributions to initiatives like the Market Research Society’s Data Quality program.
At Today Consultancy Ltd, we&apos;re here to help your business thrive in the digital world.
We specialise in guiding businesses through the process of building commercially successful digital and data products. 
From validating your idea to crafting top-notch digital solutions, we&apos;ve got you covered.
Whether it&apos;s apps, dashboards, bots, or anything in between, we have the skills and experience to bring your vision to life.
And that’s not all! 
We&apos;ll even handle tasks like designing your website and managing your SEO, ensuring your new digital venture gets the attention it deserves.
Don&apos;t let your ideas gather dust. We are here to help you turn them into reality.
Imagine a future where your company’s digital products aren’t just surviving, but thriving.
Did you know that a staggering 95% of new digital products launched each year fail? Why?
Because they lack a clear strategy and direction. To avoid becoming part of that statistic, you need:
- A solid product strategy aligned with your company&apos;s goals.
- A roadmap that incorporates feedback from your team and customers.
- A digital product that keeps customers coming back for more.
- A plan to create an environment where your product can grow.
- A strategy to maximize your assets, whether it&apos;s data or technology tools, for increased efficiency and revenue.
Stop worrying about the direction of your product. Let us guide you from idea to revenue.
Let’s work together to bring your innovative ideas to life, starting Today.

Founder and Lead Consultant

Mardien Drew

Are you keen to see your cutting-edge tech ideas come to life? You&apos;re in the right place!
Hey there! I’m Mardien, the Founder of Today Consultancy Ltd.
I founded this consultancy because I noticed something troubling: many businesses struggle to bring their digital and data products to market successfully. They often lack the specific expertise or resources needed, and hiring full-time isn&apos;t always the solution.
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