Today is International Women’s Day, a global celebration of the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future.
Currently there are an estimated one million female entrepreneurs in the UK, creating an impressive combined turnover of about £4.4billion. JK Rowling, the multi millionaire owner of Harry Potter, the late Dame Anita Roddick, successful founder of the international chain The Body Shop, Martha Lane Fox founder of Lastminute.com, and Deborah Meaden multi millionaire founder of Stefanel fashion franchise are just a few of the Uk’s very own exceptional female entrepreneurs.
This year’s theme of equal rights, opportunities and progress resonates well with the support that women need to succeed in the entrepreneurial business world. Barriers such as access to finance and childcare support that prevent women from joining the business world need to be removed and start up support,that all enterprises require, should be encouraged.
Small business women are already playing a key role in keeping the British economy running smoothly, creating local employment and growing the UK’s British business landscape. What is needed now is for more women to take the plunge and bring their ideas to life.
So today, let’s recognise and commend our fellow female entrepreneurs and encourage more and more to flex their business muscles in the future.
It would be great to hear peoples thoughts on what Women entrepreneurs would like to see in terms of support in order to be successful. Join the discussion and let us know what you think.
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