Northwest Women’s Enterprise Forum
2008 Prospectus
The Regional Picture on Women’s Enterprise Regional Here is an overview of the current Northwest programme of activity: • Advocates - 5 Women’s Enterprise Advocates in the region. An active vocal presence in each of our sub-regions, they promote the benefits of women’s enterprise and help to develop a positive climate • Women’s Enterprise Ambassadors - Part of a national campaign that brings together female entrepreneurs to act as role models and champion women’s enterprise. There are more than 150 Ambassadors who meet quarterly and are committed to inspiring others to embark on their own enterprising journey • Regional pilot of a virtual women’s business centre, NWDA will be one of 4 RDA’s piloting the women’s business centre model set out in the Government’s Enterprise Strategy • Regional Women in Business Awards - March 2008 saw the launch of the first ever regional Women in Business Awards. The event was attended by some of the Northwest’s leading, talented female entrepreneurs, regional stakeholders and partners and the media. This is now a highlight in the business calendar