Local entrepreneur celebrated at International Women’s Day House of Lords event

Julie Begbie founder of Happy Side Hustle attended a special International Women’s Day reception at the House of Lords last Friday, recognising her strong contribution to entrepreneurship. Julie, whose business helps sales-averse small business owners to love sales and marketing so they can create their dream lives, joined inspirational female founders from across the UK who have been selected for Small Business Britain’s annual #iAlso100 line-up.Forming part of Small Business Britain’s f:Entrepreneur campaign, the #iAlso100 champions the unique impact of multi-achieving female business owners, who lead purpose-driven businesses and support their communities along the way through volunteering, mentoring, and other community initiatives.

Julie was named as one of ƒ:Entrepreneur’s ’iAlso100’ this year in recognition of her impressive entrepreneurial journey, which has involved running a business alongside a roster of other responsibilities. Julie’s day job is as a Business Psychologist and as well as also running Happy Side Hustle, she runs Theta Jewellery.

Julie said, “I am beyond excited to be recognised as one of the 100 most inspiring female entrepreneurs and to have the opportunity to meet 99 other amazing women at the House of Lords was incredible.”

The event showcased the powerful contribution of female entrepreneurs to the UK economy, society, and communities. Julie enjoyed afternoon tea and networking in Westminster, meeting other founders from across the country, as well as special guests which included a group of young female founders working with The Prince’s Trust. Grace Graham, Trust ambassador founder of Work Spa also gave a powerful guest speech on the importance of International Women’s Day.

Julie Begbie Celebrated as one of the 100 Most Inspiring Female Entrepreneurs at the House of Lords

Delivered by Small Business Britain—the leading champion of small businesses in the UK—f:Entrepreneur campaign was launched in 2017 to highlight the stories of amazing female business owners and help provide inspiration and role models across the wider small business community. Now in its eighth year, the campaign reflects how female entrepreneurs continue to thrive in the UK despite the challenges of the past years, with many scaling or starting new ventures.

“Women are starting businesses in greater numbers than ever and making an essential contribution to our economy, so it is vital that we celebrate and support this,” said Michelle Ovens CBE, founder of Small Business Britain and the ƒ:Entrepreneur campaign.“So much has been thrown at women running businesses over the past few years and they have fought back with impressive resilience. This event underlines the importance of nurturing female entrepreneurship so it continues to flourish in the UK, playing a key role in driving growth and recovery. It was fantastic to have amazing women like Julie join us to recognise their special value and impact.”

To see the full line-up of the 100 amazing women featured in this year’s f:Entrepreneur #IAlso100campaign visit https://f-entrepreneur.com/ialso-100-2024/.

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