Semi finalist announcement news release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
West Country Women Awards Announces Semi-Finalists at Somerset County Cricket Club
Taunton, 26th September 2023.
The West Country Women Awards, the prestigious organisationcelebrating and recognising the exceptional achievements of women from Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, and Dorset, proudly announced the semi-finalists for 2023 at a sold-out event held on Tuesday at Somerset County Cricket Club.
The event was attended by more than 100 distinguished guests, including representatives from the four counties and the esteemed sponsors.
The West Country Women Awards aim to shine a spotlight on the remarkable contributions made by women across various fields and industries, acknowledging their hard work, determination, and dedication.
This year's semi-finalists have demonstrated outstanding excellence in their respective categories, embodying the spirit of empowerment and inspiring others.
The event at Somerset County Cricket Club brought together a diverse group of influential individuals, including entrepreneurs, innovators, community leaders, and trailblazers, all committed to celebrating the accomplishments of women in the West Country.
Included in the announcement were the winners of the Devon Women in Business Awards who will be considered alongside the semi finalists as part of a collaborative partnership between the two organisations with the same objective to empower and support women in business.
"We are thrilled to announce the semi-finalists for the West Country Women Awards. These women have achieved remarkable milestones and have positively impacted their communities. Their stories are truly inspiring, and we are proud to honour and recognise their accomplishments," said Tess Stuber, Co-Director of the West Country Women Awards CIC.
Each semi-finalist was carefully selected by a panel of judges, who reviewed a record number of nominations from a wide range of sectors.
The judges faced the challenging task of shortlisting the most deserving candidates, considering the exceptional achievements, leadership qualities and positive influence demonstrated by each nominee.
Alexis Bowater OBE, co-founder of The West Country Women Awards said: "It has been another wonderful day of celebration and networking, meeting nominees and sponsors. We could not do this without the exceptional support of people like our Headline Sponsor Plymouth Citybus and Headline Production Sponsor PL1 Events as well as all of our category sponsors who have generously supported these awards and made it possible to recognise the achievements of women in the region.
"Their commitment to supporting women and promoting gender equality is absolutely outstanding, and their partnership is invaluable in making the awards a resounding success."
The West Country Women Awards will hold the finalists' announcement on October 30th at Powderham Castle in Devon and the winners will be announced at a glitteringgala ceremonyin Plymouth on December 1st, where the ultimate winners in each category will be honoured.
The Semi finalists 2023 in the 16 categories are:
Women in Tech.
- Sponsored by Msubs Ltd
Amber Amare | Amber Amare Films |
Lizzie Ginbey | Teapot Creative |
Theresa Benson | Adopstar |
Katherine George | Oh So Social |
Hannah Rowe | Rowe IT |
Hayley Smith | Myriad Services |
Marina Hoole | Imployable |
The Combating Violence Against Women and Girls Award.
- Sponsored by The office of the Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly
Dawn Dines | Stamp Out Spiking |
Jeanie Lynch | CoLab Exeter |
Lynn McKenzie | Ahimsa |
Mel Sevieri | Trevi |
Michele Thornbery | NHS Devon ICB |
Sarah Dangar | Sarah Dangar Consultancy |
The Women in Stem Award
- Sponsored by Real Ideas
Jan Peters | Katalytik |
Bryony Halliday | Wheal Jane Consultancy |
Jannice Jones | Soulful Scientist |
Kateryna Omelchuk | Imerys British Lithium |
Leanne Moore | University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust |
Jessica Williams | Stantec UK |
The Green Business Awards
- Sponsored by LHC Design
Avril Greenaway | Cleaner Seas Group |
Becky Wright | New Leaf Life Design |
Brittany Harris | Qualis Flow |
Claire Wallerstein and Bryony Stokes | Cornwall Climate Care |
Emma Lower | Lendology CIC |
Kate Doran | Flotsam Flo |
Rachael Whitson | Absolute PR and Marketing |
The Entrepreneur of the Year Award
- Sponsored by Continuum
Brittany Harris | Qualis Flow |
Claire Robinson | Extra Help |
Emily Harrison | Pebble Brook Clinic |
Gina Farrow | Metal Designs by Gina |
Natalie Temple | Peaky Digital |
Samantha Jackman | Boost Innovations |
Karen Hagenow | The Posh Bits Company |
The Phoenix Award
- Sponsored by Michael Spiers Jewellers
Jeanette Brown | More Positive Me |
Kerry Whincup | Cornwall Council |
Jan Ford | The Loving Abductor |
Wendy Turner | Everyone Needs A Wendy |
Nicci Simpson | Devon Eco Boutique |
Louisa Willcox | Louisa Willcox Money Strategist |
The Small Business of the Year Award
- Sponsored by Somerset Council
Wenna and Pippa Hicks | The Barn at Pengelly |
Donna Barnes | Kintota |
Verona Cocks | Paddle & Cocks |
Caroline Whitehead | Calancombe Estate |
Lucy Kemp | Lucy Kemp Jewellery |
Theresa Benson | Adopstar |
Joanne Manville | Joanne Manville Virtual Assistance |
Women in Property and Construction
- Sponsored by Ian Williams Ltd.
Glayne Price | LHC Design |
Emily Drake | Tusker Industrial Safety |
Emma Sueref | Coreus Group |
Kathy Trist | Everys |
Laura Lamb | Clever Student Lets |
Danielle Hill | Collaton Safety |
Poppy Jakes | Poppy Jakes Photography |
The Employee of the Year Award
- Sponsored by Womble Bond Dickinson, Plymouth
Emma Hewitt | Plymouth City Council |
Morven Maclean | Building Plymouth |
Rhea Crighton | Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust |
Hannah Hill | More Positive Me CIC |
Charlotte Gibbens | Clear |
Deborah Stanyon | Porlock Vale Tourist Association |
Maddie Holland | Educated Recruitment |
The Women in Charity Award
- Sponsored by Lifeworks
Anna Corbett | Transformation CPR |
Dina Holder | The Women's Centre Cornwall |
Emma Murphy | Stanley Beau Foundation |
Iris Billing | Tanya's Courage Trust |
Nicola Nurrish | Marbles Lost and Found CIC |
Jenny Adjene | Gifted Women |
Joanna Gorniak | Street Factory |
The Inspirational Leader Award
- Sponsored by The Franchise Consultant
Emily Tisshaw | Georgia's Voice |
Sherilee Green | Empower Core Programs |
Barbara Kaczorowska | Neighbourhood Care |
Iris Billing | Tanya's Courage Trust |
Faye Edwardes | Positive Mindset |
Coral Jonas | Dartmoor Zoological Society |
Sarah Jane Williamson | Mare and Foal Sanctuary |
The Women in Food and Drink Award
- Sponsored by Ocean View at The Dome, Plymouth
Randa Abdullah Hucker | Hullabaloos Lemonade |
Beth Ashfield and Andrea Broadhurst
| Coldharbour Field Kitchen |
Maddie Beaumont | The Cotley Inn |
Caroline Whitehead | Calancombe Estate |
Nat Tallents | The Lost Gardens of Heligan |
Samantha Miller & Jane Baxter | Wild Artichokes |
The Best Supporting Act
- Judged by Genius Events
Lyn Paxman | EvolveYou |
Sherilee Green | Empower Core Programs CIC |
Dawn Dines | Stamp Out Spiking |
Katherine Dyer | The Pocket Strategist |
Janette Owen | Stiltskin Arts |
Angela Rimmer | Angela Consulting |
Nikita Dixon | Story Sense |
The Women in Sport Award
- Judges by Wollens
Emilie Perring | Plymouth Cheerleaders |
Lexi Chambers | Exeter |
Rebecca McWass | Plymouth |
Sally Orange | Dorset |
Susan Howell | Exeter Harriers |
Tors Froud | Making Waves |
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About West Country Women Awards:
The West Country Women Awards CIC is a prestigious platform that celebrates and recognises the exceptional achievements of women in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, and Dorset. By highlighting their accomplishments, the awards aim to inspire and empower women, promoting gender equality and fostering a culture of success.