The Inclusive Entrepreneurship Programme

Managing Director, The Zebra Partnership

A Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, a Global Goodwill Ambassador, and an advocate for women's rights, equality and diversity, Carol Ann is the Co-Founder of The Zebra Partnership. Founded in 2000, it is a boutique agency based in Manchester that brings together freelancers in the fields of campaigns, event management and publishing on a project by project basis here in the UK and overseas.

Pink Shoe Founder and President

Founder of award-winning business network Pink Shoe, Helene leads the UK Economic Blueprint for Women (UKEB) initiative, building partnerships with major organisations to boost the enterprise ecosystem, and working with a Taskforce to develop digital and practical solutions to scale women’s businesses.

T33 Wheelchair Racer Weir Archer & Ability Today Ambassador

One thing I have learnt this year is that no matter how long the journey takes it’s going to be worth it and that there’s always improvements to be made to enable the goals to become a reality “No mountain is ever too high”.

Founder, Ayesha Communications

Ayesha holds a BA Honours degree, a PGCE and Level 6 NVQ in BSL. She is a profoundly deaf native user of British Sign Language. She is also able to use English fluently and to a high level. She has 10 years' experience in delivering courses in deaf issues and BSL.

Owner, Glamsticks™

Glamsticks™ is not just a job or a hobby, it has been my saviour. A one stop shop for bespoke designer crutches, canes, walking sticks, wheelchair embellishments and accessories.. it is my inspiration to fight each day, even on the days when I am unable to get out of bed; to live life to the full and be truly grateful.

Founder, Director, Horizon Health Network

Aaron launched Horizon Health Network (HHN) in 2016 as a result of his own health, wellbeing and fitness journey with a desire to help, support and encourage people to discover, achieve and maintain a holistic, healthy, balanced life: body, soul (mind, emotions), and spirit, and then address three areas of health that impact an individual’s personal health: social, occupation and economic.

Co-Owner, Soundtrack Recording Studios

John is a co-owner of Soundtrack Recording Studios in New York City, which he co-founded with his partner, Robert Cavicchio, in 1978. Over those 40+ years, he has worn every hat to be found in the recording studio environment: musician, composer, producer, engineer, and executive. Today, Soundtrack is involved with every form of audio production.

Lyric tenor, composer, performing/recording artist, spiritual/civic leader, lecturer and World Peace Ambassador.

Manny is the Founder and President of Destination Peace International Inc. Its mission is to create harmony throughout the world by bringing people together regardless of religious affiliation or cultural differences through music, conflict resolution, peace curriculum and a universal language.

Manny has performed throughout the United States and Europe. The legendary talk show host, Larry King, compared him to a combination Caruso and Mel Tormé.

Principal, Market Accents

Noreen is the founder and principal of Market Accents, a London-based international strategic thought leadership, marketing and communications consultancy.

A strategist, thought leader, author, lecturer and marketing communications professional, Noreen is passionate about new technologies and how they enable and support markets, customer experiences and communications. She is also passionate about education for girls, and women’s economic empowerment and is involved in various charities and initiatives to open up markets.  

MWOTY Event Organiser

Ellen is an experieinced event organiser. With over 20 years’ experience, she has a wealth of event and award winning business knowledge.

She has a passion for the Liverpool City region and has been instrumental in assisting some of the largest organisations in the region with enterprise development and expansion strategy. She also organises one of the largest events to celebrate women’s achievements on Merseyside. https://merseysidewomenoftheyear.co.uk/

Founder, Beautiful Creator

Robert Winstanley set up Beautiful Creator to help the next generation to become the best of themselves. He specialises in inclusion.…”I look to remove barriers that an individual may have to face in order for them to live a fulfilled life. I started a life coaching company to use my vast skill set in supporting people to radically change their lives and views on the world.”