A celebration of inspirational women has got underway in Bolton with a special networking lunch recently. SheInspires brought together distinguished judges, inspiring finalists, and esteemed guests before the red carpet event later this year. The lunch attracted around 100 people with the morning dedicated to the judging process for this year's awards following by a panel discussion comprising of Ray Hanks, Sue France, Gulnaz Brennan and Jackie Hyde.

Picture by Henry Lisowski Since its inception, the SheInspires Awards has been dedicated to shining a spotlight on women whose passion, dedication, and innovation inspire others and make a significant impact in their communities. Over the years, the prestigious event has celebrated countless stories of courage, leadership, and empowerment, continuing to build a legacy of recognising and fostering female excellence, both locally and globally. As of 2024, SheInspires has a presence in over 27 countries across all continents.

Gulnaz, who inspired the awards said: " The event paid special tribute to the dedicated panel of judges whose expertise and commitment ensure the integrity and fairness of the awards. A special acknowledgment was given to Jackie Hyde, whose unwavering support and meticulous attention to detail have been instrumental in maintaining the highest standards in the judging process. "In today’s world, networking is king and collaboration is queen.

The SheInspires Awards provide a unique platform for finalists and ju.