From pioneering entrepreneurs and community champions to creative innovators and business leaders, Cheshire is home to an inspiring group of women making a lasting impact across the county.
Join us as we celebrate the achievements, ambition and influence of the women helping to shape Cheshire’s communities, culture and economy today.
Carrie-Ann Sudlow: Sudlow Marketing
Sudlow Marketing is a UK digital marketing agency helping businesses grow through practical, results focused marketing. Founded by Carrie Ann Sudlow in 2008, the agency has built its reputation around honest advice, clear communication and marketing strategies designed to deliver measurable results.
The experienced in-house team provides SEO, Google Ads, social media management, marketing advice and other digital marketing services. Rather than outsourcing work or relying on a sales team, Sudlow Marketing keeps its expertise in house, giving clients direct access to people who understand their business and marketing goals.
With no long-term contracts or unnecessary jargon, Sudlow Marketing focuses on building lasting client relationships, improving online visibility, generating enquiries and helping businesses achieve sustainable, cost-effective growth through straightforward digital marketing.
Jo Milne: PALI Wirral
Established in 1999, PALI - Property and Land Information - is a multi-award-winning, national provider of conveyancing searches and software, supporting conveyancers and solicitors across Cheshire and nationwide. Led by directors Jo Milne, Nick Small and Malcolm Small, PALI combines innovative legal technology with award-winning customer service and high-quality conveyancing searches, helping conveyancers work efficiently without compromising on quality or compliance.
Its comprehensive offering spans search solutions, intelligent conveyancing quotation software, case management integrations, onboarding and AML services, indemnity policies, post-completion systems, and much more, supporting residential and commercial conveyancing teams. With an in-house IT development team, PALI continually evolves its software, combining technology, expertise and personal service to deliver solutions to suit clients' needs.
Web: paliltd.com
Christine Colbert: Dress Cheshire
Christine Colbert is the founder of Dress Cheshire, the Prestbury-based luxury resale boutique she launched in 2018. What began as one small shop has grown into a thriving multi-channel business, combining a physical boutique, e-commerce and live selling to give beautiful designer fashion a second life.
Christine has built Dress Cheshire through determination, instinct and a willingness to continually evolve. Along the way, the business has weathered Covid-19, a major fraud and two burglaries, yet each challenge has strengthened her resolve to keep moving forward.
Now 60, Christine is passionate about proving that ambition has no age limit. Her philosophy is simple: stay curious, embrace change and never be afraid to try something new. For Christine, success is not simply about growth; it is about creating something sustainable, resilient and genuinely loved.
Web: dresscheshire.com
Nicola Buck: Cheshire Cleaning Services Ltd
As manager and shareholder at Cheshire Cleaning Services, Nicola Buck plays a vital role in the day-to-day running and continued growth of the business, working closely alongside managing director Amanda Randall.
Nicola's journey within the company is one the team is incredibly proud of. Following years of loyalty, dedication and commitment, she was gifted shares in recognition of the invaluable role she has played in its success.
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From welfare and hoarding cleans to biohazard cleaning and supporting vulnerable clients through challenging circumstances, compassion is just as important as quality.
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Web: cheshirecleaning-services.com
Lisa Byrne: Tonic Consultancy
Lisa Byrne is the founder of Tonic Consultancy, a Cheshire-based marketing consultancy specialising in TV, radio, out-of-home, print and digital advertising. With more than 20 years' experience in media and marketing, Lisa works with businesses to develop effective strategies that build brands, connect with audiences and deliver growth.
Alongside Tonic, Lisa works on a consultancy basis with The Joshua Tree, a children's cancer charity that supports families through and beyond a childhood cancer diagnosis. Working across corporate partnerships and fundraising, she is helping the charity forge stronger relationships with the Cheshire and wider UK business communities and create new opportunities for support.
Passionate about bringing businesses and people together, Lisa is proud to use her commercial experience and connections to support an organisation making a real difference to local families.
Carla Brown: Oakmere Wealth
Oakmere Wealth believes financial planning should feel personal, purposeful and empowering. The company works with successful individuals, business owners and families who want clarity, confidence and control over their financial future.
The approach goes far beyond investments. The team take time to understand what truly matters to you, then build a clear, tailored plan to help you live the life you want, now and in the years ahead.
From retirement and tax planning to estate planning and protecting what matters most, we provide ongoing advice, support and reassurance at every stage.
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Web: oakmerewealth.co.uk
Sharon Sparrow: Wilson 55
Sharon has spent the past 17 years immersed in the world of auctions and is experienced across every area of the business. When her husband took over Wilson55 three years ago, she stepped into a bigger role helping to run it alongside him. Balancing family life with the demands of the business has been both challenging and incredibly rewarding. Her passion is jewellery and she loves meeting people, hearing the stories behind their treasured pieces and helping them discover their hidden value.
Sharon is currently studying for her diamond diploma with the Gemmological Association of Great Britain in London, having recently passed her diamond grading practical examination. Developing the auction house's jewellery department is something she finds incredibly rewarding and she is excited to continue building her knowledge and expertise.
Web: wilson55.com
Catherine Shaw: SNAP Life Ltd
Founded by Catherine Shaw from Wilmslow, SNAP Life grew from a deeply personal experience. After being diagnosed with osteoporosis in her early forties, Catherine was left shocked by the news and surprised by how little support there was to help her understand what came next.
That experience became the driving force behind SNAP Life: a dedicated bone health and longevity app designed to bring a fragmented journey into one place. It helps people understand their own bone health, track and monitor progress, and make practical daily changes around nutrition, movement, sleep, stress and lifestyle.
Catherine's purpose is clear: to simplify bone health, make support easier to access and give people the tools and confidence to take an active role in living well for longer.
Web: snaplife.co.uk
Destiny Katso: KidsKinetic
KidsKinetic is an independent therapy provider for children, dedicated to helping children and young people with SEND and additional needs reach their full potential. Working in partnership with families, schools and local authorities, the team delivers high-quality occupational therapy and speech and language therapy assessments and interventions tailored to each child's needs. This includes specialist support for sensory processing, communication, emotional regulation and functional independence.
The business is committed to providing timely, personalised support that helps children develop the skills, confidence and independence needed to thrive. Alongside direct therapy, the team equips parents, carers and educational professionals with practical, evidence-based strategies that can be embedded into everyday life. By working collaboratively and focusing on meaningful outcomes, KidsKinetic helps children maximise their potential and participate more confidently at home, in school and in their communities.
Web: kidskinetic.com
Lucy Hart: Sinclair Law
Lucy Hart, owner of Sinclair Law Solicitors, has a reputation for excellence in family law, combining outstanding legal expertise with exceptional client care. Recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, Lucy leads a team dedicated exclusively to family matters, guiding clients through divorce, financial settlements and child arrangements with compassion, discretion and professionalism. Her commitment to excellence is reflected in the firm's approach, ensuring clients receive practical advice and unwavering support during some of life's most challenging moments.
At the heart of Sinclair Law is a client-first philosophy, with every case handled sensitively, strategically and with a focus on achieving the best possible outcome. Under Lucy's leadership, the firm continues to set the standard for family law across Cheshire, delivering trusted advice and relationships built on confidence and care.
Web: sinclairlaw.co.uk
Helena Smith: Helena Smiths Interiors
Founded by interior designer Helena Smith, Helena Smith Interiors is a Cheshire-based studio specialising in interior architecture and design for substantial private residences. Drawing on 20 years of experience, including roles within leading international design studios, Helena brings the creativity, technical rigour and attention to detail associated with world-class hospitality and residential projects to every home.
The studio works with clients from the earliest stages of a renovation or new build, shaping spatial layouts, bespoke joinery, material palettes, furniture and finishing details into one cohesive vision. Rather than following short-lived trends, Helena creates thoughtful, timeless interiors that reflect how each client wants to live. Her ability to combine imaginative design with meticulous technical resolution ensures that every home is not only beautiful, but highly personal and designed to endure.
Web: helenasmith.uk
Elaine Thomas: Living Floors
Elaine Thomas leads Living Floors with the same dedication to quality and personal service that has defined the business since it was founded in 1997. Based in Chester, the independent, family-run company has spent nearly three decades helping homeowners across Cheshire transform their homes with expertly selected wood and luxury vinyl flooring. Elaine combines traditional craftsmanship with a modern eye for design, guiding clients through every step of the process, from choosing the right floor to professional installation.
Known for her attention to detail and deep product knowledge, Elaine ensures every project delivers both style and long-lasting performance. Her hands-on approach and commitment to customer care have made Living Floors a trusted name for homeowners seeking beautifully finished spaces, expert advice, and reliable local expertise throughout the Cheshire region today.
Web: living-floors.co.uk
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