The region’s leading businesswomen were honoured at the Enterprise Vision Award ceremony held at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens.

Over 650 guests attended the events to recognise the successes and achievements of the North West's female entrepreneurs. Entertainment was provided by Hayley and Geno Eccles, saxophonist Grace McDonald and games courtesy of Odin Events. This was accompanied by a delicious banquet dinner by Campbell and Rowley and a glittering awards ceremony hosted by Rosie Dummer of C4's Extreme Cake Makers which honoured the region's trailblazers.

The EVAS are the largest and most impressive business awards dedicated solely to women outside London.

The awards champion women in business and shine a spotlight on their enterprise and innovation. From home workers to CEOs of multi-national companies, the awards empower women and encourage others to fulfil their aspirations.

Coral Horn, the founder of the EVAS said: The EVAs spread an inspirational message that women of all ages can be successful entrepreneurs. Each year, the EVAs gets bigger and better. This year these talented women made it harder than ever for the judges who were impressed by their passion, determination and zeal.'