04-06-2025
Hamilton agency backs female founders with new support
Starting on Thursday, June 5, Inspirent's 'Women Can Grow Community' will provide monthly peer support to Glasgow and Lanarkshire's female business owners who are keen to advance their enterprises.
The initiative follows the success of the Pathways Women Can Grow programme, a three-month practical support programme, funded by Holyrood, which was designed to tackle the challenges faced by early-stage and pre-start female entrepreneurs.
It provided practical knowledge, guidance, and a strong support network.
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Liz McCutcheon, chief executive of Inspirent, said: "Following the success of Inspirent's Women Can Grow programme for female-led start-ups, I knew it was vital to build on the momentum generated by the commitment and passion of the women involved.
"Almost to a woman, they said the experience had been life-changing.
"Their energy and determination deserve to be nurtured and channelled, ensuring they continue to access the practical support and invaluable peer networks they have developed."
The community is open to all female business owners in Glasgow and Lanarkshire.
It will host an opening event at the voco Grand Central Hotel, followed each month by a combination of practical support tailored to different business elements.
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Ms McCutcheon added: "We want them to stay connected, supported and inspired.
"We are genuinely excited about the journey ahead and the potential for these talented businesswomen to flourish and take their enterprises to the next level.
"These women are so impressive, I have no doubt that strong female leaders will come out of this.
"Our plan is to grow the numbers in time, with all female business owners welcome to join our community, enhancing the networking opportunity."
