# Event Details - **Event Name**: Making it Happen: Women in Enterprise - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 pm - **Event Description**: A morning of panel conversation with four thriving female-founded Leeds business owners followed by networkingAbout this EventDid you know that in 2025 there were just 21 women chief executive officers (CEOs) at FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies in the UK? National Women’s Enterprise Week seeks to challenge that and we in BIPC Leeds are on board. Join us for a morning of conversation with four thriving female-founded Leeds businesses, followed by a fantastic opportunity to network with other Leeds entrepreneurs on the wild ride that is founding your own business.Schedule:10:00: Arrival – tea, coffee, refreshments10:25: Welcome – BIPC Leeds Team10:30: Panel Q&A: Engage with local superstar entrepreneurs:Mel Blackwood, founder of Skate SanctuaryChloe Mead, founder of FlingKatie Geddes, founder of The Dance StudioLouise Askin, founder of Lavender & Twine11:30: Networking: Connect with fellow entrepreneurs from aspiring to thrivingThe Librarian team will be on-hand if you’d like to discuss how the Business and IP Centre Leeds can help you start, develop or elevate your own business.If you have any questions about the morning, please do not hesitate to contact the team at bipcleeds@leeds.gov.uk.-After you have attended one of our events we ask that you complete a short feedback form.For information about how the British Library will use your personal data, you can view our Privacy Policy at https://www.bl.uk/about-us/privacy-policyFor information about how Business & IP Leeds will use your personal data, you can view our privacy policy at: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/privacy-statement/privacy-noticeFor information about how Business & IP Leeds will use your personal data, you can view our privacy policy at: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/privacy-statement/privacy-notice - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leeds/making-it-happen-women-in-enterprise/100001989599385320 - **Event Categories**: business, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes - Location: Business and IP Centre Leeds - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Leeds - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Business and IP Centre Leeds - **lat**: 53.8001878 - **long**: -1.5486316 - **full address**: Business and IP Centre Leeds, Leeds Central library, Leeds, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Making it Happen: Women in Enterprise - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/988b9d74f28496a50d651d924a021cf33dbce4e78e9f37ac537f44756203622d-rimg-w1200-h605-dc8a9090-gmir.png?v=1779293052 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Making it Happen: Women in Enterprise being held? - **A:** Making it Happen: Women in Enterprise takes place on Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 pm at Business and IP Centre Leeds, Leeds Central library, Leeds, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Making it Happen: Women in Enterprise? - **A:** Making it Happen: Women in Enterprise is organized by Business & IP Centre Leeds. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Making it Happen: Women in Enterprise is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Leeds, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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