Committee and volunteers

I have had the great privilege of being involved in the Cheshire Woman Award since 1991.  It’s been an honour to watch it grow and develop with the commitment and support of successive committee members.  I’m often asked why I have been involved for so long, particularly during the years when I had a demanding career and family commitments.  I followed a professional career (in public health) because I believe the world can be and should be a better place.   CWA recognizes women who make the world a better place and being part of that, making it happen, is for me the magic of CWA.

 I’m looking forward to celebrating forty years in 2025 with a creative, innovative social media savvy, committee.   I’m absolutely confident that this unique event will continue to be one of the best and most inclusive events in Cheshire.

I have worked in the voluntary and healthcare sectors for over 30 years and was delighted to be asked to join the committee in 2022. The committee is full of dedicated women – balancing jobs, families and busy lives giving their time freely to recognise and celebrate the accomplishments of women from all walks of life. It is truly a privilege to be able to contribute in a meaningful way to this special event – learning so much about the unsung heroes who make an immeasurable difference to people’s lives in their communities, as well as raising funds for the valuable work the NSPCC provide across our region.

I have been a member of the Committee since 2017.  I have the back-office function of Treasurer and Secretary, which keeps me on my toes!   The committee is a group of like-minded fabulous women who volunteer their time to this event, each bringing their own gifts and skills to the table.

For me, the Cheshire Woman Award is a truly humbling and inspirational event with many fantastic women in the one space.  Their stories spark hope, courage and determination, with lots of laughs too.

NSPCC is our nominated charity and pivotal in our funding raising efforts that we do all year round.

I am passionate about empowering women and The Cheshire Woman Award provides that platform.

Since joining the Cheshire Woman Award committee in September 2023, I’ve felt incredibly honoured to contribute to a cause that celebrates the remarkable women of our region.

This role has given me the opportunity to support and recognise those who lead with courage, compassion and commitment—values that sit at the heart of the award and mirror much of what matters to me personally.

While my background involves coaching and building my own community which supports women through various stages of life, my involvement in the award is first and foremost about collective celebration—creating space for stories to be seen, voices to be heard, and achievements to be shared.

Working alongside such a thoughtful and inspiring group of committee members has been a privilege, and the connection to the NSPCC’s work brings an even deeper sense of purpose to our shared mission.

I had  the great privilege of being awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Cheshire Woman Awards’ 2024. Meeting so many wonderful women and seeing the impact of the awards, inspired me to get involved. I have followed a professional career (in Further and Higher Education) for over 35 years and, now semi-retired, I also hold a portfolio of non-executive, voluntary and trustee roles, including CWA.

I am passionate about supporting and encouraging women to aspire and achieve. Through the work of CWA I can make a contribution to recognising the exceptional women who make a difference in our community and I look forward to meeting them at this special event to celebrate their success.

I have been involved with Cheshire Woman Awards since 2010 and each year I love it even more. For me it is all about being able to honour and celebrate with a room full of inspirational ladies from all walks of live. The stories you hear, the courage and determination shown and the amazing glass ceilings that are broken is incredible. I enjoy bringing the event to life with a fabulous, committed committee and we try to make improvements each year. The NSPCC being our chosen charity makes the hard work worthwhile.

In my day, I run a business called 2minds where I support leaders, managers, teams and individuals to be their best. I am a published author and podcaster.

Caroline, who is originally from Wallasey but now calls Chester home, has a real passion for volunteering and fundraising. She’s been doing this for almost two decades, both in her personal and professional life. She felt truly honoured when invited to join the committee. As a woman in the business who passionately gives back through her time and resources, this role really resonated with her beliefs. She’s really enjoyed every moment of these past 5 years as a committee member.

I have been involved for the past 5 years. I feel very privileged to be in the same room as some amazing women. I feel very humbled. I started being involved after my friend, Alison asked me to help. I am so glad I did.

I enjoy being part of the committee with so many hard-working women. It is great to be involved and also raise money for the NSPCC, a charity very close to my heart.

I am an editor, writer and podcaster. I also run a publishing company based on the Wirral and help bestselling authors develop and publish their writing.

I am also part of a team whose purpose is to promote literacy across the Liverpool region. I also co-host a podcast that features breast cancer guests who wish to share funny stories.

It was through the podcast that I was nominated for the CWA and then subsequently became part of the committee. These awards are unique as they celebrate all women and their achievements, not just the winner. They are judged on the impact these individuals make in their community. These awards are not about how great your business is; they are about the difference you make to other people. In addition, the awards support the marvellous work done by the NSPCC.