The Specsavers Everywoman in Retail Awards in association with Make Your Mark seek to highlight inspirational women and celebrate their successes and achievements in the retail industry.
On 10 March 2009 we were joined by social media supremo and Make Your Mark Ambassador Raj Anand, founder of kwiqq.com, and Jennifer Pirtle, founder of The Make Lounge which runs stylish contemporary craft workshops, hen parties, DIY craft nights and corporate team building events. The Make Lounge supported Twestival, and Jennifer has successfully built a large online community around her business.
In these difficult financial times, accessing funding to start or grow your business is more important then ever. We spoke to Make your Mark Ambassador and confidence expert Lindsay Maclean, Director of ielevate about how to prepare for pitching for investment. Check out her top tips...