Devon Women in Business

DWIB Mini Retreat
2025-05-16 12:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm, Dunley Lane, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9PW, United Kingdom
Devon Women in Business Mini-Retreat at Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm
Mini Retreat – Back by popular demand!
Spend a nourishing afternoon with Yoga and Meditation teacher Natalie Hyson, and enjoy an afternoon mini-retreat at Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm, Bovey Tracey.
The afternoon will include an organic lunch made from the farm’s home-grown and home-reared produce, a chance to hang out and say hello to the friendly alpacas – all 16 of them! You will get to look at Dartmoor Reach’s glamping huts and converted double-decker bus nestled in the peaceful tranquillity of the Devonshire countryside. Followed by a restorative Guided Meditation and Visualisation – a perfect way to end your working week and a peaceful start to your weekend!
If the weather permits, we will eat outside on the ‘sala.’
We have extended the time slot for this event to allow us to make the most of this gorgeous venue and to ensure there is plenty of time for relaxed networking.
Lunch
A delicious buffet-style lunch will comprise all home-grown and home-reared produce where possible. It will include things like a varied selection of mixed salads: crisp breads with goat’s cheese and our home-reared bacon, homemade bread, our own sausages, a smoked salmon quiche, homemade dips and picky bits and delicious cake for pudding.
Host
Natalie Hyson is an Award-Winning, Platinum Member of Devon Women in Business and her yoga and meditation business is Love Yoga Tree.
Dartmoor Reach Alpaca and Glamping Farm won the DWIB Eco-Friendly Business of the Year Award 2023. They are sponsors of the category in 2024.
Parking
There is free parking at Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm and car-sharing is encouraged.
Tickets
Please scroll down to book your tickets. Members’ discounts apply.

DWIB Online Networking Event
2025-05-08 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-04-10 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-03-13 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-24 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-02-13 09:30 - 11:00 | On Zoom, Devon, United Kingdom
DWIB Online Networking
Join us for our free, online, monthly networking event. It’s a chance to take time out to meet and chat with other members of Devon Women in Business. We’re friendly and informal and looking forward to meeting you and learning more about your business.
For details of our speakers, please visit our events pages on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Your hosts: Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach and Maureen Frost from Accentuate Visuals.
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NOW Free and unlimited for Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum members.

LinkedIn Confidence: Show Up, Stand Out & Shine!
2025-05-01 10:30 - 11:45 | On Zoom, Devon, United Kingdom
LinkedIn Confidence: Show Up, Stand Out & Shine!
Boost Your LinkedIn Confidence & Visibility
Are you looking to increase your visibility on LinkedIn? Do you struggle with knowing what to post, how to engage, or how to feel confident online? You’re not alone and this workshop is here to help!
Why Attend?
Many talented women hold back on LinkedIn, missing out on valuable opportunities, connections, and business growth. Whether you’re a business owner, freelancer, or career professional, your LinkedIn presence matters.
Join Louise Jenner (The Dream Job Coach) & Grace Jolley (LinkedIn Marketing Specialist) for an interactive online workshop designed exclusively for Devon Women in Business.
What You’ll Learn:
✔️ How to create a LinkedIn profile that showcases your expertise✔️ Confident posting strategies to attract the right audience✔️ Engagement tips to grow your network and credibility✔️ Overcoming self-doubt and showing up with impact
Who Is This Workshop For?
✅ Women in business looking to improve their LinkedIn presence✅ Entrepreneurs, freelancers & professionals wanting more visibility✅ Anyone ready to stop lurking and start leading on LinkedIn
Supporting a Vital Cause
This workshop is in aid of Devon Rape Crisis and Sexual Abuse Services (DRCSAS), the Devon Women in Business Charity of the Year. DRCSAS provides specialist support for survivors of sexual violence and abuse across Devon, offering a safe, confidential space for those in need.
Why LinkedIn Matters
With over 1 billion users, LinkedIn is the leading platform for professional networking, brand growth, and career opportunities. Whether you’re looking to build your business, establish credibility, or attract clients, a strong LinkedIn presence is a game-changer.
Book Your Spot Today!
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain confidence, show up authentically, and make LinkedIn work for you
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Tickets are £15 (every penny goes to the charity.) If you’d like to contribute extra to this vital cause, please consider making an extra donation. Every contribution makes a difference.

DWIB Online Networking Event (Monday)
2025-04-28 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-03-24 12:00 - 13:30 | On Zoom, Devon, United Kingdom
DWIB Online Networking (Monday)
Join us for our free, online, monthly networking events. It’s a chance to take time out to meet and chat with other members of Devon Women in Business. We’re friendly and informal and looking forward to meeting you and learning more about your business.
For details of our speakers, please visit our events pages on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Your hosts: Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach and Maureen Townsend from Accentuate Visuals
Book Here
NOW Free and unlimited for Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum members.

DWIB Networking Brunch at Hawke Barn with The Cheese Queens
2025-04-03 10:30 - 12:30 | Hawke Barn, Thorne Farm, Stoodleigh, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 9QG, United Kingdom
DWIB Networking Brunch with the Cheese Queens
Join us for a DWIB Networking Brunch at Hawke Barn near Tiverton. This event includes a delicious cheese-tasting brunch with the Cheese Queens!
Cheese Queens
Cheese Queens: Marie and Elise offer an amazing bespoke cheese-tasting experience for any party or occasion.
They talk and taste the best carefully selected cheese the West country has to offer! They can chat everything cheese in the comfort of your own home or venue. They bring it all to you! All you have to do is enjoy the finest selection of cheese they select for you. For this event, we will be tasting Devon cheeses – of course!
The Venue
Nestled in the stunning Mid Devon hills, close to the pretty hamlet of Stoodleigh, sits Hawke Barn, a 16th century former storage and threshing barn for Thorne Farm. The farm was for many years owned by Balliol College, Oxford. From the moment you turn onto the half mile private drive you will be enveloped by the peace, tranquillity, and beautiful scenery that surround you in every direction.
Today Hawke Barn has been beautifully renovated creating an intimate space for impressive entertaining for weddings, birthday celebrations or any special event or occasion for up to 60 guests.
Timings

10.30 am Arrival – Tea and Coffee
10.45 am – Introductions
11.00 am – Networking
11.30 am – Cheese tasting brunch with the Cheese Queens
12.30 pm – Finish or optional tour of the adjacent horse racing yard with Trainer Nigel Hawke

Your Hosts
Maureen Townsend from Astrality Business Services and Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach will be your hosts on the day. Please contact us with any queries you may have.
Tickets
Please scroll down to purchase tickets for this event. Members’ discounts apply. Non-members and guests, please select the standard ticket or create your membership now and enjoy a discount on this and future DWIB events.

Business Fest SW 2025
2025-04-02 09:30 - 16:30 | Westpoint Arena, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, Devon, EX5 1DJ, United Kingdom
Business Fest SW 2025
Join us at Business Fest South West on 2nd April 2025 at Westpoint Arena, Exeter! DWIB will be exhibiting on stand 220 – please come and say Hi!
This event is set to attract around 2,000 decision-makers from across the South West, including SME business owners, entrepreneurs, sole proprietors, and self-employed professionals from a wide range of industries.
Business Fest South West 2025 is your chance to engage with some of the UK’s most innovative businesses as they showcase their latest products and services. Whether you’re looking to generate leads, expand your professional network, or gain valuable insights, this event offers something for everyone.
Tickets
Attendance is free. Book your tickets here.
Exhibiting
Interested in exhibiting? There is a 25% discount available for DWIB Members. Please contact us for more information.

Business & Personal Estate Planning Workshop
2025-03-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Wellbeing In Action, 12A, School Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JU, United Kingdom
Business & Personal Estate Planning Workshop with Kirsty Dimond
Business & Personal Estate Planning: What Every Woman Needs to Know
Are your assets and loved ones protected? Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or professional, estate planning is a crucial step in securing your future. Without a proper plan in place, your wealth, business, and personal wishes may not be handled the way you intend.
Join Kirsty Dimond from KMD Wills & Estate Planning for this practical and empowering workshop, designed to help women take control of their business and personal estate planning with confidence.
What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why estate planning matters – avoid common pitfalls and protect your loved ones.✔️ Wills, Trusts & Powers of Attorney – what they are and why they’re essential.✔️ Business estate planning – ensure continuity and safeguard your company’s future.✔️ Avoiding inheritance tax traps – smart strategies to maximise your legacy.✔️ Your questions answered – Kirsty will tailor the session to your needs.
💡 Bonus: Prefer a private discussion? Time permitting, there will be 1-2-1 Q&A sessions available after the presentation.
Don’t leave your future to chance. Secure your assets, protect your business, and gain peace of mind knowing your affairs are in order.
This must-attend event is perfect for women who want to make informed financial and legal decisions for their future. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Local charity, Wellbeing in Action have kindly provided the venue for this workshop. Tickets are free. Please make a donation here.

DWIB Simply Networking at Lets Go, Barnstaple
2025-03-20 10:30 - 12:00 | Lets Go!, Braunton Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1LG, United Kingdom
DWIB Simply Networking at Lets Go, Barnstaple
DWIB Simply Networking at Let’s Go, Barnstaple is a great way to get together with other women in business. With no lunch, brunch, or dinner to pay for, the focus is simply networking! Of course, we’ll keep you going with teas and coffees.
As ever this is a women-only event with a friendly and informal vibe.

About Lets Go!
With a range of activities including bowling, arcade games, snooker, crazy golf, and hassle-free kids’ parties, Lets Go has something for everyone. Our licensed bar, pool tables, and arcade machines keep the fun going, making it the perfect destination whether you’re a duo or a large group. Experience disco-lit lanes, bumpers, diverse bowling ball options, and iconic bowling shoes for the perfect strike!
Your Hosts

Maureen Townsend from Astrality Business Services and Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach will be your hosts on the day. Please contact us with any queries you may have.
Timings

10.30 – 11.00 am – Welcome & Intros
11.00 – 11.45 am – Simply Networking – Your chance to find out what other members do for a living and to share information about your business too!
11.45 – Close – Please let us know if you’d like to stay on for bowling – payable on the day.

Transport & Parking
Free parking on site. Please enter your number plate on arrival. Car-sharing is encouraged – please post in our groups on Facebook or LinkedIn if you’d like to offer a lift to others.
Tickets
Please scroll down to book your tickets. Members’ discounts apply. Non-members and guests, please select the standard ticket or create your membership now and enjoy a discount on this and all future events!

International Women's Day - Plymouth
2025-03-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Crowne Plaza, Armada Way, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 2HG, United Kingdom
International Women’s Day – Plymouth.
Celebrate the achievements of women at an exciting event held at Crowne Plaza Plymouth, hosted by The West Country Women Awards. Join us for a day filled with empowering discussions, inspiring speakers, and networking opportunities. This event is a fantastic way to honour women’s accomplishments and progress. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to come together and support each other. See you there!
This event will also feature the launch of the West Country Women Awards 2025.
🟡 NB Winners of the DWIB Awards 2024 receive a golden buzzer entry at the semi-final level at the West Country Women Awards 2025. Please ensure you complete your WWA entry form when it arrives in your inbox!

👉 Book your tickets now!

DWIB Simply Networking at Pier Point, Torquay
2025-03-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Pier Point Bar and Restaurant, Torbay Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5HA, United Kingdom
DWIB Simply Networking at Pier Point, Torquay
DWIB Simply Networking at Pier Point Bar and Restaurant, Torquay, is a great way to get together with other women in business. With no lunch, brunch, or dinner to pay for, the focus is simply networking! Of course, we’ll keep you going with teas and coffees.
As ever this is a women-only event with a friendly and informal vibe.

Pier Point Bar and Restaurant: Proud Sponsors and Hosts of DWIB Simply Networking
Nestled on Torquay’s stunning waterfront, Pier Point Bar and Restaurant offers more than just exceptional dining—it’s a hub for connection, community, and collaboration. Known for its award-winning fish and chips and dedication to delivering outstanding hospitality, Pier Point is thrilled to sponsor and host the Simply Networking Event for Devon Women in Business this March.
As a venue committed to supporting local initiatives and fostering relationships, Pier Point is the perfect setting for a vibrant gathering of inspiring women from across Devon. With its stylish interiors, breathtaking sea views, and a menu that champions locally sourced ingredients, attendees can look forward to a warm and welcoming atmosphere that reflects Pier Point’s dedication to excellence.
Whether you’re a seasoned business leader or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, this event provides the opportunity to connect, share insights, and enjoy the best of Torquay hospitality. At Pier Point, we are proud to celebrate the power and potential of women in business while showcasing the values that make us a cherished part of the Devon community.
We look forward to welcoming you to an event filled with meaningful conversations and unforgettable moments by the sea!
About Pier Point Bar & Restaurant
Located on Torquay’s picturesque seafront, Pier Point Bar & Restaurant is a vibrant venue offering a warm welcome to locals and visitors alike. With a menu that highlights fresh, locally sourced ingredients, Pier Point takes pride in serving delicious dishes that showcase the best of Devon’s produce, including a strong focus on seafood.Known for its friendly service and coastal charm, Pier Point is the perfect setting for everything from relaxed drinks to memorable evening meals. The restaurant is also actively involved in the community, supporting local suppliers and participating in events that celebrate Torbay’s unique character.Whether you’re popping in for a coffee, enjoying a family gathering, or marking a special occasion, Pier Point Bar & Restaurant offers a wonderful experience in an unbeatable location.

Your Hosts

Maureen Townsend from Astrality Business Services and Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach will be your hosts on the day. Please contact us with any queries you may have.
Timings

10.00 – 10.30 am – Welcome & Intro
10.30 – 11.30 am – Simply Networking – Your chance to find out what other members do for a living and to share information about your business too!
11.30 – Close

Transport & Parking
The venue is a short walk from Torquay Railway Station and there is plenty of (payable) on-street parking nearby.
Tickets
Please scroll down to book your tickets. Members’ discounts apply. Non-members and guests, please select the standard ticket or create your membership now and enjoy a discount on this and all future events!

DWIB Simply Networking at City College Plymouth
2025-02-20 10:00 - 12:00 | City College Plymouth, Kings Road, Devonport,, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5QG, United Kingdom
DWIB Simply Networking at City College Plymouth
DWIB Simply Networking at City College, Plymouth, is a great way to get together with other women in business. With no lunch, brunch, or dinner to pay for, the focus is simply networking! Of course, we’ll keep you going with teas and coffees.
As ever this is a women-only event with a friendly and informal vibe.
About the venue
City College Plymouth – PL1 Restaurant – (Please check in at Reception and collect a visitor’s lanyard on arrival)
City College takes pride in the role it plays here in Plymouth and the wider region. By providing access to relevant skills, outstanding training, state-of-the-art facilities and an excellent network of support services, we seek to have a positive impact. We work closely with the business community and organisations throughout the Great South West and beyond to ensure the skills we deliver are not just what industries need now but also what they need in the future.
Your Hosts

Maureen Townsend from Astrality Business Services and Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach will be your hosts on the day. Please contact us with any queries you may have. Stephanie Angeles will be at Reception to greet you and escort you to the restaurant, after you have checked in.
Timings

10.00 – 10.30 am – Welcome & Intro from Lee McQueen
10.30 – 11.45 am – Simply Networking – Your chance to find out what other members do for a living and to share information about your business too!
11.45 – 12 noon – Close

Transport & Parking
There is ample on site parking. The price is £1 per day if you pay cash at one of the machines, or £1.40 per day through Ringo.
For attendees travelling by train, you can disembark at Plymouth Station, which is approximately a 30 minute walk from the College (or a 10 minute taxi ride) or Devonport Station, which is a smaller line, but closer at approximately a 15 minute walk away.
Tickets
Please scroll down to book your tickets. Members’ discounts apply. Non-members and guests, please select the standard ticket or create your membership now and enjoy a discount on this and future DWIB events.

DWIB Networking Brunch at Orchid Paradise
2025-01-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Orchid Paradise, Burnham Nurseries, Forches Cross, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6PZ, United Kingdom
DWIB Networking Brunch at Orchid Paradise
Join us for a DWIB Networking Brunch at Orchid Paradise near Newton Abbot. This event includes a tour of the Orchid Houses and a talk by Sara Rittershausen. You can even bring an orchid from home that needs some TLC!
The Venue
Burnham Nurseries has been a family-run nursery and orchid specialist for over 75 years with the widest range of orchids in the UK. Relax in our café with tasty refreshments and gain help and advice from our knowledgeable staff. Mail Order is our speciality, we can send any orchids using our fast services within the UK, browse our online shop for the latest special offers and orchids flowering now as well as all the species and hybrids available. We usually travel around the UK to orchid shows and events so check our Show Diary to find out the situation with events at the moment. You can also learn more about these fascinating plants on one of our popular Orchid Workshops, half-day courses to help build knowledge on a wide range of orchid-related topics. Free parking is available on site. Find us next to the Plants Galore entrance at Forches Cross.
🌺 Owner, Sara Rittershausen, was awarded Highly Commended in the Employer of the Year category at the DWIB Awards 2024.
Timings

10 am Arrival – Tea and Coffee
10.15 am – Introductions
10.30 am – Tour of the Orchid Houses and Talk by Sara Ritterhausen
11 am – Bacon Sandwiches (vegetarian/vegan options available)
12.00 am – Finish

Your Hosts
Maureen Townsend from Astrality Business Services and Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach will be your hosts on the day. Please contact us with any queries you may have.
Tickets
Please scroll down to purchase tickets for this event. Members’ discounts apply.

DWIB Online Networking Event
2025-01-09 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-12 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-11-14 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-10-10 09:30 - 11:00 | On Zoom, Devon, United Kingdom
DWIB Online Networking
Join us for our free online, monthly networking event. Take time out to meet and chat with other Devon Women in Business members. We’re friendly and informal and look forward to meeting you and learning more about your business.
Your hosts: Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach and Maureen Townsend from Astrality Business Services.
👉 Book for Free Here
Now, free and unlimited for all Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum members. (From October 2024)
Please book your free place here.

DWIB Xmas Networking Lunch 2024
2024-12-06 12:00 - 14:30 | Mercure Hotel, 22-25 Esplanade Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6BQ, United Kingdom
Devon Women in Business Xmas Networking Lunch
The Devon Women in Business (DWIB) Xmas Networking Lunch will be held at the fantastic Mercure Hotel in Paignton.
We will enjoy a delicious festive menu and with Christmas just around the corner, this will be a really fun and relaxed way to end a wonderful year of women-only networking.
Christmas Quiz with prize for the winner
Christmas jumpers are optional but we will be giving a prize for the best festive attire! 😉
Menu: 2 courses plus welcome drink
Welcome Drink: Bucks Fizz (soft drinks also available.)
Mains
Roast Turkey with Apricot stuffing, roast potato, roasted root vegetable, pig in blanket, turkey jus (GFA)
Butternut Squash Risotto with Feta and crispy kale (GF, V, VeA)
Slow Cooked Braising Steak with Bourguignon sauce, creamy mash potato, tenderstem broccoli

Pan Fried Salmon with Seafood chowder

Desserts

Christmas Pudding Brandy sauce (GFA, V)
Lime and Coconut Panna Cotta with Mango Sorbet (GF)
Chocolate Opera with Orange gel, clotted cream ice cream
Martini Orange Jelly with Mint infused watermelon and pineapple

GF – Gluten Free GFA – Gluten Free Available V – Vegetarian VeA – Vegan Available
Pre-order forms will be sent after purchase.
About the venue
The Mercure Paignton is a modern seafront hotel overlooking the English Riviera and Paignton Green. The town centre is on our doorstep. Torquay is 4 minutes by train from this Torbay hotel. Seaview rooms are finished to a high standard with spectacular views of the coast, perfect for relaxing family or romantic holidays in Devon. The hotel is conveniently close to beaches and the South West Coastal Path, while Paignton Zoo, Pier and UNESCO Global Geopark are nearby for memorable days out to suit all ages.
Interior design is inspired by the 19th-century seafront houses and UNESCO Global Geopark that shape Paignton’s history. Subtle touches nod to the glamour of the English Riviera, with natural shades bringing a botanical tone throughout the hotel. Guests can find state-of-the-art equipment in our fully-equipped gym. For a slower pace, head to our modern international restaurant for a relaxing meal; in the bar, our sun terrace is a perfect place to enjoy a drink overlooking the seafront and beach.
Mercure Paignton is enviably positioned on the English Riviera and Paignton seafront. Easily accessed by road or train, the hotel is the perfect position for exploring the Devon coast and countryside.
Hosts
DWIB Leaders, Louise Jenner and Maureen Townsend will be hosting this event.
Timings
12 noon – 2:30 pm
Price
Tickets: £35 pp (Members’ discounts apply)

West Country Women Awards - Grand Final Gala
2024-11-28 19:00 - 23:00 | Devon
The Crowne Plaza Hotel in Plymouth will play host to the WWA Grand Final Gala, Dinner and Dance!
Save the date – Tickets are not yet available.

DWIB Simply Networking at Exeter Racecourse
2024-11-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Exeter Racecourse, Kennford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7XS, United Kingdom
DWIB Simply Networking at Exeter Racecourse
DWIB Simply Networking at Exeter Racecourse is a great way to get together with other women in business and with no lunch, brunch or dinner to pay for, the focus is simply networking! Although we’ll keep you going with teas and coffees, of course.
As ever it’s a women-only event with a friendly and informal vibe.
About the venue
Exeter Racecourse – The Jockey Club 🏇
Exeter Racecourse proudly stands as one of the UK’s most progressive tracks, offering 17 thrilling days of top-quality Jump racing each year. Beyond the excitement on the course, we’re also a renowned conference and events centre, featuring stunning spaces and suites that can accommodate anything from intimate gatherings of 5 to theatre-style events for up to 300 guests.
We are thrilled to welcome Devon Women in Business to our venue! This partnership marks an exciting new opportunity for us here at Exeter Racecourse, and we look forward to hosting more events in the heart of Haldon Hill.
You will be in 2 of our river rooms with the balcony however with the November weather, it might be slightly cold outside. Do bring a jacket as the views are lovely overlooking the forest.

Your Hosts
Maureen Townsend from Astrality Business Services and Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach will be your hosts on the day. Please contact us with any queries you may have.
Timings

10.00 – 10.30 am – Welcome & Intros
10.30 – 11.20 am – Simply Networking – Your chance to find out what other members do for a living and to share information about your business too!
11.20 – 11.30 am – Close

Tickets
Please scroll down to book your tickets. Members’ discounts apply.

Devon Women in Business Awards 2024
2024-11-09 18:00 - 23:30 | Winslade Manor, Winslade Park Avenue, Manor Drive, Clyst St Mary,, Exeter, Devon, EX5 1FY, United Kingdom
The Devon Women in Business Awards 2024
Join us as we celebrate the achievements of women in business across the county of Devon and present the 4th annual DWIB Awards. The DWIB Awards were launched in 2021 by Louise Jenner and Maureen Frost and get bigger and better each year!
Categories
There are 12 categories this year:

Start-Up of the Year (female-led business) – Sponsored by Frankman Design and Marketing, Torquay
Small Business of the Year (female-led business) – Sponsored by Dawes Accountants, Newton Abbot
Sole Trader / Freelancer of the Year (female-led business) – Sponsored by Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach
Employer of the Year (female-led business) – Sponsored by Margaret Oscar Employee Engagement
Inspirational Leader of the Year (female) – Sponsored by Mercure Hotel, Paignton
Female Employee of the Year – Sponsored by TBC
Customer Service Excellence (female-led business) – Sponsored by Hoburne (Devon Bay), Paignton
Contribution to the Community (over and above normal business activity) – Sponsored by Howden Insurance, Newton Abbot
Community Group / Charity of the Year (run by a woman) – Sponsored by Santé Care at Home, Milton Combe
Best Supporting Act (male or female individual) – Sponsored by East Devon & Exeter Enterprise Zone
Female Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by South Devon College, Paignton
Eco-Friendly Business of the Year (female-led business) – Sponsored by Dartmoor Reach Alpaca and Glamping Farm, Bovey Tracey

Winners receive a trophy sponsored by Platinum Member, Dawes Accountants, a certificate and a ‘golden buzzer’ through to the finals of the West Country Women Awards 2025.
The Judges
The DWIB Awards are judged by Louise Jenner, Maureen Frost and Emma Woodward in conjunction with the Category Sponsors.
Charity
This year we will be holding a raffle in aid of Wellbeing in Action. Please let us know if you would like to donate a prize. Wellbeing in Action is a fantastic organisation led by Lindie Wadlan and Emma Warren. Wellbeing in Action won the Female-Led, Charity / Community Group / Project of the Year 2023.

Entertainment
We will be entertained again this year by Meghan Rae Music. Meghan is a Devon-based singer and has sung at the Devon Women in Business Awards since 2022.

Venue
We are delighted to be able to hold this event at The Forge at Winslade Manor who are Platinum Members and our Event Sponsor.
You will be welcomed at The Forge with a glass of fizz, a bottled beer or a sparkling elderflower on arrival. You will then be served a delicious 2 course dinner.
Mains
Beef Rump with Dauphinoise Potato, Mushrooms and Tarragon
Fillet of Sea Bream with Romesco Sauce, Mashed Potato and Tenderstem Broccoli (GF)
Free Range Roast Chicken Breast with Fondant Potato, Buttered Leeks and Lemon & Garlic Sauce
Mushroom and Celeriac Pithivier (V) (GF) (DF)
Desserts
Winslade Signature Chocolate Delice with Salted Caramel (Vegan option available)
‘Little pod’ Vanilla Panna Cotta, with Passionfruit and Coconut Sorbet (GF)
Sticky Toffee Pudding with Clotted Cream
(Menu will be sent after booking so you can pre-order your meal.)
Drinks
The bar will be open all evening for you to buy your own drinks.
Dress Code
It’s not ‘black tie’ but it is a party so feel free to dress up and remember your dancing shoes!!
Transport
Hilton Ames Chauffers are offering DWIB members a 15% discount for travel to and from the venue.
There is plenty of parking at the venue and car-sharing is encouraged!
Tickets
Scroll down to book your tickets now. Members’ discounts apply.
To book a whole table of 8 or 10, please buy your tickets and then email us a list of names so we can ensure you are all seated together! Email: devonwomeninbusiness@gmail.com

BBxpo, North Devon
2024-10-31 10:00 - 15:00 | Bideford College, Abbotsham Road, Bideford, Devon, EX39 3AR, United Kingdom
BBxpo – North Devon
BBxpo (Business Boost Expo) in Bideford, North Devon is on 31st October 2024. Louise Jenner and Maureen Townsend from Devon Women in Business will be exhibiting and we’d love for you to come and say hi. We’re looking forward to meeting you! You can book your free tickets here.
BBxpo
North Devon’s largest independent annual business exhibition – opens its doors again from 10 am to 3 pm on Thursday 31 October 2024 at Devon Hall, Bideford College. In a time of continued extreme challenge for all businesses, the event aims to:

Promote exhibitor businesses face-to-face, in print and online
Provide a networking environment to build relationships and create opportunities
Raise awareness of business support, advice and training available in North Devon
Support enterprise in businesses new and old, large and small, in every sector

Affordable stands – from £75
BBxpo achieves this through providing stands at affordable prices – small stand £75 / large stand £150 – with every exhibitor receiving:

stand space
web site listing with links – see exhibitors
printed magazine listing in Business Action magazine (subject to deadlines)
social media promotion

Book your stand now

Free entry for visitors
BBxpo is free to visit for all businesses – both from North Devon and beyond – to enjoy:

entry to B2B exhibition
talks & advice
exhibitor offers
free networking hog roast lunch – with vegetarian alternative

Register free entry

DWIB Networking Brunch - Tavistock
2024-10-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Mount Kelly, Parkwood Road, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 0HZ, United Kingdom
DWIB Networking Brunch
This month we’re back at Mount Kelly College in Tavistock for our women-only Networking Brunch. As ever, it will be relaxed and informal. It’s your chance to meet like-minded, professional businesswomen.
We are also delighted to have Steve Shepherd, CEO of the Cyber Resilience Centre for the South West who will be giving us some useful tips and resources to better protect ourselves online.

About Mount Kelly

The Head Master’s Address by Mr Guy Ayling, MA – Head Master and Principal of the Foundation
“Mount Kelly, set on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, combines academic excellence, an outstanding range of opportunities beyond the classroom and exceptional pastoral care.
The Mount Kelly education stands apart in the values and attitudes of its young men and women. Compassion, tolerance, kindness, integrity, generosity of spirit and a commitment to service underpin a determined dedication to academic excellence.

Mount Kelleians are nurtured by a sensitive rigour in which they are expected to take the risk of being more than what they may think they are, to pick themselves up, and others too, when things do not go their way and in so doing to learn the true nature, joy and responsibility of success.
Preparing our pupils to take their places in a challenging and rapidly evolving world with confidence and courage and gifting them the skills, in the words of John Donne, to be ‘involved in Mankind’, is our duty and should be that of all places of learning. I hope our website gives you a glimpse of what Mount Kelly has to offer – but it can only be a foretaste.
We would be delighted to arrange a visit so that you can see the way we work, and experience the atmosphere and spirit of Mount Kelly for yourself.”
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About Devon Women in Business

Devon Women In Business (DWIB) is a membership network for women working across the county of Devon. We aim to provide support and celebrate their achievements through women-only networking events, workshops and the annual DWIB Awards.
Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach and Maureen Townsend from Astrality Business Services lead the group and together they plan to grow the organisation as a one-stop shop for all Devon Women in Business. There is a DWIB membership/sponsorship for all budgets so there is an opportunity for everyone to get involved. Follow #DWIB on social media.

Timings

10.00 am – Buffet brunch is served
10.00 – 10.30 am – Welcome & Intros
10.30 – 10.45 am – Speaker Slot
10.45 – 11.20 am – Relaxed Networking – Your chance to find out about other members and to share information about your business too!
11.20 – 11.30 am – Close

Tickets
Please scroll down to book your tickets. Members’ discounts apply.

Devon Business Show 2024
2024-10-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Plymouth Life Centre, 40 Mayflower Drive, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 3DG, United Kingdom
Devon Business Show 2024
Find Devon Women in Business at the Devon Business Show 2024 on Wednesday 16 October. We will be exhibiting on Stands 1 and 2 and we would love to see you there!
Note: The Devon Business Show 2024 is at a new venue: The Plymouth Life Centre which is near Home Park Stadium.
DWIB members are invited to exhibit with us. If you would like to share our space, please email Louise or Maureen at devonwomeninbusiness@gmail.com
Visitors attend for free. You can book your tickets here.

DWIB Simply Networking
2024-10-09 10:00 - 11:30 | Redcliffe Hotel, 4 Marine Drive, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2NL, United Kingdom
DWIB Simply Networking
DWIB Simply Networking is a new style event for 2024 where the emphasis is simply networking. No lunch, brunch or dinner to pay for; it’s simply networking! Although we’ll keep you going with teas and coffees, of course.
As ever it’s a women-only event with a friendly and informal vibe.
This Simply Networking event will be held at the Redcliffe Hotel in Paignton.
About the venue
The Redcliffe Hotel in Paignton, South Devon, was originally designed by retired Colonel Robert Smith, an accomplished architect, engineer, and artist. Smith extensively redesigned an existing building he purchased in 1853, adding three wings that housed a glass-domed plunge bath, a picture gallery, and 23 bedrooms and dressing rooms.
After Smith’s death, the property changed hands several times and was converted into a hotel in 1903 without losing its unique appearance. Today, the Redcliffe Hotel is part of The Tudor Hotels Collection.
Your Hosts
Maureen Townsend from Astrality Business Services and Louise Jenner, The Dream Job Coach will be your hosts on the day. Please contact us with any queries you may have.
Timings

10.00 – 10.30 am – Welcome & Intros
10.30 – 11.20 am – Simply Networking – Your chance to find out what other members do for a living and to share information about your business too!
11.20 – 11.30 am – Close

Tickets
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DWIB Mini Retreat
2024-09-27 12:30 - 15:30 | Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm, Dunley Lane, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9PW, United Kingdom
Devon Women in Business Mini-Retreat at Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm
Back by popular demand!
Spend a nourishing afternoon with Yoga and Meditation teacher, Natalie Hyson, and enjoy an afternoon mini-retreat at Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm, Bovey Tracey.
The afternoon will include an organic lunch, made from the farm’s home-grown and home-reared produce; a chance to hang out and say hello to the friendly alpacas – all 16 of them! You will get to look at Dartmoor Reach’s glamping huts and converted double-decker bus nestled in the peaceful tranquillity of the Devonshire countryside. Followed by a restorative Guided Meditation and Visualisation – a perfect way to end your working week and a peaceful start to your weekend!
If the weather permits, we will eat outside on the ‘sala.’
We have extended the time slot for this event to allow us to make the most of this gorgeous venue and to ensure there is plenty of time for relaxed networking.
Lunch
Buffet-style lunch which will use all home-grown and home-reared produce where possible. It will include things like – a varied selection of mixed salads: crisp breads with goat’s cheese and our home-reared bacon, homemade bread, our own sausages, a smoked salmon quiche, homemade dips and picky bits and delicious cake for pudding.
Host
Natalie Hyson is a Platinum Member of Devon Women in Business and her yoga and meditation business is Love Yoga Tree.
Parking
There is free parking at Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm but car-sharing is encouraged.
Tickets
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