Barnet Deputy Mayor Attends Female Entrepreneurship Roundtable
Howard Dawber OBE met with businesswomen in Southgate to discuss growth and support for women-led enterprises.
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Howard Dawber OBE, deputy mayor for business and growth for the Mayor of London, attended a roundtable discussion on female entrepreneurship on Wednesday 23rd. The event took place at Enterprise Enfield’s North London Business Hub in Southgate.
The discussion brought together successful businesswomen who shared their experiences, detailing the specific challenges they encounter as female entrepreneurs, the support systems that have aided their progress, and suggestions for enhancing the growth of women-led businesses.
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Contribution to Capital Growth
Following the event, Mr Dawber stated that London’s female entrepreneurs are making a significant contribution to the capital’s economic growth. He commended Enterprise Enfield for its 40 years of business support and its specific focus on female entrepreneurship, noting the impact of targeted advice. Mr Dawber affirmed the commitment of Mayor Sadiq Khan and himself to supporting businesses across all parts of London to foster opportunities and drive economic expansion.
Attendees represented various sectors including gardening, home décor, cookery, human resources, and fashion. The discussion also referenced the 2019 Rose Review, which estimated that the UK economy could gain £250 billion if women started and scaled businesses at the same rate as men. Challenges such as access to funding, childcare, and work-life balance were identified as significant barriers for women entrepreneurs.
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Enterprise Enfield's Role
Enterprise Enfield has supported individuals in starting and growing businesses for over four decades. The agency places a particular emphasis on female entrepreneurship, with women comprising 62% of its client base. Its specialised start-up programmes for women have been running for nearly two decades, assisting hundreds of women in developing their business concepts.
Despina Johnson, CEO of Enterprise Enfield, expressed her delight at hosting the deputy mayor. She highlighted the roundtable as a valuable opportunity to showcase the achievements of female founders and to understand their journeys, including how they have overcome obstacles and what future support would be most beneficial. Ms Johnson reiterated Enterprise Enfield's dedication to providing services that help women realise their potential and build sustainable businesses.
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+Who attended the roundtable discussion on female entrepreneurship?
The roundtable discussion on female entrepreneurship was attended by Howard Dawber OBE, deputy mayor for business and growth, and a group of successful businesswomen. Representatives from Enterprise Enfield, including its CEO Despina Johnson, were also present.
+Where did the roundtable discussion take place?
The roundtable discussion took place at Enterprise Enfield’s North London Business Hub, located in Southgate. This venue was chosen to facilitate discussions on supporting female entrepreneurs in the region.
+What is Enterprise Enfield's role in supporting businesses?
Enterprise Enfield has been supporting businesses for 40 years, with a specific focus on female entrepreneurship. They offer bespoke start-up programmes and targeted advice, with 62% of their clients being women, aiming to help them start, grow, and sustain viable businesses.
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