Bedford’s female founders celebrated International Women’s Day (IWD) (8 March) a few days early this year with an exhibition celebrating the Borough’s female entrepreneurs.
The exhibition of photographs by Emily Bateman was organised by Lauren Trioano of The Little Marketing Company and hosted at The Grange in Milton Ernest on Thursday, 6 March.
The photographs showcase over 50 businesses, from innovative start-ups to well-established enterprises, all of which have been founded by women.
The images were displayed across several rooms at The Grange and the private view was attended by the businesswomen, their families, friends and supporters to celebrate their success.
Showcasing the talents, resilience and achievements of female entrepreneurs in the community, the campaign is now available to view online here.
Scroll through our slideshow to see the women featured in the campaign.
IWD Alex Angela Chantelle. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Chloe Chloe Danielle. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Donna Erin Flick. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Elena Erica Julia. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Grace Georgia Gemma. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Helen Jaime Jess. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Jodie Josie Jess. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Kay Soph Kim. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Lauren J Lauren T. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Lauren Laura Laura. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Liane Lulu Lisa. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Lydia Meg. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Marcia Monica Nat. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Nat Nicola Nicole. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Ro Rosanna. Image: Emily Bateman 
IWD Robyn Sarina Nim. Image: Emily Bateman
Lauren said, “We have so many brilliant female-founded businesses in Bedfordshire, and I just couldn’t ignore it.
“I started planning this campaign and event back in October when I first reached out to the photographer Emily Bateman and I am just so happy that we’ve been able to execute it. A huge thank you to Nikki at The Numbers Quarter for allowing my dreams to come true.
“The event surpassed my wildest dreams, and it was just so empowering to see so many female business owners in one place, sharing their stories and making plans together.”
Event sponsor Nikki, CEO of The Numbers Quarter, said: “After ten years of working closely with business owners, we understand that
success stories represent hard work and ambition, which deserve to be celebrated.
“This exhibition beautifully captures the essence of women’s entrepreneurship in Bedford, and I’m proud to be a part of celebrating their achievements.”
Photographer Emily Bateman said, “It has been such a pleasure to capture this group of inspirational business women. A huge congratulations to these women, and all the women out there, who are making their dreams come true”
