London powerhouses shine bright as EVAS finalists are revealed
From biscuit empires and upcycled beauty to biodegradable glitter, soul-led travel and next-gen pleasure products, London’s EVAS finalists aren’t just smashing glass ceilings - they’re dancing on them. These women are scaling faster than the latest tech unicorn and proving that doing good and making money isn’t just possible - it’s powerful (and seriously stylish).
The Enterprise Vision Awards (EVAS), the UK’s biggest celebration of women in business, has unveiled its 2025 Finalists, and London is absolutely smashing it.
With 11 powerhouse entrepreneurs and trailblazing leaders in the running, the capital is putting on a masterclass in innovation, inclusivity, and sheer entrepreneurial firepower.
Now in its 14th year, EVAS celebrates the women who are changing the game across every industry, and this year’s line-up is loud, proud, and ready to shake things up.
Meet the London Finalists:
Anna Brightman of UpCircle Beauty (Sustainable Business): Turning leftover ingredients like coffee grounds into cult skincare. Sustainability never looked so good.
Dimple Thakrar of Dimple Global (Training & Coaching): Coaching high-achievers and entrepreneurial couples to build deeper, lasting connections beyond success.
Harriet Hastings of Biscuiteers (Business Woman): From hand-iced biscuits to a global gifting brand, Harriet has built an empire with style and strategy.
Heather Smith of Girls Friendly Society (Not For Profit): Creating safe spaces for girls to grow, thrive, and be unapologetically themselves.
Holly Jackson & Kalila Bolton of SheSpot (Scale Up): Putting women’s health and pleasure at the forefront with expert-led content and curated products.
Lauren Jones of Luminosity Glitter (Retail Business): Eco-friendly glitter and glitter bars bringing sustainable sparkle to parties and events.
Lucy Chamberlain of C&C Search (Employer): Redefining recruitment and building inclusive career paths that lift women up.
Nadine Brady of Travl.Love & The Travel Sisterhood (Customer Service): Redefining luxury travel with soulful, tailored experiences for women.
Teresa Roncero of 10 Million Women (Sustainable Business): Championing women-owned businesses through purposeful corporate gifting.
Yana Smahlo of NENYA Fashion (New Business): Spotlighting Ukrainian fashion on the global stage with bold, independent style.
Zoe Chapman of Whizzer (Retail Business): Making life easier with the world’s first unisex eco-toilet - a clever solution for families, festivals, and beyond.
But the EVAS go beyond recognition, they reflect real results and this year’s stats speak volumes. 25% of entrants are turning over £1M and a further 5% are smashing the £10M+ mark. All while the national average for female-led businesses is still stuck at just 2%.
Coral Horn, EVAS founder, says it best “This proves what we’ve always known. When women are given the platform and support, they don’t just succeed - they soar. The EVAS is here to make sure the world takes notice.”
Michael Dugdale, MD of Trident Utilities and sponsor of the Business Woman of the Year category, adds “At Trident, we believe empowering women in business is essential, not just because it’s right, but because it builds a better, more resilient economy. These women are redefining leadership, and we’re proud to champion them.”
Becky Toal, CEO of Crowberry Consulting and long-time sponsor of the Sustainable Business award, said “The calibre of the women coming through EVAS is incredible. This isn’t tokenism, it’s talent, drive, and sustainable impact rolled into one.”
All finalists will now face a judging panel, a public vote, and the all-eyes-on-#EVAS2025 campaign. As part of this year’s celebrations, an exclusive EVAS Reception will be held at the House of Commons, where finalists will have the chance to connect with previous winners, business leaders, and decision-makers.
The awards will culminate in a dazzling ceremony on Friday 26 September, held in the iconic Empress Ballroom at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool. It will be a night where the spotlight truly shines on women who lead with vision and purpose. One of these finalists will also receive the prestigious Outstanding Achievement Award, recognising extraordinary business accomplishments, leadership, and contribution to the wider business community.
To view the full list of 2025 finalists and discover more about this year’s celebration, visit: www.enterprisevisionawards.co.uk