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Architecture Firm Director of the Year 2018 - United Kingdom We spoke to Founder Georgina Turvey to gain a fascinating insight into the company and her role in driving it to success.
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Angels of Flight Canada Inc
Female CEO of the Year: Healthcare - Canada IW180027 Company: Angels of Flight Canada Inc Contact: Gail Courneyea Address: 10-799 O’Brien Drive, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 6X7, Canada Phone: 001 705 743 5433 Website: www.angelsofflightcanada.com Company: Carlyle Consultants Contact: Tricia Topping Address: 1 Design Centre Studios, Harbour Avenue, Chelsea Harbour, London, SW10 0BD, UK Phone: 07860 835745 Website: www.carlyle-consultants.com
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Angels of Flight addresses the medical transportation needs of clients from across the country including from hospitals and physicians, children’s centers and agencies, mental health associations, Alzheimer’s and cancer organizations, government agencies, employers, charitable organizations and families, providing specialist teams of trained nurses to supportCarlyle patients and ensureiscompliance and safety. We profile the firm Consultants a London-based independent communications and and CEO marketing Gail Courneyea tospecialising learn more. in commercial, residential and mixed-use agency property and luxury. We invited Founder Director Topping to everyday challenge.and As more persons Tricia travel with needs,dynamic healthcare company facilities are and how complex medical this talk us through how she came to create overcrowding for crew she draws on her corporate experiencing experience to lead itandtoconcerns success. safety increases globally, the need for aeromedical Following a successful career running of expertise is increasingly important. andone safety the UK’s leading marketing and communications company, specialising in property whichSince was sold her firm’s modest beginnings, Gail has to a major public company, Tricia decided that to advocate for changes to improve been able she had had enough of the big corporate life andand better meet the needs of patients. services took the plunge and went back to starting a much Understanding the intricacies of transferring a smaller client focused company called Carlyle person in need of care has led to identifying Consultants. The firm’s subsidiary problems, company, implementing solutions and ultimately Luxury Topping specialises in the business of the best possible outcomes for clients. achieving luxury, whilst Carlyle Consultants focuses on property, food and all things surrounding Today the Angels of Flight Canada employs air business of luxury. Tricia explores how the firm medical experienced Registered Nurses to guide has leveraged its small size to ensure andclients support individuals who are in medical crisis receive the highest possible level of support outsideandof Canada. Aeromedical Registered service that they can rely upon. Flight Nurses, who care for clients, receive inhouse comprehensive instruction including flight “Recently we were lucky to be appointed to work and current care methods directed education with the late Commendatore Antonio her Carluccio dedicated staff. This on-going training for all medical personnel furnishes a safe and secure Angels of Flight Canada Inc. was formed in 1988 work environment and achieves the goal of by Gail Courneyea and has remained in the providing the best possible care for the client. position of President and CEO. Prior to developing Whether we realize it or not, we’re all on a lifelong the business, Gail was employed as a Registered journey of learning. Nurse in Intensive Care of a regional hospital where she launched her career and interest in the In the world of health care, firms face new aeromedical care field. challenges every day. Angels of Flight Canada to great interesting food production is acutely aware of the journalists, significant cost pressures As part of a dynamic team in the Intensive companies that Canadian Hospitalsand are restaurants facing withand the we want to Care Unit providing gold standard nursing care, to usebeds this knowledge to the benefit of added stresscontinue for finding for incoming she was called upon to accompany patients clients.to Along the wayongoing we learnt a lot about patients whileother continuing experience by helicopter, fixed wing aircraft and ground promotion that and how cook pasta. It was a problems of food overcrowding leaveto patients to other facilities which could better meet the none us would missed for the in hallways. journey Through its ofnew entity, have Global patient’s treatment needs. The creation of world.” 911 International, the firm offers a concierge Angels of Flight Canada and its various divisions of services to manage all the complexities of launched a 30-year career from flight nursing Alongsidepatients her passion luxury Tricia moving international backfor home or promotion, to care to administrative responsibilities in the global is also committed to women’s rights, and as a suitable facilities such as palliative care. The corporate environment of healthcare. woman with wide experience across wise use of resources provides cost savings to the corporate the challenges that are hospitals andlandscape relieves she the understands burdens placed on Facilitating the movement of thousands of ill faced andathe thattime have their staff who spend lot obstacles of valuable in already been and injured persons across Canada and to over insight which she iswhen keen to share with attempting toovercome, make travel arrangements 115 countries worldwide successfully by both they could beus. providing patient care. air ambulance and commercial airline is an
“At Carlyle Consultants we have benefited from working with a small team, in fact one of my current team members, Theresa Riches, was instrumental in helping me build my former business and is now Consultants. Our work in the jewellery sector of studying heritage jewellery is turning into
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OBE, known as the Godfather of Italian cooking. His passion and knowledge of the world of food, took my team in a different and very enjoyable direction, working with him on his books, promotions and world tours. Our contacts stretch
“During my career I have seen immense changes in the role of ‘women in business’, but we still have a long way to go. I feel very strongly that our past defines our future and for this reason it was a team decision to support the recent exhibition held at the Museum of London, to celebrate 100 years of the Suffragette movement. These women were pioneers in fighting for women’s rights
When it comes to selecting a career in business, having a strong knowledge of the service or product that is being sold or delivered is necessary because there is so much more to learn in business and many more obstacles or barriers that are encountered along the road to building success, that will occupy your time. Gail’s strength in healthcare as a nurse, aeromedical care graduate and in aviation as a pilot, flight safety provided the knowledge and experience base to build a business in the medical flight field. Entering into the “private business” of healthcare can be a daunting process that is complicated when the healthcare system is publicly funded. Combined with the field of aviation and medical transport that was predominately a male environment until recently, the challenges are enormous. As a woman working globally in this field, Gail recommends joining an international, recognized, women in business organization for support and networking. Accessing financing for growth is necessary so you need to carefully select an appropriate financial institution that supports “Women in Business”. Additionally, acquiring the appropriate business certifications and networking brings further credibility and important connections to expand your business and make better choices. Contracting out some essential services allows small business to have business expertise readily available at a fraction of the cost while maintaining internal quality for staff and clients.
and it is inspirational to see across the world the Ultimately, while not everyone findtoproviding women who arewould willing push hard to ensure medical care we in the a suitable haveaira environment voice on every platform. We worked occupation given the physical and emotional with Variety, the Children’s charity on their new demands, the initiative, success the of each medical flight iswhich honours Catherine Awards, extremely rewarding for Gail and of herinspirational team. Everywomen. I was the achievements assignment has its own story is special. is completely blownand away with theIt women who are the commitment dedication to caring others making big outand there in big and smallfor companies that has brought great topersonal satisfaction for is impressive sacrifices follow their dreams. What Gail, and moving forward she will be working to is the majority of those who had children and still build upon thisfound and support even more clients. time to support various charitable causes.” “To ensure that women remain supported in business, I believe that there should be more mentoring opportunities for women. I hate to see women making the same mistakes I made when starting a business. It would be wonderful
recognition, but the words integrity, respect and truth are still the mantras for communication. The old advertising man and PR girl is a dying breed; they are being replaced with a new brand of communicators, who understand their industry on every level. Major companies are taking communications seriously and I am pleased to see this is happening at board level. Although “Ultimately, the communications industry has many industries such as the property industries reached a major turning point; the industry needs are still male dominated, this will have to change to be taken seriously. There has been a number with the women at board level being paid as much of other companies fail due in part to the fact they as the men and the old boys network banished have failed to communicate. The odd press release into history. However, in the luxury brands, I written by an intern is not Acquisition the way to communicate. see more and more womenAwards carving9 a role for International - 2018 Influential Businesswoman Communication starts at the very heart of a themselves and it is inspiring. I look forward to company, which is the staff, your customers and being among them and supporting others in their stakeholders.” journey to success.” if people could be more open about failure, you learn more from your mistakes and it is better to fail at something than have the fear of failure.” Specifically within the communications space, Tricia foresees many exciting developments over the coming years which she is keen to take advantage of.
“There are now many different ways of reaching your target audience, who have changed beyond
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RuStyle Ltd.
Most Influential Woman in PR 2018 - UK Company: RuStyle Ltd. Contact: Alina Blinova Email: alina@rustyleltd.com Web Address: www.rustyleltd.com and www.alinablinova.com
RuStyle Ltd. RuStyle is a new kind of creative PR agency that connects brands with people by turning them into clients. Founder Alina Blinova explores how she developed this new concept and how it is changing the PR market for the better. Established by Alina, RuStyle specialises in profile-raising, audience development, brand management and revenue generation. Alina tells us more about this innovative company and the solutions it has to offer.
lesson which helps me on a daily basis in clients and also on a very personal level.” “At RuStyle, we use our expertise, industry knowledge and the vast UK, Middle Eastern and international networks to create the bespoke, effective and inspiring event, print, digital and social media campaigns for the world’s leading luxury fashion, jewellery, beauty and lifestyle brands. Among our clients are de GRISOGONO, Valentino, Dior, Ralph Lauren, Piaget, Greubel Forsey, Iris Alexander, Judith Leiber and many others. We connect these clients with their target
As a former investment banker with experience working for financial giants including Barclays Capital, Alina understands that for women to achieve success in any industry they need to work hard and showcase their talents to the full. She explores how she draws on her vast industry experience in more detail and shares how her background has shaped her leadership of RuStyle.
“Being ex-investment banker with two economic degrees gave me the strength to overcome any difficulties in my life and business with logic thinking and strategy building mentality. My work in finance taught me to find solutions in any difficult situations I might be, to be disciplined and deliver everything on time. Basically, after my very taught education and experience in the male-driven finance world, I learned to never give up, always deliver and follow my beliefs.” “The financial world and being only one of the very few ladies on a trading floor of 1000nds of men truly taught me to be stronger in business, in deal negotiations and gave me more confidence in my life. My logical and analytical thinking taught me to predict and oversee situation few steps ahead. This is a particularly useful lesson which helps me on a daily basis in any possible meeting negotiations with clients and also on a very personal level.” “Today, my financial background is reflected in my refined approach to all matters, accentuating the importance of a sophisticated, cultured method of execution, which is equally important to the extravagance of the final product or service. I insist on the meticulous preparation and completion of every project, offering customised attention to details to the individual’s desires.” Drawing on her experience as a woman in a male dominated market, Alina explores the advice she would give to a woman looking to succeed as she has in this fast paced and competitive market.
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audiences, generating media endorsement and audience engagement to deliver a real commercial advantage for our clients.”
“Each of us is unique in its own way, and the main advice I can give is the one I give and remind to myself on a daily basis: “Follow your beliefs and follow your dreams, nothing should stop you.
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As she explores the future, Alina is keen to highlight her focus on achieving even greater success for RuStyle and providing the firm’s innovative range of solutions to an even wider client base.
“Looking ahead, my ongoing focus is on success, both for myself and my company. To achieve this, I will continue to deliver the very best services to my clients, and I hope one day that RuStyle will become globally recognized brand with an international reputation as the best PR company in the industry.”
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ChildLight Yoga®
Company: ChildLight Yoga Contact: Lisa Flynn Address: 53 Washington Street, Suite LL100, Dover, NH 03820, USA Phone: 001 603 343 4116 Website: www.childlightyoga.com & www.yoga4classrooms.com
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ChildLight Yoga® and its’ school-focused brand, Yoga 4 Classrooms®, provide evidence-informed yoga and mindfulness education to children and youth, as well as training, products and resources for parents, educators, yoga teachers, allied professionals, schools, community organizations and others who support the physical, social and emotional well-being of children, young people and families. We invited Founder and CEO Lisa Flynn, a leading expert in the field of yoga and mindfulness for children internationally, to talk us through how she draws on her past experience and knowledge of this sector to offer her clients innovative solutions that meets their individual needs and promotes youth wellness. Established by Lisa in 2005, ChildLight Yoga® and Yoga 4 Classrooms® are both internationallyrecognized organizations which draw on Lisa’s vast experience in the yoga and education spaces to offer a range of innovative trainings and products to support young people and those who care for them. Lisa shares an insight into how she came to create this dynamic company and how she uses her experience to support those she teaches.
“Drawing on my experience, I decided to create ChildLight Yoga® 13 years ago. With a degree in Communication in hand, I spent 10 years as an Advertising Executive and Marketing Director, followed by five years as a Business Manager for a multi-million-dollar property development firm, all of which proved excellent education and experience as foundation for success as an entrepreneur. “The health and wellness industry has grown exponentially since I got started. Specifically, there is an increasing focus on whole child health, particularly in schools, as educators, administrators and policy makers are realizing that social, emotional and physical health is the foundation needed for academic and life success. The market is dominated by women with innovative ideas and a deep desire to help and support children, and I am proud to be among them as I work to provide innovative, accessible solutions for providing yoga and mindfulness education to youth and in schools.”
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This positive, supportive approach is something that Lisa cherishes, and was key part of her decision to move from working in business to starting her own business, as she highlights.
“Working in a corporate environment in leadership positions and then as CEO of my own company, I have sometimes been challenged to find a comfortable balance between being nurturing and compassionate, as is often expected of
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women particularly in my field, and playing big, having the strong voice and confident decisionmaking ability needed to effectively lead and grow. However, I no longer feel that dichotomy quite as much. Within our all-female organization, we clearly defined team roles and responsibilities, established a set of core values together, and committed to living and modelling what we are teaching such as being mindful, thoughtful communicators, and creating an internal culture of positivity and respect which also trickles out into the world.”
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Alongside running ChildLight Yoga® and Yoga 4 Classrooms®, Lisa is also author of a number of books on how to teach yoga and mindfulness to the young, including Yoga 4 Classrooms Activity Card Deck (2011); Yoga for Children: 200+ Yoga Poses, Breathing Exercises, and Meditation for Healthier, Happier, More Resilient Children (2013); as well as the recently published Yoga for Children - Yoga Cards: Yoga Poses and Mindfulness Activities for Healthier, More Resilient Kids (2018). She is also a contributor to Best Practices for Yoga in Schools (2015); contributor and sponsor of the Research Repository: Yoga, Mindfulness and Meditation for Children, Adolescents and in Schools (2016); and contributor to the first research study to use subjective and objective data to examine the acute and longitudinal effects of a school based yoga intervention in young children published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine.
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As a national presenter, Lisa speaks regularly on a range of topics including yoga and mindfulness for children as well as business, entrepreneurship and personal sustainability. Her studio and training centre located in Dover, NH, the headquarters of her national organization, was recently honoured as the region’s “Small Business of the Year,” for its notable national growth as well as for its’ ongoing contributions to the local community. Acquisition International - 2018 Influential Businesswoman Awards 13
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Fashion Marketing Business Leader of the Year 2018 - United Kingdom Company: Fashion Pony Ltd Contact: Victoria Reddington Address: Spring Valley Mills, Stanningley, Leeds, LS28 6DW, UK Phone: 07966 476631 Website: www.fashionpony.co.uk
Fashion Pony Ltd Fashion Pony Ltd is a fashion marketing agency with the unique advantage of industry experience. We profile the firm, alongside Co-Founder and Director Victoria Reddington to find out more and explore how the firm puts this experience to use to ensure excellence for its discerning clients. Fashion Pony is an innovative Leeds based marketing agency with real world experience which gives its team all the know-how for launching, promoting or expanding its clients’ labels.
service offering, Fashion Pony is able to offer clients a one-stop-shop for all their branding and marketing needs. This has led the firm to work with a range of renowned clients and household names including New Look, H&M, Topshop, River Island and Asda’s clothing line George.
The company began life as a successful online fashion boutique offering designs from emerging, independent fashion designers and independent brands. Instead of generic high street labels, Fashion Pony stocked one-offs and limited editions from radical young designers, independent labels and fashion students striving to think outside the box. Trading online and via various pop up shops - including a six month pop up boutique in a Westfield Shopping Centre - Fashion Pony evolved from a platform for designers into a pure marketing agency upon the epiphany that independent designers gained the most value from the its platform thanks to Fashion Pony’s team’s marketing support and strategy for their brands, rather than as in a marketplace for selling product.
Victoria, who is Director and Co-Founder of Fashion Pony, is a creative connoisseur, digital entrepreneur and fashion expert who draws on her vast industry experience to support her clients and offer them a truly unique service offering that meets their requirements across a range of media and markets. National fashion brands such as Harvey Nichols, Zara, Next and may more have since commissioned Fashion Pony for their services ranging from catwalk production and model bookings, through to Photoshoots, Look Book production with a strong emphasis on Influencer and Blogger outreach.
Today, thanks its vast experience in the market, the firm offers a vast array of services. From lookbooks to catwalks, photoshoots to advertising, the team can support their clients in creating and maintaining a brand with an edge. Additional services offered by the firm include photography, social media support, branding videography, PR services and web design. Thanks to this vast
Ultimately, Fashion Pony’s incredible success has been the result of the firm’s vast service offering and its team wide-ranging expertise. Moving forward, the team will continue to enhance their skills and knowledge base to ensure that clients continue to receive the cutting edge support and solutions that they have come to rely on to create powerful brands that reach their target audience.
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Most Influential Legal Leader - Colorado Company: Steamboat Lawyers Group, PLLC Contact: Sherri Sweers Address: 635 Yampa Street, P.O. Box 775565, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477, USA Phone: 001 970 879-7611 Website: steamboatlawyersgroup.com
Steamboat Lawyers Group, PLLC Steamboat Lawyers Group, PLLC is founded upon the premise that effective legal representation includes not only a thorough knowledge of the law, but consistent client communication and upfront advice, all on a cost-effective basis. We profile the firm and Attorney Sherri Sweers to find out more. Sherri Sweers, Attorney: Steamboat Lawyers Group, PLLC
Department. She was also an adjunct professor at the University of Denver School of Law and the Daniels College of Business. During her legal education, Sherri had the fortunate opportunity to work as a Law Clerk with Gerry Spence at Spence, Moriarity & Schuster, in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Upon graduating from law school yet before moving to Denver, Sherri served as a clerk to the Ninth Judicial District Court, and The Honorable D. Terry Rogers, The Honorable Nancy J. Guthrie, and The Honorable Elizabeth A. Kail in Jackson Hole and Lander, Wyoming. Ultimately, at Steamboat Lawyers Group, the treat clients like family, and every member handles a full range of legal needs with the utmost professionalism. Through the team’s preparation and vigilance, they assist clients with making sound decisions, creating new opportunities, obtaining practical results, and reaching solid solutions to legal issues together, and this will remain their ongoing focus as the firm and Sherri look forward to a bright and opportunity filled future.
Since its inception in 2011, Steamboat Lawyers Group has aimed to develop a different approach to the traditional legal practice. The firm’s goal is to offer exceptional professional legal service, present sincere and candid advice while keeping a direct line of communication with our clients, and provide honest billing with no hidden costs. The team value their clients and want to develop long-term relationships with them. Previously Sherri was an associate at Feldmann Nagel, LLC in Steamboat Springs, Colorado for eight years until she opened Steamboat Lawyers Group, PLLC, in May of 2011. Her legal practice in Steamboat focused on real estate law, business law, estate planning, natural resources and litigation. Prior to working in Steamboat, she practiced law in a variety of law firms in Denver, Colorado, including Kissenger and Fellman, PC, and White and Steele, PC, as well as in house at the University of Denver Athletic
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