This week, Ali had the privilege of attending the International Women’s Day event hosted by Desk2Educate Ltd and organised by Becky Lodge BA (Hons) FRSA.

The event brought together an inspiring line-up of women, including Donna Jones, Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and Isle of Wight; Becca Dean MBE, Co-founder of The Girls’ Network; Hollie Smith of Navis Consulting; Olivia Breen, three-time Commonwealth champion and Tammy Markley – Chartered FCIPD, Cluster Director of Human Resources for the South West and Wales Cluster at Marriott International in Portsmouth.

These incredible women shared their journeys, highlighting resilience, career progression and empowerment. Their stories served as a powerful reminder of the impact of mentorship and the importance of lifting each other up.

At Red Lester, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where women can thrive and achieve their full potential. Attending events like this reinforces our dedication to championing equality and supporting the next generation of female leaders.

A big thank you to all the speakers and organisers for creating such a meaningful and motivational event!