Though there are reams of admirable businesses founded by women, many of which have featured in this newspaper already, we have decided to spotlight 15 of them to celebrate IWD 2025.
From a family-friendly cafe to a salon run by a sister duo, why not take the opportunity to support one of the following businesses this weekend or throughout March.
If you want to see your favourite businesses continue to thrive, it is key to show your support in whatever way you can – whether that be paying them a regular visit or simply engaging with their social media platforms.
Many business owners have already expressed their worry about what lies ahead in 2025, so being a loyal customer has never been more important.
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5. Pamper My Poochie
First launched in July 2016 by Jules Guy, Pamper My Poochie offers holistic dog spa and dental treatments, dog sitting, walking and their popular wedding chaperone service. It was in 2021 when the company’s groomers was launched in Gloucester Avenue, where the spa treatments take place, and this has also proved a success. Photo: Pamper My Poochie
6. The Breathe In Space
The Breathe In Space, located in Welford Road, Kingsthorpe, is a studio providing yoga classes and a holistic centre for all kinds of wellness treatments. From the varying yoga practices and reflexology, to meditation circles and sound baths, business owner Jo Moore-Occhiuzzi found her calling with The Breathe In Space. Photo: The Breathe In Space
7. Spread
Spread opened in Adnitt Road, Abington in January 2023, less than three years after grazing tables kickstarted the business for Amy Adams. As the hobby gained momentum and the time came for Amy to return to her job in September 2019 following maternity, she never returned and took Spread on full-time. Her sandwiches are extremely popular in the town. Photo: Spread
8. The Last Bite Bakery
Amelia Haden believes her vegan and gluten-free business The Last Bite Bakery assisted her eating disorder recovery, and she is proud to run it independently from her town centre home. Not only does she stock her bakes in a variety of locations across the county, but she is commissioned for custom orders too. She one day hopes to open her own cafe. Photo: The Last Bite Bakery