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Meet Our Member: Sparq
We’re delighted to introduce our members Sparq to Yorkshire Ladies Links. Sparq is a trusted event production partner, offering tailored support for live, hybrid and virtual events. They operate across Leeds, Hull and Manchester. The team provides full-service event delivery or flexible solutions, supporting clients with as much or as little as needed. This can include everything from event management, AV hire and technical support to creative production and event branding se


Meet Our Member: Sarah Brown –Nutritional Therapy
At Yorkshire Ladies Links, we love celebrating the wonderful women within our network, discovering more about their businesses, their journeys and the passions that drive them. Today, we’re delighted to introduce Sarah Brown, founder of Sarah Brown Nutritional Therapy, who supports women to better understand their bodies, improve their wellbeing and feel more confident in their health. Supporting women through nutrition and lifestyle Based in Leeds and working with clients wo


Members Supporting Members: How Taste Cuisine Yorkshire and NEO Founders came together through Yorkshire Ladies Links
One of the things we love most about Yorkshire Ladies Links is seeing the genuine relationships built through our network turn into real business opportunities. Networking is about so much more than exchanging business cards or meeting people at events; it’s about getting to know one another, building trust and making connections that can open doors. The story of our members Kerry Ray of Taste Cuisine Yorkshire and Samantha Wagstaff of NEO Founders is a lovely example of exac


Meet Our Member: Larissa - Representing RINGANA Fresh Skincare & Wellbeing
We’re delighted to introduce Larissa, who is 38, a mum of four and lives with her husband and family in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside near Harrogate. Health, skincare and wellbeing have become a real passion of hers, and she’s currently studying Nutrition alongside building her RINGANA business. For Larissa, the two fit together perfectly. Her aim is to take a genuinely holistic approach to wellbeing – looking not only at what we put on our skin, but also at how w


Spaces Booking Up For 'This Is Me' Conference
Ten Inspirational Yorkshire Women Take Centre Stage at the Yorkshire Ladies Links ‘This Is Me’ Conference Yorkshire Ladies Links is bringing together ten remarkable women for what promises to be one of the most powerful and inspiring conferences for women in Yorkshire in 2027. The Yorkshire Ladies Links ‘This Is Me’ Conference, taking place on Friday 26th February 2027 at the Pavilions of Harrogate, will bring together women from across Yorkshire for a full day of inspiri


Meet Our Member: Mills & Reeve Family & Children Law
We’re delighted to welcome and introduce Mills & Reeve as a new Yorkshire Ladies Links member Mills & Reeve's Leeds family and children law team is recognised for its technical expertise, practical approach and outstanding client service. As part of one of the UK's leading family and children law teams, they advise on complex family law matters for clients across Yorkshire, the UK and internationally, helping them navigate challenging situations with confidence while reducing


Why do our exhibitors repeatedly sign up for our Conference each year?
Because it’s so much more than an exhibition. It’s a day filled with connection, inspiration, brilliant women and businesses — and a community that genuinely wants to see each other thrive. We asked Yorkshire Ladies Links member and 2nd-time exhibitor Natalia Willmott why she’s coming back to exhibit at This Is Me… “I signed up to exhibit at the ‘This Is Me’ Yorkshire Ladies Links Conference because I have attended both the conference and the exhibition (as an exhibitor last


Meet Our Member: Melissa Sookia, Founder of LIVVE
“Every woman deserves to feel heard, understood and supported to feel like herself again.” Meet Melissa Sookia, a pharmacist, independent prescriber and Registered British Menopause Society Specialist. She is also the founder of LIVVE, a specialist menopause and women’s health clinic based in Leeds. After more than 20 years as a pharmacist, Melissa had seen how difficult it could be for women to access joined-up care. Women were trying to navigate appointments, blood tests, p


Meet Our Member and new PR Partner, Claire Kenny, Founder of Write for you PR and Ghostwriting Ltd
We’re delighted to introduce Claire Kenny, whose company offers support to a range of public figures, businesses and charities. Claire isn’t just a member – she’s also Yorkshire Ladies Links’ first-ever official PR partner and will be working with our Founder, Melanie Malcolm, to further boost our reputation as Yorkshire’s premier membership organisation. Claire has almost 30 years of experience as a commercial copywriter and communications professional. After originally work


Meet Our Member: Steph Best, Founder of Definitive Style
We’re delighted to introduce Steph Best, who recently joined Yorkshire Ladies Links after launching Definitive Style, an online ladies fashion boutique she has set up with her daughter, Lucy. For Steph, fashion has always been a big part of her life. With many years of experience working in retail for well-known brands including Warehouse, Mint Velvet, Whistles and Daniel Footwear, the idea of creating something of her own had always been there in the background. Now, she has


Meet Our Member: Fay Cartlidge, Daisy First Aid
We’re delighted to introduce Fay Cartlidge, the face behind Daisy First Aid Leeds, Harrogate, Ripon, Ilkley and Baildon, who joined Yorkshire Ladies Links earlier this year. Fay took over the Daisy First Aid franchise in 2024 and has since grown her territory to cover even more communities across Yorkshire. With a background in teaching and a desire to build a career that worked around family life, becoming a First Aid Trainer was a natural next step. Her passion for first ai


Yorkshire Ladies Links and The Padel Network Bring 40 Women Together for a Fantastic Padel Event
What happens when two founders, both passionate about bringing women together, put their communities behind one event? A brilliant day of padel, new connections, plenty of laughter and more than 40 women getting involved. Yorkshire Ladies Links Founder, Melanie Malcolm, and The Padel Network Founder, Jodie Harris, worked closely together to make the collaboration a success, combining their communities, experience and marketing to create an event that attracted more than 40 wo


Ten Inspirational Yorkshire Women Take Centre Stage at the Yorkshire Ladies Links ‘This Is Me’ Conference
Friday 26th February, 2027 - Pavilions of Harrogate. Yorkshire Ladies Links is bringing together ten remarkable women for what promises to be one of the most powerful and inspiring conferences for women in Yorkshire in 2027. The Yorkshire Ladies Links ‘This Is Me’ Conference, taking place on Friday 26th February 2027 at the Pavilions of Harrogate, will bring together women from across Yorkshire for a full day of inspiring stories, honest conversations, connection, confidence


Meet Our Member: Fodder - The Great Yorkshire Food Hall
We are delighted to introduce one of our valued Yorkshire Ladies Links members, Fodder – The Great Yorkshire Food Hall. Situated on the Great Yorkshire Showground, Fodder is an award-winning Farm Shop and Café with a story that is deeply rooted in Yorkshire, farming and the local community. Established in 2009 to support the local farming community during the Foot and Mouth Crisis, Fodder has continued to grow and develop and is now proud to work with more than 400 Yorkshire


Every Woman Has A Story
PARTNER EVENT: We are delighted to introduce an event hosted by our fabulous Yorkshire Ladies Links Member, Rachel Peru. SAVE THE DATE! It's a double celebration! Join Rachel to celebrate the launch of her first swimsuit and International Podcast Day - her first ever Liberté-Free to Be live event. Wednesday 30th September, 7–10 pm, Hotel du Vin, Harrogate Ticket £25 (includes a welcome drink and goody bag) BOOK TICKETS HERE After sitting on the idea of launching her own swimw


Meet Our Member: Dalia Botanique
We are delighted to welcome Dalia Botanique as a new member of Yorkshire Ladies Links. “From Garden to Bottle” Dalia Botanique is a Wakefield skincare brand inspired by British botanicals and made for people who love the outdoors. Dalia lives in Hall Green with her other half, several chickens and a rotation of rescued and foster animals! Creating skincare had been a long time dream for Dalia, her French mum had a great skincare routine and used to take her to the upmarket Fr


Meet Our Member: Mo Brazier, Founder of Snug Aromatics
At Yorkshire Ladies Links, we love celebrating the incredible women behind Yorkshire businesses, and this month we are delighted to introduce our member, Mo Brazier, founder of Snug Aromatics. Over the last few years, Mo has become a valued supporter of Yorkshire Ladies Links, regularly attending our networking events, conferences, charity lunches and shopping events. She has built some fantastic business relationships through our community, with many of those connections hel


Meet Our Member: Thorpe Park Hotel & Spa, Leeds
We are delighted to welcome Thorpe Park Hotel & Spa, Leeds, as a valued member of Yorkshire Ladies Links. A stunning four-star hotel combining contemporary style, exceptional hospitality and a welcoming atmosphere, Thorpe Park Hotel & Spa is the perfect destination for business, leisure and special occasions. Located just off Junction 46 of the M1, the hotel is ideally positioned for guests travelling from Leeds, Harrogate, York and further afield, offering a convenient and a


Charity News: A Powerful Collaboration Sparked at Our Reset & Rise Conference
One of the most meaningful outcomes to emerge from our recent Reset & Rise Conference was a serendipitous connection made at our event last February, where local marketing consultant Olivia Parker of Storyteller Marketing discovered the work of IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Services), the Yorkshire-based domestic abuse and sexual violence charity. IDAS provides a free, confidential helpline, community-based support, and emergency refuge accommodation for anyone needing to


Members exclusive offer: Building Resilience half day workshop with 2-course lunch, 30th June - £40
Yorkshire Ladies Links member Elaine Morris is an Executive Coach who has spent the last few years building EmpowerHer - a programme specifically designed to bring women together to raise confidence and self-belief, and to support each other through the tricky times. Every quarter, she runs a small coaching workshop focused on professional and personal development. The next session is on 30th June at The Normans in Bilborough, near York, and she’s delighted to be joined by Ch


Meet Our Member: Wanderlust Stories
Yorkshire Ladies Links is excited to feature Wanderlust Stories, a womenswear and accessories brand created by sisters Helen and Lisa Gordon. Wanderlust Stories started with a simple frustration, struggling to find holiday and occasion pieces that felt a bit different from what was on the high street. From that, Helen and Lisa built a brand focused on making holiday dressing easy, stylish and stress-free all year round. Their collections are carefully curated to include versa


Meet Our Member: Ridley & Hall Solicitors
Please give a welcome to Ridley & Hall Solicitors, joining our Yorkshire Ladies Links member community. Ridley & Hall is a well-established Yorkshire law firm with offices across Yorkshire in Huddersfield, Barnsley, Leeds and South Elmsall. They offer both in-person and remote appointments, making their services accessible and flexible for clients. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services with a genuine focus on client care. Their Private Family Dep


Meet Our Member: Sue Carter, Owner of HQ Hair
At Yorkshire Ladies Links, we are proud to shine a spotlight on the incredible women within our community, and this week, we are delighted to introduce Sue Carter, owner of HQ Hair based in North Leeds. Sue founded HQ Hair and has proudly led the salon for the past eight years, bringing with her more than 30 years of experience within the hairdressing industry. Throughout her career, she has built a reputation for her honest approach, professionalism, and genuine care for eve


Meet Our Member: Fiona Moss - Advanced Nurse Practitioner & Aesthetics Practitioner
This month, we’re pleased to introduce Fiona Moss, who has recently joined Yorkshire Ladies Links and brings with her a story many women will quietly recognise. Fiona is in her 50s and works as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner in the NHS. Her background is firmly grounded in clinical practice, with a Master’s in Advanced Practice, an Independent Prescribing qualification, and a PGCE in Clinical Education. Her career has always centred around evidence-based care, safety, and sup
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