At this Freelance Mum event, hear from three amazing women, each sharing their journeys, in celebration of #IWD. This is an external event run by IPSE Ambassador and member Faye Dicker. IPSE members receive a discount to the event. 

How to Bravely keep going when you fail, and fail again with Claire Dormand: Claire Dormand is the CEO of LoveWell, a female-led, social enterprise creating supportive pathways into employment for women who have experienced trafficking and exploitation. Prior to this she worked in project management in several charities, including the Big Issue in the North and St George’s Crypt in Leeds. She has lived in Bristol for 10 years, working in local community work before co-founding LoveWell with two other women.

Go Bold: Mastering the confidence to raise your rates, talk and interactive workshop with Laura Callahan: Laura is the founder of Willow Recruiting. Together we will look at what holds us back. Why our costs increase. Often we should increase our rates. How much we should charge. How to prepare. Communication method. Do’s & Don’ts. Laura’s energy and know-how leaves you inspired!

Don’t let Bonkers headlines put you off investing, with Susannah Streeter: Susannah, Head of Money and Markets and key contributor to Hargreaves Lansdown content and passionate Financially Fearless ambassador. She plays a pivotal role in advancing the Financially Fearless mission to tackle financial inequality, empowering women to save and invest for a brighter, more secure future.

Speed networking and low carbon action plan activity, with our partners at BrisBES: A fun, engaging session, between low carbon hot spots, to keep you moving.

Panel talk with our three main speakers: An engaging opportunity to put your questions to our speakers of the day.

Food, from The Jamacian Hideway: A delicious meal including brown stew chicken or chickpea and potato curry, all served with rice coleslaw, sweetcorn fritters, BBQ fry wings and broccoli salad.

Get a Professional Headshot at Brave Bold and Bonkers!: Adèle of SuperFunkyPenguin Photo + Video will be joining us at this year’s International Women’s Day event!  For £15 (exclusive offer for attendees), you’ll receive a professional headshot to update your social media profiles or business pages. This is the perfect opportunity to refresh your online presence.  Book your slot in advance to secure your headshot. Pre-booking ensures you’ll “jump the queue” and save time on the day. Pre-book now or pay on the day (contactless payments accepted). Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!