Well what can I say? When I created the Maven Awards I never in a million years dreamt that the night would be so inspiring, uplifting & empowering. If you could have bottled the energy in the room up it would be priceless! Come along this year, be a part of our unique evening celebrating and cheerleading Winchester’s Female Entrepreneurs & Women in Business. Maybe you’ll nominate yourself or a friend, sponsor an award or just come along, you are welcome here!

I’m thrilled to be back as the Headline Photographer and Sponsor of the Maven Awards for the 3rd year running! It’s such a buzz to be around so many inspirational women, celebrating their achievements.

I’m Philippa and I am a people photographer with 20 years’ experience, and I can say, hands down, the absolutely best bit about my job is taking natural photographs of people. I love meeting new people, making a connection and capturing the truly authentic and real personalities of all those I have the pleasure of working with.

18 years of travelling the world and photographing people at all stages of their life. I am so grateful to every person who trusts me to capture these moments.

Joanne Sumner is the Regional Director of The Athena Network Winchester, supporting businesswomen to connect, collaborate and grow with confidence. An experienced coach, she helps women create success on their own terms.

A serial entrepreneur, Joanne blends practical business strategy with wellbeing, coaching and teaching. She leads Athena groups in Winchester Central, Bishops Waltham, Eastleigh and Stockbridge, creating spaces where women can share experience, strengthen their businesses and feel genuinely supported.

Joanne is proud to sponsor the Maven Awards Community Award and is passionate about celebrating women who make a difference.

Giuseppe Manco Salon is a luxury Italian-inspired hair salon in the heart of Winchester, founded in 2021 by award-winning stylist Giuseppe Manco and his wife, beauty and haircare expert Veronika. Together they bring over two decades of combined experience to creating personalised hair experiences, specialising in precision cutting, colour correction and hair-spa treatments, all delivered with a warm, friendly Italian welcome.

Celebrated for its high standards of client care, sustainable practices and stylish, relaxing atmosphere, the salon has earned multiple industry accolades — including Best Local Salon and Stylist of the Year Awards.

Veronika and Giuseppe are proud to sponsor the Client Care Award at The Maven Awards, reflecting their passion for outstanding personalised service and their commitment to making every client feel valued, confident and truly looked after.

Camile Thai Winchester brings fresh, healthy Thai food and vibrant flavours to Winchester, serving delicious made-to-order dishes with a focus on quality ingredients and sustainability.

The Winchester branch is part of the wider Camile Thai restaurant and delivery network — known for its innovative approach to Thai cuisine, sustainable packaging and thoughtfully designed guest experience.

Camile’s ethos centres on “good mood Thai food” and building a sustainable future, combining traditional Thai flavour with modern delivery and dine-in convenience.

Camile Thai Winchester is proud to sponsor the Rising Maven Award at The Maven Awards, celebrating the ambition, creativity and early-stage success of new businesses and employees embarking on their professional journeys — values that reflect the bold spirit of Camile’s own growth and community focus.

Studio U is a cutting-edge hair salon in Winchester founded by multi-award-winning stylist Harry Andreou, who brings world-class creativity, precision and a passion for innovation to every client experience. At Studio U, hairdressing is treated as an art form — from bespoke cutting and bold colour work to creative styling — reflecting Harry’s commitment to pushing boundaries and inspiring confidence through personalised, expressive looks.

Partnering with K18, a revolutionary hair-care brand known for its science-driven peptide technology that repairs and strengthens hair from within, Studio U champions the intersection of creativity and cutting-edge care.

Studio U and K18 are proud sponsors of the Creative Maven Award at The Maven Awards, celebrating imaginative talent, innovative thinkers and those who use creativity to shape outstanding work — a perfect reflection of their shared dedication to artistry, inspiration and pushing the boundaries in beauty and beyond.

Zoe Palmer is a Winchester-based Gold Travel Counsellor with over 25 years’ experience in the travel industry. From luxury tailor-made adventures and honeymoons to family getaways and eco-friendly escapes, Zoe designs personalised journeys that take the stress out of planning and bring holiday dreams to life.

Zoe’s passion for travel and exceptional client care sets her apart; she takes time to understand each traveller’s unique needs, handles every detail with care and expertise, and remains a trusted partner from first enquiry to return home — always ready with solutions and support along the way.

For the 3rd Year running, Zoe is proud to sponsor the Power House Maven Award at The Maven Awards, celebrating the unsung heroes who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make businesses thrive — recognition she believes is long overdue for those who make a powerful impact without always being in the spotlight.

BEYOND Winchester is a leading fitness and wellness studio offering Pilates and movement-based classes designed to strengthen the body, improve flexibility and boost overall wellbeing. With expert instructors and state-of-the-art equipment, BEYOND combines precision, technique and personalised guidance to create sessions that are effective, safe and enjoyable for all fitness levels.

BEYOND goes beyond traditional workouts, focusing on controlled movements that build core strength, enhance posture and support long-term physical and mental health. From reformer-based Pilates to small group classes and wellness programmes, every session is designed to leave participants feeling stronger, more balanced and energised.

BEYOND Winchester is proud to sponsor the Fitness & Wellness Maven of the Year Award at The Maven Awards, celebrating the teachers, coaches and wellness experts who inspire healthier, happier lives and champion the wellbeing of our community.

Natalie Hamer is the founder of Maven Media, a social media marketing agency helping businesses amplify their reach, grow engagement and build authentic online communities. Through strategy, content creation and hands-on coaching, Natalie empowers clients to make social media work for their goals, not the other way around.

With a focus on practical, results-driven support, Natalie blends creativity with strategy, helping businesses—from startups to established brands—develop a clear voice, engage their audiences effectively and achieve measurable growth online.

Natalie is proud to sponsor the Marketing Maven Award at The Maven Awards, celebrating the innovators, strategists and creatives who harness the power of marketing to grow business and inspire communities.

Active Bystander is a leading training provider empowering businesses and individuals with practical tools and confidence to challenge inappropriate behaviour and help create safer, more respectful environments. Through live workshops, tailored sessions and interactive eLearning modules, they focus on building skills to recognise, respond to and prevent unacceptable conduct such as bullying, harassment and discrimination in the workplace and beyond.

Trusted by organisations across multiple sectors, Active Bystander combines expert facilitators with evidence‑based techniques to support positive culture change, boost confidence in speaking up, and equip teams with the language and strategies to act with confidence and respect.

Active Bystander is proud to sponsor the Business Maven Award at The Maven Awards, celebrating the leaders, innovators and changemakers who drive positive impact in business — championing workplaces where voices are heard, behaviours are challenged and everyone can thrive.

Hi I’m Sarah, A Personal Stylist based in Winchester with a true passion to encourage all to Rewear, Restyle, Shop Mindfully and support our local Charity Shops.

Last year I sponsored The Creative Maven of the Year Award and this year I’m thrilled to be back sponsoring an Entertainment act - I simply couldn’t not be a part of The Mavens!

I love helping with style dilemmas - from choosing daywear, or an outfit for a special event to re-purposing pre-loved clothes.

I can’t wait to see all of your outfits at the awards!

I’m Delphine and I’m truly passionate about connecting and community which is why I’ve chosen to Sponsor the Community Maven of the Year award. I attended the Maven awards last year as a guest and felt so inspired by the female talent in the room.

I’m of French and Canadian nationalities, I’ve lived most of my life in the UK while maintaining strong ties to France through education, work and holidays. Fully bilingual in French and English I’ve taught both languages for over 20 years under the Delcantell umbrella, earning my TEFL (2002) and PTLLS Certificate (2009). I’ve love to welcome you to a class!