Harley Street BID celebrates International Women’s Day with business community
The Harley Street Business Improvement District brought members of its business community together for its annual International Women’s Day breakfast, held this year at the Energy Institute
The event celebrated the achievements of women across the district and provided an opportunity for businesses to connect and discuss how to continue supporting inclusion and collaboration in the workplace.
This year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” highlighted the power of mentoring, allyship and knowledge sharing in building more inclusive environments.
Guests heard from two speakers who shared their experiences and insights. Georgina Worrall, Head of POWERful Women, spoke about improving gender diversity in leadership, while Katherine Spenley, editor of the Daily Mail’s Inspire magazine discussed the role of storytelling and leadership in amplifying women’s voices.
Alongside events like this, the BID continues to support initiatives that strengthen connections across the district, including networking events, wellbeing activities and professional development opportunities for local businesses.
Safety also remains a priority. The BID is currently exploring the introduction of Safe Havens across the district - clearly identifiable locations where anyone feeling vulnerable can seek immediate support.
Reflecting on the event, Nicki Palmer said: “International Women’s Day is always a special moment for our community. It gives us the chance to come together, celebrate the achievements of women across our district and discuss how we can continue to support one another. Events like this highlight the strength of the Harley Street community and the importance of creating spaces where people can connect and inspire positive change.”