It wasn’t all smooth behind the scenes though as Guest Speaker, Jo Fairley of Green & Black’s was struck down with Covid on the eve of the event. Pink Link's Coral Horn, pictured here with Alison Edgar MBE, said: "After the initial wobble, we did what we do best – when disaster strikes, we make a plan and reach out to our network! Two amazing female speakers dropped everything and stepped up to the rescue. From the applause, emails and comments on social media, their stories resounded with the audience and they were absolutely brilliant.”

It wasn’t all smooth behind the scenes though as Guest Speaker, Jo Fairley of Green & Black’s was struck down with Covid on the eve of the event. Pink Link's Coral Horn, pictured here with Alison Edgar MBE, said: "After the initial wobble, we did what we do best – when disaster strikes, we make a plan and reach out to our network! Two amazing female speakers dropped everything and stepped up to the rescue. From the applause, emails and comments on social media, their stories resounded with the audience and they were absolutely brilliant.”

Lancashire businesses showcased for International Women's Day

Hundreds of women celebrated “sisters doing business for themselves” at a major Lancashire showcase.

By Tim Gavell

Published 10th Mar 2022, 12:30 BST

After a two year hiatus due to the pandemic, Blackpool-based Pink Link welcomed more than 200 guests to the business networking group’s International Women’s Day event at Preston North End’s Deepdale stadium.

From handmade soaps and skincare to coaching and legal services, business was booming in the Guild Lounge as exhibitors enjoyed the opportunity to get together once more and do some serious networking as well as hear from inspirational speakers.

Emma Underwood and Lindsey James from Violet Flamingo

5. International Women's Day business event at Preston North End organised by Pink Link. Emma Underwood and Lindsey James from Violet Flamingo.

Emma Underwood and Lindsey James from Violet Flamingo Photo: Daniel Martino

Justine Moyes from Ribble Valley Gin

6. International Women's Day business event at Preston North End organised by Pink Link. Justine Moyes from Ribble Valley Gin.

Justine Moyes from Ribble Valley Gin Photo: Daniel Martino

Pictured is Amanda Harrington

7. International Women's Day business event at Preston North End organised by Pink Link. Pictured is Amanda Harrington.

Pictured is Amanda Harrington Photo: Daniel Martino

Pictured at Deepdale is Heather Waters from Natwest, one of the main sponsors of Pink Link events.

8. International Women's Day business event at Preston North End organised by Pink Link. Pictured is Heather Waters from Natwest.

Pictured at Deepdale is Heather Waters from Natwest, one of the main sponsors of Pink Link events. Photo: Daniel Martino

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