Women’s Enterprise Awards 2026 – finalists
A celebration of female entrepreneurship
Small businesses are the heartbeat of our borough. They power the local economy, create jobs, serve our communities, and bring our high streets to life.
Female entrepreneurs are known for their resilience, creativity, and adaptability. The Wandsworth Women’s Enterprise Awards celebrate these exceptional women – from sole traders and service-led businesses to start-ups and social enterprises – whose achievements keep our local economy thriving.
These awards shine a light on the remarkable women balancing business success with the demands of everyday life. We want to hear real stories of determination, innovation, and the challenges you’ve overcome. Show us what makes you and your business stand out.
This year, we have also introduced three People’s Choice awards, giving the community a chance to recognise their favourite female-led businesses. Wandsworth
Award Categories:
People’s Choice Awards
It’s time to celebrate the businesses you love!
Cast your vote for your favourite female-led Retail, Beauty & Wellbeing and Food & Drink business that make a difference in our community
Show your support, spread the love and help crown this year’s winner.
High Street Hero (Retail) – Female-run retail businesses that make our town centres vibrant and welcoming.
Best Beauty & Wellbeing – Salons, spas, fitness studios and wellbeing businesses creating calm, confidence and self-care.
Best Food & Drink – Cafés, bakeries, restaurants, bars or food producers delighting customers with creativity and quality.
Nominees
High Street Hero (Retail)
Anthropology Boutique – Wandsworth
Blåbär – Putney
Erin Rose – Battersea
The Fairy House – Battersea
Wishlist – Southfields
Dr Vee Aesthetics – Wandsworth Town
Cherished Healing – Earlsfield
Cognito Hair – Earlsfield
Ebony Essence – Putney
Nuaskin Studio – Wandsworth Town
Soma Yoga – Battersea
12 Rounds Boxing – Clapham Junction
Food & Drink
Ayda’s Café – Putney
Graveney Gin – Tooting
Chantelle’s Community Kitchen – Roehampton
Frankie’s Brownies – Battersea
Jeffersons – Balham
Best Start-Up
Celebrating early-stage female founders who have launched a business with energy, creativity, and determination. This category recognises entrepreneurs showing early success, taking bold decisions, and demonstrating resilience in their first years.
Finalists
Dr Vee Aesthetics
www.drveeaesthetics.com
Ebony Essence
www.ebonyessence.com
Erika Dance
www.erikadanceltd.com
ILuvo Beauty
www.iluvo.co.u
Nuaskin Studio
www.nuaskinstudio.co.uk
Sangha Studios
www.sanghastudioslondon.com
Weiz Styles
www.weizstyles.com
Best Community Champion
Recognising women or female-led organisations making a tangible, positive difference in Wandsworth’s community life. This award celebrates those whose work strengthens local communities, promotes inclusion, or addresses social or environmental needs – beyond business or commercial success.
Finalists
Sahar Beg
Mindworks UK
www.mindworksuk.co.uk
Chantelle Bent
Chantelle’s Community Kitchen
@CCK_Roehampto
Bridget Callaghan
Well Kneaded & Well Kneaded Foundation
www.wellkneadedfood.com
Nicole Henworth
Business Launchpad & Tooting Works
www.tootingworks.co.uk
Aurnela Madede
Sanctuary of Sisterhood
Peggy Moylan
Living Truth
www.linktr.ee/vibesxlivingtruth
Fozia Riaz
Happy Homes Community
www.happyhomescommunity.org.uk
Dr Venessa Swaby
A2ndvoice CIC
www.a2ndvoicecic.co.uk
Best Creative Enterprise
For businesses where creativity drives both identity and success. This category highlights founders whose originality, design, or artistry underpins their business model and contributes to the borough’s cultural vibrancy.
Finalists:
Erin Rose Illustration
https://erinroseillustration.co.uk/
Fee Ushi
www.instagram.com/feeuhssi
The Quick Brown Fox Video Production
www.thequickbrownfox.co.uk
The Fairy House
www.fairytalefriends.co.uk
WNDRLST
Entrepreneur of the Year
(For businesses established 4+ years)
Celebrating female founders whose leadership and vision have shaped their business. This award recognises women who inspire through their ability to grow, innovate, and maintain a positive organisational culture.
Finalists:
Samantha Chetwood
CeCe & Me
www.ceceandme.co.uk
Sahar Beg
Mindworks UK
www.MindworksUK.co.uk
Lauren M Weston
Kidz4
www.kidz4.com
Diana & Sophie
The Avenue Cookery School
www.theavenuecookeryschool.com
Hannah Pearn
Don’t Tell me to Relax
www.donttellmetorelax.co.uk
Karina Perdomo
The Quick Brown Fox Video Production
www.thequickbrownfox.co.uk
Cultural Champion
Honouring individuals or female-led organisations that enrich Wandsworth’s cultural life through arts, heritage, creative projects, festivals or cultural education. This award celebrates those whose vision, creativity and leadership make a lasting contribution to the borough’s cultural identity.
Finalists:
Roopa Basu
Roopadesign
www.roopadesign.co.uk
Alys Beider & Natasha Kathi-Chandra
Tara Theatre
www.taratheatre.com
Kamapala Chukwuka
www.kamapalac.com
Carol Wilson-Frith
Carmen Constantine Legacy Foundation
www.carmenconstantinelegacyf.org
Catherine Sweet
BobCat Gallery
www.bobcatgallery.co.uk
Fee Uhssi
www.feeuhssi.com (Currently under reconstruction)
www.instagram.com/feeuhss
Sharon Willems
Arches Lane Theatre
www.archeslanetheatre.com