About us
An empowered women's business networking community supporting you every step of the way!
Women Mean Biz is a vibrant, supportive business community dedicated to empowering female entrepreneurs and women business owners. Our mission is to inspire, encourage, and energize women to embrace the full power of networking and foster meaningful relationships that drive success.
At the heart of our network is a culture built on optimism, freedom, and limitless opportunity. We pride ourselves on being warm, caring, and genuinely supportive—creating an environment where kindness, collaboration, and growth flourish. Our members are real, authentic, and generous in their approach, making it a space where deep connections and mutual support are the foundation.
Whether you're just starting out or are further along in your entrepreneurial journey, Women Mean Biz offers you the resources and community to accelerate your growth. Our network provides access to positivity, inspiration, learning opportunities, and a true sense of belonging.
Running a business can often feel lonely, but it doesn’t have to be. With in-person groups across the South West (including Bristol, Bath, Cheltenham, Wiltshire, Stroud, Somerset, and North Somerset) and a growing online community, we’re here to ensure you never have to navigate your journey alone.
Join us to connect, collaborate, and thrive alongside like-minded women who are all here to lift each other up.
Meet Philippa - Founder and Owner
Having taken two start-ups from zero to success whilst also bringing up two children on her own, Philippa truly gets what it's like to take those risks and bravely step out & start your own business. Balancing the family demands whilst chasing your business dreams, she understands the challenges, tears, and triblulations that come with being in business by yourself.
It can feel lonely AND exciting too!
Described as ‘a highly motivated visionary and ambassador for female commercial acumen’, she’s passionate about helping her members succeed and is always available as a mentor and source of support. Her hands-on style means she gets to know members individually and many have become firm friends.
"I wanted to create a business community that allows women in business to show up, without their mask, and embrace who they are, without judgement, and within a space that is truly encouraging and supportive. I'm proud of the community we have built over the years and I am very grateful for the women we have within it now, and those who are joining us every month. WMB is a special place, inspiring & uplifting. It's also a safe space for members and our guests to share openly with one another. We encourage organicly grown relationships, and a natural way to network! I'm passionate about supporting and inspiring women to be successful in life and business, and be the best you can be!"
Philippa is also a passionate speaker at conferences, events, and business shows on a range of topics around female entrepreneurship, the power of networking, and starting a new business.
Contact Philippa
Meet Lisa Gill - Networking Mentor
Getting the best from your networking is key to your success and we take this very seriously. Lisa is a successful woman in business with many years experience networking and she is here to help support our members to feel more confident and achieve their networking objectives and goals.
If you are frustrated, uncomfortable with networking, or just need some reassurance, Lisa is here for you to offer advice, have a 1-2-1 and guide you on getting the best from the networking community. Lisa appreciates it is not easy for everyone and she would love to help you to build your confidence and help to gently steer you in the right direction.
You have invested in building relationships with our networking community, and we genuinely want you to be happy members.
Contact Lisa
