Jean Mountain is an experienced local businesswoman and entrepreneur, having successfully owned and operated several businesses since 1985. With a strong passion for supporting and encouraging women in business, Jean co-founded the highly successful Enterprising Women network in 1996, helping to create opportunities for female entrepreneurs across the region.
Jean has played an active role in the local business community, serving as President of the East Midlands Chamber in 2016/2017, where she championed businesses and supported economic growth across the region. Her contribution to enterprise and leadership was recognised when she was named Nottinghamshire Live Business Woman of the Year in 2021.
Jean currently owns and runs The Dressing Room in Mansfield Woodhouse, a successful ladies’ boutique offering leading brands including Joe Browns, Malissa J, and Alice Collins. Her extensive experience in business ownership, entrepreneurship, and community engagement brings valuable insight to her role as a judge.
Fardad plays an instrumental role in realising the council's vision for a prosperous and sustainable future for business. Through the Economic Transition Plan, supported by the Growth, Infrastructure, and Development team, the council focuses on business support, skill enhancement, visitor economy revitalisation, transport infrastructure, digital connectivity, and strategic asset/place development. This collaborative effort aims to drive sustainable growth, create jobs, and enhance overall well-being in Nottinghamshire.
Martin's career began with an Advanced Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering with British Coal over 35 years ago. 14 years in coal mining saw a career path of apprentice, electrician, supervisor, shift engineer and through to colliery engineer.
In 1994 he took up the position of Technical Director at Lindhurst Engineering progressing to Managing Director in 2000, a position I still currently hold.
During his time at Lindhurst I have overseen the growth of the business (a 5 fold increase in turnover between 1999 and 2008) and diversification from servicing the coal mining sector to multiple market sectors (construction, utilities, power generation, transport and low carbon)
His personal growth journey ignited my interest in coaching and mentoring as the result of the positive experience I have had being coached and mentored. In 2014 my experience as a business leader saw me receive requests to coach other SME business leaders and was the start of my career as a coach.
Critical friend and confidant to business owners and company Directors. I’m the ear you’ve been looking for.
An experienced Director with a history of working at senior levels within the higher education sector. Peter is highly entrepreneurial with strong leadership skills and a track record in Project Management, Change Management, Economic and Community Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Event Management, and Instructional Design. A strong professional with a PhD focused in Visitor Attraction Management from Manchester Metropolitan University.
