Carole Nash triumphs at Winning Womens Awards

Carole Nash, Executive Chairman of Altrincham-based Carole Nash Insurance Consultants, was praised as a "truly inspirational business woman" by organisers of the Winning Women 2004 Awards, when they presented her with their prestigious business trophy.

The awards are designed to recognise women from the North West who have excelled in three walks of life - business, community and sport.

"The aim is to recognise the achievements of women in our region and highlight the vast spectrum of talent, commitment and hard work," explained awards founder Jacqueline Hughes Lundy.

Mrs Nash received her award from ITN newscaster, John Suchet at a presentation luncheon hosted by Granada Television anchorman, So Rahman at Manchester's Palace Hotel. As well as a commemorative glass trophy Mrs Nash won £250 for charity and £250 for herself. She donated both to the Rainmakers Foundation, a Greater Manchester charity which aims to enable women in the region to reach and fulfil their personal potential and supports individuals and voluntary and community groups.

The Winning Women trophy is the latest in a line of awards presented to Carole and her company within the last 12 months. At the 2003 British Insurance Awards the company was named the UK's Personal Lines Broker of the Year and also took its Training Award, whilst last November, Mrs Nash was cited as the most inspirational woman running a business aged over 50, at the national everywoman awards.