THE finalists for the prestigious Best Businesswomen Awards 2025 have been revealed, highlighting the grit, innovation, and leadership of women who are redefining success in business.
In a year marked by economic shifts, technological disruption, and continued pressure on work-life balance, female entrepreneurs have once again stepped up with remarkable resilience. These women haven’t just survived; they’ve adapted, innovated, and thrived, often while navigating the additional demands that come with being women in business in 2025.
The judging panel was inspired by the level of tenacity, creativity, and strategic thinking demonstrated across all entries. Each finalist is an outstanding example of what it means to lead with both purpose and performance in today’s ever-evolving entrepreneurial landscape.
The Best Businesswomen Awards were established to recognise and celebrate the achievements of women across all industries. These awards celebrate the achievements of women who are not only building successful businesses but also breaking down barriers, creating impact, and inspiring others to follow.
Local entrepreneur and film maker Natalie Scarsbrook, of Blatella Films, has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Best Creative Businesscategory. Natalie began her filmmaking career by co-founding Blatella Films Ltd, based in Southend in 2012. Blatella Films focuses on corporate and commissioned film work, and in 2024, they produced their first feature documentary ‘Our Journey to Pride’. This film has so far garnered 19 awards from film festivals across four continents, which is something Natalie is extremely proud of.
Natalie is now working on a new upcoming Feature Documentary called Witchcraft and Stilettos, looking at redefining the term “Essex Girl”! With this new film, Natalie is exploring her interest in feminism and activism through filmmaking. It combines a life-long passion for storytelling and history.
Debbie Gilbert, founder of the Best Businesswomen Awards, said:
“This is the 11th year of these awards, and once again, we’ve seen an incredible calibre of entries. Despite the mounting pressures faced by women in business, from funding gaps to rising costs to the mental load of balancing life and leadership, these finalists have shown that female entrepreneurship is stronger than ever. Our judging panel was truly impressed by the standard of entries, and we’re proud to shine a light on these trailblazing women.”
Natalie Scarsbrook, co-founder of Blatella Films, said:
“I am honoured to have been chosen as a Finalist in the prestigious Best Women Awards and am looking forward to attending the award ceremony. As a female filmmaker it feels especially significant as the industry is still so male dominated.”
The winners will be announced at the Gala Awards Night at the Daventry Court Hotel, Daventry, on 10th October 2025 when the Gold Winners in each category will be revealed.
