Whether you’ve been part of our community for years or you’re meeting us for the very first time, welcome to Six Degrees. We’re a collective of women who believe in showing up, taking bold steps, and making space for one another to rise — in business, in life, and in every version of ourselves.

This VIP series is an invitation. A moment to step out of the day-to-day and into something more intentional. To connect with brilliant women, be seen for who you are, and get inspired by what’s possible when we do things differently — together.

✨ Why We’re Doing This

We’ve spent years curating spaces where women thrive — and this series is our biggest, boldest move yet. Inspired by this year’s IWD theme “Accelerate Action,” these events are built around the belief that connection is currency, and when brilliant women gather, momentum follows.

Expect panel conversations, story-sharing, roundtables, intentional networking, personal updates from the Six Degrees crew (you know we’re planning something juicy), and the kind of vibe that feels like power dressed in playfulness.

This isn’t just a lunch. Or an evening out. It’s a VIP energy reset — with incredible venues, hand-picked guests, and space to get loud, bold, and clear on where you’re going next.

Kerry England
Business Development Director at The Family Law Company

Kerry England is a purpose-driven leader who joined The Family Law Company in 2020 and became Business Development Director in 2023. Known for her people-first approach and creative vision, Kerry has redefined how the firm connects with clients and communities. From launching the award-winning Everyday Bravery campaign to mentoring young marketers, she champions inclusion and authenticity. Kerry is also a founder of the collaborative Mid-Devon network Hartnoll Collective and an ambassador for Six Degrees in Cornwall. A natural connector, she leads with heart, humour, and a strong belief in making space for others to thrive.

Sarah Roughesedge
Multi Award Winning Founding Director of Eva Wealth

Sarah Roughsedge is the award-winning Founder, Chartered Financial Planner, and Financial Coach at Eva Wealth Management for Women. She launched Eva in 2017 to offer women tailored, jargon-free financial strategies that reflect their priorities. Featured inFinancial Times and on BBC Women’s Hour, Sarah champions financial equality through education, particularly during major life transitions like retirement, divorce, retirement, or bereavement. Her mission is to empower women to build secure financial foundations and focus on what truly matters. Recognising financial guidance is required for all women, her free Eva Essential membership offers accessible, practical resources for every stage of the journey.

Caroline Shortt
Founding Director of Barc Architects and current Chair of RIBA Exeter

Caroline Shortt is the founding director of Barc Architects and the current Chair of RIBA Exeter. Having started her career designing boutique hotels and luxury properties across Europe, she established Barc in 2012 and has since focused on creating beautifully crafted residential and commercial buildings. Whether designing bespoke new homes or reimagining existing buildings, Caroline’s work at Barc is always guided by careful listening, a collaborative ethos, and a deep commitment to sustainability. Leading an award winning architects practice with a growing portfolio of exquisite projects, Caroline excels at crafting designs that put the client at the heart of every project, reflecting their lifestyle and aspirations while integrating seamlessly with their surroundings.

Chantelle Znideric
Award Winning Personal Stylist

In the world of personal styling, Chantelle is passionate about delivering true transformation. As an award-winning personal stylist based in Devon, she works with ambitious, career-driven women to help them level up their style, boost their confidence, and step boldly into their full potential. Her compassionate, tailored approach empowers clients to redefine their wardrobes, elevating their visibility, success, and self-belief. As an aspiring fashion tech entrepreneur, Chantelle is on a mission to make styling more accessible, sustainable, and inclusive. Through her online style platform, STRIBE, she aims to support 5,000 women. Chantelle believes in celebrating individuality and the power of women uplifting each other.

Siobhan Mears
Business Strategist and Mindset Coach

Siobhan is a Business Strategist and Mindset Coach dedicated to helping ambitious, impact-driven founders evolve both personally and professionally. With years of experience in the corporate world across London and the Middle East, Siobhan has built and exited successful businesses, including founding Elevate Base, a business growth tech platform. Her focus is on helping entrepreneurs break through limiting patterns, reconnect with their vision, and grow in a way that feels intentional and energised. By blending high-level strategy with subconscious work, Siobhan empowers clients to lead from a place of clarity, trust, and alignment with their evolving selves.

Sarah Matthew
Business Strategist and Mindset Coach

Sarah is an accomplished leader, entrepreneur, and behavioural science expert with over 25 years of experience in consulting, leadership, and business growth. As the founder of The Vibrant Company, she helps individuals, teams, and organizations unlock their potential and achieve lasting success. With expertise in healthcare communications and behavioural change, Sarah empowers businesses to navigate complexity and reach their highest potential. Through her pragmatic coaching and strategic advisory, she guides leaders to overcome challenges, uncover new possibilities, and achieve sustainable, impactful results with a conscious, supportive approach that fosters resilience and thriving.

Laura Brunton
Business Coach for Vibrant Women

Laura is THE Business Coach for Vibrant Women Growing a Business you LOVE! She ignites Coaches, Consultants, Course Creators & Creatives globally to create and sell out their 4 & 5 figure offer to their community of dreamy clients. She is a super-connector who is all about sisterhood as well as being a mama of 3. High-energy, as authentic as they come and super skilled, you’ll leave her session with a big smile on your face, tons of actionable ideas to increase your sales and attract those dream clients of yours.

Nessa O’Gorman
High Performance Wellness Coach

A corporate executive turned High Performance Wellness Coach, Nessa seamlessly blends two decades of senior leadership experience with cutting edge holistic wellness expertise to transform how ambitious professionals achieve sustainable peak performance. With deep insight into corporate demands and science backed wellness strategies, she guides clients to enhance their energy, focus, and resilience through practical, personalised lifestyle changes that integrate seamlessly into demanding schedules. Nessa’s approach uniquely addresses the intersection of performance and wellbeing, creating lasting transformation for leaders who want to thrive, not just survive.

Margarita Giles-Martinez
Purpose Coach, International Speaker and Author

Margarita is a purpose coach, international speaker, and co-founder of Woman’s Search for Meaning. She helps women reconnect with WHO they are and WHY they’re here, so they can live with clarity, confidence, authenticity, and deep fulfilment. Women who work with Margarita often move from feeling stuck or disconnected to living lives rooted in meaning and aligned with their true selves. Through her coaching, retreats, and talks, she creates spaces for lasting transformation—where women rediscover their voice, awaken their purpose, and step into the fullness of who they’re meant to be.

Kerry England
Business Development Director at The Family Law Company

Kerry England is a purpose-driven leader who joined The Family Law Company in 2020 and became Business Development Director in 2023. Known for her people-first approach and creative vision, Kerry has redefined how the firm connects with clients and communities. From launching the award-winning Everyday Bravery campaign to mentoring young marketers, she champions inclusion and authenticity. Kerry is also a founder of the collaborative Mid-Devon network Hartnoll Collective and an ambassador for Six Degrees in Cornwall. A natural connector, she leads with heart, humour, and a strong belief in making space for others to thrive.

Sarah Roughesedge
Multi Award Winning Founding Director of Eva Wealth

Sarah Roughsedge is the award-winning Founder, Chartered Financial Planner, and Financial Coach at Eva Wealth Management for Women. She launched Eva in 2017 to offer women tailored, jargon-free financial strategies that reflect their priorities. Featured inFinancial Times and on BBC Women’s Hour, Sarah champions financial equality through education, particularly during major life transitions like retirement, divorce, retirement, or bereavement. Her mission is to empower women to build secure financial foundations and focus on what truly matters. Recognising financial guidance is required for all women, her free Eva Essential membership offers accessible, practical resources for every stage of the journey.

Caroline Shortt
Founding Director of Barc Architects and current Chair of RIBA Exeter

Caroline Shortt is the founding director of Barc Architects and the current Chair of RIBA Exeter. Having started her career designing boutique hotels and luxury properties across Europe, she established Barc in 2012 and has since focused on creating beautifully crafted residential and commercial buildings. Whether designing bespoke new homes or reimagining existing buildings, Caroline’s work at Barc is always guided by careful listening, a collaborative ethos, and a deep commitment to sustainability. Leading an award winning architects practice with a growing portfolio of exquisite projects, Caroline excels at crafting designs that put the client at the heart of every project, reflecting their lifestyle and aspirations while integrating seamlessly with their surroundings.

Marina Traversari
Super-connector, CEO, Founder, COO, Chair, NED, Investor and Transformation Leader

Marina Traversari is a visionary leader with a stellar career spanning top-tier organizations and impactful roles. Former COO at Spherics, she led the company through acquisition and integration at Sage PLC. Marina’s influence extends to her tenure as Global Head at Facebook’s Telecom Infrastructure Projects and Innovation Advisor to Cheltenham Borough Council. She serves as part-time COO at charity Switch on the Future and has chaired boards, including Gapsquare, guiding successful acquisitions. A respected figure in tech and governance, Marina has driven cultural change through international keynotes and panels, advocating for women in tech and earning accolades like the SW Mentoring Award and a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Danielle Trow
Regional Director for the South West of the CFO Centre

Danielle is the Regional Director for the South West of the CFO Centre and an experienced commercial manager with a strong passion for supporting local businesses. She previously managed her family business in the fuel and convenience sector for many years before overseeing multiple sites. Recently, Danielle has worked as a relationship manager within the financial services industry. A natural “people person,” she excels in helping local business owners succeed and realize their full potential. With a proven track record in leading teams, managing large multi-million accounts, and improving sites under operational difficulty, Danielle is dedicated to helping businesses achieve their goals and drive lasting success.

Fleur Christacos
CEO and Founder of Fleur of England

Launched by Fleur Christacos twenty four years ago, Fleur of England started as an exclusive British lingerie label and has since blossomed into an award-winning brand. Now a globally recognised label known for its feminine and sensual designs, exquisite fit and bespoke embroideries. The brand comprises of exclusive wholesale stockists and a strong e-commerce business. Fleur’s mission remains the same as it did twenty three years ago. “To create luxury lingerie to make women feel exquisitely confident.”