Cecil Gradwell stands out for the holistic approach she took to improving the financial position of working women
Cecil Gradwell (1855-1942)
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Emma Cons (1838-1912)
Emma Cons was the founder of Old Vic Theatre but this was only one of her many contributions to British society. How well do we really know her?
Helen Lenoir (1852-1913)
Helen Lenoir is a forgotten but vital cog in the D'Oyly Carte machine.
Ada Nettleship (1856-1932)
Many well-known women wore Ada Nettleship's clothes but Ada's story is just as interesting.
Helen Cox (1860-1930)
Helen Cox forged a path in accountancy decades before women were formally accepted into the profession.
Nancy Bailey (1860-1913)
An early expert in the field of indexing, Nancy Bailey is now rarely to be found in an index herself.
Evelyn Barlow (1880-1962)
Going, going, gone: Evelyn Barlow made her mark in the sale room but was soon forgotten
Nancy Pearn (1892-1950)
Nancy Pearn is not a name we recognise now but a cast of 20th century authors would have had her on speed dial.
Alice Hughes (1857-1939)
Alice Hughes blazed a trail in the world of photography and her business advice, as well as her images, have stood the test of time.
Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932)
There is much more to Gertrude Jekyll than muddy boots and beautiful borders
Women Who Meant Business 