Leading British businesswomen awarded damehoods in King’s birthday honours

Four of the UK’s most influential businessmen have been granted in the UK in the acquaintances of the king’s birthday, while recognizing their distinguished contributions to the British industry, innovation and leadership.

Emma Bridgeter, designer of famous home appliances and founder of her ceramic brand, has been honored for ceramic services. Since the establishment of its company in 1985, Bridgewateer has helped stimulate the traditional pottery sector in Stoke-on-Trent, as business increased to an institution worth 36 million pounds. Its company, known for its distinctive and fun designs, became accredited in 2022, which confirms its commitment to social and environmental influence.

Deby Crossbi, CEO of the National Building Association, receives the manager of its wandering work in financial services. Since the leadership in 2022, Crosbie supervised the acquisition of 2.9 billion pounds on Money Money and estimated a plan to share profits, which returned to 100 pounds annually to millions of Mutual members.

Claire Barclay, who led Microsoft UK until 2024 and is now head of institutions and industry in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, recognized for its role in expanding Microsoft emissions in the United Kingdom, as it supervises the growth of sales to 9.6 billion pounds and the head of the government strategic advisory council.

Ann Glove, CEO of Amadeus Capital Partners, was honored for its leadership in science, innovation and entrepreneurship. Glover has been a long -standing defender of investing in the United Kingdom, as Glober was a driving force behind the efforts made to direct more pension funds to high -growth local companies.

Other prominently recognized business leaders include honor:

Dana Strong, CEO of Sky, who received CBE for business and media services.
David Hoden, the founder of the Insurance Broker, and Doug Perkins, co -founder of Specsavers, both receive CBes.
Gordon Roddik, co -founder of The Body Shop, is receiving a charitable knight, including his work with the big issue.
Roisin Currie, CEO of Greggs, receives, while OBes goes to Hannah Gibson (CEO of OCADO) and Lyssa McGWAN (Pets in Home).

In financial services, Tiina Lee (CEO Citigroup) and Michelle Scrimgetour (former LGIM) CBES, while Ruth Handcock of Octopus Money Obe are given.

Small business heroes are honored by chiffon Haveland (British Chamber of Commerce) and Criging Pomont (Small Companies Union) with CBE and Obe, respectively.

In more specialized sectors:

Stephen Fotz, CEO of Cruda International, has obtained CBE for his contribution to the chemical industry in the UK.
Will Whitehorn, Virgin Galactic Founder and President of Seraphim Space, receives Obe Services to Aerospace.
Steve Farley, the former UK’s EY Board, is recognized with CBE for his work in the accounting profession.
Larry Elliot, Economy Editor for a long time in The Guardian, receives CBE.

Farid’s honor went to Peter Chan, the founder of Heron Bonsai and the leading power in the form of ancient art, who obtained MBE for business services and entrepreneurship and Bonsai.

Honoring this year confirms an increasing estimate of leadership, innovation, and the leadership of companies across various sectors in the British economy – from technology, financing to ceramic and space.