International Women’s Day!

Friday March 6, 2026

Ahead of Sunday, we wanted to share and celebrate the incredible women who are shaping Cheltenham’s town centre driving innovation, strengthening our business community, and helping our town thrive. Here at Cheltenham BID, we are proud to have a team and board enriched by strong, imaginative women whose leadership and dedication every day.

Meet the incredible woman behind the BID and the brilliant contributions each one brings:

Our Brilliant Team

Francesca Inman – Chief Executive
This dynamic leader bringing expertise in safer streets, crime reduction and community partnerships.

Caitlin Harvey – Marketing & Communications Manager
Our digital marketing expert with a passion for storytelling, collaboration and creating meaningful engagement across Cheltenham.

Kelly Richardson – Head of Marketing and Events
A passionate advocate for local businesses and community growth who brings energy, warmth and creativity to everything she does.

Hannah Ward – Events Manager
A driving force behind Cheltenham’s event programme, committed to making the town an exceptional place to live, work and visit.

Our Inspiring Board Members

Claire Hester – Board Member (John Lewis & Partners)
Leading community projects and ensuring Cheltenham’s retail heart remains vibrant.

Bridget Redmond – Board Member (Willans LLP)
A community-focused leader driving initiatives that support success across Gloucestershire.

Demelsa Coleman – Board Member (The Brewery Quarter)
A marketing powerhouse driving footfall, awareness around her brilliant Brewery Quarter, one of the town’s key destinations.

Rowena Hay – Board Member (Cheltenham Borough Council)
A lifelong champion for Cheltenham, with 24 years at the council and 35 years as a magistrate, dedicated to the town’s continued development.

Helen Howe – Board Member (Lumiere Restaurant)
A passionate business owner whose creativity, experience and resilience make our town stronger, brighter and more connected.

💜 To all the women of Cheltenham BID thank you.

Your leadership and creativity make our town stronger, brighter and more connected.