Don't Just Take Denise's Word for It

From award founders to award judges, here’s what business leaders say about working with Denise and winning with her.

“I only wish every entrant had read this book first. It shows not just how to win, but why recognition matters, and it’s the book I’ll be recommending for years to come.”

Alec Jones-Hall, Founder, The Great British Business and Community Awards; Thames Valley/South West Business and Community Awards

“Want to win? Read this! I’m a fan and judge of business awards and know the benefits they bring – this book will help you become an award winner.”

Tony Robinson, OBE, , The Micro Business Champion; and Founder, The Micro Business Alliance

“This book is a must-have for anyone wanting to win awards.”

Debbie Gilbert Founder , Best Businesswomen Awards and Best SME Awards

“Entering awards should form part of your marketing budget.”

Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones, MBE, Founder, The Black Farmer

“Don’t let the blonde hair and purple exterior fool you! Denise O’Leary is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to all things marketing, award entries and bid writing. Having risen to the top ranks in the manufacturing and construction sectors, her knowledge is immense. If you are looking to win awards and improve your marketing, then Denise is the lady for you.”

Dr Alison Edgar, MBE, Founder, Alison Edgar

“I loved your talk on how to win awards! This is the talk of the office today!”

Lara Barnes , Wiltshire Women in Business Event

“Thrilled to have you Denise – and all the inspirational female force – with us at the Women in Construction seminar series today! #BIG5EXHIBITION”

Big 5, Expo, Dubai

“Award recognition brings validity to a small charity like Cabaret vs Cancer. I found Denise’s book invaluable when applying for the Best Businesswomen Awards – and I’m a delighted double silver recipient.”

Elisabeth Hannah, BEM, Founder, Cabaret vs Cancer

“The first copy of Winner has become our go-to award-winning bible. To begin with we were extremely nervous to even consider entering business awards, but now I have won awards in my old corporate role and my own business, and even guided my daughter with her own business too! We now have a big folder of our previous entries which we use as a reference each year for new entries. Denise’s advice and support really made all the difference, especially with the small details we would never have thought of ourselves. Our advice now is take the time to get organised and build up a bank of answers to common questions, as it will really save you time and hassle as you gain more confidence and enter more awards. We started off with small local and regional entries but are now regularly entering national awards and even winning!”

Elizabeth Graney, Founder, Escape the Village