Friday November 22, 2024, the Le Mans Entrepreneur Prize was held in the premises of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) of Le Mans (Sarthe). This event celebrates each year the innovation and creativity of women entrepreneurs in the region.
The jury, made up of local elected officials and representatives of entrepreneurship support structures, decided among the 32 applications to award three major distinctions. Chloé Rossignol, president of the 2024 jury, greeted all of the ten finalists: “Supporting female entrepreneurship means moving everyone forward. » “The adventure is well worth it” concludes with emotion before announcing the winners Corinne Boulay, also president of the jury.
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“It’s the first time I’ve been at the top of the class.”
The first prize was awarded to Nadia Jalleb, whose heART boxes project won over the jury. This artistic kit, designed to support women undergoing chemotherapy, combines creativity and solidarity. Moved, the winner confided: “It’s the first time I’ve been at the top of the class, I’m super happy. » A first distribution of 500 copies is planned for the end of November, at the Le Mans cancer center.
The Favorite Prize was awarded to Mireille Lemoine for Mes Hirond'Elles, a support space dedicated to women with cancer. With its breast prostheses, well-being accessories and its warm atmosphere, the place was designed to offer “comfort and dignity in this ordeal”as its founder explained, touched by this recognition. The Hope Prize was awarded to Gladys de Labbey for her platform for connecting equine owners and providers.