Lead producer and founder of Candle & Bell, Maria Caruana Galizia has been selected for this years Female Founders programme run by Creative England.

The six-month Female Founders scale up programme offers an in-depth package of support, advice and professional coaching to female business owners, providing laser-focused sessions on issues such as business planning, funding, strategy, making the right hires and monetising IP.

It is run by business and innovation expert Erica Wolfe Murray, who has a long track record in helping companies grow and become more resilient.

For more information on Female Founders and this years cohort, visit the Creative England website.