Prime Highlight :
- Rachel Miskin, partner at Bridge McFarland solicitors, has been named the new Chair of Women in Business Hull, succeeding Tracey Dennison.
- Miskin aims to strengthen the organisation’s community by fostering networking, confidence-building, and professional development for local women.
Key Facts :
- Women in Business Hull is a not-for-profit group supporting decision-making women across Hull, East Yorkshire, and Northern Lincolnshire, with nearly 100 members.
- The organisation hosts events, including professional development sessions and the Women of Achievement Awards 2026, to celebrate local women’s contributions.
Background :
Women in Business has chosen Rachel Miskin, a partner at Bridge McFarland solicitors, as its new Chair to strengthen the leadership of the regional networking organization. Miskin will take on the role in 2026, succeeding outgoing Chair Tracey Dennison.
The organisation announced the appointment this week, highlighting Miskin’s professional background and her commitment to supporting women in business. Based in Hull, Miskin specialises in family services, working with clients on divorce, separation, and child and family arrangements.
Reacting to her appointment, Miskin said she felt honoured to lead Women in Business Hull and looked forward to building on its strong sense of community. She said her aim is to bring more local women together to network, build confidence, and form meaningful professional and personal connections. She added that she is committed to supporting women in both their careers and personal development.
Miskin has been an active member of Women in Business and said the organisation has played an important role in her own professional journey. She said the group is more than a traditional networking club, and that its events and members have helped her gain confidence and offered support during tough times.
She also praised the current committee and members, saying their energy and collaboration would help deliver a successful year ahead. According to Miskin, several events are already planned, with the year set to conclude with the Women of Achievement Awards 2026, which celebrate the contributions and successes of women in the local community.
Women in Business supports decision-making women across Hull, East Yorkshire, and Northern Lincolnshire. The not-for-profit organisation has close to 100 members and offers a mix of professional development, networking opportunities, and social connections.
Details of upcoming events and the Women of Achievement Awards will be shared through the Women in Business Hull website and social media channels.
