15 finalists 75+ applicants 4 judges £20,000 in advertising support and expert mentorship 1 winner, announced next week
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FLARE is an exciting new initiative designed to empower and spotlight female entrepreneurs and business leaders in Jersey.
FLARE is for you, whether you're just starting with a new idea or already running an established business and looking to grow. It provides ambitious women with the tools, expertise, and exposure they need to succeed.
We will be announcing the official FLARE 2026 winner next week in our special International Women's Day FLARE Supplement (5 March 2026).
This special supplement recognises excellent in female leadership and profiles a selection of female owned and run businesses in Jersey, timed to coincide with International Women's Day 2026.
Lighting the path for women in business.
YOUR FL RE JOURNEY STARTS HERE
Submit your application to begin your journey with FLARE. This form is your official business pitch; the information you provide here will be reviewed directly by our expert panel. Your answers will help them understand your business idea, goals, and potential for growth.
The panel will carefully assess all submissions and select the winning entrepreneur in February.
FLARE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
Kindly sponsored by SRM Accounting, Cohen Family Law and Alt Collective.
One of our sponsors, Alexandra Cohen of Cohen Family Law, with JEP Deputy Editor Fiona Potigny.
Listen while you scroll... hear more about FLARE here!
Empowering women.
Elevating business.
Enriching our community.
WATCH OUR LATEST PODCAST INTERVIEW
With one of our sponsors, Sophie Clyde-Smith and Claudia Sutton, co-founders of Alt Collective.
"I'm not good enough, i'm not cut out to be an entrepreneur. How do I even approach setting up & starting a business?" If you're a female entrepreneur, business owner or FLARE applicant, these thoughts may sound familiar to you. Sophie Clyde-Smith and Claudia Sutton of Alt Collective explore these ideas as female founders themselves. 🙌💫
Who can apply?
We're looking for passionate, committed women with a clear vision for their venture.
A woman with a new business idea ready to be launched.
A female founder in the early stages of a business.
A woman running an established business (0-5 years) who wants to scale, diversify, or strengthen her brand.
All applicants must be based in Jersey and be over 18.
Why take part?
Being part of FLARE offers a wealth of benefits designed to support and accelerate your business journey...
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Business consultancy & marketing support: Selected applicants will receive tailored business advice and guidance on branding and marketing to strengthen their business proposition.
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Expert mentoring: Selected applicants have the opportunity to work one-on-one with experienced business mentors who will help you refine your vision and strategy for growth.
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Island-wide media exposure: Every applicant will be featured in a special International Women's Day FLARE supplement on 8 March 2026. This extensive coverage will help you connect with potential customers, collaborators, and investors.
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Podcast series: Selected applicants will be featured in a FLARE podcast series, another platform to share your story and expertise.
win £20,000 in ADVERTISING Support!
As part of the FLARE initiative, the winning entrant will receive a £20,000 advertising support prize provided by All Island Media (AIM). This substantial fund is designed to provide your business with unparalleled exposure across Jersey's leading media platforms.
What’s Included
The £20,000 value is dedicated exclusively to advertising space across any of AIM’s established channels, including the Jersey Evening Post and Bailiwick Express. To ensure your campaign looks professional and impactful, the prize also covers the creation of related artwork and design specifically for the advertisements placed within these AIM channels (such as print ads, digital banners, or sponsored content).
Key Terms & Conditions
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Channel Specificity: The support is strictly for use within All Island Media channels. It does not include design, artwork, or marketing services for external platforms, third-party publications, or your own independent branding needs.
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No Cash Equivalent: The prize is provided as a credit for media services and cannot be exchanged for cash or transferred to other parties.
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Redemption Period: To maximise the momentum of your win, all advertising space and associated design services must be utilised by the end of Dec 2026.
Sorry! Applications for FLARE 2026 are now closed.
How will the winning business be chosen?
A cross-industry panel of experts will judge the winning business based on a set of criteria that goes beyond just financial success. This will be a business that not only demonstrates strong performance but also embodies the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation that FLARE represents.
1. Entrepreneurial vision and innovation
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Clarity of vision: The applicant must have a clear, compelling vision for their business and a well-defined strategy for how they plan to achieve it.
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Originality and uniqueness: The business should demonstrate a unique selling proposition (USP) or a novel approach to a problem. This could be in their product, service, business model, or market approach.
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Adaptability and resilience: The judges will want to see how the entrepreneur has overcome challenges, adapted to market changes, and demonstrated the resilience required for long-term success.
2. Business performance and scalability
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Growth potential: The business must have a clear plan for growth and be able to demonstrate its scalability—the potential to expand and increase revenue without a proportional increase in costs.
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Financial viability: The judges will review the business's financial performance, including its growth trajectory, profitability, and future financial projections.
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Market understanding: The applicant should show a deep understanding of their target market, their competitors, and the opportunities available to them.
3. Community impact and leadership
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Positive impact: The business should be able to demonstrate a positive impact on the local community, whether through job creation, charitable work, or sustainable practices.
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Leadership and Team: The judges will assess the entrepreneur's leadership qualities and their ability to build and inspire a strong, effective team.
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Inspirational story: The judges will be looking for a compelling narrative that showcases the entrepreneur's journey, passion, and ability to inspire others. The story should be relatable and demonstrate the "why" behind their business.
4. Strategic use of the prize
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Clear Plan for the £20,000 Prize: The judges will want to know how the winning business would strategically use the £20,000 in marketing support from All Island Media.
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Demonstrated need: The applicant should articulate how this specific prize would be a game-changer for their business, enabling them to achieve goals that would otherwise be out of reach.
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Alignment with goals: The proposed use of the prize should directly align with the business's strategic objectives for 2026, showing that the company has a clear plan for leveraging the support to maximise its impact .
Timeline
Nov 2025
31 Jan 2026
Feb 2026
5 March 2026
Nov 2026
FLARE launches and applications open.
Applications close.
Selection and judging process takes place. The winner is chosen from a shortlist by expert panel.
International Women's Day supplement is published, featuring sponsors, applicants and the official announcement of the winner.
FLARE 2027 provisional launch.