TWO WOMEN TRAILBLAZERS FROM WALES WIN NATIONAL AWARD AND £75,000 GRANT EACH
The Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards is celebrating 50 women leading the charge in groundbreaking industries.
From supporting broadcasters to achieve net-zero targets to revolutionising financial transactions for the visually impaired, the Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards will empower two trailblazing women from Wales to scale their innovative businesses and make a meaningful impact.
Each will receive a £75,000 grant, personalised business coaching, and access to networking, role modelling and training opportunities.
Research highlights significant hurdles for women entrepreneurs, including access to funding, and a lack of networks and visible role models. The Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards address these issues, enabling women innovators to scale their businesses, whilst making a powerful impact on our economy and society
The winners from Wales recognised today for their groundbreaking work include:
· Louise Bray from Cardiff, co-founder of Green Wing, is cutting TV production emissions with a carbon management app. Despite ambitious net-zero targets from broadcasters like SKY and the BBC, the industry lacks effective tracking. Backed by 25 years of experience, Green Wing streamlines reporting, cuts costs, and promotes greener productions, helping the industry meet its environmental goals..
· Samantha Morgan from Cardiff, founder of TaluCard, is revolutionising financial transactions for the visually impaired. With 73% unable to use smartphones for payments, TaluCard’s tactile and auditory features ensure seamless authentication and secure transactions.

Since launching in 2016, the Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards have invested over £11 million in 200 women innovators and has built a vibrant community of over 10,500 women business leaders.
Today, a total of 50 pioneering women innovators have been awarded, spanning every nation and region of the UK. The awards continue to champion high-potential women business leaders from diverse backgrounds: 36% of the winners are from ethnic minority groups (excluding white minorities); 22% have long term conditions, illnesses or disabilities; and 50% have caring or parental responsibilities.
Commenting on her award win, Samantha Morgan of TaluCard, said: “Our mission is to make secure financial transactions accessible to everyone, regardless of ability or circumstance. Gaining an Innovate UK Women in Innovation Award is a tremendous achievement that will help us further develop our technology and reach more users. I’m determined to bring my unique experience to the fintech space and continue developing inclusive, boundary-pushing solutions in accessible technology.”
The Awards drew 1,452 applications from women business leaders, 52% up on last year. This record-breaking engagement highlights the high demand for innovation support and potential to drive economic growth from women leading businesses in the UK. In total, £3.75 million in government funding is being awarded, with each recipient receiving 50% more than previous years.
Recent data across all Innovate UK competitions shows that 1 in 3 successful grant applications are now led by women, a significant jump from 1 in 7 when Women in Innovation was first launched.
Emily Nott, Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Innovate UK, said:
“The Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards spotlight the UK’s most groundbreaking women entrepreneurs. This year’s winners have shown incredible leadership and creativity. We’re thrilled to support them in scaling their businesses and inspiring the next wave of women innovators. Their success stories will undoubtedly pave the way for more women to enter and thrive in the world of innovation.”
Dr Stella Peace, Interim Executive Chair of Innovate UK, said:
“The Women in Innovation programme is a powerful catalyst for change, not just for the brilliant women entrepreneurs it supports, but for the entire UK innovation landscape. By breaking down barriers and amplifying diverse voices, Innovate UK are fostering a more inclusive and dynamic ecosystem that drives progress across all sectors. This programme is about more than funding – it’s about creating role models, building networks, and inspiring the next generation of women innovators to dream big and transform our world.”
Welsh Secretary Jo Stevens said:
“Huge congratulations to Louise Bray and Samantha Morgan on their incredible achievements.
“They are prime examples of women entrepreneurs from Wales who are leading the way in high tech industries and providing innovative solutions that make a difference to people’s lives.
The UK Government is proud to support the Women in Innovation Awards, and our shared ambition for economic growth. I wish them all the very best for their future success.”
Previous Women in Innovation Award winners have gone on to achieve remarkable success, including securing multi-million pound investments, expanding their operations, winning prestigious industry and royal awards, entering international markets, and forging high-profile partnerships with organisations such as Google, Disney and the NHS.
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