Ali Golds, a single mum from West Sussex who has been empowering women business founders and single mum entrepreneurs by teaching them start-up skills since 2012, has been recognised alongside international politicians and sportswomen. Ali’s achievements have earned her an entry in The Independent's 20 Extraordinary Women of 2017 review.
Ali, a business coach, has not only made extraordinary strides to support and mentor women but has achieved remarkable things personally – mostly against the odds.
Journalist Harriet Marsden, who compiled the impressive roll call of achievers describes Ali as a rare person who has managed to channel negative experiences into positive achievement.
“A survivor of childhood and domestic...