Mariam Smith to Speak at Enterprising Women International Women’s Day Conference 2026

Datalink Electronics is proud to announce that our Owner and Managing Director, Mariam Smith MBA, will be speaking at the Enterprising Women (East Midlands Chamber) International Women’s Day Conference 2026, taking place on 5 March 2026 at Vaillant Live, Derby.

The conference theme for 2026, “Give to Gain,” reflects a powerful and timely message: when leaders share knowledge, support others, and invest in their communities, everyone benefits. It is a principle that resonates strongly with Mariam’s leadership philosophy and with Datalink’s wider approach to business.

As a speaker, Mariam will join a line-up of influential voices from across the region and beyond, including BBC’s The Apprentice winner Sian Gabbidon, and fellow entrepreneurs, innovators, and business leaders who are shaping the future of enterprise in the East Midlands. The event will also celebrate the launch of the 2026 Enterprising Women Awards, which recognise outstanding achievement and contributions by women in business.

Mariam’s journey reflects the values at the heart of Enterprising Women. As the leader of Datalink Electronics, she has overseen the continued growth of a UK-based electronics design and manufacturing business serving highly regulated sectors including aerospace, defence, medical, industrial, and scientific instrumentation. Her focus on quality, long-term partnerships, and sustainable growth has helped position Datalink as a trusted supplier and employer within the region.

Beyond commercial success, Mariam is a strong advocate for inclusive leadership, mentoring, and creating opportunities for others. Her contribution to the conference will draw on real-world experience: building resilient teams, navigating complex supply chains, and leading with integrity in industries where trust and accountability matter.
At Datalink Electronics, we believe that strong businesses are built not only on technical excellence but also on people, values, and shared responsibility. Mariam’s participation in the Enterprising Women International Women’s Day Conference reflects that belief, and our ongoing commitment to supporting initiatives that champion collaboration, leadership, and positive change.

The event will be held on 5 March 2026, from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm at Vaillant Live, Derby, with support from headline partner Barclays, associate partner Knights, and venue partner Vaillant Live.

We are delighted to support this important event and look forward to the conversations, connections, and inspiration it will bring.