We were thrilled to hear that Sassie & Jess Patel (2017 Leavers) were invited to join the Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, and other members of the Cabinet at a special event at Downing Street on Wednesday 8th March to mark International Womens' Day.

Their brand, DeMoo Jeans was just one of nine other brands to be invited to take part in the Female Entrepreneurs and Business Showcase.

Sassie said about the event, 'It really was a pinch me moment and one for the history books! It was such a privilege to be at No.10 with my business partners, India and Jess, and particularly poignant as this month is DeMoo's fifth year anniversary.  To chat one-to-one with the Prime Minister himself, top female CEOs across the UK, female MPs and the PMs wife about our business and mentorship opportunities was a moment we will never forget. We helped them try on our headbands and our latest product - up-cycled blazers. We had such a laugh and it was great to hear their feedback on the style, fit and functionality in the workplace.  

The Prime Minister also gave a brilliant speech, celebrating female entrepreneurs and highlighting the importance of female businesses to the UK economy. The energy and buzz in the room was a feeling I'll never forget. Being surrounded by so many talented, exceptional and inspiring women, all with a different purpose and cause left me feeling so inspired and proud.'