Shama Amin, 41

Bradford

Occupation: Owner, Children’s Day Nursery

Shama, a 41-year-old mother of five, is passionate about taking care of children and describes herself as loyal, determined and outspoken. Having wanted this since childhood, Shama is ready to prove she has the “skillset that is required to be one of the best, successful businesswomen in the early years sector.”

“Being a lady of colour, wearing a headscarf as well, and the challenges that we face on a daily basis, I just want to be a living example for the Asian women and South Asian women out there.”