Denise O’Leary MBE Named Among Top 100 Influential Women in Construction 2025
Chippenham, UK — [19th September 2025] – Purpol Marketing is thrilled to announce that its Founder, Denise O’Leary MBE, has been recognised by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction 2025.
The announcement was made at a prestigious awards ceremony held in Manchester, celebrating women who are driving progress, innovation, and positive change across the UK construction industry. The Top 100 initiative, supported by CITB, honours those who are breaking barriers, leading transformation, and inspiring future generations in the built environment.
Denise’s inclusion reflects her outstanding contribution to the sector, particularly through her leadership at Purpol Marketing, where she supports construction businesses in achieving success through strategic bid management, ethical marketing, and growth mentoring.
“It’s an incredible privilege to be recognised among such an inspiring group of women,” said Denise. “The construction sector thrives on innovation, collaboration, and inclusion — and this recognition highlights the growing momentum for positive change across the industry.”
Since its inception, the Top 100 Women in Construction initiative has spotlighted women working in every part of the industry — from apprentices and trades to board-level leaders — showcasing the talent, resilience, and creativity that continue to shape construction’s future.
The 2025 Top 100 list and category winners can be viewed on CITB’s official website:
👉 www.citb.co.uk/about-citb/news-events-and-blogs/winners-announced-for-top-100-most-influential-women-in-construction-2025/
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About the Top 100 Influential Women in Construction
The Top 100 Influential Women in Construction initiative, supported by CITB, celebrates female leaders, innovators, and changemakers who are transforming the construction industry. It aims to promote diversity, inclusion, and empowerment while inspiring future generations of women to pursue careers in construction and the built environment.
About Denise O’Leary MBE and Purpol Marketing
Denise O’Leary MBE is the Founder of Purpol Marketing, an award-winning consultancy specialising in marketing strategy and bid management. Recognised internationally for her leadership and mentorship, Denise has been honoured for her work in supporting SMEs, advancing women in business, and championing social value.
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