International Women’s Day 2026
Posted on 3 Mar 2026
4 min read
This Sunday 8th March is International Women’s Day and we are celebrating the incredible women who have helped Ogilvie grow into the organisation it is today.
Women have always played a immeasurable role in Ogilvie’s success – making up 55% of the workforce, 13 of whom have over 20 year’s service. Female leaders are represented at every level of the business including the board of directors, senior leadership team, operational leadership team and on the recently launched future leaders programme.
International Women’s Day is a moment to celebrate determination, resilience and progress, so we are proud to shine a spotlight on just some of the incredible women who bring expertise to Ogilvie Fleet every day.
We asked some of our colleagues to talk about their achievements and experiences, working in the fleet industry, support from Ogilvie and advice for other women.
Julie Anderson – Purchasing Manager
“Don’t accept the role you start in as where you should stay. Push for more responsibility and new opportunity, using all your skills and knowledge gained.”
Julie champions continual development and encourages women to challenge assumptions about their limitations.
Proudest achievement:
I raised a daughter who not for one second would consider her gender a reason not to succeed at anything.
Gillian Brown – Head of Accounts
“Learn about the industry and keep your knowledge up to date. Never think you are not good enough and always put yourself forward.”
With over 30 years in fleet, Gillian has seen the industry evolve and has grown with it. Supported by Ogilvie, she returned to education and built a fulfilling career.
On support in the workplace:
In the past few years, Ogilvie have looked into the taboo subject of Menopause. Jacqueline (Head of HR) has done an excellent job of promoting these but the majority of the attendees have been women. I’d like to see more men attend these courses, to see how women are struggling and what to do to support them.
Ranjit Grewal – Business Development Manager
“Women bring empathy, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage complex situations with clarity and calm. In fleet, where relationships matter, that balance makes a real difference. ”
Ranjit has built a career challenging expectations and embracing lifelong learning, including completing a Master’s degree in her late 40s.
On inspiration:
Women who uplift others as they progress show what true leadership looks like.
Trish Halford – Special Sectors Development Manager
“Be curious, be sociable, be adaptable, be creative.”
Trish encourages women to build their strengths and create their own unique value. He message to her younger self would be that life is not perfect – whatever happens, keep on going.
Achievement she values most:
Being a working mum… when your children tell you they’re proud, you know you’ve done something right.
Emma Kidd – Driver & Vehicle Admin Services Manager
“Trust your knowledge and don’t shrink yourself to fit the room.”
Emma believes in quiet confidence, preparedness and asking the brave questions that lead to process improvement.
On inclusion:
Inclusion is recognising that people are wired differently and valuing different communication styles and experiences.
Amy O’Connor – Customer Service Team Leader
“Back yourself, even if no one else has yet.”
Amy’s journey has been shaped by self-reliance and determination. As a working mum, she leads with empathy, organisation and resilience.
On developing women at Ogilvie:
Spotlighting female leaders and clear development pathways makes progression feel achievable.
Yvonne Poulter – Financial Controller
“Working well together irrespective of gender… kindness to everyone… and being able to say ‘I’m proud to be a woman’ without it being taken as discrimination.”
For Yvonne, equality is simple: fairness, mutual respect and zero tolerance for discrimination.
On the strengths women bring to the field:
Being resilient and able to cope with multiple challenges, being approachable and kindness.
Faye Winter – Customer Service Executive
“Don’t assume a field associated with LCVs and cars is male dominated. There are waves being made by women across the board.”
Faye wants women entering the industry to feel confident they belong. She views International Women’s Day as both celebration and reflection.
On IWD meaning:
It lets us appreciate the strength and resilience of women and reflect on the world we want for future generations. It allows us to look at how far we’ve come, whilst being mindful of where we still would like to be for our granddaughters, great-granddaughters and the many generations thereafter.
