Britain’s brightest younger enterprise leaders
Madelaine Allen, Head of Axiom Europe, a division of the Creative Engagement Group – 35
Allen began her career in 2009 with live events at WRG, a division of the Creative Engagement Group. At the age of 27, she was the client director of the largest pharmaceutical company and has had excellent business growth in various accounts over the years. She has also improved her leadership skills; Since 2019 she has been heading Axiom Europe, an agency division with a focus on scientific engagement. She led the company through a new branding and repositioning, expanding both her customer base and team, and building a stellar reputation for scientific and creative excellence.
Elettra Bianchi Dennerlein, Co-Founder & Co-CEO, My Online Therapy – 29
With mental health high on the agenda, it’s no surprise that Dennerlein’s business – a virtual mental health clinic – continues to grow. The platform, which has partnerships with brands like Vitality, Superdrug and MyGP, offers bespoke therapy sessions via video, live chat or coaching, and the online element means removing mental health barriers like access. Dennerlein, a vocal climate activist, has already proven she has a flair for business – she previously built Tesla’s UK business from the ground up.
Josie Britton, Operations Director, Modus Workspace (part of the Workplace Futures Group) – 33
Britton joined the office design and build company Modus nearly a decade ago and rose quickly through the ranks after being responsible for a number of prestigious business wins. True to the company’s mantra of attracting long-term customers, not just “jobs,” Britton is an advocate for long-term employee development, even at a time when long-term employment is less than the norm. She’s made it her business to make sure that talented people stay in business much longer, and sometimes for most of their careers.
