We are proud to share that Marshall Harmony’s founder and director, Laura Davies, has been nominated for the Enterprise Vision Awards (EVAs), one of the UK’s largest celebration of women in business!
The EVAs recognise women who lead with integrity, creativity and strength, and who are shaping industries for the better. Laura’s nomination highlights her continued contribution to the manufacturing and engineering recruitment sector, and her commitment to changing the perception of recruitment through honesty, empathy and purpose.
A New Kind of Recruitment Leadership
Laura’s journey began more than twenty years ago, long before flexible working and values-led leadership became popular talking points. After walking away from the traditional high street recruitment world, she founded Marshall Harmony in Shropshire with a clear vision. She wanted to prove that recruitment could be done differently.
Her approach focuses on people, culture and long-term fit rather than numbers or quick wins. Over the years, she has become known for bringing together the right individuals and businesses across the UK’s manufacturing and engineering sectors, helping to strengthen teams that keep British industry moving.
Championing Change in Manufacturing and Engineering
Laura has become a familiar voice in conversations around the manufacturing and engineering skills shortage. She has collaborated with universities and industry networks to raise awareness of the diverse opportunities available in these sectors. From encouraging graduates to explore engineering careers to supporting veterans transitioning into civilian roles, Laura’s goal is to help bridge the growing gap between talent and opportunity.
She believes passionately that the future of British industry depends on how well we nurture and develop people. That belief runs through every placement, every partnership and every initiative she supports.
Recruitment with Integrity and Flexibility
Within Marshall Harmony, Laura leads by example. She has built a company culture based on trust, flexibility and respect. The same flexibility she encourages her clients to offer is embedded in her own team, ensuring work fits around life, not the other way round.
Her work as an ethical recruiter has reshaped how many manufacturing and engineering employers view hiring. For Laura, success is not just about how quickly a role is filled but about whether the people placed thrive, grow and stay.
Clients often describe Marshall Harmony as an extension of their business. Candidates say they feel heard, understood and supported. That is the difference Laura set out to make.
Recognition That Reflects Real Impact
While awards are never the goal, this nomination represents recognition for doing things properly. Laura’s leadership style proves that empathy and excellence can go hand in hand, and that doing the right thing will always stand out.
As a recruiter working in Shropshire, the West Midlands & nationally, Laura continues to champion a better way forward for the manufacturing and engineering recruitment sector. Her nomination for the Enterprise Vision Awards is a celebration of everything Marshall Harmony stands for: care, commitment, integrity and lasting impact.
We could not be prouder to see her recognised among so many remarkable women who are shaping the future of British business.
