Vanessa Liell’s career is proof that breaking the glass ceiling isn’t just about finding a way through; it’s about clearing the path so others can rise more easily. So it is really of little wonder that she was awarded the B&T Women In Media Glass Ceiling Award this year. Over three decades in PR, Liell has combined business success with a relentless commitment to dismantling structural barriers that once held women back. Speaking to B&T moments after being named the winner of Liell, she reflected on what the “incredible” honour meant to her. She passed that lesson on to the next generation, telling them to be “brave, speak out and have courage” and offering support.