MARY Foster, a Petersfield businesswoman, was Franchise of the Year runner-up at the national Women’s Business Conference and Awards for her business Sleepy Lambs Sleep Consulting.
The ceremony was hosted by the Women’s Business Club at the Pittville Pump Room in Cheltenham on December 4.
Mrs Foster launched her business days after the birth of her and husband Gavin’s third child in 2014.
She said: “It was an incredible honour, less than 18 months after we grew into a franchise model, especially as we were up against some well-established global franchises.
"We have an amazing team and we continue to grow throughout the UK, Ireland and internationally.
“Sleepy Lambs has a unique, holistic approach to sleep, which resonates with families looking for lasting solutions for healthy sleep for their babies and young children.”