The CEO of the Zachary Geddis Trust in Coleraine won £4,000 for the mental health charity at the Institute of Directors Women in Leadership Pitch Perfect competition.

Yasmin delivered the winning pitch before 500 attendees at the Northern Ireland conference. Her presentation received 47% of the votes.

The charity provides essential mental health services in the community. The funding will support core services and new programmes to address growing needs.

Yasmin expressed honour in representing the trust. She called the win a shock and thrill that shows confidence in the organisation's work.

She thanked voters and supporters of the charity's efforts.

The annual conference celebrates women in leadership and connects leaders. Yasmin competed against pitches from Last Say Ltd, Bloom Band, Kitchen Sync and CAST planning.