MUSICIAN Jennie Nicholson hit the right note with the judging panel when they named her County Durham's Shell Livewire Young Entrepreneur of the Year.
Ms Nicholson, 23, who lives in Witton Gilbert, won the title and a cheque for £500 at the final, held at Durham County Cricket Club and organised by Business Link County Durham.
All four judges were impressed by the way she combined her talent and passion for music with a determination to run a successful business.
"I am absolutely delighted to have won and am really looking forward to the regional final on May 8 in Newcastle," she said.
Ms Nicholson set up in business when she could not find the job she wanted in the North-East following four years of study at a London music college. Now she combines teaching with running music workshops for people with disabilities in residential homes, youth clubs and other centres.
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