Liz Houghton
Liz Houghton is a British entrepreneur and the CEO/Founder of Mint Velvet.

Life and career
Liz  started  her career  as a corporate trainee in the Burton Group (now Arcardia) working for Topshop and Principles, where she was the Brand Director.

In  October 2009, Liz alongside with Lisa Agar Rea, Jane Rawlings & Stuart Grant founded Mint Velvet, a British women wear retailer. Liz  as the CEO led Mint Velvet to greater heights  with several Fast Track 100 awards.

Will Houghton Foundation
In 2016, Liz’s eldest son, Will, was tragically killed in an accident involving his bike. Will's wish was to donate all his organs, so Liz ensured this was carried out. After Will’s death, Liz with her family set up the Will Houghton Foundation working with UK charities to help 14–24 year olds to reach their potential through education and sport.

Don’t forget the Donor” campaign
Liz was keen to know that her son’s organs had transformed other families in need and sought to find out via the existing channels.  However, she was disappointed to learn that few recipients are encouraged to feedback, often because they do not feel equipped to do so. Liz then set up the “Don’t forget the Donor” campaign with NHS Blood and Transplant to help both the recipients with how to feedback, and the donor families to create some peace after losing a loved one whilst still honoring the anonymity of  donation.

Awards
 2017 - Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) award