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TGIFF…. Thank God it’s First Friday

7th March 2024

By Sam Thomas, Managing Director of the Sussex Business Times. Despite having been an active networker in Sussex for nearly 15 years, I recently attended my inaugural First Friday Lunch Club at the amazing Salt Room. The credit for orchestrating this extraordinary networking affair goes to the brilliant Cognitive Law (one of our Value Added … Continue reading "TGIFF…. Thank God it’s First Friday"

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County Business Clubs’ Wine of the Month March 2024

7th March 2024

Celebrating women and a wine from Plumpton Estate in East Sussex    To help celebrate International Women’s Day on the 8th March, we have focused on a wine estate that employs some of the English wine industry’s most respected women. Several have worked extensively in the wine industry in a range of areas such as … Continue reading "County Business Clubs’ Wine of the Month March 2024"

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Inspiring the next generation of business leaders at the Sussex Business Show

7th March 2024

As a father to a fiercely independent and ambitious daughter, Sonny Cutting has always sought to collaborate with entrepreneurs who are powerful, different and who speak out about equality. Watching his daughter look up to strong women gives Sonny hope that her future will be just as bright With International Women’s Day on the 8th … Continue reading "Inspiring the next generation of business leaders at the Sussex Business Show"

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Love and lightbulbs, fear and bullsh*t – helping 21st century leaders create positive change through practical bravery

7th March 2024

By Oliver Blackwell, writer and storyteller for responsible businesses. Many of us grow up with cautionary tales about the perils of curiosity. It’s not always healthy for those of a feline persuasion. Daydreamers may fall down a rabbit hole…  For Richard Freeman and the team at always possible, however, applied curiosity is the catalytic game-changer … Continue reading "Love and lightbulbs, fear and bullsh*t – helping 21st century leaders create positive change through practical bravery"

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Meet and learn from inspiring women making their mark in Brighton

7th March 2024

Successful women, recognised as leaders in their field, play a key role in Brighton and Hove Business Show. On March 8th, the world unites under the theme ‘Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’. International Women’s Day celebrates the remarkable achievements of women while acknowledging the urgent need for investment in their full potential. Successful women play … Continue reading "Meet and learn from inspiring women making their mark in Brighton"

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Women’s cricket in Sussex breaking boundaries

7th March 2024

2023 was a year for growth in the women’s game across the county, and in 2024 Sussex Cricket has set its sights on encouraging more women to work in roles behind the scenes of the club. Sussex Cricket and its charitable arm, the Sussex Cricket Foundation, recently published its Impact Report for 2023 and the … Continue reading "Women’s cricket in Sussex breaking boundaries"

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ACUMEN Business Law sponsors March meeting of Big Business Breakfast Club

7th March 2024

The meeting is taking place on Friday 15th March. The Big Business Breakfast Club will be back for its third meeting of the year at Leonardo Royal. This month’s meeting is sponsored by Acumen Business Law. Join the breakfast on Friday 15th March at Leonardo Royal, on Brighton Seafront, from 8am. The event’s special guest … Continue reading "ACUMEN Business Law sponsors March meeting of Big Business Breakfast Club"

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Is the MAXUS Deliver 9 perfect for the construction industry?

7th March 2024

When it comes to the construction industry or the business of transporting unique and often awkward loads, the choice of vehicle is paramount, explains Rivervale. The MAXUS Deliver 9 Tipper and MAXUS Deliver 9 Dropside vehicles have rapidly become the go-to choice for professionals seeking reliability, versatility, and outstanding value. At Rivervale, we’re thrilled to … Continue reading "Is the MAXUS Deliver 9 perfect for the construction industry?"

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Government U-turn on taxation for Double Cab Pickup Truck drivers

7th March 2024

In a significant turn of events for businesses and individuals reliant on Double Cab Pickup Trucks (DCPUs), the government has reversed its decision regarding the tax treatment of these vehicles. The announcement comes following careful consideration of feedback from various stakeholders, including farmers and the motoring industry. Experts at Rivervale explain what you need to … Continue reading "Government U-turn on taxation for Double Cab Pickup Truck drivers"

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The doctors treating women’s health needs with a tailored approach

7th March 2024

We meet Dr. Olivia Hum and Dr. Zoe Schaedel, founders of Myla Health. Dr. Olivia Hum and Dr. Zoe Schaedel, both NHS GPs with a collective experience of 32 years, founded Myla Health in response to the unmet needs of their female patients within the NHS. Specialising in women’s health, they further honed their expertise … Continue reading "The doctors treating women’s health needs with a tailored approach"

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Changing the face of technology…together

7th March 2024

By Grace Prior, Co-Founder of Silicon Brighton. Silicon Brighton is a not-for-profit with a mission to drive digital growth across the South East. Our purpose is to put Brighton on the map and spotlight the city and the region for talent and investment. A vibrant tech hub known for fostering innovation and collaboration, I’ve had … Continue reading "Changing the face of technology…together"

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Shattering the glass ceiling – embrace empowerment in your career journey

7th March 2024

Meet Alex Young, an expert in career and workplace culture. She specialises in setting up shared workspaces across the UK, supporting thousands of organisations in their growth. Alex Young is a Director at Projects, a shared work space with two thriving buildings in Brighton and ambitious plans for further openings across the UK. Her vision … Continue reading "Shattering the glass ceiling – embrace empowerment in your career journey"

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Effortless style and affordable fashion: the Velvet way

7th March 2024

Meet Emma Draper and Gemma Vaughan, the dynamic duo behind brilliant independent fashion and gift store Velvet, as they scale new heights in 2024 and beyond. Velvet is a retail institution set in the heart of Hove and currently enjoying its 24th year of trading. A magnificent independent store, full of wonderful fashion, homeware and … Continue reading "Effortless style and affordable fashion: the Velvet way"

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The power of meaningful marketing: Building lasting connections in the digital world

7th March 2024

Stephanie Prior, Director of Prior Media & Marketing, explores why businesses should promote more than their products and services, when communicating with their target audience. In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of marketing, the significance of meaningful connections cannot be overstated. In an era dominated by digital platforms and constant information overload, consumers are not … Continue reading "The power of meaningful marketing: Building lasting connections in the digital world"

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Michele Gilling-Ulph, Director of Operations at the Agora Clinic

7th March 2024

As the Director of Operations at the Agora Clinic, I am privileged to work alongside my mother, Carole Gilling-Smith, the CEO and Founder of our esteemed institution. Our journey together in running one of the most inclusive fertility clinics in the UK has been nothing short of extraordinary, a testament to the importance of empowerment, … Continue reading "Michele Gilling-Ulph, Director of Operations at the Agora Clinic"

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Dynamic mother and daughter team who have made inclusivity a guiding principle of fertility

7th March 2024

In a world where women continue to break barriers, the story of the Agora Clinic is one that truly exemplifies the essence of empowerment, resilience and inclusivity. At the heart of this narrative lies the dynamic mother and daughter duo of Carole Gilling-Smith and Michele Gilling-Ulph Carole Gilling-Smith, Founder, CEO and Medical Director of the … Continue reading "Dynamic mother and daughter team who have made inclusivity a guiding principle of fertility"

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From chronic pain to freedom

7th March 2024

How Victoria Jahkeline Salomon, Federation of Holistic Therapists Tutor of the Year 2023, created a unique healing methodology that transforms lives. For so many years, I was in pain. For much of my life, misdiagnosed Coeliac disease left me in agony and unable to function, while generations of family trauma meant that anxiety and depression … Continue reading "From chronic pain to freedom"

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Crafting powerful stories that drive change

7th March 2024

Meet Abi Mellor, Co-Founder and Managing Director of award-winning creative agency MOREVER which supports charities and purpose-led brands. It’s 2024, yet still very few creative agencies are led by women. Abi Mellor is one of them. Having earned her stripes at charity heavyweights like The British Heart Foundation and digital agencies where she looked after … Continue reading "Crafting powerful stories that drive change"

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Shaking things up – for charities and businesses

7th March 2024

Known for her organisation and planning skills, marketer Rachael Dines never planned to be a business owner. In a way, Rachael Dines has already come full circle. Her teen dream was to work in media and whilst that didn’t happen, in recent years she’s been on live TV, radio and in national newspapers. And despite … Continue reading "Shaking things up – for charities and businesses"

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Meet Rose Macfarlane, leading Irwin Mitchell’s private client offering in Brighton

7th March 2024

Rose’s journey to law started in her teens, spending school holidays answering phones in her mother’s small family law practice. A decade and a half later, with a business degree and two careers under her belt (financial markets, and music video production), and a newborn baby in tow (literally!), Rose embarked on becoming a Solicitor. … Continue reading "Meet Rose Macfarlane, leading Irwin Mitchell’s private client offering in Brighton"

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