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Metro Bank is ‘boss’ for women in business

Last updated on 13 May 2024

Written by Rachel Citron

The multi-award-winning Bridewell pub in Liverpool has a fascinating history. Ironically, it was once a Victorian ‘lock up’ for ‘over-refreshed’ revellers to sober up in overnight—before being used by military police to house conscientious objectors after the Second World War. The building then fell into disrepair until the early 1980s when it became a rehearsal…

How mentoring helped Thalia’s business grow

Last updated on 16 April 2024

Written by Rachel Citron

After struggling to find beautiful lights for her home during a house renovation, Thalia noticed a gap in the market and took the leap to start building Sparkle Lighting. Sparkle Lighting has become a destination for beautiful and unique lighting. It’s loved by interior accounts across the country and it’s thriving thanks to Thalia’s hard work!…

Hair Raising Growth

Last updated on 13 September 2023

Written by Rachel Citron

Foxy Hair Extensions may have started small in 2006 as a one woman band, but today, the company has both a thriving online and salon business. Foxy Hair Extensions is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of 100% human hair extension products and training designed for both professional hair salons and extensionists. The company was…

2to3 days

Last updated on 13 September 2023

Written by Rachel Citron

2to3 days is an original concept in recruitment – the UK’s first female-focussed careers network providing flexible jobs for professional women. Founder and former chartered surveyor, Juliet Turnbull started the business after a lightbulb moment when she realised the traditional recruitment model was literally failing millions of professional women like her.  Women who wanted to…

luna: Leading the TeenTech revolution

Last updated on 30 August 2023

Written by Rachel Citron

luna is an app for teenagers which provides a safe space to access trustworthy advice and guidance on their health and wellbeing. Jo Goodall and Jas Schembri share more about their journey, inspiration and taking their concept to reality.

Your Spin: Turning an idea into a business

Last updated on 16 August 2023

Written by Rachel Citron

Eilidh Mutch is the founder of Your Spin Limited, an in-venue activation game for the hospitality sector. As a young entrepreneur Eilidh shares more about her journey as well as the importance of networking.

Hear from Noreen Cesareo, Market Accents

Last updated on 24 July 2023

Written by Rachel Citron

Market Accounts is an international woman-owned advisory firm established to bring market insights and strategic expertise to help businesses find their voice in a crowded digital space. Led by Noreen Cesareo, Market Accents covers regions including the UK, Europe, US and Canada and the Middle East and North Africa, helping businesses to develop new opportunities to trade internationally.