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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Conference Cumbria 2025 to feature panel of young entrepreneurs
More than 300 innovators, leaders, and experts are expected to attend the flagship conference Cumbria event. Taking place on October 2 at the Derwent Pencil Museum, the 2025 conference is themed 'Make It Happen,' featuring discussions on action, seizing opportunities, overcoming challenges, and building successful businesses through entrepreneurship, leadership, and teamwork. The headline speaker for this year is Sara Davies MBE, and the 2025 conference will involve a dedicated panel focusing on emerging talent. Clyne Albertelli, MD of Co-Lab Engineering (Image: Supplied) The Chamber's Young Entrepreneurs Panel will highlight five of Cumbria's most promising young business owners, who are already making strides in their respective industries. The panel includes Clyne Albertelli, the MD of Co-Lab Engineering; Oliver Hodgson, founder and MD of Platinum Live; Lou Kneath, co-founder and CEO of +3K Animation Studios; Georgina Goulding, founder of Bakes by Gina; and Luke Jackson, founder of Stoked Adventures. They will share their entrepreneurial journeys with the audience, offering practical insights and advice. Georgina Goulding, founder of Bakes by Gina (Image: Supplied) Lesley Robinson, the head of business support, said: "We're proud to be showcasing some of Cumbria's brilliant young entrepreneurs at this year's conference. "Their drive, creativity, and resilience perfectly capture the spirit of our theme – Make It Happen." Albertelli, the MD of Co-Lab Engineering, is a serial entrepreneur with a background in the engineering and nuclear sector. He has raised almost £1 million in funding and specialises in delivering innovative technology projects. Hodgson, at just 21, is an award-winning entrepreneur and media personality. As founder and managing director of Platinum Live, he runs a communication agency that works with major brands on PR, social media, and live events. Kneath leads an award-winning animation studio with projects for SkyKids, global brands, and international broadcasters. She recently served on the 2024 British Animation Awards jury. Goulding, founder of Bakes by Gina, launched her business in 2021 after leaving civil engineering. She currently runs a successful café and business and recently won the 2024 Mitie Business Boost competition. Jackson, an adventure coach and mountain leader, assists business leaders in overcoming both mental and physical barriers. With experience in running businesses and tackling endurance challenges, he takes entrepreneurs into the mountains to find clarity and direction. The Young Entrepreneurs Panel will occur on the morning of the conference, discussing themes such as innovation, resilience, and leadership. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn from the candid insights offered by panelists. Lesley Robinson, head of business support, said: "Paired with insights from our other speakers and event headliner Sara Davies, this promises to be our most exciting Conference Cumbria to date." Tickets are available on the Chamber's website, with member tickets priced at £85 plus VAT and non-member tickets at £110 plus VAT. Exhibition spaces can also be purchased for an additional £75 plus VAT or £95 plus VAT respectively, along with a ticket. Sponsors of the event include Dodd & Co Chartered Accountants, Go Low Carbon, David Allen, Razzamataz, Leader Connect, Westmorland & Furness Council, and Cumberland Council. Interested businesses are encouraged to contact Lesley Robinson for more information on sponsorship options.
North Wales Live
05-05-2025
- Health
- North Wales Live
I tried a mushroom coffee and was blown away by the results
If you were to ask my friends to describe me, I'm fairly certain 'sleepy' would be one of the first words they'd use. I'm no stranger to a midday snooze, a post-work nap, or even a quick 30-minute rest before heading out for an evening event. Despite starting my day with a cup of coffee, I often find myself feeling quite drowsy, and it's not uncommon for me to clock in a solid 12 hours of sleep if I've had a particularly exhausting day. As a result, people have often recommended adaptogenic blends of coffee, which promise other advantages. The creators of London Nootropics secured offers from Deborah Meaden and Sara Davies on Dragon's Den in 2022. The brand incorporates special ingredients known as adaptogens that help balance physical and mental stressors. They recently released a fourth blend in their range. Mush Love is a limited edition blend made in collaboration with Fantastic Fungi, the company behind the viral Netflix documentary. It uses lion's mane, cordyceps, and chaga mushrooms to elevate mornings. The limited edition is retailing at £12 for 12 sachets. The blends' ingredients are said to counteract side effects like jitters, anxiety, and crashes—something I'm always keen to avoid. I've seen these ingredients in other drink blends, too—like DIRTEA's Cacao Super Blend, which I mixed in with vegan hot chocolate powder. It contains lion's mane (60 Servings) and is available on Amazon for £37.99. Mushroom Coffee from Protein Works also contains similar ingredients, it's currently £23.99 instead of £39.99. Although I've not tried this one. In addition to Mush Love, London Nootropics offers a variety of bundles, including the Starter Bundle. Priced at £40, it includes 12 sachet boxes of the brand's Flow Coffee (for focus), Mojo Coffee (for strength) and Zen Coffee (for calmness). Reach readers can enjoy a 20% discount on London Nootropics with the code REACH20, valid until 11:59pm (BST) on 31/05/2025. This code can be used once per customer and cannot be combined with any other offers. I've previously tried London Nootropics' blends Flow and Mojo. Mojo uses cordyceps, which is believed to boost energy and stamina, increase oxygen flow to muscles, enhance aerobic capacity, and reduce fatigue. Preparing the drink was straightforward. I mixed it with hot oat milk, which resulted in a rather bitter taste. However, a dash of caramel syrup quickly fixed this, and I found myself enjoying it just like any other cup of joe. The effects were immediate, with a noticeable increase in alertness. I found myself taking deeper breaths and feeling physically stronger, which was somewhat unexpected. This could certainly be a beneficial option on workout days. As a remote worker, I noticed an increase in my typing speed, which I attributed to the coffee. Usually, such an energy surge would leave me jittery, but I experienced none of that. I didn't feel the need for my customary lunchtime nap or my 5pm snooze, which was quite an achievement. Aside from the slightly bitter taste, the only negative I found with the drink is the long-term cost compared to regular coffee; the packs would make perfect gifts, though, for health-minded friends.
Daily Record
03-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Dragons' Den-backed coffee leaves shopper 'hooked on one taste'
Available in a range of flavours, the adaptogenic coffee blends are said to "enhance cognitive performance and improve brain health" When both Deborah Meaden and Sara Davies from Dragons' Den express interest in a product, it's often a strong indicator of its potential. That was the case in 2022 when the founders of London Nootropics — a brand known for its adaptogenic coffee blends designed to 'enhance cognitive performance and support brain health' — impressed the Dragons and secured offers from both investors. Since then, the company has expanded its reach, launching in prestigious retailers including Harrods, Selfridges, and even Meta's offices. London Nootropics is also currently collaborating with the Netflix documentary Fantastic Fungi, which celebrates the remarkable properties of mushrooms. As part of this collaboration, they've released a limited-edition blend called Mush Love. Priced at £12 for 12 sachets, this adaptogenic coffee features a powerful mix of Hifas da Terra lion's mane, cordyceps, and chaga mushroom extracts — formulated to combat fatigue and sharpen mental focus. Zain Peer, the co-founder of London Nootropics, expressed his enthusiasm, stating: "At London Nootropics, we're passionate about creating functional coffee blends that help people feel and perform their best," and noted that "Collaborating with Fantastic Fungi was a natural fit, aligning our love for adaptogens with their mission to inspire a deeper connection to mushrooms and nature." Louie Schwartzberg, the creative force behind Fantastic Fungi, couldn't contain his enthusiasm about teaming up with London Nootropics, adding: "We are thrilled to partner with London Nootropics on this exciting collaboration." He continued: "Mushrooms have always been a source of wonder and inspiration for me, and this partnership allows us to share their incredible benefits in a tasty cup of coffee," reports the Liverpool Echo. London Nootropics doesn't only sell the Mush Love blend, they also offer an array of packs including the aptly named London Nootropics Starter Bundle. For £40, this deal provides you with 12 sachet boxes encompassing Flow Coffee for focus, Mojo Coffee for strength, and Zen Coffee to relax. Then there's the Selection Box, which gives you a taste of all three coffees with 12 sachets, ideal for those just wanting to try them without too much outlay upfront. Liverpool Echo readers can enjoy a 20% discount on London Nootropics with the code REACH20, valid until 31/05/2025 at 11:59pm (BST). The code can be used once per customer and cannot be combined with other through until 31/05/2025 at 11:59pm (BST). This one-time-use code per customer can't be merged with other promotions. For an alternative option, consider DIRTEA Mushroom Coffee with Lion's Mane (60 Servings) available on Amazon for £37.99. This product, rated 4.3 stars, contains Organic Lion's Mane, Vitamin B, maca and ashwagandha root powders, all mixed with arabica coffee to enhance energy levels. Holland and Barrett offer the Cheerful Buddha Lion's Mane Mushroom Coffee Blend 150g for £11.24. This caffeine-free blend is infused with Lion's mane mushrooms, coconut oil, ashwagandha and cacao - all ingredients aimed at promoting wellbeing. Customers who have already tried the London Nootropics Starter Bundle have raved about it. One said: "I had a few free samples from my nutritionist and after one cup I was hooked. I tried flow and mojo on separate days, they both helped with my brain fog and most of all stopped the panicky sensation I get in my chest if I'm trying to enjoy a coffee and feel guilty I should be up and doing things. Zen is now my favourite for mornings where there is no rush (my weekend coffee), the others are brilliant for when I either need to get moving to walk somewhere or go to my Pilates class or just need the focus without the fog!". Another customer chimed in, saying: "Absolutely love this coffee, it tastes fantastic with oat milk and honey. Mojo gives me a great boost but without the crash of other coffee products. Love all these coffee definitely my favourite brand." A third customer, a self-proclaimed tea enthusiast, was won over by the coffee, saying: "I don't drink coffee as I am a die hard tea consumer BUT after trying these at my sister's insistence I am now hooked. The coffees are absolutely delicious and they really work for me. My favourite is zen but they all deliver amazing benefits without the punch and bitterness of regular coffee. Would highly recommend these. Will definitely be a regular buyer." Another customer however, raised an eyebrow at the cost, stating: "I absolutely love these coffees, they smell so good, are delicious and convenient The packaging is also beautiful and they make nice gifts but I wonder if they could be cheaper if you could buy a refill pack or something, I just can't afford to have them all the time." In conclusion, another purchaser shared their experience, adding: "I am enjoying delicious taste of this coffee, not sure if I can see effects of adaptogens yet but perhaps I need to pay more attention as wasn't really. I did not get ingredients descriptions cards in my boxes and I can see from other reviews that people got them and also personal messages, nice gesture, nothing in my boxes."
Scottish Sun
02-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
‘I won't holiday without it', Home Bargains shoppers say as store releases 99p product for removing sand at the beach
Plus, the rival product that featured on Dragon's Den SANDS GOOD 'I won't holiday without it', Home Bargains shoppers say as store releases 99p product for removing sand at the beach Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GOING to the beach is all fun and games - until you are covered in sand and can't get it off your feet. Thankfully Home Bargains may have a 99p product which can help remove sand off you in seconds. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Home Bargain's Sand Away is said to be a 'quick and easy way' to remove sand from feet at the beach Credit: A shopper shared how they spotted their Sand Away product being sold in stores for under £1. TikTok user @ wrote: 'How have I never seen this before! 'Sand Away claims to get sand off you and only 99p in Home Bargains.' The product is said to 'remove moisture from sand', with the retailer hailing it as an 'essential item for any beach trip.' More on Home Bargains DELIGHTFUL HAVEN Home Bargains selling cheap garden gadget perfect for attracting birds The listing states: 'Making removing sand from your legs and feet quick and easy, 'Enjoy your beach days without worrying about how much sand you'll be carrying in your car, home and shoes with you. 'Sprinkle it on to release sand sticking to your legs and feet, Sand Away will absorb the moisture to make brushing it off effortless. 'It's easy to use and the perfect size for sticking in your bag to take on the go.' Over 5,000 people have liked the shopper's video of the product, with many saying they want to snap it up for their family. One beach lover commented: 'Wow need this, many a trip to the seaside and I walk for hours wondering how to get the sand off my feet.' Discover UK's Best Beaches: Hidden Gems Revealed Another added: 'Yes and smells amazing.' However, one person pointed out: 'Talc does same ! Save your money.' One person replied: 'yes it works and cheaper then talc and smells lush.' The idea was seen in a similar product that was featured on Dragon's Den. 4 Home Bargains shoppers have been raving about the holiday buy Credit: Getty 4 The product costs just 99p from Home Bargains Credit: Supplied Beach Powder is a sand-removing substance made from a mixture of plant and mineral powders that removes sand instantly. The plant and mineral powders in the product absorb the moisture without drying out the skin, providing gentle and natural exfoliation. Business owner Stephanie Kelsey earned the respect of leading figures in the business world with her product, with both Sara Davies and Touker Suleyman both investing in it on an episode of Dragon's Den. 4 Beach Powder removes sand from the skin without using talcum powder Credit: Beach Powder
The Sun
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘I won't holiday without it', Home Bargains shoppers say as store releases 99p product for removing sand at the beach
GOING to the beach is all fun and games - until you are covered in sand and can't get it off your feet. Thankfully Home Bargains may have a 99p product which can help remove sand off you in seconds. A shopper shared how they spotted their Sand Away product being sold in stores for under £1. TikTok user @ wrote: 'How have I never seen this before! 'Sand Away claims to get sand off you and only 99p in Home Bargains.' The product is said to 'remove moisture from sand', with the retailer hailing it as an 'essential item for any beach trip.' The listing states: 'Making removing sand from your legs and feet quick and easy, 'Enjoy your beach days without worrying about how much sand you'll be carrying in your car, home and shoes with you. 'Sprinkle it on to release sand sticking to your legs and feet, Sand Away will absorb the moisture to make brushing it off effortless. 'It's easy to use and the perfect size for sticking in your bag to take on the go.' Over 5,000 people have liked the shopper's video of the product, with many saying they want to snap it up for their family. One beach lover commented: 'Wow need this, many a trip to the seaside and I walk for hours wondering how to get the sand off my feet.' Another added: 'Yes and smells amazing.' However, one person pointed out: 'Talc does same ! Save your money.' One person replied: 'yes it works and cheaper then talc and smells lush.' The idea was seen in a similar product that was featured on Dragon's Den. Beach Powder is a sand-removing substance made from a mixture of plant and mineral powders that removes sand instantly. The plant and mineral powders in the product absorb the moisture without drying out the skin, providing gentle and natural exfoliation. Business owner Stephanie Kelsey earned the respect of leading figures in the business world with her product, with both Sara Davies and Touker Suleyman both investing in it on an episode of Dragon's Den. Royal-favourite nutritionist Gabriela Peacock shares tips for getting 'beach ready' in a week GABRIELA told Fabulous: "While achieving a 'beach body' in just one week may not sound be realistic or healthy, there are simple lifestyle tweaks that anyone can make to feel more confident and energised in a short timeframe.' 1. Hydrate strategically 2. Cut Back on Sodium 3. Increase Protein Intake 4. Choose Complex Carbs 5. Prioritise Fibre 6. Snack Smartly 7. Watch Portion Sizes 8. Limit Liquid Calories 9. Get Adequate Sleep
