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North Wales Live
16 hours ago
- Business
- North Wales Live
UK roadshow to champion impact of local small businesses
Small Business Saturday's month-long UK roadshow is set to return as it announces plans to visit over 20 towns and cities across the country to celebrate the nation's vibrant small business community. Launching this autumn in Scotland - with stops in Lossiemouth, Aberdeenshire, and Edinburgh - 'The Tour' will spotlight some of the UK's most inspiring local businesses. Backed by BT it aims to recognise the vital role of small businesses in boosting local economies, creating jobs, and supporting communities. The nationwide journey will then continue across the rest of the UK throughout November, visiting towns and cities including Belfast, Manchester, Durham, Preston, Carlisle, Derby, Grimsby, Wrexham, Hereford, Newport, Plymouth, Salisbury, Cambridge, and London. In the lead-up to Small Business Saturday, 'The Tour' will shine a light on business owners, their stories, and the incredible local communities at the heart of the UK's 5.45 million small businesses, celebrating their critical contribution to the economy. Planned stops include visiting a range of small businesses, from a cycling adventure firm in Scotland and luxury handmade chocolatier in the North of England, to bakeries in Wales, and a shoe repair business in the South. "Being part of the Small Business Saturday Tour 2024 was such a fabulous experience! We loved welcoming the team, giving our brand more exposure and meeting so many other inspiring small businesses along the way," said Carol Jackson, Owner of ELJ Drinks Ltd. "The Tour is a fabulous celebration of entrepreneurial spirit, culminating in Small Business Saturday and we can't wait to be part of the magic again in 2025! If the tour is heading your way, don't miss it. Get involved, show up, and soak up the support, energy and wider community. You'll love it!" Small Business Saturday is a grassroots, non-commercial campaign that celebrates small business success and encourages consumers to 'shop local' and support businesses in their communities. Taking place this year on 6 December, Small Business Saturday is backed by its principal supporter American Express. Now in its thirteenth year, Small Business Saturday has engaged millions of shoppers and helped generate billions of pounds in spending at small businesses across the UK. Coinciding with the roadshow, the campaign will also feature a full month of free online support for small businesses all over the UK. This includes daily workshops, mentoring sessions, and insight events featuring small business owners and industry experts. "Small Business Saturday is all about championing the incredible entrepreneurs who bring passion, innovation, and heart to communities across the UK," said Michelle Ovens CBE, director of Small Business Saturday UK. The Tour gives us the opportunity to hit the road and engage directly with the nation's favourite small businesses, celebrating their unique stories and the essential role they play in strengthening local economies. We're excited to begin this next chapter and highlight the creativity and resilience that make small businesses the foundation of our communities." With the roadshow expected to cover around 3,000 miles, 'The Tour' will continue to use electric vehicles to reduce emissions and showcase the sustainable choices many small business owners are making on the journey toward net zero. 'Small businesses are vital to the UK economy, and providing entrepreneurs with the right support is crucial to their success,' said Chris Sims, Chief Commercial Officer, UK Business, at BT. "The Tour offers a great platform to engage with small businesses across the country, delivering tailored advice and resources to help them grow and adapt. This is an important initiative that allows businesses to connect for good, strengthening local communities and fostering innovation and resilience across the economy.' Tour Dates The Small Business Saturday tour will visit the following UK locations: Monday 3rd November - Lossiemouth Tuesday 4th November - Aberdeenshire Wednesday 5th November - Edinburgh Thursday 6th November - Belfast Friday 7th November - Preston Monday 10th November - Carlisle Tuesday 11th November - Durham Wednesday 12th November - Manchester Thursday 13th November - Grimsby Friday 14th November - Derby Monday 17th November - Wrexham Tuesday 18th November - Hereford Wednesday 19th November - Newport Thursday 20th November - Crediton Friday 21st November - Plymouth Monday 24th November - Salisbury Tuesday 25th November - Brighton Wednesday 26th November - Maidstone Thursday 27th November - Leighton Buzzard Friday 28th November - Cambridge Monday 1st December - London Tuesday 2nd December - London Wednesday 3rd December - London
Wales Online
17 hours ago
- Business
- Wales Online
UK roadshow to champion impact of local small businesses
UK roadshow to champion impact of local small businesses Small Business Saturday has unveiled the 23 locations it will visit as part of its nationwide tour. The Small Business Saturday roadshow team visited award-winning dog stylist Katie-Jayne Musgrove and her husband Matt, owners of Dogs Rock in Chippenham (Image: Small Business Saturday) Small Business Saturday's month-long UK roadshow is set to return as it announces plans to visit over 20 towns and cities across the country to celebrate the nation's vibrant small business community. Launching this autumn in Scotland - with stops in Lossiemouth, Aberdeenshire, and Edinburgh - 'The Tour' will spotlight some of the UK's most inspiring local businesses. Backed by BT it aims to recognise the vital role of small businesses in boosting local economies, creating jobs, and supporting communities. The nationwide journey will then continue across the rest of the UK throughout November, visiting towns and cities including Belfast, Manchester, Durham, Preston, Carlisle, Derby, Grimsby, Wrexham, Hereford, Newport, Plymouth, Salisbury, Cambridge, and London. In the lead-up to Small Business Saturday, 'The Tour' will shine a light on business owners, their stories, and the incredible local communities at the heart of the UK's 5.45 million small businesses, celebrating their critical contribution to the economy. Planned stops include visiting a range of small businesses, from a cycling adventure firm in Scotland and luxury handmade chocolatier in the North of England, to bakeries in Wales, and a shoe repair business in the South. "Being part of the Small Business Saturday Tour 2024 was such a fabulous experience! We loved welcoming the team, giving our brand more exposure and meeting so many other inspiring small businesses along the way," said Carol Jackson, Owner of ELJ Drinks Ltd. "The Tour is a fabulous celebration of entrepreneurial spirit, culminating in Small Business Saturday and we can't wait to be part of the magic again in 2025! If the tour is heading your way, don't miss it. Get involved, show up, and soak up the support, energy and wider community. You'll love it!" Small Business Saturday is a grassroots, non-commercial campaign that celebrates small business success and encourages consumers to 'shop local' and support businesses in their communities. Taking place this year on 6 December, Small Business Saturday is backed by its principal supporter American Express. Now in its thirteenth year, Small Business Saturday has engaged millions of shoppers and helped generate billions of pounds in spending at small businesses across the UK. Coinciding with the roadshow, the campaign will also feature a full month of free online support for small businesses all over the UK. This includes daily workshops, mentoring sessions, and insight events featuring small business owners and industry experts. Article continues below Carol Jackson, owner of ELJ Drinks Ltd., which produces flavoured Scottish Gin and Rum distilled in Glasgow, said the Small Business Saturday roadshow is a celebration of entrepreneurial spirit (Image: Small Business Saturday) "Small Business Saturday is all about championing the incredible entrepreneurs who bring passion, innovation, and heart to communities across the UK," said Michelle Ovens CBE, director of Small Business Saturday UK. The Tour gives us the opportunity to hit the road and engage directly with the nation's favourite small businesses, celebrating their unique stories and the essential role they play in strengthening local economies. We're excited to begin this next chapter and highlight the creativity and resilience that make small businesses the foundation of our communities." With the roadshow expected to cover around 3,000 miles, 'The Tour' will continue to use electric vehicles to reduce emissions and showcase the sustainable choices many small business owners are making on the journey toward net zero. 'Small businesses are vital to the UK economy, and providing entrepreneurs with the right support is crucial to their success,' said Chris Sims, Chief Commercial Officer, UK Business, at BT. "The Tour offers a great platform to engage with small businesses across the country, delivering tailored advice and resources to help them grow and adapt. This is an important initiative that allows businesses to connect for good, strengthening local communities and fostering innovation and resilience across the economy.' For more information on Small Business Saturday and to get involved in The Tour visit - Tour Dates Article continues below The Small Business Saturday tour will visit the following UK locations:
Scotsman
a day ago
- Business
- Scotsman
UK roadshow to champion impact of local small businesses
Small Business Saturday's month-long UK roadshow is set to return as it announces plans to visit over 20 towns and cities across the country to celebrate the nation's vibrant small business community Free weekly newsletter Join our weekly YourWorld newsletter for updates, behind-the-scenes insights from our editors and your chance to shape what's next. Free weekly newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Launching this autumn in Scotland - with stops in Lossiemouth, Aberdeenshire, and Edinburgh - 'The Tour' will spotlight some of the UK's most inspiring local businesses. Backed by BT it aims to recognise the vital role of small businesses in boosting local economies, creating jobs, and supporting communities. Most Popular The nationwide journey will then continue across the rest of the UK throughout November, visiting towns and cities including Belfast, Manchester, Durham, Preston, Carlisle, Derby, Grimsby, Wrexham, Hereford, Newport, Plymouth, Salisbury, Cambridge, and London. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad In the lead-up to Small Business Saturday, 'The Tour' will shine a light on business owners, their stories, and the incredible local communities at the heart of the UK's 5.45 million small businesses, celebrating their critical contribution to the economy. Carol Jackson, owner of ELJ Drinks Ltd., which produces flavoured Scottish Gin and Rum distilled in Glasgow, said the Small Business Saturday roadshow is a celebration of entrepreneurial spirit Planned stops include visiting a range of small businesses, from a cycling adventure firm in Scotland and luxury handmade chocolatier in the North of England, to bakeries in Wales, and a shoe repair business in the South. "Being part of the Small Business Saturday Tour 2024 was such a fabulous experience! We loved welcoming the team, giving our brand more exposure and meeting so many other inspiring small businesses along the way," said Carol Jackson, owner of ELJ Drinks Ltd. "The Tour is a fabulous celebration of entrepreneurial spirit, culminating in Small Business Saturday and we can't wait to be part of the magic again in 2025! If the tour is heading your way, don't miss it. Get involved, show up, and soak up the support, energy and wider community. You'll love it!" Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Small Business Saturday is a grassroots, non-commercial campaign that celebrates small business success and encourages consumers to 'shop local' and support businesses in their communities. Taking place this year on December 6, Small Business Saturday is backed by its principal supporter American Express. Now in its thirteenth year, Small Business Saturday has engaged millions of shoppers and helped generate billions of pounds in spending at small businesses across the UK. Coinciding with the roadshow, the campaign will also feature a full month of free online support for small businesses all over the UK. This includes daily workshops, mentoring sessions, and insight events featuring small business owners and industry experts. "Small Business Saturday is all about championing the incredible entrepreneurs who bring passion, innovation, and heart to communities across the UK," said Michelle Ovens CBE, director of Small Business Saturday UK. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "The Tour gives us the opportunity to hit the road and engage directly with the nation's favourite small businesses, celebrating their unique stories and the essential role they play in strengthening local economies. We're excited to begin this next chapter and highlight the creativity and resilience that make small businesses the foundation of our communities." With the roadshow expected to cover around 3,000 miles, 'The Tour' will continue to use electric vehicles to reduce emissions and showcase the sustainable choices many small business owners are making on the journey toward net zero. 'Small businesses are vital to the UK economy, and providing entrepreneurs with the right support is crucial to their success,' said Chris Sims, Chief Commercial Officer, UK Business, at BT. 'The Tour offers a great platform to engage with small businesses across the country, delivering tailored advice and resources to help them grow and adapt. This is an important initiative that allows businesses to connect for good, strengthening local communities and fostering innovation and resilience across the economy.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad For more information on Small Business Saturday and to get involved in The Tour visit- Tour Dates The Small Business Saturday tour will visit the following UK locations: Monday 3rd November Lossiemouth Tuesday 4th November Aberdeenshire Wednesday 5th November Edinburgh Thursday 6th November Belfast Friday 7th November Preston Monday 10th November Carlisle Tuesday 11th November Durham Wednesday 12th November Manchester Thursday 13th November Grimsby Friday 14th November Derby Monday 17th November Wrexham Tuesday 18th November Hereford Wednesday 19th November Newport Thursday 20th November Crediton Friday 21st November Plymouth Monday 24th November Salisbury Tuesday 25th November Brighton Wednesday 26th November Maidstone Thursday 27th November Leighton Buzzard Friday 28th November Cambridge Monday 1st December London Tuesday 2nd December London Wednesday 3rd December London
Scotsman
2 days ago
- Business
- Scotsman
UK roadshow to champion impact of local small businesses
Small Business Saturday's month-long UK roadshow is set to return as it announces plans to visit over 20 towns and cities across the country to celebrate the nation's vibrant small business community Free weekly newsletter Join our weekly YourWorld newsletter for updates, behind-the-scenes insights from our editors and your chance to shape what's next. Free weekly newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Launching this autumn in Scotland - with stops in Lossiemouth, Aberdeenshire, and Edinburgh - 'The Tour' will spotlight some of the UK's most inspiring local businesses. Backed by BT it aims to recognise the vital role of small businesses in boosting local economies, creating jobs, and supporting communities. The nationwide journey will then continue across the rest of the UK throughout November, visiting towns and cities including Belfast, Manchester, Durham, Preston, Carlisle, Derby, Grimsby, Wrexham, Hereford, Newport, Plymouth, Salisbury, Cambridge, and London. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad In the lead-up to Small Business Saturday, 'The Tour' will shine a light on business owners, their stories, and the incredible local communities at the heart of the UK's 5.45 million small businesses, celebrating their critical contribution to the economy. Carol Jackson, owner of ELJ Drinks Ltd., which produces flavoured Scottish Gin and Rum distilled in Glasgow, said the Small Business Saturday roadshow is a celebration of entrepreneurial spirit Planned stops include visiting a range of small businesses, from a cycling adventure firm in Scotland and luxury handmade chocolatier in the North of England, to bakeries in Wales, and a shoe repair business in the South. "Being part of the Small Business Saturday Tour 2024 was such a fabulous experience! We loved welcoming the team, giving our brand more exposure and meeting so many other inspiring small businesses along the way," said Carol Jackson, owner of ELJ Drinks Ltd. "The Tour is a fabulous celebration of entrepreneurial spirit, culminating in Small Business Saturday and we can't wait to be part of the magic again in 2025! If the tour is heading your way, don't miss it. Get involved, show up, and soak up the support, energy and wider community. You'll love it!" Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Small Business Saturday is a grassroots, non-commercial campaign that celebrates small business success and encourages consumers to 'shop local' and support businesses in their communities. Taking place this year on December 6, Small Business Saturday is backed by its principal supporter American Express. Now in its thirteenth year, Small Business Saturday has engaged millions of shoppers and helped generate billions of pounds in spending at small businesses across the UK. Coinciding with the roadshow, the campaign will also feature a full month of free online support for small businesses all over the UK. This includes daily workshops, mentoring sessions, and insight events featuring small business owners and industry experts. "Small Business Saturday is all about championing the incredible entrepreneurs who bring passion, innovation, and heart to communities across the UK," said Michelle Ovens CBE, director of Small Business Saturday UK. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "The Tour gives us the opportunity to hit the road and engage directly with the nation's favourite small businesses, celebrating their unique stories and the essential role they play in strengthening local economies. We're excited to begin this next chapter and highlight the creativity and resilience that make small businesses the foundation of our communities." With the roadshow expected to cover around 3,000 miles, 'The Tour' will continue to use electric vehicles to reduce emissions and showcase the sustainable choices many small business owners are making on the journey toward net zero. 'Small businesses are vital to the UK economy, and providing entrepreneurs with the right support is crucial to their success,' said Chris Sims, Chief Commercial Officer, UK Business, at BT. 'The Tour offers a great platform to engage with small businesses across the country, delivering tailored advice and resources to help them grow and adapt. This is an important initiative that allows businesses to connect for good, strengthening local communities and fostering innovation and resilience across the economy.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad For more information on Small Business Saturday and to get involved in The Tour visit- Tour Dates The Small Business Saturday tour will visit the following UK locations:
Powys County Times
08-07-2025
- Business
- Powys County Times
L A Ink printing named best printing company in Wales
A former childminder from Powys who was looking for jobs after the children she cared for left for school is now running one of the best printing businesses in Wales. Lucy Humphreys founded Adfa-based L A Ink Printing Studio in 2013 after she noticed a request on Facebook for someone local to create business cards. The printing business has since gone on to win a string of national accolades including from the Corporate LiveWire Global Awards and The Perfect Gift Awards. The female-run company has also received recognition from Dragon's Den star Theo Paphitis after it was selected to join his exclusive 'Small Business Saturday' network. L A Ink Printing Studio was recently named the best of its kind in Wales after winning Printing Company of the Year at the Welsh Prestige Awards. 'We have worked hard to promote our small business and have a unique selling point from other printing companies,' Mrs Humphreys said. "I set up the business in 2013 when all the children I childminded left for school and due to our house being on the market I was unable to fill spaces. "I applied for lots of jobs but never got picked. I was looking online when I noticed a request on Facebook for someone local to create some business cards. As I had always made my own business cards, I answered the request and that's how I got started. "I soon realised that many small companies couldn't afford to pay for logos and custom stationery to brand themselves and seem more professional and often struggled with businesses requiring minimum order quantities. "I grasped this niche in the market and answered all the requests for printed items, by offering a free design service and no minimum order requirements. "My business grew from there and within a few months I had to move out of the house and convert our garden shed into a workshop/office and took on a bigger lorry trailer in our new home. I outgrew that and so moved into a shed that had been my son's man cave until he moved away for university. It's also now been added onto and we may even need to expand further. "My daughter and my son's girlfriend have both worked with me and I put them both through an apprenticeship with NPTC and have also since gained my Green Growth Pledge and Equality pledge with Business Wales. Training and learning is at the forefront of my business ethic."
