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From roots in lockdown boredom, Chiara's Southampton floristry business flourishes

The year is 2020. With lockdowns in place to slow the spread of the coronavirus, many are turning to gardening as a past-time. Among them is Chiara Nash, the now-Owner of... READ MORE »

Overcoming adversity: how Mark Darcy went from a difficult start to business and community leader

Mark Darcy’s journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Born into a family where money was plentiful, his world turned upside down when he was just... READ MORE »

Basingstoke business partners celebrate five years with Get Ahead

Basingstoke-based businesswomen Kristy Roff and Suzanne Evett, owners of Get Ahead South, are celebrating half a decade in business together. The long-time friends... READ MORE »

‘Reuse + Recycle!’ Milford on Sea pupil creates eye-catching new design for NMSB’s road sweeper

Pupils at Milford on Sea C of E Primary School were treated to a visit this week from NMSB and their newly decorated road sweeper. The New Milton building materials... READ MORE »

Wood you believe it! Josh sets sights on becoming UK’s biggest arboricultural contractor after his business sees impressive growth

Josh Pritchard admits he’s always been something of a day dreamer. But never in his wildest dreams could the 34-year-old have imagined building a multi-million business... READ MORE »

South Coast and Green Tech Boat Show sets sail in Southampton

Ocean Village Marina in Southampton will be abuzz with activity this weekend as the South Coast and Green Tech Boat Show calls into port. More than 90 boats are on... READ MORE »

From teen mum to multimillion-pound business owner, CMe Media's Charisse marks a decade

She’s overcome major hurdles, both financial and domestic – but now Charisse Smith is marking the tenth anniversary of her business, CMe Media. Charisse currently... READ MORE »

'It's been a rollercoaster' - Andrew retires from partnership after 30 years with Dutton Gregory

After devoting 30 years of his legal career to Dutton Gregory Solicitors, managing partner Andrew Tilley is finally ready to retire from the partnership. It was in April... READ MORE »

Portsmouth family’s ‘mouth-watering’ long lost recipes are funding pumps across Africa & Asia

A Portsmouth teacher is raising money for water pumps across Africa and Asia by selling her family cookbook, thought lost for 30 years. The Road From Karachi: Indian and... READ MORE »

ExxonMobil Fawley trio raise more than £6k for charity by conquering Kilimanjaro

A trio of ExxonMobil Fawley colleagues have taken on Mount Kilimanjaro, raising £6,333 for charity in the process. Process team members Emma Mumford, Adam Smith and Gary... READ MORE »