Small Business, Big Network

Latest Episodes:

From the Business Baby to the Expert in the Room Sep 04, 2023

Show notes

Emma Briggs is the owner of the digital marketing agency EDB Digital, With over 17 years of experience in the marketing industry she has worked with start-ups to multi-national companies to build their brand and push their services and products in front of the right audience. She specialises in social media management and lead generation where she can obtain GDPR-compliant data and her award-winning telemarketing team turns prospects into customers.

www.edbdigital.com

www.linkedin.com/in/emma-briggs-edb-digital/

Find a network where you can be yourself - Maria Morgan Aug 28, 2023

Show notes

Maria Morgan is founder of Esker Fields a range of natural skincare products. Having become ill with work related stress Maria became interested in all things holistic when she found conventional medicine was unable to help her.

Maria is a trained Professional Aromatherapist, Bio Energy therapist and Reiki Master. Maria first set up a holistic business giving treatments and initially made the skincare products for her own use.

Maria’s mission is to help people destress and feel good about themselves therefore, it is vital to mindfully apply the products to the skin while inhaling the aromatic aromas of the essential oils.

www.eskerfields.ie

Networking at women-only events Aug 21, 2023

Show notes

Kavitha Soundararajan is the founder of Isifiso, an eco-friendly company that up-cycles unwanted fabrics and turns them into new products.

She likes to network as female-only events where she has made friends and learned a lot too.

https://theisifiso.com

Suprina Hilaire - taking products to in person meetings Aug 14, 2023

Show notes

MSA Skincare is a natural organic vegan skincare brand that is eco friendly and plastic free. Suprina offers luxury vegan skincare products and facial experiences to give her customers a more holistic approach to their skincare journey.

Her mission is to make self care enjoyable but easy on the planet, with quality products that celebrate the skin you're in.

Suprina likes taking her products to in person networking meetings so people can smell them and try them for themselves.

https://www.msaskincare.com/

Why it's good to be the speaker at events, with James Church Aug 07, 2023

Show notes

James Church is the co-founder of Robot Mascot, a company that helps business owners to prepare for investment.

He is also the author of a best selling book 'The Investible Entrepreneur' which has led to him being asked to speak at events. This has brought him into contact with even more people and helped him to grow his network.

Download the free gifts James mentions at https://pitchready.co.uk/

Find out more about Robot Mascot at https://www.robotmascot.co.uk/

Jude Wharton - my first networking experience was not a good one! Jul 31, 2023

Show notes

Jude Wharton is one of the co-founders of Ready Steady Websites®, an off the shelf website and membership site template service. Jude and her business partner and husband, Chris launched Ready Steady Websites® in 2019 and they have been running a successful digital design company, 2nd Floor Designs Ltd since 2010. They are also the co-authors of The Website Handbook.

Website: https://readysteadywebsites.com/

The Website Handbook: https://readysteadywebsites.com/handbook/

Free Resources: https://readysteadywebsites.com/freebies/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@readysteadywebsites

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readysteadywebsites/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/readysteadywebsites

Making networking inclusive for neurodivergent people Jul 24, 2023

Show notes

Allegra Chapman is Co-Creator of Watch This Sp_ce, the award-winning organisational transformation team who solve business challenges through the power of inclusion. Allegra is also a writer, speaker, coach and mother of two. In 2023, Allegra was named as one of the most dynamic and inspirational female entrepreneurs in the UK by f:Entrepreneur.

Links:

Find out your organisation’s Diversity and Inclusion Score, and see your areas of strength and opportunity, with Watch This Sp_ce’s free Inclusion Journey Quiz: https://watchthisspace.scoreapp.com/

Find out more about Watch This Sp_ce at https://watchthisspace.uk

Follow Watch This Sp_ce on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/watchthissp-ce/

Erica Messer - trade shows can be great for networking Jul 17, 2023

Show notes

Erica Messer is an accomplished harpist, entrepreneur, and advocate for pet loss support. Inspired by a personal tragedy, she founded Wolfie's Wish, a renowned pet loss company that has garnered accolades, including a Best New Product Award for its remarkable grieving cards.

With a lifelong passion for music, Erica has dedicated her career to the enchanting melodies of the harp. Her performances resonate with audiences at various venues across the United States and Germany, where she weaves heartfelt songs and creates captivating atmospheres. Additionally, Erica's musical expertise extends to the realm of weddings and corporate events, where she utilizes her skills as both a harpist and a DJ to provide unforgettable experiences.

In conjunction with her music career, Erica remains committed to her mission of supporting those grieving the loss of a pet. Wolfie's Wish stands out for its innovative sympathy cards, not only providing comfort to pet owners but also offering veterinarians meaningful tools to assist their clients. Through her company, Erica has made a significant impact on the pet loss community.

Deepening her contribution, Erica has also written and illustrated a children's book on pet loss. By addressing the sensitive topic with empathy and understanding, she provides young readers with a valuable resource to navigate their emotions during difficult times.

To learn more about Erica Messer's musical endeavors and her pet loss company, you can visit www.Wolfieswish.com and ericamesser.com.

Fanning the networking glory with Tori! Jul 10, 2023

Show notes

Victoria Ajoku, is the founder and visionary of 'Fan The Glory With Tori'. As the craft of Fan Making is 'critically endangered' in the UK, her unique business aims to 'revive' the concept of 'the fan' through fun, engaging, therapeutic and team-bonding' workshops as memorable 'experiences'. Check out her online boutique where you can find a range of handmade items all pertaining to 'the fan'.

Victoria likes to network with fellow artisans and crafts people and to develop collaborations.

https://fantheglorywithtori.com/

https://www.instagram.com/fantheglorywithtori/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa2I0akvDB4V4sf0cCFZVzg

https://www.facebook.com/FanTGloryWTori

https://twitter.com/fantheglorywit1

Networking is a form of Marketing Jul 03, 2023

Show notes

Andy Schulkind is the CEO of Andigo, a digital marketing agency that partners with mission-driven small and mid-sized businesses, Andy and his team use a wide range of digital marketing tools that support brands while helping them meet their sales goals.