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Screen Scene with John Heal
14th February 2026
Hamnet arrives quietly, but what defines it is intensity. Beneath its stillness is a film humming with grief, memory, and the unbearable weight of what goes unsaid. It’s not a traditional period drama—it’s something more intimate and bruising, a story told through atmosphere as much as plot. What could have been a simple tragedy becomes … Continue reading "Screen Scene with John Heal"
County Business Clubs’ Wine of the Month February 2026
14th February 2026
Frescobaldi Brunello di Montalcino 2019 For me the pinnacle of Italian wine is Brunello di Montalcino, I stayed in Montalcino after getting married in Umbria and was amazed by the depth of flavour using the red Sangiovese grape. It is one of Italy’s most respected wine regions, situated in the rolling hills south of Siena … Continue reading "County Business Clubs’ Wine of the Month February 2026"
Rivervale Sponsors Brighton Marathon for the Fourth Year Running
14th February 2026
Rivervale is proud to continue its support of the Brighton Marathon, sponsoring the much-loved event for the fourth year in a row as the Official Vehicle Partner of the 2026 marathon. As a Brighton based car and van leasing broker, Rivervale is passionate about supporting initiatives that make a real difference in the local community. … Continue reading "Rivervale Sponsors Brighton Marathon for the Fourth Year Running"
Experience World-Class Cricket with Sussex Cricket’s 2026 White-Ball Hospitality Packages
14th February 2026
Sussex Cricket is delighted to unveil its 2026 White-Ball Hospitality Packages, offering an exceptional blend of thrilling cricket and premium corporate entertainment at The 1st Central County Ground, Hove. Whether you’re looking to impress clients, reward your team, or celebrate a special occasion in style, our hospitality experiences are designed to elevate your match day … Continue reading "Experience World-Class Cricket with Sussex Cricket’s 2026 White-Ball Hospitality Packages"
16th Acumen Business Convention: Sparking Ideas, Innovation and Genuine Connection
14th February 2026
There is a reason the Sussex business community continues to talk about the Acumen Business Convention long after the final applause fades. It is where show-stopping entertainment meets serious business opportunities, a business convention of a different kind. On Wednesday 6 May 2026, that energy returns to The Grand, Brighton as we celebrate the 16th … Continue reading "16th Acumen Business Convention: Sparking Ideas, Innovation and Genuine Connection"
Game On: Why The Sussex Business Show is More Than Just Another Networking Event
14th February 2026
What comes to mind when you think about your average business show? It’s probably lots of enthusiastic professionals in suits, promoting their products and services with slick corporate stands and branded giveaway pens. And yes, while that has its place at The Sussex Business Show, this gamed-themed business shindig is so much more than that, … Continue reading "Game On: Why The Sussex Business Show is More Than Just Another Networking Event"
Big Business Breakfast Club kicks off 2026 in style
14th February 2026
The Big Business Breakfast Club returned with purpose, pace and plenty of bacon on Friday 16 January, filling the Leonardo Royal Hotel once again with over 1000 local business owners, founders and leaders for the first BBBC of 2026. With coffee flowing from two stations, a packed room by 8am and a buzz of conversation … Continue reading "Big Business Breakfast Club kicks off 2026 in style"
Agentic search and the next evolution of ecommerce buying
14th February 2026
For most of ecommerce’s history, the purchase journey has followed a familiar pattern. Someone searches for what they want, compares a handful of options across one or more retailers, deliberates for a bit, lands on a product page, adds to cart, and checks out. That flow has been optimised relentlessly by conversion specialists and increasingly … Continue reading "Agentic search and the next evolution of ecommerce buying"
Small team, big impact: how Rivervale’s marketing apprentice is already running campaigns
14th February 2026
National Apprenticeship Week (9 to 15 February 2026) is a chance to spotlight the people and businesses proving apprenticeships are not just a “first step”, they are a proper route into real careers. This year’s theme is “Skills for Life”. At Rivervale, we have seen that first-hand with Jess, who joined us as a Marketing … Continue reading "Small team, big impact: how Rivervale’s marketing apprentice is already running campaigns"
Beyond Assumptions: Embracing Change as a Founder and Mother-to-Be
14th February 2026
Why change, vulnerability, and support have shaped my most important chapter yet … When I founded Prior Media & Marketing in 2022, I set out to build a business that was purposeful, sustainable, and rooted in meaningful relationships. As I approached my third year in business, I had clear plans for growth, momentum, and impact. … Continue reading "Beyond Assumptions: Embracing Change as a Founder and Mother-to-Be"
Home Improvements This Spring: Key Legal and Safety Requirements for Houses and Flats
14th February 2026
Simon Harris, Associate Solicitor – sharris@mayowynnebaxter.co.uk With Spring, hopefully, around the corner, many of us are considering home improvements or alterations to improve our homes, or to seeking to increase the value and of our homes To alter or extend your property, you typically need a combination of government approvals, legal consents from owners, and … Continue reading "Home Improvements This Spring: Key Legal and Safety Requirements for Houses and Flats"
How much should you really be saving for retirement?
14th February 2026
By William Martin, Southover Wealth We all know we should be saving for retirement, but how much is enough? It’s a question that clients ask me every week, and the truth is, there’s no single answer. Your ideal contribution depends on when you start, how much you earn, and what kind of lifestyle you want … Continue reading "How much should you really be saving for retirement?"
Are You Overpaying Because Your Mortgage Lender Doesn’t Understand Self-Employed Income?
14th February 2026
As a self-employed professional, your mortgage renewal presents an opportunity to ensure you’re getting the best deal for your circumstances, particularly when it comes to how lenders assess your income structure. When your mortgage deal ends, loyalty to your existing lender might feel like the path of least resistance. But here’s what most self-employed borrowers … Continue reading "Are You Overpaying Because Your Mortgage Lender Doesn’t Understand Self-Employed Income?"
Planning for Exit: a guide to preparing your business for sale
14th February 2026
Alistair Aird, Corporate Finance Director, Carpenter Box For many owner-managers, selling a business marks the culmination of years of hard work and is often a once-in-a-lifetime event. Too often, however, exit planning is left until a sale is imminent, rather than approached as a deliberate, long-term process. In reality, the strongest outcomes are achieved by … Continue reading "Planning for Exit: a guide to preparing your business for sale"
The One Thing Successful Founders Control (When Everything Else is Changing)
14th February 2026
By Joel Lawton, Founder Transition Expert I was sat there opposite them, remaining silent and waiting for them to utter the words that were ready to spill out. “I’m worried I won’t be able to feel the success by the time I get there.” There it was. Right at the end of our coaching session. … Continue reading "The One Thing Successful Founders Control (When Everything Else is Changing)"
Value Added Partner Stories
14th February 2026
We chat with the directors of Beau & Bell Tipi Hire Ltd Tell us your Story? Our journey began in 2016, inspired by a simple love for outdoor adventures and a belief that special moments deserve extraordinary settings. What started with a handful of beautiful bell tents then quickly grew into something much bigger. As … Continue reading "Value Added Partner Stories"
Sussex at a turning point: why devolution will succeed or fail on delivery, trust and good jobs
14th February 2026
Sussex is on the brink of its biggest political and economic shift in a generation. A mayoral combined authority, and newly calibrated unitary councils, promise scale, clout and long-term thinking. But if that still feels abstract, it’s because it often is. For businesses, the real question isn’t whether devolution is a “good idea”, but whether … Continue reading "Sussex at a turning point: why devolution will succeed or fail on delivery, trust and good jobs"
Sussex-based Ridgeview Wine Estate acquired by investor consortium led by Quantum Beverage Company
14th February 2026
London, 12 February 2026 – Ridgeview Wine Estate, one of England’s most respected sparkling wine producers based near Ditchling in East Sussex, has been acquired by QBRidge Ltd, an investor consortium led by The Quantum Beverage Company (QBev) for an undisclosed sum. QBev led the acquisition, acting as the principal partner to a consortium of … Continue reading "Sussex-based Ridgeview Wine Estate acquired by investor consortium led by Quantum Beverage Company"
Webtrends Optimize becomes the first Conversion Rate Optimisation platform to be B Corp™ certified
14th February 2026
Webtrends Optimize has become the first Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) platform to receive B Corp™ certification and joins an illustrious and exclusive community of organisations that are helping ensure business is a force for good and benefits all people, communities and the planet. Webtrends Optimize is an unrestricted, full-stack, cloud-based SaaS platform that combines data … Continue reading "Webtrends Optimize becomes the first Conversion Rate Optimisation platform to be B Corp™ certified"
What Block Managers Really Need from Surveyors in 2026: Lessons from the Front Line
14th February 2026
Exploring the shifting pressures, needs and expectations within block management. Effective block management plays a crucial role in safeguarding residential property investments. From maintaining building integrity and managing communal spaces to ensuring legal compliance and financial transparency, the responsibilities placed on freeholders, managing agents, and resident management companies are significant. As regulations evolve and expectations … Continue reading "What Block Managers Really Need from Surveyors in 2026: Lessons from the Front Line"
