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Editor wrote a new post, County Business Clubs’ Wine of the Month April 2026

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:00:35 +0000

The Trouble with Dreams Multi Vintage 2021
Introduction to Sugrue South Downs
In the UK there are few winemakers that have such a well regarded reputation as Dermot Sugrue and his wife Ana who together create […]

Editor wrote a new post, The Business Leaders Wine Club

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:58:29 +0000

On Wednesday 18th March, I was invited along to The Business Leaders Wine Club. It was a great evening and brilliant to have such a strong mix of people in the room.
The March Burgundy tasting from The Business […]

Editor wrote a new post, Big Business Breakfast Club - March at The Grand

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:56:54 +0000

March’s Big Business Breakfast Club proved, once again, why over 100 business owners are willing to get up at the crack of dawn on the third Friday of every month.
Set against the backdrop of Brighton’s ico […]

Editor wrote a new post, The Real Reason Your Business Needs a CRM

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:54:58 +0000

(And why the software alone won’t solve it)
By Bruce Bignell, Founder of Evolve – Elite Pipedrive Partner
Over the last six months I’ve sat in a lot of discovery calls. Founders, sales directors, operations […]

Editor wrote a new post, The AI leap Sussex businesses are quietly making

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:52:20 +0000

Most UK businesses have AI open in a browser tab. A smaller number have moved past that, and the work is starting to look different. Here is where AI actually helps today, and what is coming next.
By Gareth Kemp, […]

Editor wrote a new post, Faces of Brighton: People, purpose and progress at Mayo Wynne Baxter

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:48:55 +0000

Dean Orgill, chief executive, Mayo Wynne Baxter
It is often the people in a place – more than the place itself – that shape how it evolves and what it becomes.
As Sussex Business Times commemorates its 500th […]

Editor wrote a new post, Sussex steps up - supporting young people through the Starr Trust

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:47:34 +0000

Across Sussex, individuals and businesses are stepping up to raise vital funds for disadvantaged young people in our community.
Mark Archer conquers the 200k Mustang Trail Race in the Himalyas
Retired fireman […]

Editor wrote a new post, A Year of Change in Action: Real stories from organisations Boxless has supported over the last year

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:45:42 +0000

At Boxless, we believe meaningful social and environmental progress does not come from one-off workshops, recycled statements or surface-level box ticking. Real change takes time, honesty, leadership and a […]

Editor wrote a new post, One Family Helping Others Create Theirs

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:44:19 +0000

How the Agora Clinic became one of Sussex’s most respected and cherished businesses
Some businesses are built to be sold. Others like the Agora Clinic are built to become a legacy; a place devoted to creating […]

Editor wrote a new post, Rivervale: growing with purpose, powered by community

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:42:24 +0000

As Sussex Business Times celebrates its 500th edition, Rivervale reflects on a journey of growth, change and community impact, and on the role SBT and County Business Clubs have played in helping share that […]

Editor wrote a new post, Connect Locally, Compete Globally, Succeed Together

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:39:18 +0000

Sussex Chamber of Commerce – From Sussex to the World
The Only Accredited Chamber in Sussex
Sussex Chamber of Commerce is the only British Chamber accredited business membership organisation in Sussex & […]

Editor wrote a new post, Brighton grows when founders grow

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:37:02 +0000

Brighton has always backed new ideas. It attracts creative people, celebrates ideas and turns side projects into serious businesses.
But growth rarely happens alone. Founders need practical support, trusted […]

Editor wrote a new post, Modernising business insurance: a Sussex success story

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:35:01 +0000

Insurance might not strike most people as the most exciting profession, but then again, most people haven’t met Daniel Stoner and the entrepreneurial team behind base Insurance Brokers.
As founder and managing d […]

Editor wrote a new post, Why Outdoor Events Are Taking Over

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:32:58 +0000

There’s been a noticeable shift in the events world over the past decade. Traditional hotel ballrooms and conference suites are no longer the default choice—today’s clients are looking for something more immer […]

Editor wrote a new post, Is Content the Antidote to AI?

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:31:33 +0000

Why the Businesses Winning Trust Right Now Are the Ones Showing Up as Humans First
By Matt Cheney | Brown Bear Studios.
AI is reshaping search, automating workflows and generating content at scale. But there’s a […]

Editor wrote a new post, Storytelling For The Next 50 Years

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:30:09 +0000

Fifty years ago, storytelling in business looked very different.
It lived in print you could hold in your hands, in gathered rooms, and in conversations. It travelled more slowly, was shaped carefully and […]

Editor wrote a new post, Built on Trust: How Seico Group Has Grown Alongside SBT and the Sussex Business Community

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:28:14 +0000

When Sussex Business Times was first published in 1975, Britain was a very different place, and the idea of a local business magazine becoming a 500-issue institution would have seemed an ambitious dream.
For an […]

Editor wrote a new post, Brighton Hive: Building Business as an Ecosystem

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:27:07 +0000

What if the most valuable businesses of the future are not standalone companies, but ecosystems?
That question sits at the heart of Brighton Hive, a multi-venture ecosystem founded by Kyriakos Baxevanis and May […]

Editor wrote a new post, 26 Years of Making the Show Go On: H2 Productions and the Power of Collaboration

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:25:52 +0000

For over a quarter of a century, H2 Productions has been quietly and expertly turning ambitious visions into unforgettable realities. This year, we are incredibly proud to celebrate our 26th anniversary. It is a […]

Editor wrote a new post, 500 Issues. One Community. A Personal Reflection.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:22:22 +0000

There are moments in life and business where you’re invited to pause…
Not to look back with nostalgia, but to reflect with perspective.
This is one of those moments.
500 issues of Sussex Business Tim […]

Editor wrote a new post, Can you fund the retirement you want from your business?

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:18:40 +0000

Many business owners have a simple plan: build a successful company, sell it, and use the money to retire.
However, many business owners are told, “Unfortunately, the current value of your business isn’t eno […]

Editor wrote a new post, Understanding tax for UK expats: 2026/27 Guide

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:17:13 +0000

Nikki Martin, Associate Director, Carpenter Box
Navigating the complexities of taxation can be challenging, especially for UK expats. Whether you’re working abroad or have relocated for retirement, u […]

Editor wrote a new post, Spring is the Most Dangerous Season for a Founder in Transition

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:15:03 +0000

By Joel Lawton – The Founder Transition Expert
“As long as I bring some money in by the 18th of May, then I am ahead.”
I paused and waited. The work we’d done together meant they might just hear it themsel […]

Editor wrote a new post, Value Added Partner Stories

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:13:06 +0000

We chat with Sea Lanes Brighton
Tell us your Story?

Sea Lanes creates National Open Water Swimming Centres that inspire safe outdoor swimming, open to everyone from first-time swimmers to elite athletes. Sea […]

Editor wrote a new post, Sussex needs businesses that don’t fit the template

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:11:30 +0000

Sussex says it wants growth. It talks about entrepreneurship, innovation, creativity, sustainability and local pride. It likes the language of bold ideas and future industries. But when you listen closely to two […]

Editor wrote a new post, Crowns Venues Announce Full Purchase Of Tottington Manor Hotel

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:10:34 +0000

On 17th March 2021 the Directors of Crowns Venues Ltd, Helen & Steve Pomery, Philip Fossey & Jamie Kensettacquired the keys to Tottington Manor Hotel near Henfield.
They negotiated an entry deal securing a 5 Year […]

Editor wrote a new post, The IT Priority Hiding in Plain Sight: Why Document Strategy Matters More Than Ever

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:09:32 +0000

When people talk about the future of IT, the conversation usually centres around artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and cloud technology.
These developments are undoubtedly reshaping how organisations […]

Editor wrote a new post, From Couch to 5K with Your Dog: DogFit Launches First Dedicated Canicross App

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:08:14 +0000

Combining dog welfare, mental wellbeing and community sport, the new App helps owners run safely alongside their dogs.
Award-winning UK brand DogFit International Ltd is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the […]

Editor wrote a new post, Screen Scene with John Heal

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:08:00 +0000

Wuthering Heights leans heavily into atmosphere—windswept hills, brooding skies, and a sense of emotional unrest that never quite settles. The film captures the bleak beauty of the Yorkshire moors well, creating a […]

Editor wrote a new post, Unlocking Business Growth with Content

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:01:13 +0000

Could you be overlooking the most significant growth opportunity in your business?
By Matt Cheney | Brown Bear Studios.
Many businesses still pour money into cold outreach and paid ads while treating content as […]

Editor wrote a new post, Supporting the Starr Trust: How Local Businesses Can Get Involved

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:59:12 +0000

The Starr Trust is a Brighton and Hove-based charity dedicated to supporting young people who are facing disadvantages such as mental health challenges, poverty or disabilities that are holding them back in […]

Editor wrote a new post, End of an Era at BBBC as Sam Thomas Signs Off

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:53:41 +0000

February’s Big Business Breakfast Club brought another packed room of Brighton business leaders together at the Leonardo Royal Hotel – but this month’s event carried an extra moment of significance as co-host Sam […]

Editor wrote a new post, Expo Excellence – times three

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:52:41 +0000

Brighton stands selling fast, Gatwick expanding, and a lightning strike for Eastbourne.
Three shows. Three distinct locations.
One clear focus: creating powerful platforms for regional business […]

Editor wrote a new post, Your Voice Is Your Currency

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:50:28 +0000

How women can stop undervaluing their story and start using it to build authority, visibility, and wealth
By Laura Beddoe-Collins • Founder of Soul Speaks • Speak to Sell Expert
Before you read another […]

Editor wrote a new post, Building Better Workplaces for Women

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:49:35 +0000

International Women’s Day offers an important opportunity to celebrate women’s achievements, reflect on progress and recognise the women who have shaped our lives, careers and communities.
But it should also ask […]

Editor wrote a new post, Cygnus Events celebrating its one year anniversary

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:48:32 +0000

Cygnus Events is a boutique event management agency aimed at providing professional and bespoke event management perfection.
Sonia Stray and Sarah Whitehead first met back in 1986 at just 11 years old. 40 years […]

Editor wrote a new post, Getting Outspoken About the Unspoken

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:47:31 +0000

As the Founder of The WomenHood and NeuroCurious, I get outspoken about the unspoken.
I’m also a proud Parent Carer. Solo mama. Late identified neurodivergent. National award-winning speaker and facilitator. C […]

Editor wrote a new post, International Women’s Day: Give to Gain

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:45:02 +0000

This International Women’s Day, Rivervale is proud to celebrate #GiveToGain, a message that reflects how the business supports, develops and empowers people. Across Rivervale, women give their time, knowledge, l […]

Editor wrote a new post, Being part of the Starr Trust journey

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:43:40 +0000

My name is Tracey Starr and supporting young people through my work with The Starr Trust is not just something I do, it is part of who I am.
I understand how important it is for children and young people to feel […]

Editor wrote a new post, Faith, Purpose and the Power of Showing Up

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:41:34 +0000

Why Herstory V became my most meaningful event yet
Over the past seven or eight months, I have faced some extremely challenging moments of my professional and professional life.
Preparing for motherhood should […]

Editor wrote a new post, Mind the Gap

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:38:00 +0000

What my career has taught me about women, work and the gap between potential and performance
When I was asked to contribute to this International Women’s Day special, my first reaction was hesitance. I’ve nev […]

Editor wrote a new post, Harley Street Fertility Care on Your Doorstep

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:37:06 +0000

Having moved to a beautiful new, larger home in Preston Park in February 2026, London Women’s Clinic Brighton shares their vision for providing women and couples in Sussex access to world-class fertility care c […]

Editor wrote a new post, Give to Gain: Redefining Growth in a World Obsessed with More

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:32:14 +0000

This year, the theme for International Women’s Day is “Give to gain”.
On first glance, it could sound like a contradiction. Because if we are honest, most of us have been trained to believe that gain comes from […]

Editor wrote a new post, Give to Gain: How supporting women in the workplace strengthens us all

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:30:53 +0000

Donna Holland, Chief Executive of Rockinghorse Children’s Charity
International Women’s Day is an opportunity to reflect on the progress women have made, but also to recognise how that progress has been ach […]

Editor wrote a new post, Breaking the Black: My Mission to Help Busy Professionals Reclaim Their Power Through Colour

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:29:19 +0000

Since launching my personal styling business four months ago, I have realised I wasn’t simply starting a new career, I was stepping into a mission.
For years, I watched incredibly capable, intelligent women w […]

Editor wrote a new post, Championing Women in Tech across the South

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:28:20 +0000

Ceres Jenkins – Founder of Better Days Recruitment and Women in Tech Brighton and Hove Group championing Women in tech and digital across the South.
I’ve worked in tech and digital recruitment for over 10 ye […]

Editor wrote a new post, It Starts With You: Building Resilience the Real Way

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:19:41 +0000

By Sam Adams
I am a Black, gay woman in business. Statistically, that doesn’t put me at the front of the starting line.
We know the data. Black women are underrepresented in senior leadership roles across the U […]

Editor wrote a new post, Twenty Years, One Firm: People, Purpose and Brighton

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:18:46 +0000

By Vicky King, Plus Accounting
When I joined Plus Accounting in 2005 I was in my early twenties, answering the phone at reception and learning the rhythms of a small, busy practice. Back then we were a tight-knit […]

Editor wrote a new post, 10 Years of the City Girl Network

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:17:12 +0000

Ten years ago, I made a decision that changed my life and the lives of thousands of people across the country.
I decided to host a coffee meet up for women living in Brighton who were looking for friends, […]

Editor wrote a new post, International Women’s Day 2026

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:15:24 +0000

Celebrating Sussex women and progress
International Women’s Day is more than a date in the calendar; it is a powerful moment to recognise the achievements, resilience, and impact of women across every part of s […]