Start-up loan gives Trunki inventor’s new kids’ sleep aid product a dream start as sales surge

November 15, 2024
Start-up loan gives Trunki inventor’s new kids’ sleep aid product a dream start as sales surge

Bristol serial entrepreneur Rob Law, best known for his Trunki ride-on kids’ suitcase, has launched his latest venture – a sleep training clock. Called Zeepy, it is aimed at children aged between two and six and uses melatonin-friendly lighting to help foster a more restful sleep.  To complement the...

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Great British Entrepreneur Awards shortlisting for firm on a mission to redefine corporate wellness

November 15, 2024
Great British Entrepreneur Awards shortlisting for firm on a mission to redefine corporate wellness

A firm with a groundbreaking approach to building healthier, happier and high-performing workplaces is in the running for a major business award. Kuutch was founded by workplace wellbeing and leadership specialist Samantha Tremlin, pictured, with a mission to redefine corporate wellness by blending science with holistic practices. This integrated...

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New funding for Neighbourly as it looks to build on its near-£1bn of impact investment in communities

November 15, 2024
New funding for Neighbourly as it looks to build on its near-£1bn of impact investment in communities

Neighbourly, the pioneering Bristol-based community engagement platform, has secured funding to support its growth and accelerate its embedded AI capabilities. Launched in in 2014, Neighbourly helps businesses deliver employee volunteering programmes, provide financial support and donate surplus products to thousands of vetted local charities and good causes across the UK...

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Recognition for pair of innovative Bristol tourist attractions in prestigious travel writers’ awards

November 14, 2024
Recognition for pair of innovative Bristol tourist attractions in prestigious travel writers’ awards

Two pioneering Bristol tourism projects have lined up alongside some of the world’s top attractions in a major awards scheme based on recommendations from UK travel journalists. Inland surfing lake The Wave and immersive art experience Wake The Tiger were both nominated for International Tourism Awards by Bristol Business...

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Bristol design agency cooks up new branding for fried chicken chain as it gets ready to spread its wings

November 14, 2024
Bristol design agency cooks up new branding for fried chicken chain as it gets ready to spread its wings

A fried chicken restaurant group with its roots in the West of England has teamed up with a Bristol design agency to give it a new brand identity as it embarks on a period of expansion. Miss Millie’s, which opened its first outlet in 1965 and now has 14...

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Focus on responsible business is a major factor in our ongoing success, says Bishop Fleming

November 13, 2024
Focus on responsible business is a major factor in our ongoing success, says Bishop Fleming

Accountancy and advisory firm Bishop Fleming has underlined its commitment to responsible business practices in its third annual report on the issue, saying it had become a key factor in the way it now operates. The Responsible Business Impact report underscores the firm’s ongoing commitment to fostering a sustainable future,...

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Burges Salmon works with global optical components firm as it focuses on another acquisition

November 13, 2024
Burges Salmon works with global optical components firm as it focuses on another acquisition

The corporate and mergers & acquisitions team from Bristol-headquartered national law firm Burges Salmon has advised world-leading specialist optical components manufacturer Gooch & Housego on its most recent takeover. The £6.75m acquisition of Phoenix Optical will accelerate Ilminster, Somerset-based Gooch & Housego’s expansion into the UK and European aerospace...

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TLT appoints second projects, infrastructure and construction partner in two months

November 13, 2024
TLT appoints second projects, infrastructure and construction partner in two months

Clean energy expert Madi Dacey has joined Bristol-headquartered national law firm TLT as a partner in its projects, infrastructure and construction (PIC) team in a move it said boosted its future energy capabilities and its expertise in complex energy and infrastructure projects. Madi, pictured, a transactional construction lawyer with a particular...

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New chief executive at Archus looking to maintain specialist consultancy’s healthy growth

November 13, 2024
New chief executive at Archus looking to maintain specialist consultancy’s healthy growth

Bristol-based international healthcare infrastructure specialist Archus has appointed Victoria Head as its new chief executive officer. Victoria, pictured, was previously the firm’s commercial and performance director. She takes over from Richard Darch, who is stepping into a new role after founding the business in 2017.  Launched with a mission...

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