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About Menaka Gujral
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How to Set Up a Freelance Marketing Consultant Business in the UK
Are you a marketer and thinking of becoming a freelance marketing consultant? We have the lowdown on what you need to do when starting up your business.
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Caroline Bowen: Simplifying the Shift to Low-Carbon Homes with Dabalox
Discover how Caroline Bowen turned purpose into action by founding Dabalox, a climate tech startup helping homeowners better understand low-carbon heating and the future of sustainable living.
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Millie Flemington-Clare: Redefining Beauty Through Access and Human Design
Meet Millie Flemington-Clare, founder of Human Beauty, the accessible beauty brand challenging industry norms through inclusive design, lived experience, and community-led innovation. Discover her journey, challenges, and advice for women building purpose-led businesses.
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What Is a Principal Place of Business? | Companies MadeSimple
Learn what a principal place of business is, how it differs from a registered office, and why it’s important for UK companies.
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Claude for Small Business: What It Is and How to Get Started
Anthropic has launched Claude for Small Business, a package of AI-powered workflows and connectors designed to run inside the tools small business owners already use every day.
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How to Change your Company Address | Companies MadeSimple
This article explains when you might need to change your address, how to do it using the AD01 form, and what else you need to update to keep your business compliant and professional. Companies MadeSimple can assist with changing addresses and registered office updates to make the process even simpler.
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The Mores Village: Where Culture, Community and Story Meet
Discover how Bolupe Adebiyi built The Mores Village, a platform showcasing African heritage brands through culture, community and storytelling, and her journey as a woman in business.
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Sally El-Arifi: Turning Waste Into Worth Through Laffe Goods
Discover how Sally El-Arifi founded Laffe Goods to reduce food waste, turning overlooked ingredients into flavourful, sustainable products.
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Amanda MacCannell: Opening New Pathways Between Science and Industry
Discover how Amanda MacCannell built Pathways Open to connect science and industry, improving collaboration and accelerating innovation.