Author: mlacey

These days, “business as usual” is no longer enough. Consumers, employees, and customers increasingly demand environmental responsibility. Embracing sustainability isn’t just the right thing to do; it can also boost your brand reputation, attract talent, and even save you money. By prioritising initiatives that are feasible, measurable, and resonate with your employees and customers, you …

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Lorentz Gullachsen is currently immersed in an exciting ongoing project, tentatively titled “Unique,” which focuses on capturing the essence of various artists through portraiture. “It’s a privilege to visually document the diverse talents and personalities that enrich our creative landscape, and I’m thrilled to announce that this project is being generously supported by Grey’s Teas“, …

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6 May 2025 ∙ Today’s Cotswolds Huddle at the fabulous Bibury Trout Farm was a resounding success, buzzing with energy and connection. 60+ individuals representing a diverse range of local businesses and industries gathered in this tranquil setting in the centre of Bibury. As always at a Cotswolds Huddle, the atmosphere was intentionally relaxed and …

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Sustainability is fast becoming a vital part of doing business – especially in a region like the Cotswolds, renowned for its natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and close-knit communities. By adopting more environmentally and socially responsible practices, businesses can reduce their impact, support local ecosystems, and future-proof their operations. At The Cotswold Letting Agency, they’re committed …

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The business and meeting venue at Stratford Park offers a compelling choice for a diverse range of needs for businesses, boasting versatile spaces perfectly suited for everything from impactful conferences and focused boardroom meetings to supportive talking therapies, counselling, and coaching sessions. Team-building, banquets, and corporate days The venue also provides an ideal backdrop for …

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Whether you’re running a boutique B&B in Bourton-on-the-Water, a retail shop in Cirencester, or a landscaping service covering the wider Cotswolds, your website is often the first impression potential customers get. If they can’t find you online, you’re missing out. But here’s the good news: SEO doesn’t have to be overwhelming, time-consuming, or ridiculously technical. …

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A day of clarity and connection for business owners What if, in a single day, you could get the clarity, confidence, and connections necessary to propel your business forward and be free from the usual overwhelm? This is precisely the experience offered by Empowered Live!, hosted by Nicky Souch on 10 April. This full-day event …

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1 April 2025 ∙ Today’s Cotswolds Huddle was spectacular! We were at one of the best hotels in the Cotswolds, Burleigh Court, and we had the most glorious sunshine. With views that rank among the very best the Cotswolds has to offer (and that’s really saying something in the Cotswolds), the hotel was the perfect …

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When to speak up and when to stay silent In today’s hyper-connected world, the lines between personal and professional lives are increasingly blurred. This leaves many business owners, particularly those building personal brands, grappling with a crucial question: Should I share my personal views in my business? The answer, as with most things, isn’t a …

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