Added by Love Business East Midlands | 13 November 2024
Three companies from across Lincolnshire, Business Bollox, Reuseabox and Stewton Stars Hideaway, have been named amongst the nation’s 100 most impressive small firms by the Small Business Saturday UK campaign, as it kicks off a wider call to encourage public support for small businesses.
Business Bollox, a specialist marketing strategy consultancy for B2B SMEs was founded by Emma Easton in 2020 following Covid redundancy, and helps small business create solid strategic foundations, while also mentoring for early career marketers, lecturing and keynote presentations.
Reuseabox is a B Corp certified circular economy packaging company that encourages businesses to reuse cardboard boxes because it is better for the planet and your bottom line. The company was founded by Jack Good in 2015 shortly after he left school and in just 9 years with key investment in local people and becoming customer-centric in its approach, the company has rapidly grown into a multi-million-pound company.
Stewton Stars Hideaway is a dream turned reality for female owner and founder – Jessica
Ramshaw. Located in the pretty green hills of the Lincolnshire Wolds, Stewton Stars Hideaway offers a tranquil countryside retreat for couples and families who want to get away from it all and recharge amidst natures beauty.
Following a nationwide search, all three East Midlands firms have been selected as part of this year’s SmallBiz100 line-up, which showcases 100 of the most impressive independent businesses from across the nation as part of the count-down to Small Business Saturday on 7 December.
Running in the UK for over a decade, Small Business Saturday is the UK’s most successful small business campaign, which takes place each year on the first weekend in December, celebrating small businesses and encouraging consumers to ‘shop local’ and to support businesses in their communities.
“I’m absolutely thrilled that Business Bollox has been chosen as one of this year’s SmallBiz100! As a small business dedicated to helping other SMEs cut through the nonsense and focus on what matters most in their marketing and strategy, it’s an incredible honour to be recognised in this way,” said Emma Easton, Chief Bolloxologist and Founder at Business Bollox.
“When I found myself facing redundancy at the start of the Covid pandemic, I knew I had to turn that challenge into an opportunity. Drawing on my passion for helping small businesses succeed, I founded Business Bollox to provide the support and guidance SMEs need to navigate the ever-changing landscape of marketing and strategy.
Small businesses are the lifeblood of our economy, and I’m dedicated to making a real difference for the SMEs we work with. Being selected as a SmallBiz100 not only validates the impact Business Bollox is making, but also provides an amazing platform to reach and support even more small businesses.”
Jack Good, Founder of Reuseabox said;
“being selected as part of the SmallBiz100 is a testament to the incredible support from our community, customers, and team here at Reuseabox. It’s an honour to be recognised for our efforts in promoting sustainability and circular economy principles within the packaging industry, and we’re excited to continue helping businesses across the UK reduce their packaging waste and embrace reuse.”
Stewton Stars Hideaway’s Jessica Ramshaw said;
“to be recognised as one of this year’s SmallBiz100 is a huge achievement and honour for such a small business like ours. It’s an amazing opportunity that not only showcases our family business, but brings so many networking and growth opportunities. Still can’t quite believe it!”
Business Bollox will be profiled by the campaign on 14th November, Reuseabox will be profiled by the campaign on 15th November, and Stewton Stars Hideaway were profiled on 9th October, as part of the 100-day countdown to Small Business Saturday UK.
Michelle Ovens CBE, Director of Small Business Saturday UK:
“This year’s SmallBiz100 list shows the huge contribution small businesses make to their communities and the wider UK economy. Despite the economy turning a corner, the nation’s small businesses continue to feel the fallout of a challenging few years and still need significant support to get back on their feet. Small Business Saturday is all about getting the nation to come out in force and show its love for our local businesses.”
With a mission to support and celebrate the UK’s 5.5 million small businesses, Small Business Saturday is a grassroots, non-commercial campaign. It was originally founded by American Express in the U.S. in 2010, and the brand remains the principal supporter of the campaign in the UK.
On Small Business Saturday, customers across the UK go out and support all types of small businesses, from independent shops and restaurants to small service and b2b businesses like accountants and plumbers. Many small businesses take an active role in promoting the day by hosting events and offering promotions.
Since the UK campaign started in 2013, it has reached millions of people and seen billions spent with small businesses on the day itself, with impact that lasts all year round.
Last year, the campaign received support from the Prime Minister, the Mayor of London, as well as the Chancellor of the Exchequer. Over 90% of local councils also supported the campaign, which trended across social media on the day.
To get involved in Small Business Saturday UK visit https://smallbusinesssaturdayuk.com
Picture: Emma Easton – Business Bollox
