Success stories

Every year, we help over 40,000 people to start, grow and protect their businesses. Explore some of their start-up success stories and meet our brilliant ambassadors.

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Abigail and Chloe Baldwin – Buttercrumble, Leeds

Abigail and Chloe turned to the British Library for guidance to get their business growing.

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Addy Mumunie, Begin2Sports

Addy is the founder of Begin2Sports, a community-driven initiative that goes far beyond traditional sports programming.

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Amelia Christie-Miller – Bold Bean Co

Amelia used the British Library’s Business & IP Centre to look at Mintel and Passport (Euromonitor) reports.

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Art School Plus, London

Get Ready for Business Growth mentoring proved to be an important step in Ella’s business journey.

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Bianca Sapara-Grant, Parent Power Education

Bianca is the founder of Parent Power Education, a business dedicated to equipping parents with the skills and confidence to support their children’s wellbeing.

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Carolynn Bain – Afrori Books

Carolynn had one-to-one sessions with a Business & IP Centre Information Specialist, who helped her to identify exactly what information and support she needed.

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Esther Solomon Turay, Authentic Worth

Esther is the founder of Authentic Worth, a business that empowers creatives, authors and entrepreneurs to turn their personal journeys into impactful books.

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Hannah Drakeford, Hannah Drakeford Design

Hannah is the founder of Hannah Drakeford Design, a bold homewares and interior design studio that helps people bring personality and joy into their homes.

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Jennifer McLean and Fiona Wedderburn-Graham, Amaze Associates

Jennifer and Fiona are the founders of Amaze Associates, a transformational coaching company helping individuals and businesses navigate life and work challenges.

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JJ Khun, WIILMA

JJ is the founder of WIILMA, a space where people can find their voice and free their imagination through workshops in art, crafts, music, heritage and culture.

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Judy Chicangana, Delmora

Judy is the founder of Delmora, a jewellery brand known for its elegant designs crafted from recycled sterling silver, gold and stainless steel.

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Julie Deane OBE – The Cambridge Satchel Company

Julie turned to the British Library for expert guidance on trade mark protection and intellectual property strategy.

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Lauretta Wright, Life in Magazines

Lauretta is the founder of Life in Magazines, a community-focused publication known for its uplifting and informative monthly content.

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A woman sites at a workbench, with a small blow torch, doing metal work.

Maggie Read – Maggie Read Jewellery

helped Maggie to explore the GrantFinder database for free and search for funding opportunities specifically relevant to her business.

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Mandy Haberman – Anywayup Cup

After perfecting her design, Mandy visited the British Library’s British & IP Centre for intellectual property guidance and filed a patent.

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Marjorie Price, Price Management Consultancy

Marjorie is the founder of Price Management Consultancy, a business that specialises in leadership development, mentoring and coaching for managers.

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Naila Ahmad, Naila Ahmad London

Naila is the founder of Naila Ahmad London, a vibrant homeware and apparel brand inspired by the rich colours, prints and heritage of her Pakistani culture.

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Natalee Onyeche holding a tub of Skin Solace.

Natalee Onyeche – Skin Solace

Natalee went to BIPC Nottinghamshire looking for funding opportunities to upscale her business.

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Nevo Burrell, Nevo Concept

Nevo is the founder of Nevo Concept, a style and image consultancy that empowers women to rebuild confidence through the transformative power of personal style.

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Patty and Ali Gurnam, Sweet Paper Creations

Patty and Ali are the founders of Sweet Paper Creations, a not-for-profit piñata business that supports mental wellbeing through crafting and creativity.

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