Here are some of our friends, people we think you should know if you're looking to start or grow your business.

Louisa Bird, Women's Marketing Forum
Does what it says on the tin really. Fantastic site jam packed full of practical tips and advice, as well as online and offline support for women looking to grow their businesses.

Elizabeth Cairns Amovita
I am a massive fan of Elizabeth's facilitated Netwalking events around the beautiful Richmond Park, but she's also a business coach, master NLP practitioner and writes a pretty interesting blog too. Worth getting to know.

Jim Jordan, The Coaching Solutions Toolbox
Practical, inspiring, motivational mentor and business coach. Great business ethics and plenty of experience and qualifications to boot - if you're looking to grow your business talk to Jim.

Angela Marshall,Appearance Management
Image consultant focused on creating a professional image that suits your wardrobe personality. You can be sure that she won't impose her style on you, and she will take into consideration both the brand you'd like your business to portray and your own personal style.

Karen Skidmore, CanDoCanBe
Business coach, networker and supporter of women starting home-based businesses extraordinaire. If you've recently started your business visit Karen's website for oodles of inspiration, how to workbooks and more information on her friendly and supportive networking events.

Nick Starbuck Breakfast for Business
Runs the Guildford fortnightly breakfast networking meetings. Low pressure, lots of fun and great for business too - if you'd like to come along as my guest then please email me.


Jane Muller, Pervue
A fantastic HR consultant - always ready with calm, straightforward advice! I would thoroughly recommend her.

Claire Yarwood-White, Yarwood White
A raving fan of ours and maker of the most beautiful wedding jewellery - now sold in Liberty of London no less!