Startups

New investment group to support Dorset businesses launched by Rockwater

A new business investment group has been launched in Dorset with up to £350,000 available to early-stage companies showing strong growth. Rockwater Angels is the... READ MORE »

Investor interest for young female founder at Dorset Business Angels' pitch event

Companies pitching at Dorset Business Angels' most recent angel investing pitch event received a cumulative 27 expressions of interest. 11 of those went to a company led... READ MORE »

Embracing a Greener Goodbye: Why Sustainable Cardboard Coffins Make Sense for Funeral Directors

The winds of change are blowing through the funeral industry, driven by a rising tide of eco-conscious consumers seeking more sustainable options. Traditional wooden... READ MORE »

Dorset startups reach record numbers in 2023 with 8.5k new formations

The number of new startups formed in Dorset reached 8,565 in 2023 – more than in any previous year to date. The numbers, which make Dorset one of the most successful... READ MORE »

Conquering eCommerce Chaos: How an OMS Can Supercharge Your Small Business

Congratulations! You've cracked the code on online sales, and your business is booming. But with this growth comes a new challenge: managing orders across multiple... READ MORE »

Ryan finds opportunity in redundancy as ‘Chief Grapefruit’ of new consultancy Cest Pamplemousse

Ryan Grimshaw is a seasoned marketing professional, having worked with the likes of Nike, David Lloyd Leisure and Youth Sport Trust. So when faced with redundancy earlier... READ MORE »

One year in business, 100 years of history: Victory Wooden Puzzles are back and better than ever

Victory Wooden Puzzles celebrates its first anniversary this year – but fans will know that its history goes back much further. Andrew Knowles, former CEO of Dorset... READ MORE »

How to Have an Eco-Friendly Christmas

As the holiday season approaches, it's crucial for brands to lead the way in creating an eco-friendly Christmas. This involves not only providing sustainable gifts for... READ MORE »

Ambitious start-ups and SMEs urged to take part in Funding Accelerator programme - but don’t delay!

Looking to raise equity investment for your business? Then Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) would like to hear from you – but don’t delay! They’re... READ MORE »

Business helping to make tax filing less taxing helps nearly 2,000 clients in first two years

Filing your taxes needn’t be taxing – thanks to two Bournemouth University graduates and their expanding business. James Green, 27, and Eamon Shahir, also 27... READ MORE »