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Business and founder stories
How a moment of empathy sparked an NHS worker’s dive into tech entrepreneurship
From a chance observation in a café to a groundbreaking hearing solution, Ipswich-based entrepreneur Michelle McDonagh's journey shows how empathy can spark innovation.
Brighten the Corners: How Joe Bailey and his team are reshaping Ipswich’s live music scene
"When I found that letter again, it made me realise we’d actually got somewhere." From education workshops to sell-out grime gigs, the team behind Brighten The Corners have created an ecosystem for live music in Ipswich.
From courtroom to boardroom: The equality entrepreneur trading litigation for prevention
After three decades fighting discrimination battles in court, equality solicitor turned entrepreneur Audrey Ludwig now helps organisations prevent them entirely, bringing clarity to the often misunderstood world of equality law.
Geek Retreat: The purple and yellow shop where nobody plays alone
Geek Retreat Ipswich is a trading card game shop and cafe that has diverse income streams, a committed community, and an inclusive approach that has created a very special atmosphere.
From pitch, to pints, to power: How two dads built a five-star sustainable energy business
A friendship forged on the football pitch has transformed into one of Suffolk's most trusted sustainable energy companies, with a perfect five-star customer rating and an ambitious vision for a greener future.
Blast from the Past: The hidden retro gaming lounge levelling up Northgate Street
Blast from the Past is perhaps one of Ipswich’s best-kept secrets. Behind an easily missable doorway on Northgate Street lies a collection of games and consoles that would make a grown nerd weep with joy.
Stepping out: A local mum's journey from self-doubt to entrepreneurship
Approaching 40 and juggling motherhood, career, and life's chaos, Rachel Good launched her wellbeing business with a simple but powerful mission – helping others thrive without burnout, guilt, or compromise.
Small Business Spotlight: Threads for All
While many retailers have retreated from town centres, Threads for All is bucking the trend. The Ipswich store combines affordable style with local craftsmanship, challenging perceptions about independent fashion with unique pieces at high street prices.
Small Business Spotlight: Nestbedz
Emma Johnson, founder of Nestbedz, is revolutionising outdoor adventures for dog owners with her portable canine beds.
Small Business Spotlight: Molecule Home Fragrance
Today, we're spotlighting Molecule Home Fragrance, an earth-friendly producer of luxury fragranced products that recently launched the Ipswicks range of ITFC candles at Planet Blue.
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