From baby steps to business growth
Sunderland fitness coach Danni Duke is proving that raising a baby and building a business can go hand in hand. In fact, her son Oscar and her social enterprise Duke Fitness were born within weeks of each other and are now thriving side by side. “The timing couldn’t have been much closer,” laughs Danni. “I […]
Strictly passionate: Andrea’s first step into business
When Washington woman Andrea Lynn Henderson launched her new creative dance service, she wasn’t just starting a business – she was starting a whole new chapter in life. At the age of 62, Andrea says she feels like she’s “just starting life now,” turning a lifelong love of dance into a bespoke service offering wedding […]
Core Barbers doubles in size with support from the North East BIC
A fast-growing Sunderland based barbershop is expanding its space and team after seeing demand soar, with the support of the North East BIC. Core Barbers, led by owner Rian Steel, has become one of the region’s most popular barbershops, with appointments booked up to two weeks in advance. Now, the business is set to almost […]
TV producer sets up new base at the North East BIC
A North East filmmaker with credits spanning the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Netflix and Amazon has set up a new production company at the North East BIC.
Workspace experts outline bold ambitions
A TEAM of workspace design experts are celebrating their tenth anniversary in style with a bold new look and even bolder ambitions for the future. Nurture Workspace, which counts Siemens, Mammoet, and the NHS among its portfolio of clients, plans to increase its turnover to over £500,000 this financial year. The company reported a record […]
Laura gets women ‘doing it for themselves’
A Wearside mother is proving women can do it for themselves after launching her own female-led DIY business. Laura Bartlett launched SHE-IY SOS in May and the business is already proving a hit, with her diary fast filling up for the next few months. Offering everything from gardening tidy ups to wall panelling, wallpapering, putting […]
Recruitment business invests in new home at the North East BIC to power growth
Specialist HR recruitment consultancy Sarah McKenna HR Recruitment has invested in a new base at the North East BIC, as it embarks on a new chapter of growth and innovation. Founded by experienced recruiter Sarah McKenna, the business has built a strong reputation over the past eight years for placing all levels of HR professionals across the North […]
Local plumbing business proves a snug fit at the BIC
A trusted name in the region’s plumbing and heating sector for more than four decades has joined the ever-growing business community at the North East BIC.
Coaching company expands to share hard-won life lessons from entrepreneurial journeys
A team of seasoned entrepreneurs who have faced the highs and lows of building businesses are expanding their mission to help others through the launch of their new coaching academy.
Sunderland counsellor transforms her own life with new business
Sunderland counsellor Kirsty Laing has turned one of the lowest points of her life into a thriving new therapy business – and says she’s never felt prouder of who she is.