I am a Marketing Manager with 18 years of experience across a variety of sectors including automotive, engineering, FMCG, retail and non-profit. I bring to the table a diverse skillset, having worked in-agency, in-house and in my own business. I can help start-ups as a sounding board for the marketing segment of their business plan, channelling their ideas into a tangible strategy, defining clear objectives and deliverables. Providing advice on identifying their ideal audience, websites, social media and advertising.

Our mission is to make Hackney fairer, building a more inclusive and resilient economy, one that nurtures start-up businesses, provides continuity for established businesses, and supports growing and scaling up enterprises. We have produced a toolkit which sets out our offer to businesses operating in the borough and how you can work with us to make Hackney a fairer place for all.

Hackney Co-operative Developments (HCD) is a local community economic development agency with a membership open to all those who subscribe to its co-operative goals and values. HCD works within our local community to explore ideas and opportunities to create a sustainable environment for Hackney's communities to flourish. We support the creation and growth of co-operatives and social enterprises through programmes such as our Pioneering Social Enterprise in Hackney initiative, and use our agency role to network and connect organisations so that the movement can work together to grow the locally-owned social economy in our borough. We provide affordable workspace to a range of social and ethical organisations, local start-ups, cultural entrepreneurs and creative professionals, playing an important role in Hackney's business ecosystem and ongoing urban regeneration.

The Hackney Business Network is a council-run initiative to support our local business community. Hackney has a thriving community of businesses, ranging from small independent enterprises to UK headquarters of some of the largest corporations in the world. Our mission is to make Hackney fairer, building a more inclusive and resilient economy, one that nurtures start up businesses, provides continuity for established businesses, and supports growing up and scaling enterprises. This council wants to work in partnership with businesses in Hackney to enable them to grow and prosper and build a relationship of investment and opportunity with Hackney residents and businesses.

Starting a business is exciting, and succeeding is rewarding, but what about the bit between? You know, that bit that’s full of self-doubt, endless repetition and feelings of being out of your comfort zone? We call it ‘The Lonely Middle’ and it’s one of the hardest parts of creating a successful business. We know, we’ve been there. So, we created The Lonely Middle Club to help you through it. Each month you get exclusive content to help give you the knowledge and inspiration to succeed. Plus, you get access to a private members-only Facebook group where you can get advice and network with small business owners who are going through similar challenges to you. If you want even more, you can download our 51 worksheets, guides, and journals all designed to do one thing, and one thing only… help you get through ‘The Lonely Middle’ and achieve your business goals. Visit our website today to join the club and benefit from our members price lock and full no questions asked money-back guarantee.

MDP Accountancy Services, based in Liverpool St. provide specialist accounting services to New Start-ups, Freelance contractors, Medical professionals and SMEs. With our vast experience in accounting we understand that one size does not fit all. With fixed rate packages for those new to contracting and bespoke services to businesses and individuals with more complex needs, MDP Accountancy Services will take the worry out of your accounting responsibilities. Address: 12th Floor, Broadgate Tower, 20 Primrose Street, London EC2A 2EW E-Mail: info@mdpaccountancy.co.uk