unLTD Business

All businesses, but especially SMEs, are often so caught up in the day to day of making their businesses work, that's it's difficult to take stock and look at what you can do better. It's too often the thing that drops off the 'To Do' List. But we managed to get the time to do exactly that and have recently started addressing our productivity by improving general day to day practices to make us more efficient and profitable. Some are easy, quick wins, others require investment - both in terms of time and money. Luckily there are a couple of easy-to-access grants out there - highlighted in the next issue of unLTD Business. I would urge anyone who knows they should be making those necessary changes but is putting it off because of time and/or money to take a look at the two grants we've highlighted in the article below. They are both match funded (so you pay half) and you can claim up to £12.5k with one, £5k with the other. We've also spoken to some local businesses to have benefitted from the grant - so you can find out some real life examples of how they have helped. To me, for so many of my LinkedIn followers, and unLTD readers, this is a no-brainer! DS Creative UK The Yorkshire Candle Company LTD Stream7 Yvonne Asquith Business Sheffield Natalie Anwyl Ashley Birch Holly Dibden

If you've not booked yet, book now! Less than two weeks left to book a stand. Phil Turner Simon Coy

After the huge success of our inaugural event last year, the unLTD Business Awards, organised by Phil Turner are back, promising to be the region’s most exciting, relevant and downright fun business awards ceremony. Sponsored by Sheffield-based IT specialists Millgate, the awards are now open for entries – and you have until October 18th to make sure you don’t miss out. They will be held at Peddler Warehouse on December 5, 2024 in Sheffield’s Kelham Island district, housing 500 people in an event that is apt for the region’s modern, forward-thinking businesses. Head to the link on the first comment to enter your company into one of 18 categories. Good luck! Thanks to all our sponsors... Millgate Simoda Limited BrookConsult. TravelMaster® Business Sheffield Andy Hanselman Seven Hills Creative Chapter II

Exciting announcement! Jon Asquith from ActionCOACH Sheffield will be conducting a session on increasing business profitability on the morning of our first business expo! Secure your free visitor pass or book a stand today via the link in comments. Simon Coy Phil Turner

Sheffield has been crowned Britain’s best city for food, surpassing bigger rivals cities! 👑 All.com rankings took into account google reviews, Michelin guide ratings, social data and foodie events. We’ve got some amazing creative minds that are the backbone of our local and innovative eateries and brilliant breweries. We're solidifying South-Yorkshire on the foodie map. Some Sheffield highlights included the annual Sheffield Food festival, Peddler Market, Cambridge Street Collective, Cutlery Works and Sheffield Plate. As well as popular dining spots such as Bench, Domo and The Orange Bird Canteen. Our new title as UK foodie hotspot has been attributed to “the revival of post-industrial spaces, coupled with a thriving real ale scene and a host of inventive chefs with a passion for local produce.” Do you have a favourite local Sheffield eatery? Let us know in the comments!

We've a handful of spaces left if you'd like to join us at our next Business Breakfast at CMS UK on Sept 4th. The theme this time is all about the opportunities changes to planning laws under the new government will have for the region. Hosted by Phil Turner, panellists include Matt Summerhill, Charles Dunn, Rebecca Roffe and Matthew Gregg. Reserve your space here: https://lnkd.in/eBCaS8bn

Amy Milchard and Neil Roberts from Desk.Space Coworking fill us in on their business journey. They offer a great selection of flexible office space (with parking!) in central Sheffield if you're looking for a fresh start.

unLTD’s Holly Dibden interviewed talented and long-term graphic designer James Lowe. We spoke about his fruitful career, exciting projects (past and present) and what’s to come, with his new collaborative venture Lowe&Co. “I’m a firm believer that design can help to change the world for the better. I’d like Lowe&Co to move towards working primarily for clients within the arts, health and charity sectors.” Read how he might be able help your business, in the comments below 🔗

“It was about being in charge of our own destiny,” Last month we sat down with Sheffield-based MD Law (Yorkshire) LLP who are bearing on their tenth year in business. We spoke with the partners on how they’ve built upwards from a relatively small insolvency team, to prominent players in litigation and corporate law. Read more on their legacy and how they could help you in the comments 🔗

The August edition of unLTD Business magazine is here! Stoked to have had lots to work on this month, thanks Phil Turner we’ve been busy! Firstly, we relaunched the unLTD business podcast, which is where our cover story comes from. Host🎧 James Marriott interviewed Alicia Hewitt about her journey from apprentice to MD in less than ten years! I got to interview graphic designer James Lowe about his new venture Lowe&Co and also Beth Crackles Chief Executive of Sheffield Hospitals Charity, to discuss the future funding focuses for the charity and their big move into Leahs Yard. We also announced the breakfast panel debate for the upcoming unLTD Business Expo! There’s plenty to read about the redevelopment projects happening in the city centre and all the exciting opportunities that are coming with it! If you’d like a copy, DM me, unLTD Business or Phil Photography on this beautiful sunny day by Emma Toogood ✨