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Sole of the Party
Linzi Rowe is one of those characters who, once met is never forgotten. In posh circles she would be called eccentric, but I say she is mad as a hatter. From the moment I walked in to her office, a beautiful building in the centre of Barrow Park, until I left, her infectious laughter resounded throughout the building. Read Linzi's full story »
Better than Chocolate
I walked into Kells Exclusive Images Ltd. at the end of a long and busy day feeling tired and wanting to be at home. I left feeling enthusiastic, inspired, excited and full of energy. This was no ordinary photography studio Read Dawn's full story »
Passion, Knowledge and Value
Nick has a background in management and marketing, having worked in large organisations in the South of England. Nick is passionate about business, applying his knowledge and experience and doing a first class job. You don’t have to spend long with him to realise that he is a dynamic, charismatic and very inspiring manager and entrepreneur. Read Nick's full story »
Signalling Success
Although Signal Films is a brand new company, Kerry is no newcomer to the area or to filmmaking. Formerly Shoreline Films, Signal is now set to take the company to higher levels with a big project in Barrow-the Cooke’s Building. The Grade 2 listed building is undergoing restorative work at the moment and the 2 million pound project will eventually become an incubation centre for creative projects and businesses. Read Kerry's full story »
The Best Events
Fiona Young watched her parents work long hard hours managing pubs. She grew up with a strong work ethic, about taking responsibility, pride and creative initiative and working to excellent standards. Eventually they set up their own business and Fiona saw the benefits of this, and wished they had done it earlier in their lives. Read Fiona's full story »
Serial entrepreneur and home business expert
There are lots of schemes and scams on the internet offering you a wonderful career, a fast buck with no set-up fees and easy money while you sleep. It’s like the modern day equivalent of a gold rush. Read Emma's full story »
Fell Foot Wood
Fell Foot Woods is opposite Fell Foot Park and is a magical space with an outdoor stage, covered in vines and leaves. There is also an uncovered stage named the witch's stage and the whole place really does stir up all things primal. Read Barry's full story »
Crocs and Docs and All that Glitters
Fi arrived in Ulverston four years ago with 2 children and one bag of clothes and no money. That was 4 years ago. Today, she runs one of the most popular and successful shops in town. How did she do it? Read Fi's full story »
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