Small business owners in Richmond upon Thames share the stories behind their business success.
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Ellen Ernstzen
Ellen Ernstzen is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist who has worked in the NHS and private practice for 27 years. Seven years ago, she set up her first Pilates studio in Richmond.
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Susannah Weiland
Susannah Weiland is a hand embroidery artist and designer who has lived in Richmond for the last 18 years. She is inspired by the colours and textures of the natural world.
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Faam Gallery
Marziyeh Ramezani from Faam Gallery talks to us about running her business. The fine art gallery in Whitton specialises in promoting emerging and established Persian and international artists.
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Refresh Dental
Dr Mide Ojo shares his story of setting up a practice right in the heart of Twickenham. The fresh approach to dentistry is based on a unique experience and first-class customer service.
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Phoenix Clinic
Phoenix Clinic is a local, independent Scalp Micropigmentation clinic based in Hampton Wick. The clinic is run by Holly Coan and Lina Smith.
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Lynda Jones
Lynda Jones, founder of The Vegan Soap Company London, says that it is never too late to start your own business which is sustainable and plastic free.
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Darren Bartlett
Darren Bartlett, founder of Darren Bartlett Real Estate, shares his story of founding a boutique property agency and explains his passion for supporting local businesses.
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Payam Pourkarimi
Payam Pourkarimi, owner of Saks Hair and Beauty Salons in Hampton, shares his story of growing a business and his proudest business achievement.
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Elizabeth Batalla
Elizabeth Batalla, founder of the Institute for Achievement and Excellence, tells us about her business journey and the lessons she has learned along the way.
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Sophia Procter
Munchy Play founder Sophia Procter reveals how she launched a business during a pandemic and explains how the Richmond community played a part in the company's early growth.
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Celia Rizothanasi
Celia Rizothanasi, shares her story of setting up her consultancy and becoming a Queen Bee of LinkedIn.
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Pippa Duncan
Pippa Duncan reflects on her idea for a local magazine which now has become a household name.
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Ben Caspari
Ben Caspary founder of booheads shares his story of taking local inspiration for a simple global sustainable swap in the form of bamboo electric toothbrush heads.