Learn key strategies for scaling a business, securing funding and building a motivated team in the luxury food gifting market.

How to start and scale a business in the gifting sector

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 in 2007 after identifying a gap in the luxury food gifting market. Following a career in publishing and PR, Harriet joined forces with her husband Stevie, who owned a catering and event management business, to build a business and a brand.

Seventeen years later, Harriet has grown Biscuiteers into a household name, manufacturing 3 million biscuits yearly and employing 200 people.

Aside from Biscuiteers, Harriet is a huge advocate for women in business. As a founding member of 

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Learn key strategies for scaling a business, securing funding and building a motivated team in luxury food gifting.

Elizabeth Solaru is a multi award-winning luxury business consultant, author, and world renowned cake artist. As the CEO and Founder of the Diversity in Luxury Awards, she is a pioneering voice advocating for inclusivity and representation in the luxury sector. An ex microbiologist and headhunter who ran job hunting workshops for C suite executives, she began her luxury business journey as a celebrated cake artist, earning international acclaim for her innovative designs and impeccable craftsmanship. Her clients include UHMWIs and royalty. Her creative talent and business acumen led to a successful transition into luxury consulting, where she now advises brands on how to navigate the complexities of the luxury market. Her latest book, The Luxpreneur: How to Start and Build a Successful Luxury Brand has been described as  &quot;the blueprint for a luxury business&quot; and a &quot;must read for those interested in working in the luxury industry&quot; Elizabeth has been named as one of the world&apos;s Masterful 100 and has been featured on the BBC, Channel 4 and Sky TV. She has spoken in business schools and on some of the most exclusive luxury business stages, including JP Morgan and The Inner Circle Experience. In addition to her consulting work, Elizabeth is passionate about mentorship and is dedicated to empowering the next generation of luxury professionals.

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A founder and entrepreneur. Although I carry the labels, I always consider myself a project manager. I love thinking, planning, and executing different projects, from charity food events to education, children, church, and community.

As a Proud jack of all trades, I love trying different techniques and plans and learning from many great people in life. I love solving problems. I started my own small company, the 8pron.com project, to help small businesses. Having 3 generations of food businesses in my background, I am always passionate about food businesses.

In our current era, almost no business can say they don&apos;t need technology and having a digital presence is essential even for the home kitchen or food stall vendors. My current 8pron project is precisely why I created it for.


What I can offer:
<ul>
<li>General Start-up advice and steps to achieve it</li>
<li>How to set up a food business in the UK</li>
<li>How to build an online presence</li>
<li>Essential digital marketing that you need for your business</li>
<li>How to network and create a community</li>
<li>How to Trademark</li>
<li>Budget ways get essential business start-up</li>
<li>What mistake to avoid as a Business Owner.</li>
<li>How to set up events</li>
<li>Many others</li>
</ul>
There&apos;s a way when there&apos;s will. We will solve any problems and explore new ideas together.
Current project:
www.8pron.com
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Tony is a professional marketing and communication expert with a track record working for entrepreneurs, major brands and large and listed companies in the UK and internationally. He created Pitch Factory in 2013 to focus on helping businesspeople to become more compelling and persuasive communicators. He helps them to develop and refine the way they take their business to market; supports them throughout the business development process to win contracts and funding; creates compelling content for the web, social media and marketing collateral; and through training helps them so become more confident and impactful presenters at pitches, and at business networking events. He delivers a stronger proposition and marketing strategy to help you reach your target market and achieve your business goals, will help you to produce a winning Pitch Strategy, and fluent and compelling proposal documents and presentations, content that communicates your real value to clients for your website, social media campaigning and marcoms; and runs Presentation Skills Training, Business Storytelling training and helps businesspeople to create a punchy Elevator Pitch for business networking, exhibitions and trade missions.

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Rehearse your pitch team ahead of the pitch to ensure they are more impactful, confident and polished - ready to convince your client that you are the best supplier to buy from.

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As Director of SafetyTech-AI, I draw on 30 years of health and safety expertise, including 14 years as a Chartered professional, to lead responsible AI integration into safety practices. My experience across construction, power generation, manufacturing, and professional services provides a broad understanding of workplace risks and compliance needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;
At SafetyTech-AI, I focus on developing AI-enhanced safety solutions that uphold regulatory standards, minimise risks, and support best practices in health, safety, and environmental care. Known for my practical and results-driven approach,&nbsp;
I work closely with senior management and stakeholders to ensure that safety strategies align with organisational goals and regulatory obligations. Throughout my career, I’ve been recognised as a resourceful leader, dedicated to continuous improvement and fostering a culture of safety excellence. My commitment is to make SafetyTech-AI a leader in responsible AI applications, showing how technology can elevate health and safety standards in meaningful ways.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you’re interested in discussing the intersection of safety and technology or exploring ways to implement AI responsibly, I welcome the opportunity to connect.

Director

Martin Maran

As Director of SafetyTech-AI, I draw on 30 years of health and safety expertise, including 14 years as a Chartered professional, to lead responsible AI integration into safety practices. My experience across construction, power generation, manufacturing, and professional services provides a broad understanding of workplace risks and compliance needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;
At SafetyTech-AI, I focus on developing AI-enhanced safety solutions that uphold regulatory standards, minimise risks, and su

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