The Small Business Sessions (S6E4): The entrepreneur embracing the mental health boosting power of plants
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Posted: Wed 1st Nov 2023
It's time for episode four in season six of the Small Business Sessions, Enterprise Nation's podcast powered by the business.connected online training programme.
Episode four Kay Suppamas, Leafage
In this week's show, freelance journalist Dan Martin speaks to Kay Suppamas, Enterprise Nation member and founder of Leafage, the London-based company focused on nature-inspired experiences with terrarium workshops and kits.
In 2016, after the sudden loss of her father, Kay realised the importance of putting your wellbeing first and how plants can support mental health.
She then started a journey to creating a business that revolutionises how city dwellers, with limited access to green space, interact with nature.
In the episode, we hear Kay's inspiring story and her tips for business success.
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On this week's Small Business Sessions podcast
During the show, Kay shares brilliant advice and insights from her business growth story.
Topics discussed include:
How using nature to deal with grief after the death of her father inspired the business.
The power of plants and nature for mental health and wellness.
Running a business as a side hustle while you still have a full time job.
How she secured huge brands like Meta, Google, Nike and LinkedIn as clients.
Why founders getting advice from experts is so important.
How as an in person events business, Kay responded to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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