Exhibitor Profiles

10,000 Small Businesses UK provides business and management training to high-growth SMEs in the UK. The 14-week educational programme is fully funded by the Goldman Sachs Foundation and delivered twice a year by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford in partnership with Aston Business School.

The programme, founded in 2010, is open to owners of established small businesses, with at least £250,000 turnover and between 5-50 employees. Each participant works to develop a customised Business Growth Plan to direct their organisation’s business strategy and expansion. Graduates join a global alumni community and receive ongoing support through workshops, events, and mentoring.

Adedola Consulting specializes in branding solutions and identity development for SMEs. Leveraging our expertise in corporate law and digital transformation, we empower businesses to establish a strong brand presence and achieve their strategic goals. Our initiative, Shop Lagos, showcases Nigerian luxury brands through immersive pop-up events, celebrating rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship.

Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. Amazon strives to be earth’s most customer-centric company, earth’s best employer, and earth’s safest place to work. We are a company of builders who bring varying backgrounds, ideas, and points of view to inventing on behalf of our customers.

Our diverse perspectives come from many sources including ethnicity, race, gender, age, national origin, culture, sexual orientation, education, and professional and life experience. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and always look for ways to scale our impact as we grow.

Ariiah Digital Solutions, the heart of the AriiahVerse. A trusted partner for innovative, cost-effective digital strategies. Our mission is to empower innovators, startups, solopreneurs, and small businesses to thrive with our tailored solutions includes web design, mobile app development, digital marketing, workflow automation, and AI integration.

With an array of products including Ariiah Academy offering eLearning to elevate your digital skills & Ask Ariiah, our cutting-edge AI tool, to guide your success. We commit to inclusivity and neurodiversity, ensures our solutions are accessible and impactful for all. Letting Ariiah Digital Solutions help drive growth and digital transformation.

Caribé is on a mission to break the boundaries of beauty and lifestyle for people of colour. We aim to create innovative products that don’t just look good but feel it too. Products which include rather than exclude, protect your precious skin, and make you feel like you.

Starting from beginning to end, our first goal is to be the Fenty Beauty of the tanning industry – disrupting what has historically been dominated by products not made for us. Our range currently consists of two self-tanning mousses in two shades made with melanin in mind.

CMS is a Future Facing firm with more than 70 offices in over 40 countries and 5,000+ lawyers worldwide. We combine deep local market understanding with a global perspective. We are passionate about building strong relationships with our clients, our people, and the communities we work in.

We take a bold, dynamic, and agile approach to ensure our clients are able to face the future with confidence. Our aim is to inspire, impact and support our clients and our people, helping them to maximize their potential and thrive.

The UK Export Academy is brought to you by the Department for Business & Trade (DBT) and is a free training programme for UK businesses looking to grow their international sales.

Presented by expert speakers, these export workshops are delivered through a hybrid of online and face-to-face learning. Join hundreds of businesses like yours as we explore the benefits and challenges of trading outside of the UK.

You will also discover your export potential, increase your confidence, and upskill your knowledge of overseas sales. Plus prepare your future export plan, network with like-minded businesses, and take your next steps to international growth.

DrinkSmyths was inspired from a love of mixology to craft unique and unforgettable RTD cocktails. We strive to push the boundaries of cocktail craftsmanship, transforming mixology into an experience you can savor anytime, anywhere.

Egbenn Accountancy Services is an accountancy firm that offers a comprehensive range of financial solutions, including: Year End Accounts, Self-Assessments, Tax Planning, Bookkeeping, Business Advice, Payroll Services, Financial Analysis, Start-up Support, and Personalised 1-2-1 Budgeting Sessions. Designed to help clients achieve their financial objectives efficiently and effectively, Egbenn Accountancy Services connects with a diverse clientele, from small to large businesses and individuals. Specialising in owner-managed businesses, Egbenn Accountancy Services prides itself on building genuine relationships with clients, ensuring professional and personalised accounting solutions.

At ELVARDI, we design stylish and environmentally friendly sneakers that you’ll love. Our goal is to promote sustainability by focusing on product care, recycling, and resale to reduce waste. We are dedicated to transparency, ensuring that you have access to comprehensive information about our sneakers, including the premium eco-friendly materials we use, our ethical production processes, and the skilled artisans behind their creation. This is just the beginning of our journey, join us!

Enagic commitment to high quality products, innovation and True Health philosophy has made it the leader of water ionizer generating systems, now distributed globally.

First made in 1974, in Okinawa, Japan. Enagic machines are individually assembled by artisans and then inspected, tested, and certified by highly-trained QC engineers. Enagic also produces superior quality health and beauty products.

For over 50 yrs, Enagic International remains passionate in transforming regular tap water into pure, healthy, electrolytically-reduced and hydrogen-rich drinking water.

The Enagic’s unique and patented sales and compensation system empowers hard-working Independent Distributors worldwide.

At EY, our purpose is building a better working world.

With over 400,000 people in more than 150 countries, we work with many of the world’s largest businesses, helping them to navigate ever-changing markets and technology so that they can be equipped with better solutions for tomorrow.

Through our four integrated business areas – Assurance, Consulting, Strategy and Transactions, and Tax, our teams work at the cutting edge, drawing upon fresh thinking and advanced technology to help make better business decisions.

Harness our global scale, tech, and culture to realise your potential. Learn from the best, surround yourself with the curious and ask better questions to seek better answers.

At HappiWorkers, we envision accessible and culturally attuned mental health care for racialised workplace communities. Our mission is to reduce the inequities faced by these communities. HappiWorkers offers a culturally sensitive mental health platform with personalised support.

We guarantee confidentiality and immediate mental health access. Enjoy free one-on-one sessions with experts addressing physical, social, career, financial, and emotional well-being. Our team, trained in anti-racist practices, ensures culturally sensitive care.

At High Living Estates, we specialise in sourcing exclusive property investments across the UK and luxurious residential properties in Dubai. We cater to discerning investors, both new and experienced, by identifying exceptional properties that perfectly align with their aspirations.

Whether you’re seeking land, residential properties/flips, prime commercial spaces, or luxury homes, your requirements are our utmost priority. We provide a refined, seamless experience, ensuring that your investment journey is both effortless and rewarding. Experience the High Living Estates difference—where elite property investment begins with unparalleled expertise and dedication.

Hunter Digital I Crafting Websites that Captivate and Convert

We specialise in visually stunning and effective business websites designed to help you grow. Our services include website design and detailed reporting with data analytics.

We provide a hassle-free web design experience that drives business growth. Our skilled team delivers modern and high-performing websites that convert visitors into customers.

Visit our stand to discover how we can help to elevate your online presence.

Jamii is the home of Black creators and makers. A discovery platform for British brands on the up, a discount card when you join our community. Because it feels good backing people – as good as up to 40% off. Less than 1% of investment ends up in Black British businesses. That’s why we’ve worked with the likes of Airbnb, Lloyds Bank and Pinterest to create growth opportunities and put talented Black creators on the map.

Founded in 1896, we are proud to be the largest privately owned real estate advisory business in the world, providing a range of services to one of the most complex, challenging, and dynamic sectors in the global economy. Whilst being UK led, we have a global footprint and operate under a unique partnership model that has allowed us to create a culture of accountability and openness with our people, clients, and other stakeholders.

London Business Partnership is a non-profit making organisation committed to the growth and sustainability of small & medium sized enterprises across London.

Our dedicated team of advisors combines over 20 years of experience in strategic business operations, growth & funding.

Our mission is to help new & existing entrepreneurs make the right decisions so that their businesses can grow and thrive.

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognised brands in the world. In the UK and Ireland, we have over 1400 restaurants serving four million people every day.

Guided by our company values, our dedicated franchisees help to empower the people and communities we serve. Our network of franchisees span from all walks of life, each with their own unique backgrounds. What they share in common, however, is the ambition, drive, and love for people.

Melanin World Plus is a small family run business, based in the vibrant coastal town of Brighton. We are an online shop celebrating all things African and Caribbean. Melanin World Plus curates an eclectic range of clothing, home ware, jewellery and gifts, that reflect the diversity and vibrancy of the diaspora. Rooted in inclusivity and community, we extend open arms to all who appreciate and embrace African and Caribbean heritage.

Join us in celebrating culture, diversity, and unity at Melanin World Plus, where every purchase tells a story and every customer becomes part of our family.

We now donate 5% of our online sales to three good causes.

Moody’s (NYSE: MCO) is a global integrated risk assessment firm that empowers organizations to identify, manage and measure risk and unlock opportunity.

As financial markets become more sophisticated and interconnected, we believe that greater transparency, credible insights and fair access to information open the door to shared progress.

With over 14,000 employees and operations in more than 40 countries, we combine global perspective with local expertise and over a century of experience in financial markets.

The NCA is an intelligence led law enforcement agency, as well as a Civil Service department that is accountable to the Home Office. Our dedicated and highly skilled officers come from a variety of different backgrounds and cultures, speak many different languages and have diverse skills and experiences. We offer specialist on the job training to help our officers build and develop their career as an NCA officer, from entry level through to senior civil servants.

Navigate Narcissism Now: Self Protection for Empaths

Learn how to protect your energy and attract loving relationships

Join psychotherapist Keeley Taverner, the empaths companion as we go beyond the pain and extract the hidden gifts wrapped up in toxic relationships. We’re you too good? Too nice? Too forgiving? Too naïve? Too emotional? Or too darn agreeable? Get the answers to help you go from clueless to clued up, so you gain clarity about your past decisions and learn how to make better choices, so you heal and manifest a better tomorrow.

Increasing the number of people of Black heritage who donate blood is an urgent priority for NHS Blood and Transplant.

Black heritage donors are ten times more likely to have the Ro blood type urgently needed to treat the 15,000 people in the UK with sickle cell disorder. Sickle cell is a painful and debilitating condition which is particularly prevalent in people of Black African, Black Caribbean or Mixed background.

To get the best treatment, people need blood which is closely matched to their own.

“Exploring All I Can Do” is a historic new book series by Nia Obotette, also known as NiaTheAuthor. More than just a writer, this authorpreneur’s mission is to promote diversity. Each book is illustrated by talented artists of color and showcases characters of color participating in underrepresented sports such as hockey, skiing, fencing, archery, and triathlons.  Through her work, Nia aims to change the narrative by helping to cultivate an inclusive society where children of color can envision themselves participating in any sport. Support her efforts, visit her website at :

www.NiaTheAuthor.com

Your Gateway to Wellbeing, Cultural Awareness, & Global Exploration! We inspire businesses and individuals to embrace diversity through our unique & inspiring products. We make learning about new cultures enjoyable & memorable, promoting an inclusive, culturally aware, & mentally well world. A supplier of resources for celebrating annual cultural events, we ensure your employees gain valuable insights and experiences. Join our community to create a workplace that celebrates diversity, enhances team wellbeing, and fosters global understanding.

Saïd Business School, University of Oxford has a rich tradition of developing leaders. We need impact like never before. This starts with individuals developing into leaders, who go into businesses and make meaningful change.

Our Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) programme builds on this legacy, providing you with a solid foundation in core business principles while developing a broadened mindset and understanding of the role of business in society.

Here at P’s Drinks we endeavour to offer you something a little different. We provide ready made unique bar quality cocktails in a bottle using blended fruits and premium spirits. We are a London based company, our business began in May 2020 during lockdown. But our background stems from summer trips back home to Trinidad and Tobago as a child fruit picking with grandparents and learning the art of natural homemade juices and tinctures. We use the finest fresh ingredients from start to finish.

Patt3rn Up LDN we specialise in satin lined headwear to protect afro, locs & various types of curly hair… Along with high quality streetwear. As the founder/designer these were items i wanted myself that i was unable to find.. a great niche.. check us out.

Phoenix is the UK’s largest long-term savings and retirement business. Our purpose is to help people secure a life of possibilities; from our customers, colleagues and investors, to wider society.

This means helping people engage with their financial futures, understanding that the journey to and through retirement is as unique as the person making it.

It’s our mission to help everyone achieve the retirement they want and stay with them for the whole journey.

Welcome to ProFertility, the future of reproductive healthcare. We prioritise prevention over reactive treatments by offering comprehensive at-home test kits and a cutting-edge health app that provides actionable insights. Our unique approach combines early detection with corrective interventions, empowering individuals to take proactive control of their reproductive health. Our mission is clear: to make fertility testing and early intervention integral to family planning, ensuring diagnostics and care are accessible and affordable for all. Join us in revolutionising fertility healthcare—because proactive prevention is the future.

Saint Lucia is a stunning Caribbean island that perfectly blends adventure and relaxation. With daily flights from the UK, this tropical paradise is within easy reach. Home to the iconic Piton Mountains, unspoiled rainforests, and sun-kissed beaches, Saint Lucia offers something for everyone. Whether you’re seeking thrilling activities, a romantic getaway, or a peaceful retreat in natural hot springs, Saint Lucia has it all. The island’s vibrant culture, warm and friendly people, and world-class cuisine provide an experience that delights every sense. With breathtaking landscapes and welcoming hospitality, Saint Lucia is where unforgettable memories are made.

Dr. Byron Cole & Bianca Miller-Cole are award winning entrepreneurs, business mentors and best-selling authors of ‘Self Made’, Sunday Times Best seller ‘The Business Survival Kit’ and latest release ‘Rich Forever’. Byron and Bianca are passionate about providing real, tangible and actionable advice supporting the advancement of entrepreneurs and Intrapreneurs alike. They have developed the Self Made mentoring community supporting over 500 founders, making their business ideas a reality.

SHYNE is a personal care brand, made by men with afro textured hair, for men with afro textured hair. Tired of the lacking choice of haircare products for black men in major retailers, we took matters into our own hands, developing a range of hair styling products designed to tackle the specific haircare challenges faced by black men. With a vision of inclusivity, SHYNE empowers men all over the world to shine with confidence and express themselves through their hair.

Square began in 2009 with a small white card reader for mobile devices — the first of its kind. That one opportunity helped grow Square from a single product to a whole suite with 35+ products for people to run every side of their businesses, including hardware, software and more. Our purpose is economic empowerment, and we’re building tools to help sellers power their businesses all over the world.

At SUPERDIVAJEWELLERY LIMITED, our team has redefined luxury with unique, day-to-night fashion pieces.  we’ve partnered with prestigious platforms like Wolf & Badger, Asos Market Place, and John Lewis amplifying our brand’s reach. All pieces are 18k gold/ silver plated tarnish free, stainless steel and hypoallergenic free.

With a keen focus on sustainability, we’ve introduced an innovative rental model ensuring our exquisite designs are both accessible and  environmentally conscious. Our CEO and Founder Ann Gravesande expertise in fashion design is matched by my competencies in account management and business analysis, driving the company’s strategic growth.

Sylvia Prince is delighted to introduce you to her Afrocentric range of greeting cards and gifts. Inspired by her children and their friends, Sylvia decided to create the cards she wanted to see, where everyone can see themselves reflected and celebrated.

Featuring characters in various shades of Black and brown, including those living with vitiligo, albinism, and alopecia, this level of inclusion cannot be found anywhere else.

Since launching in 2021, Sylvia’s range has made it into major stores in Australia, Canada and the United States.

Our global house of brands unites the magic of Coach, kate spade new york and Stuart Weitzman. Each of our brands are unique and independent, while sharing a commitment to innovation and authenticity defined by distinctive products and differentiated customer experiences across channels and geographies. We use our collective strengths to move our customers and empower our communities, to make the fashion industry more sustainable, and to build a company that’s equitable, inclusive, and diverse.

Tees branding studio is a brand design company. Branding is changing continuously. Specialising in all things branding from logo design, content creation, web design, photo shop masterclasses, signage and printing.

The mission for us is to create , out of the box and distinctive branding for all our clients we are passionate about delivering the highest quality to ensure they stand out against competitors and have the confidence in their branding to strive in their business sector to generate the most success, As a black business we are aiming to become one of the pioneers in the branding space who also inspire and empower branding that you will love, igniting real results for your business.

CyberPhorm is a company and community dedicated to leveraging tech skills and research expertise to create a safer online environment and promote healthier mental health and self-perception, particularly for teens and young adults affected by heavy internet use.

We accomplish this by providing cybersecurity awareness, training, and education, along with developing digital products to address various challenges.

The Pentecostal Community Bank – PCB (formerly known as the Pentecostal Credit Union – PCU) has been in business for over 44 years, providing loans and deposit taking facilities to our members, 98% of whom are Black African and Caribbean. Our mission is to economically empower our members, building wealth together.  We are proud to be Black led and Black owned and to be the Uk’s first Pentecostal Community Bank,  created for us, by us!.  The Pentecostal Community Bank is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority (FRN 213242).

The Walt Disney Company has been creating exceptional entertainment experiences in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) for over 90 years. With creativity and innovation at the heart of everything we do, we focus on delivering our unique brand of world-class storytelling to fans and consumers across the region in strategic and locally relevant ways.

At Disney we are committed to developing and retaining a diverse workforce, fostering a company culture that is welcoming and respectful, creating content and experiences that resonate with our global audiences, and collaborating with community organisations to make our industries more accessible to all.