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On Point Property Management

Anna and Victoria Agyekum founded On Point Property Management and the Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo to connect the diaspora with property investments in Ghana and London.

Take a Bite and Smile

Chiara launched Take a Bite and Smile two years ago at Northcote Road Market. Here, she shares her journey from customer management to creating traditional Italian pastries with a plant-based twist.

The Beauty Parlour by Kimberly Graham

Kimberly Graham launched The Beauty Parlour in 2022. Her Jamaican and Guyanese roots, along with 10+ years in beauty, inspired her to create a space centred on confidence and wellness.

Monogaga Cafe

Joachim Kouadio launched Monogaga Cafe in May 2024. Learn how his Ivory Coast heritage and 25 years in the coffee industry inspired him to create a unique coffee experience in Wandsworth.

Bourne Fitness

Nathan Bourne started Bourne Fitness in 2021. Discover how he transitioned from a finance career to building a community-focused fitness hub.

Time Specialist

Meet Muhammad Iqbal Shanji, the heart and soul behind Time Specialist, a beloved watch repair shop nestled in Broadway Market, Tooting.

Jeffersons Ice Cream

Celine and Christopher Thompson opened Jeffersons Ice Cream in 2018. Here, they share their journey from surveyors to sweet success.

Roopa Basu

Roopa Basu is a Wandsworth based artist and designer, who alongside her husband Indika, is the co-owner of the Print Design studio on Lavender Hill.  Roopa is the artist behind the Council’s 2024 Shop Local artwork.

March and Bloom

Jennifer Curulli is the founder of two businesses - Jennifer’s Papers, which she launched in 2011 and March and Bloom, which followed in 2017. Born and bred in New England, Jennifer moved from New York to live in London in 2014.

Spice Village – Tooting

Suleman and his brother Nasir opened Pakistani restaurant Spice Village in 2004. Here, they share their heritage and business story.

Minar Jewellers

The awarding winning Minar Jewellers is one of the oldest South Asian retailers in South London. The Tooting-based business is run by father and son Pravin and Jaysal Pattni. This is their story...

Mondo Brewing

Mondo Brewing is a Battersea based, independent craft brewery. The company was launched in 2014 by American brewers Todd Matteson and Thomas Palmer. Todd reveals the inspiration behind the business, some of the challenges they experienced along the way and how they pivoted during lockdown.

Moxies Fish Bar

We spoke to Shahd Mahnavi, co-founder of Moxies Fish Bar and winner of Wandsworth Women's Enterprise Awards - High Street Hero, about running their sustainable seafood business.

Words with Impact

We spoke to Michelle Casey, copywriter and founder of Words with Impact, about launching her own copywriting business following lockdown.

The HummingBirds

We spoke to Daniel, founder of The HummingBirds, about setting up his charity during lockdown, having a ‘get it done’ motto, as well as the importance and benefits of sport.