Success Stories

Sabera Kara : Kara Kalligraphy

"My name is Sabera Kara, a 22 year old mother of two from Coventry. I grew up in Coventry with my mum, dad and four sisters. I always looked up to my mum, a strong business figure in my eyes. She had set up her own business from home with the help of WBDA and has been doing well ever since."

Alex Dowman : The Chemical Galaxy

"I have launched my own business The Chemical Galaxy. I retail products bearing the 'chemical galaxy' design e.g. computer mouse mats, mugs, posters etc; these are only available online for the time being. The Chemical Galaxy is a new vision of the periodic table of elements designed by my father."

Elizabeth Kay : Truly Julry

TrulyJulry -  A jewellery business which I visit homes and businesses - a fantastic personal service with a variety of jewellery for all ages. Slowly but surely my dreams are turning into reality!

Angela Dakin : Angela Dakin Coaching and Consultancy

"After 20 years managing business services within organisations including a Non-Departmental Government Body, a national children's charity, a Local Authority Education Department and an FE College, in 2007 I left my job and went overseas on a volunteer placement for 3 months. Shortly after returning I began to establish my business as an independent consultant and corporate coach."

Erica Ramsay : Locus Action Research

"We were interested in developing our strong social interests and enthusiasm for unlocking the potential of local people in the areas where they live into a business concept.  Although we have lots of experience in relevant social policy areas, we didn’t know how to begin to develop these ideas in a business-like way."

Hannah Sassoon : Rose for the Heart

"Rose for the Heart is a flower and gem remedy for grief and heart break. I've always been involved in healing and therapeutic traditions. So this gave me the idea to pursue healing and therapeutic traditions and launch my own business so I can help others."