Inspirational Cases

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Anson Concise Ltd
Anson Concise Ltd are a manufacturer of compact kitchens and tea stations, and are one of over 500,000 UK companies that use Sage software to help run their business. The company began in 1998, and the business began to develop slowly over the first two years. Following the work of the initial years, the name of Anson Concise began to be well known.
Link: http://www.startups.co.uk/Anson_Concise_Ltd.YZaMKrhoxcodfQ.html

Recycling Business
Organisations currently supported by London Remade produce many different products from recycled materials. Products range from pencils made from plastic vending cups to recycled and refurbished white goods.
Link: http://www.londonremade.com/business_case_studies.asp

EWGA Ltd
Established in 1972, EWGA Ltd import wine from all over the world. They distribute to hotels, restaurants and the general public. They also manage wine lists for a number of prestigious hotels, helping their customers gain a healthy margin on wine sales whilst providing good value for their customers.
Link: http://www.startups.co.uk/EWGA_Ltd.YYoGrXdoxcodfQ.html

Allindine Limited
Established in the autumn of 2002, Allindine Limited is a great example of a small business with big plans. Husband and wife partnership Neil and Linda Errington are dedicated Company Directors with a discernible drive to succeed.
Link: http://www.startups.co.uk/Allindine_Limited.YcK_C-1oxcodfQ.html

The Anglesey Sea Salt Co Ltd
Halen Mon - The Anglesey Sea Salt Co Ltd, specialises in the manufacture, packing and distribution of premium sea salt, and sea salt containers. "From an idea in 1997 which involved warming seawater over a cooker in the founder’s house, the business has grown to now supply Harvey Nichols, Waitrose and Marks and Spencer, as well as exporting to a dozen countries," says Company Director, David Lea-Wilson.
Link: http://www.startups.co.uk/The_Anglesey_Sea_Salt_Co_Ltd.Yd0Cts1oxcodfQ.html

Securistar Ltd
Securistar Ltd offer a complete chauffeur service, with drivers who have an extensive knowledge of London and have also completed advanced driving courses. The company also offers close quarter protection and a full bodyguard service to their clients.
Link: http://www.startups.co.uk/Securistar_Ltd.YVEI7kFoxcodfQ.html

Little Wonders
Little Wonders is a traditional toy store offering quality products for 0-7 year olds. The company was set up by Trudi Roake, an ex-nanny, and her husband Mark, a former City banker. Trudi said: “Neither of us had any retail experience but we were confident that toys would be fun and exciting to sell.”
Link: http://www.startups.co.uk/Little_Wonders.YaOAVg9oxcodfQ.html

Empire State Development's EAP Helps Transition Hobby into Business
Nanette Callegari and her two friends designed transfers for baby clothing as gifts to family and friends on special occasions, and always received an impressive response. As requests for the clothing became more and more frequent, the trio decided to think about starting a business.
Link: http://www.nylovessmallbiz.com/successfull_story.asp?id=20

Amilya Antonetti: How a Family Need Spurred a Profitable Business
Amilya Antonetti struggled to find a cure for her son’s ailments, and found with it a successful business. Amilya had just given birth to her son, David, but her joy quickly turned to horror when the newborn would constantly cry in pain. The baby experienced shortness of breath and skin rashes. Not knowing what ails the baby, she and her husband consulted various specialists and doctors, to no avail. No one could them what is wrong with David or what triggers all the pain.
Link: http://www.womenhomebusiness.com/success/soapworks.htm

Kimberly Mann: How to be a Virtual Assistant
Administrative assistants, secretaries and executive assistants are seeing new opportunities on the Web with the rise of the virtual assistants. Virtual assistants provide the same services administrative assistants may do – except that everything is done over the Web. Virtual assistants provide services such as word-processing, event planning, and handling other office chores over the Net – often without seeing their clients.
Link: http://www.womenhomebusiness.com/startup/kmann.htm

Retired Executives Team Helps People Fulfill Dreams of Starting Their Own Business
Administrative assistants, secretaries and executive assistants are seeing new opportunities on the Web with the rise of the virtual assistants. Virtual assistants provide the same services administrative assistants may do – except that everything is done over the Web. Virtual assistants provide services such as word-processing, event planning, and handling other office chores over the Net – often without seeing their clients.
Link: http://www.ashevillescore.org/success.htm

A CommunityExpress Success Story: Anderson Security Agency
A CommunityExpress Success Story: Anderson Security Agency by Stephan Dix and Jason Dunick It all started as a small family affair. Now, with help from the CommunityExpress loan program, Anderson Security Agency in Phoenix, Arizona, is booming. Staffed initially by a handful of family members, this woman-owned company now has over 400 employees and is still growing.
Link: http://www.ncrc.org/smalbusiness/success_stories/anderson_security.php

Angel Babies
When Angel Babies Child Care Center obtained the very first CommunityExpress loan three years ago, owners Monique and Chauncey White III operated out of their home in Buffalo, NY. Thanks to financing from CommunityExpress via Chase Bank and the valuable assistance provided by Rural Opportunities, Inc., a long-time NCRC member, the center purchased a new facility, made leasehold improvements and bought necessary supplies for the expansion.
Link: http://www.ncrc.org/smalbusiness/success_stories/angel_babies.php