Episode 69: Talent Included
In this episode, CEO Dave Humphries speaks to Sally Spicer, Co-Founder of Talent Included, about working in Recruitment, founding Talent Included with Natalie Clark, the importance of EDI (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion), and how Portsmouth Businesses can help and benefit.
Kicking off the 2025 Cruise season
Earlier this month we launched our 2025 Cruise Passenger programme with our amazing meet-and-greet volunteers. How fantastic to host our 2025 launch event at The Mary Rose museum with so many of our volunteers in attendance. Since 2019, cruise arrivals in Portsmouth have grown by an impressive 115%, highlighting the city’s rise as a key […]
Introducing our new PBSS Programme Leads
Shaping Portsmouth are pleased to welcome two new members to the team in the form of Tim Rampton and Andy Derrick, volunteer co-leads of our Portsmouth Business Support Service programme. With over 40 years in financial services and personal development, Tim has coached and led numerous teams and individuals to achieve success. Andy is an […]
Episode 71: Portsmouth Creates
Dave Humphries talks to Gemma Nichols, CEO of Portsmouth Creates, about her history working in Culture and how it led her to Portsmouth, joining Portsmouth Creates, and her passion for supporting the creative sector. They also discuss some of the projects Portsmouth Creates has been running, the variety of creative industries they support, and the impact they’ve had across the city.
Episode 72: Love Southsea
Dave Humphries has a chaotic chat with Lulu Whitmore, founder of Love Southsea, about growing up in Portsmouth, the origins and growth of the Love Southsea Market, the Love Portsmouth pop up shop in Gunwharf Quays, and her plans for what’s coming next.
HTP Apprenticeship College and Southern Water join Shaping Portsmouth
Shaping Portsmouth are pleased to welcome two new Patrons to the organisation as we are joined by HTP Apprenticeship College and Southern Water. For 25 years, HTP Apprenticeship College has delivered tailored Apprenticeship solutions for businesses and their staff, alongside expert career support and guidance. Rachael Randall, Founder and Chief Executive of HTP Apprenticeship College, […]
Episode 73: Odigo Driving School
Dave Humphries talks to Steve Squires, founder of Odigo Driving School, about the switch from history teacher to starting a driving school, running a local small business, his work with Models for Heroes, and some scary driving moments.
Hovertravel Re-Awarded Highest Accreditation for Inclusive Transport
Hovertravel is proud to announce that it has once again been awarded ‘Leaders’ status in the UK Government’s Inclusive Transport Leaders Scheme. This marks the second consecutive time the company has received the highest possible accreditation, reinforcing its dedication to providing an accessible and inclusive transport service for all customers. The accreditation is valid until […]
Business support events launched for 2025
We are delighted to announce the successful completion of our recent business support workshops, delivered as part of the Portsmouth Business Support Service. These free sessions continue our commitment to empowering local enterprises in Portsmouth, providing invaluable insights and strategies to help businesses flourish in today’s competitive landscape. Group Business Coaching: Empower Your Business On […]
Episode 78: Steve Piper
CEO Dave Humphries speaks to Steve Piper, founder of Si Digital, about the business, Artificial Intelligence, and how attending the Shaping Portsmouth Conference in 2025 led to taking a PSA test, which led to a prostate cancer diagnosis.