Episode 29: Veterans Outreach Support
In this episode, Community Programme Lead Kirsty Hill talks to Ian Millen and Wendy Pearson from Veterans Outreach Support about the organisation and what services they offer.
Episode 30: The Business Consultancy Project
In this episode Steff Jones, our Operations Manager, is discussing the University of Portsmouth’s Business Consultancy Project, and how it can help local businesses, with Abigail Norman, Sailesh Pun, and Gus Kapleris who worked with Shaping Portsmouth on a consultancy project last year.
Episode 31: Joe Taffurelli
In this episode Shaping Portsmouth CEO Dave Humphries talks to Joe Taffurelli, Chief Operating Officer at Liquid Friday, about his journey from studying at the University of Portsmouth to his current position, the rise of Liquid Friday and their contributions to the city, and just what exactly is an umbrella company?
Relaunching Explore Your Future – and a call for employers
We’re excited to announce the relaunch of Explore Your Future (EYF), employer‑led programme designed to inspire students in Years 7–9 and open their eyes to the world of work, local industries, and future opportunities. EYF provides young people with meaningful encounters that help build confidence, curiosity, and aspiration at a crucial stage in their development. With your support, […]
Episode 32: Pompey in the Community
In this episode Shaping Portsmouth CEO Dave Humphries chats with Clare Martin MBE, CEO of Pompey in the Community, about the charity, their work, and the John Jenkins Stadium.
The Big Business Giveaway Returns!
Citrus Facilities Management and Shaping Portsmouth have again partnered for the 2026 Big Business Giveaway, but this year’s prize is even bigger thanks to the Portsmouth Business Community supporting our 2026 giveaway. Following on from last year’s success where Citrus Facilities Management and Shaping Portsmouth gave a prize valued at £2,500 to support business growth […]
Making plans from International Women’s Day
Last week, Charla, Marian and Suzan spent some time together reflecting on International Women’s Day. They talked about what it means to be women in business, about equality, the theme of give to gain and most importantly how we as a team could create something that supports lasting change. So often there is a spotlight […]
Personal Business Branding with Jodie Goodchild
Grow faster and spend less on marketing in 2026 The Portsmouth Business Support Service and Known For have partnered to offer a brand new masterclass exclusively for Portsmouth businesses. And it’s completely free. Led by award-winning marketing expert Jodie Goodchild, this session draws on nearly 20 years of experience in lead generation, sales, and marketing. […]
Episode 34: Retrain Your Brain
In this episode Shaping Portsmouth’s Operations Manager Steff Jones talks to Julie Gordon, Mindset Manager from Retrain Your Brain, about the business, mindfulness, and mind health around menopause, perimenopause, and Long Covid.
Welcoming a new partnership with Negotia
The Shaping Portsmouth team are pleased to welcome Negotia, who have come on board as an Associate Patron. Negotia trains founders to win business, equipping them with the commercial skills to sell change, negotiate confidently, and build predictable revenue. Paul Sims, Founding & Managing Partner at Negotia, said “Portsmouth has always shaped who I am, […]