Episode 46: First Steps First Aid
In this episode, CEO Dave Humphries talks to Jack Boaden and Jess Spencer from First Steps First Aid about their history as paramedics, starting the business, and delivering first aid training to businesses, schools, and more.
Episode 47: Biscoes Solicitors
CEO Dave Humphries talks to Alison Lee, Managing Director of Biscoes Solicitors, about her career, the firm, and their work in the community, in particular their dedication to the Armed Forces Community and support of the Armed Forces Covenant and Employer Recognition Scheme.
Episode 48: Carrington West
CEO Dave Humphries talks to James Fernandes, Managing Director of Carrington West, about founding the recruitment business, being recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, and how they give back to Portsmouth.
A new collaboration launches The Marketing Agency
One of the most frequent requests for support we get from businesses approaching Portsmouth Business Support Service is around marketing. So, we are excited to say we have now signed an agreement to set up a new collaboration between Portsmouth City Council, the University of Portsmouth and ourselves to help local small businesses. We’re working […]
Episode 50: GRP Solutions
Dave Humphries talks to Brian Harpur, Managing Director of GRP Solutions, about his journey to Portsmouth and founding the business, their community focus, and the Naomi House Big Five Challenge.
The Shaping Team continues to grow!
Shaping Portsmouth are pleased to announce that Chloe Ashby has joined the team in the role of Office Administrator, and Becca Mott has come on board as our Social Media Co-Ordinator. Chloe first joined us in July last year on a Supported Internship from HSDC, assisting us with IT-related tasks, from basic troubleshooting to CRM […]
Episode 51: Shaping Portsmouth Pillar Leads
In this episode, Shaping Portsmouth’s Pillar Leads, Marian Glover, Suzan Win Latt, and Amy Cusack, take over the podcast to chat about their roles, what their programmes have been up to recently, and champion their amazing Programme Leads.
Brasserie Blanc becomes a Shaping Portsmouth partner
Shaping Portsmouth is pleased to welcome Brasserie Blanc as our newest Member. Sea, the sites & shopping – BB Portsmouth in Gunwharf Quays is the perfect destination for the whole family. Whether you are dropping by after a spot of shopping or before setting off for adventures to the Isle of Wight, we look forward […]
Episode 52: Solent Mind
In this episode, Steff Jones talks to Chris West from Solent Mind about improving workplace wellbeing with The Five Ways to Wellbeing, and joining the team as our new Workplace Health & Wellbeing Programme Lead.
Operation: Shaping Forces is a success
Last month, we had the pleasure of supporting Armed Forces Community Programme Leads Andy Moss and Kate Mizon host the first annual Shaping Forces event in the Royal Maritime Hotel. The Armed Forces Community within Portsmouth is crucial in shaping our city and forms a major part of our community. The Shaping Forces programme is […]