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.
Episode 70: Road From Karachi

In this episode, Charla Grant talks to Nadia Arab, Founder of Road From Karachi, about growing up in Portsmouth, her mother launching a cookery school in the 80s, rediscovering her recipes and publishing them with her own contributions in Road From Karachi, and the amazing charity work that came from it,running workshops in the city and donating clean water pumps across the world.
Dadzclub search for inspirational male role models

International Men’s Day 2024 is fast approaching, and the stage is set for an extraordinary celebration of positive male role models. Portsmouth’s official event, organised by Dadzclub, is back for its third consecutive year, and the focus is clear: it’s time to shine a light on the inspirational men in our community. Dadzclub, a passionate advocate […]
Who inspires you? Nominations and Sponsorship opportunities open for the Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Awards

Who inspires you? Do you know a woman in Portsmouth who inspires others through her passion, leadership, or dedication? It’s time to recognize her! Nominations are now open for the Pamodzi Creatives Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Awards 2025, and we need your help to shine a light on the amazing women making a difference in […]
Minstead Trust to launch events in Portsmouth

The name is Trust…. Minstead Trust! Following on from last week, where they were proud to be the headline sponsors of Mindset Maintenence Live, Minstead Trust are delighted to be hosting a Murder Mystery Event with their friends at Village Hotel. This is part of an effort by Minstead Trust to create more opportunities within […]
New Business Launch: Mini Moony Pamper Parties to Open in Havant, Offering Glamorous, Creative Experiences for Children

There’s a new party venue in town! The grand opening of Mini Moony Pamper Parties, a venture dedicated to inspiring and empowering young minds through a combination of fashion and creativity. Mini Moony Pamper Parties received business mentoring through the Portsmouth Business Support Service. The official launch event will take place on Saturday, September 14th, from […]
Kings Theatre Heritage Open Day to include exciting updates on the upcoming Regeneration Project

The Kings Theatre is looking forward to welcoming the local community on Sunday September 8th as part of the National Heritage Open Day Programme. They are taking this opportunity to offer a consultation on the plans to regenerate the three derelict shops that adjoin the theatre along Albert Road. Major stakeholders, including Portsmouth City Council, […]
Launching the Shaping Portsmouth Podcast!

We are pleased to announce that Wednesday 14th August saw the launch of the Shaping Portsmouth Podcast! Releasing weekly, the podcast will give you an insight into the Shaping team, the work our programmes are doing, our partners, and the great things happening across the city. The podcast is made possible thanks to our new […]
Victorious Festival joins Shaping Portsmouth

Victorious Festival has come on board as the latest Shaping Portsmouth Patron. The festival will be returning to the Common and Castle Field from 23rd to 25th August. The Victorious Team believe it’s vitally important to give back to the local community. They do so by making Victorious accessible to all, building relationships and partnerships […]
Brave abseilers descend Portsmouth’s Spinnaker Tower to raise more than £6,000 for Solent Mind

A team of brave fundraisers have taken on an 100m abseil down Portsmouth’s Spinnaker Tower in aid of mental health charity, Solent Mind. A group of 17 daring individuals completed the epic challenge and raised an impressive £6,250 (not including Gift Aid) for the Hampshire charity, and the money is still rolling in. All […]