Following the success of their Kirkstall and Headingly stalls, the Poco sensation keeps spreading in Leeds. This time, in the heart of the city. Friday was the grand opening of Poco’s third store and the excitement rippled through the city, with queues stretching over 50 metres. Poco’s team certainly blessed the foodies in the area, … Read more

A recent study by the Business Reporter showed that data is key to the success for SMEs. It enables them to see how their business is doing, know what their customers want and identify areas for development and opportunities. Using Artificial Intelligence (wait – what is AI?)  to harness data of predictive analytics tools how … Read more

For what seems like a lifetime, we have all been looking for ways to keep our energy bills low. But there is some hope on the horizon – it looks like energy prices will finally fall in the second half of 2023. According to experts, we may see prices similar to what we had 12 … Read more

Introducer turned customer!

Starting a new business or expanding an existing one can be an expensive undertaking. One of the significant expenses that business owners face is the cost of office space and equipment. For many businesses, getting a professional loan is the only way to make these expenses manageable. One of the recent examples of how a … Read more

Square one 'pin' cash flow issues

Square One Wrestling is a popular wrestling promotion company based in the United Kingdom that has been producing high-quality professional wrestling shows since 2015. To maintain their high standards and keep their wrestlers and members in top shape, they needed to invest in new gym equipment after a location move to a bigger premises. However, … Read more

Mother Hubbard continue to grow

Mother Hubbard Hemel Hempstead is a well-known fish and chip shop in the area that has been serving the community for over 40 years. Recently, they decided to upgrade their frying range to a new, state-of-the-art model. However, the cost of the new range was prohibitive, and the owners were unsure how to finance the … Read more

JR's commitment to Green Finance

Green finance has become a crucial aspect of modern business operations. More and more companies are recognizing the importance of sustainability and taking steps to reduce their environmental impact. At Johnson Reed, we are thrilled to retain our commitment to utilizing green finance to fund environmentally sustainable projects. We have been providing finance solutions to … Read more

OnePT introduce 'shocking' new technology!

onePT gym, Rochdale, offers a unique business model in the fitness industry circulating around personal training. The gym won the UK Active “National club/centre of the year in 2021 as well as in 2019” showing just how well regarded the site is. Their 250 members are offered a monthly inclusive personal training (PT) session from … Read more

The Budget Announcement 2023

The 2023 Budget announcement has brought with it a host of changes that will impact businesses across the UK. From changes to corporation tax to new initiatives to support small businesses, it’s clear that the government is keen to encourage economic growth in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. For many businesses, accessing the finance … Read more

Forbidden florist grows with finance

The Forbidden Florist is a small bar located in a bustling urban area in Pembrokeshire Town. It is home to a florally-designed space for dining and drinking, with 200 covers inside and 40 covers outside in the riverside seating area. Forbidden Florist aims to create a magnetic point of difference through innovative design and elegant … Read more