What do you do, and how long have you been in business?
I help people to save money on their household utility bills, and help people to earn an extra income – I’ve been a UW Partner for nearly 17 years.

What do you think has been your biggest achievement since launching your business?
My promotion to Team Leader has been a major achievement and very rewarding as it’s enabled me to support new team members and help them achieve their goals.

Is there something most people don’t know about you?
I’m the very proud mother of three wonderful sons and grandmother of 2 beautiful granddaughters.

Is there a single person who you have learned the most from in your life? If so, what did they teach you?
I learn from everyone so I have a long list. My sons for their commitment and determination to succeed in their sporting dreams, my Mum and Dad, especially during their suffering towards the end of their lives. I felt very privileged to be able to be there with them during their time of need, they always had hope, never stopped giving and remained determined to face everything with a smile right until the end.

If you could have dinner with one living or non-living person, who would it be and why?
My Mum who died young at 67. She was always in the present and going forward, so I feel I’d like to reminisce with her about her childhood and experiences when she was growing up.

What is your favourite film of all time?
The Sound of Music.

What is your best advice for people starting out in business?
Be consistent, patient and enjoy the journey.

What’s next for you and your business?
Promotion to Senior Team Leader by helping more team members to achieve their goals.

What do you do, and how long have you been in business?
I’m a yoga teacher and wellness consultant, running community classes and bespoke retreats. I’ve been teaching yoga for over 10 years and building my wellness businesses since returning to the UK in 2022.

Why did you create Yoga with Leo?
My name is Leomi and I live in Leicester. “Leomi” can be a bit of a mouthful, so people often call me “Leo”. It felt natural to use that for my yoga business. The only funny thing is, people sometimes assume I’m a man from the name!

What do you think has been your biggest achievement since launching your business?
Seeing people leave my classes and retreats lighter, calmer, and re-energised. Creating real impact in people’s wellbeing feels like the greatest achievement.

Is there something most people don’t know about you?
I lived in Sri Lanka for 7 years, where I set up and ran a yoga and surf guesthouse and taught at an international school. I can speak some/enough Sinhala.

Is there a single person who you have learned the most from in your life? If so, what did they teach you?
My daughter Lily. She teaches me every day about resilience, joy, and the importance of being present.

If you could have dinner with one living or non-living person, who would it be and why?
Jesus Christ, who else? To sit at the table with Him, to ask questions, and to simply be in His presence would be the greatest honour.

What is your favourite film of all time?
Moulin Rouge “The greatest thing you’ll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return.”

What is your best advice for people starting out in business?
Believe you can, and work towards that and you will achieve it all.

What’s next for you and your business?
I’m launching luxury corporate retreats in Sri Lanka later this year under FloState Retreats, expanding The Unwind Lab for workplaces, and continuing to grow my local yoga community in Leicester.

What do you do, and how long have you been in business?
I am the owner and founder of Creature Comforts Upholstery. We started in April 2024.

Why did you create Creature Comforts Upholstery?
Creature, as we call it, was named for three reasons: my love of animals, my love of being cosy (Autumn is my favourite season and I felt it embodies that feeling), and because we loved the play on the phrase “creature comforts”.

What do you think has been your biggest achievement since launching your business?
I am so proud of how ‘Creature’ has grown. We started working out of my old bedroom in my parents’ house and have grown from one shop/workshop to two premises.

Is there something most people don’t know about you?
I am a secret golfer and a Taylor Swift fan.

Is there a single person who you have learned the most from in your life? If so, what did they teach you?
One person who has profoundly shaped my life is my incredible mum. She has been my greatest teacher, imparting wisdom that ranges from the practical, like how to thread a needle, to the intricate art of reconstructing the most complex chairs. Her lessons resonate deeply, reminding me to approach life with both care and enthusiasm.

If you could have dinner with one living or non-living person, who would it be and why?
While having dinner with my mum would be an obvious and cherished choice — what I wouldn’t give for just an extra ten seconds with her — I would also love the opportunity to dine with Margaret Thatcher. Ever since I was a young girl, I have been captivated by her complex legacy. To me, she embodies both heroism and controversy; she was a trailblazer for women in leadership. I would relish the chance to explore her experiences and perspectives, particularly the adversities she overcame and the glass ceilings she shattered. I would also be keen to understand her rationale behind some of her more contentious decisions, as I believe there is much to learn from her unique journey.

What is your favourite film of all time?
Too many to choose from; however, the one I always put on to make me laugh is Zoolander.

What is your best advice for people starting out in business?
Surround yourself with fellow entrepreneurs. Don’t be afraid to openly share your challenges; many will have experienced similar struggles and can offer valuable insights from their own journeys. Building a network of support not only provides practical advice but also fosters a sense of community that can be incredibly beneficial as you navigate the ups and downs of your business venture.

What’s next for you and your business?
My aim is to grow the business to cover more areas of the Midlands and hopefully employ a full-time upholsterer and curtain maker.