County Business Clubs Sussex 100

Oh what a night 🎉 Last night at the County Business Clubs Sussex 100 Christmas 🎄 party in aid of Rockinghorse Children's Charity was a very special night, with a room filled with love and support ❤️ 🎵 Craig, Mat and Rich 🎶 were truly unbelievable as they entertained everyone with an amazing set and really did bring the Westend to Brighton.. Wow just wow Well done to Jackie Irving- Wilkinson (Ashwood) for pulling the night together. Thanks to our sponsors Webtrends Optimize Cognitive Law Limited and our event partners H2 Productions Ltd Martin Leppard for your support. Thank you to the brilliant Howie 🎥📸 for capturing the night so well 🫶 Thank you 🙏 to everyone that came and celebrated with us and for everyone’s support this year. Here is to an optimistic and exciting 2025 🥂 Merry Christmas 🎄 everyone 🫶

**🎅 Sold Out 🎄 ** We are really looking forward to the County Business Clubs Sussex 100 SOLD OUT Xmas party this evening. A big shout out to our sponsors Webtrends Optimize & Cognitive Law Limited. If you have any questions regarding this evenings event then contact Jackie@countybusinessclubs.co.uk See you on the dance floor 💃 🥂

"Trust your instincts" ~ Kyriakos Baxevanis In this gripping short story episode, we sit down with award-winning entrepreneur Kyriakos Baxevanis—founder of Little Jasmine Therapies and Spa, and Nostos Hove—as he reveals how he rose from the depths of depression to redefine his destiny. Kyriakos candidly shares the raw pain of hitting rock bottom and the unwavering resilience he forged in his youth, the very mindset that propelled him from obscurity to success. Through heartfelt honesty, he illustrates the extraordinary power of trusting your instincts and believing in yourself, no matter how daunting the path ahead may seem. He recalls making a pivotal decision to relocate to Brighton and vowing to excel at whatever he did—whether scaling a thriving venture or counting chickens at a grocery counter. His story illuminates the truth that true strength lies not in circumstance, but in the mindset you cultivate. This inspirational journey will resonate deeply with anyone striving to overcome personal barriers, rebuild after setbacks, or embrace a growth mindset. Tune in for a profound, no-holds-barred narrative that underscores one essential truth: "It is the mindset that defines you; it is the mindset you need to make it in this life." 🔗 Link to short story in comments below 👇 Podcast Sponsored By Rivervale Plus X Innovation Nostos Hove Produced By H2 Productions Ltd Martin Leppard #Entrepreneurship #Resilience #OvercomingFailure #SmallBusinessTips #MentalHealthAwareness #PersonalGrowth #VulnerabilityIsStrength #BusinessChallenges #FindingPurpose #MotivationalStories #InspirationForLife #RebuildingAfterSetbacks #SuccessRedefined #LifeLessons

🎄 The Christmas Issue of Sussex Business Times is Out NOW! 🚀 It is our Christmas charity special and one of our favourite issues of the year. Christmas, a time of cheer and goodwill, presents a unique opportunity for businesses to strengthen relationships and enhance their brand image. It’s a season of reflection, gratitude and celebration, making it the perfect time to connect with clients and employees on a deeper level. Thanks as always to the amazing SBT team Jackie Irving- Wilkinson (Ashwood) Kim Butler Belinda Bennett who continue to deliver this incredible publication every month. Wishing all our contributors, County Business Clubs Sussex 100 Value Added Partners, advertisers, and readers a Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year! Grab a coffee and click link 🔗 in comments below 👇 #Business #publication #community #stories #powerofstorytelling #christmas #charity #issue #inspirationalstories #DifferentHats #SBT

Happy Birthday 🥳 to our amazing 🧢 County Business Clubs Sussex 100 Community Manager 🧢 Sussex Business Times Content Director 🧢 Ladies Lunch Clubs Host Maybe she has been hanging out with our founder Sam to long… There seems to be a theme here with the many Different Hats 🧢 she wear 🤔 Thanks 🙏 for all you do Jackie Irving- Wilkinson (Ashwood) have a great day. #HappyBirthday #DifferentHats

"God forbid I would put my hand up and ask for help, it wasn't in my DNA" ~ Dan Flanagan FRSA In this compelling short story episode, and just days ahead of is TED Conferences Talk at Brighton Dome. We wanted to release this transformative chapter of resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of purpose with the inspiring Dan Flanagan FRSA, founder of Dad La Soul. Through moments of profound vulnerability, he takes us into the darkness of failure, revealing the immense pressure of fatherhood and the weight of self-doubt that brought him to the brink. This story isn't just about recovering from failure; it’s about redefining success. Tune in for a raw and inspiring short story that will resonate with anyone navigating life’s challenges and striving to build something meaningful. 🔗 Link to short story in comments below 👇 Podcast Sponsored By Nostos Hove Rivervale Plus X Innovation Produced By H2 Productions Ltd Martin Leppard #Entrepreneurship #Resilience #OvercomingFailure #FatherhoodJourney #SmallBusinessTips #MentalHealthAwareness #PersonalGrowth #VulnerabilityIsStrength #BusinessChallenges #FindingPurpose #MotivationalStories #InspirationForLife #RebuildingAfterSetbacks #SuccessRedefined #LifeLessons

"Fame will come and go but success is a journey" ~ Gilberto Silva Sam had the privilege of sitting down with Brazilian football icon Gilberto Silva ahead of Strive Aid on Sunday, 17th November. Gilberto is a World Cup winner and symbol of excellence in the world’s most beloved sport, shared insights that transcend trophies and fame. For him, success is not measured by accolades or social status but by the balance we create in our lives. It’s about being a good person, cherishing moments with loved ones, and leaving a meaningful legacy. Success, according to Gilberto, is found in the quality of your relationships—spending time with your parents, knowing your children want to spend time with you, and contributing positively to the world. This conversation encapsulates the core mission of the podcast: to redefine success. Society often equates success with fame, wealth, or status, even the dictionary definition of success is the attainment of these goals, but my journey and hundreds of conversations with remarkable individuals have taught me otherwise. True success is personal and deeply human. Gilberto Silva embodies this understanding in every sense—a true gentleman and a true legend. We hope this episode challenges you to rethink what success means in your life. Together, we can shift the narrative, make mental health a priority, and inspire a world that values balance, kindness, connection and love above fame, wealth or social status. 🔗 To short story in comments below 👇 Thanks to Tim Chase and the Striver team for the opportunity, to Ryan Alfonso for filming the interview and as always: Sponsors Rivervale Plus X Innovation Nostos Hove Produced By H2 Productions Ltd Martin Leppard #DifferentHatsPodcast #MensHealth #CALM #RedefiningSuccess #LifeLessons #FootballLegend #MentalHealthMatters

🎄🎶 Holiday Cheer is Drawing Near! 🎶🎄 🎅 **"Join the fun, don’t delay, Our Christmas party’s on its way! Lights are twinkling, the spirit’s bright, We’ll make your season merry tonight! Sip the snowball, taste the treats, Deck the halls and dance to beats! Gifts and laughter, good friends too, This festive bash won’t be the same without you!"🎁✨ Bringing the West End to Brighton 💃 📅 Date: Wednesday 18th December 📍 Location: The Old Ship Hotel, Brighton ⏰ Time: 6.30pm 🎉 Don’t miss the jolliest night of the year, follow this link and book your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eQSwNsv4 CBC Members message Jackie Irving- Wilkinson (Ashwood) for your discount code Funds raised on the night in aid of Rockinghorse Children's Charity #Event #XmasParty2024

"To be successful you have to have a clear goal" ~ Stiliyan Petrov In this powerful and moving short story episode, I had the honour of speaking with Bulgarian 🇧🇬 football legend Stiliyan Petrov, just days before he joined global icons Roberto Carlos, Gilberto Silva and Jens Lehmann amongst others for Strive Aid on Sunday, 17th November, raising awareness and funds for the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM). Stiliyan opens up about his journey, redefining success not only during his stellar football career but also in the face of his battle with leukaemia. His candid reflections on what success meant to him during those challenging years are nothing short of profound. 🔑 “Success during my leukaemia battle was being alive.” Through his words, Stiliyan reminds us that: 👉 Life is not perfect, despite what social media might suggest. 👉 Vulnerability is not a weakness but a true sign of strength. 👉 Asking for help is vital—and can make all the difference. His journey and insights align deeply with my mission to create safe spaces for these conversations and to challenge societal norms. This short yet impactful conversation is a reminder that with role models like Stiliyan, we can continue changing the narrative, breaking stigmas, and championing resilience. 💡 Let this episode inspire you to embrace vulnerability, celebrate resilience, and redefine what it means to succeed. We’re all in this together 👊🎙️🧢 🔗 To episode in comments below 👇 Thanks to Tim Chase and the Striver team for the opportunity, to Ryan Alfonso for filming the interview and as always: Sponsors Rivervale Plus X Innovation Nostos Hove Produced By H2 Productions Ltd Martin Leppard #DifferentHatsPodcast #MensHealth #CALM #VulnerabilityIsStrength #RedefiningSuccess #LifeLessons #FootballLegend #MentalHealthMatters

"Powerful, emotional, insightful - this episode is all of these and more" 👇 Three Men & A Doctor: Male Fertility UNPLUGGED 🎙 NOW LIVE 🚀 Welcome to the first episode of our Unplugged Series, a raw and deeply moving conversation that stands as one of the most emotional and powerful episodes I've ever recorded. This groundbreaking episode, in collaboration with the incredible Agora Clinic, brings together three men to share their intimate journeys through fertility challenges and IVF—a topic often shrouded in silence among men but one that desperately needs to be brought into the light. Joining me at the table are Tom Webster, Kyriakos Baxevanis, and the remarkable Dr. Carole Gilling-Smith, the founder of Agora Clinic, whose expertise and compassion have been life-changing for each of us. Dr. Carole reveals staggering statistics about male fertility, offering insight into a subject that too often goes unspoken. Together, we dive into the rollercoaster of emotions that define the journey to parenthood—miscarriages, ectopic pregnancies, failed IVF cycles, and unexplained infertility. Each of us speaks openly, honestly, and vulnerably about the highs, the heartbreaks, and the resilience required to keep moving forward. This episode isn’t just about sharing stories—it’s about breaking the silence. It's about creating a safe space for men to confront and discuss one of life’s most challenging and stigmatized issues. Through these conversations, I hope to challenge societal norms, break stigmas, and inspire change. Whether you’ve faced similar struggles, know someone who has, or simply want to understand the depth of this often-overlooked topic, this episode is a must-listen. Together, let’s shine a light on men’s fertility journeys and help rewrite the narrative. This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a movement. 🔗 Link to episode in comments below Thank you to our Guest Producer Sebastian Gilling-Ulph Our Producers H2 Productions Ltd Martin Leppard Our Sponsors Nostos Hove Plus X Innovation Rivervale #InternationalMensDay #MensHealth #MensMentalHealth #FertilityAwareness #MaleFertility #IVFJourney #FertilitySupport #BreakingTheSilence #ParenthoodJourney #MenAndIVF #PodcastEpisode #UnpluggedSeries #MensFertilityTalk #OpenConversations #MentalHealthPodcast #ItsOkayToTalk #MenTalkingMentalHealth #BreakingStigmas #MensHealthMatters #SupportAndResilience #DifferentHats