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18/12/2025

⚽ Making a difference beyond the pitch

Bath City FC Foundation is doing incredible work using football to bring people together, support wellbeing, and strengthen communities across Bath & North East Somerset. 💚

In our latest case study, we share their journey, celebrate their impact, and highlight how tailored business support helped them build confidence, sharpen their messaging, and plan for the future.

👉 Take a moment to read their story and see what’s possible with the right support.

Follow the link in the comments to read about their success!

17/12/2025

💡 Networking Wednesday: Your Best Business Lesson

Running a business is one big learning curve.
This week, we want to know:

👉 What’s the most valuable lesson your business has taught you so far?
A win, a mistake, a mindset shift — something you wish you’d known earlier.

Share your lesson in the comments and help another business owner who might need to hear it today. 💬✨

Let’s learn from each other and grow together. 🤝

16/12/2025

✨ New year, fresh focus ✨
Starting a new year in business can feel exciting — and a little overwhelming. If you’re ready to move forward with clarity and confidence, these 5 simple tips will help you reflect, refocus, and build momentum for the year ahead.

And remember — you don’t have to do it alone. 💚 Cool Ventures is here to support you every step of the way.

Which tip are you starting with? 👇

12/12/2025

✨🎄 12 Days of Businesses – Day 12: Share and Repair

Today we’re celebrating Share and Repair , a brilliant Bath-based charity on a mission to reduce waste, save money, and build a more sustainable community — one repaired item at a time.

Share and Repair joined our Universal Business Support (UBS) Programme, accessing tailored 1–2–1 guidance to strengthen their operations, refine their strategy, and support the continued growth of their much-loved community services, including the Repair Café, Library of Things, and HOW TO Workshops.

Their dedication to empowering local people — by helping them repair, borrow, and reuse rather than buy new — is making a huge impact across Bath and the wider area.

🌟 What Share and Repair has achieved:
• Expanded access to affordable, sustainable alternatives to buying new
• Continued growing their Repair Cafés and Library of Things
• Strengthened long-term planning through our 1–2–1 business support
• Increased community engagement around repair, reuse, and sustainability
• Helped hundreds of residents save money and reduce their environmental footprint

Share and Repair are a shining example of how community-led action can spark meaningful change — and we’re proud to support their mission to make Bath greener, kinder, and more resourceful.

11/12/2025

✨🎄 12 Days of Businesses – Day 11: The HR Dept

Today we’re celebrating The Hr Dept (Bristol) Ltd , an outstanding local business dedicated to helping organisations create supportive, compliant, and people-focused workplaces.

They first joined us through our UBS Programme and later our Carbon Reduction Accelerator, where they explored ways to reduce their environmental impact and embed greener practices into their operations. Their commitment to sustainability — alongside their strong HR expertise — makes them a fantastic example of a business taking a holistic approach to responsible growth.

Following their work on carbon reduction, The HR Dept has also become a valued delivery partner, now running our HR Essentials Programme to help small businesses across the region strengthen their HR processes, develop their people, and build confident leadership foundations.

🌟 What The HR Dept has achieved:
• Embedded sustainability learnings through the Carbon Reduction Accelerator
• Continued to support the region’s shift toward greener business practices
• Delivered our HR Essentials Programme with expert knowledge and practical guidance
• Helped local SMEs build stronger teams and better workplace cultures
• Demonstrated leadership in both sustainability and people development

We’re proud to celebrate The HR Dept today — not only for their own progress, but for the invaluable support they now provide to other growing businesses in our community.

Stay tuned for tomorrow’s festive business spotlight! 🎄✨

10/12/2025

✨🎄 12 Days of Businesses – Day 10: Best life Companions – Emma Doney

Today we’re celebrating Best Life Companions, founded by the compassionate and dedicated Emma Doney, whose mission is to help people live fuller, happier, more independent lives.

Emma joined our Scale Up Programme earlier this year, bringing her growing business and big ambitions to the table. Through personalised 1–2–1 mentoring, she’s been strengthening her strategy, building confidence in her decision-making, and putting smart systems in place to support sustainable growth.

And her progress has been inspiring. 🌟
Emma continues to expand her services and impact, supporting individuals across the community with warmth, professionalism, and heart.

🌟 What Emma has achieved:
• Developed a clearer growth strategy for Best Life Companions
• Strengthened her business operations to support scaling
• Gained confidence and clarity through tailored 1–2–1 mentoring
• Continued growing a trusted, highly valued support service
• Built strong foundations for expanding her team and services

Emma’s dedication to improving the lives of others shines through every part of her business — and it’s been a privilege to support her as Best Life Companions continues to thrive.

Stay tuned for tomorrow’s business spotlight! ✨

09/12/2025

✨🎄 12 Days of Businesses – Day 9: Seedling

Today we’re shining a festive spotlight on Seedling, a purpose-driven business that’s putting sustainability at the heart of everything they do — and helping others do the same.

Seedling joined our B Corp Programme, working closely with our experts to strengthen their social and environmental practices, refine their policies, and build long-term frameworks for responsible, ethical growth. Thanks to their hard work and commitment, they have now officially submitted their B Corp application — an exciting milestone as they continue their journey toward certification. 💚✨

But Seedling’s impact reaches far beyond their own business.
They also run the Carbon Reduction Accelerator, a programme supporting local organisations in understanding their carbon footprint, building measurable reduction strategies, and taking meaningful climate-positive action. Their leadership in this space is helping businesses across South Gloucestershire and Bath and North East Somerset grow more sustainably and confidently.

🌟 What Seedling has achieved:
• Submitted their full B Corp application
• Strengthened governance, environmental, and social impact practices
• Developed robust systems for long-term sustainability
• Supported other businesses in reducing their carbon footprint via the Carbon Reduction Accelerator
• Continued championing climate-conscious growth across the region

Seedling’s journey shows just how powerful values-driven leadership can be — inspiring change within their own business and across the wider community. 🌍💫

Stay tuned for tomorrow’s business spotlight!

08/12/2025

✨🎄 12 Days of Businesses – Day 8: Hero Cards – Dr Emmie Fulton

Today we’re celebrating the creativity and determination behind Hero Cards , founded by the inspiring Dr Emmie Fulton — a business owner dedicated to helping families spark meaningful conversations and build emotional resilience together.

Emmie joined our Universal Business Support (UBS) Programme, where she gained clarity, confidence, and direction as she developed the concept for Hero Cards. Through 1–2–1 guidance, she refined her ideas, strengthened her business planning, and prepared for a successful launch.

And now, exciting things are on the horizon… 🌟
Hero Cards isn’t launched yet, but Emmie is gearing up for a Kickstarter campaign going live in mid-January, offering exclusive 50% off pre-orders for early supporters! The full launch will follow in Spring 2026 when the Hero Cards website goes live.

✨ What Emmie has achieved so far:
• Developed a thoughtful, purpose-led product to support families
• Built a clear launch strategy with expert support
• Gained confidence in her business direction
• Prepared for Kickstarter and full launch in 2026

If you’d love to support Emmie’s mission — or be first to access early-bird pricing — you can follow Hero Cards and sign up for updates via the landing page below. 💚
👉 Link in ’s Instagram bio

We’re so excited to see Hero Cards come to life in 2026!

07/12/2025

✨🎄 12 Days of Businesses – Day 7: Commercial Cleaning Somerset

Today we’re shining a light on Commercial Cleaning Somerset Ltd and their dedicated Operations Manager, Juliet, whose determination and leadership have played a key role in driving the company’s growth over the past year. 🧽✨

Juliet first engaged with us through our Thrive Programme, where she helped strengthen the foundations of the business. Since then, she has continued to push the company forward — recently helping secure a major tender that has opened up exciting new opportunities for expansion.

To support this next stage of growth, Juliet joined our Growth Programme, working 1–2–1 with our business coach to develop strategy, plan sustainably, and gain confidence in managing an expanding team and operation.

🌟 What Juliet has helped the business achieve:
• Secured a significant new tender to fuel growth
• Strengthened internal structures to support scaling
• Increased clarity around planning, pricing, and operations
• Continued building a trusted, high-quality cleaning service across Somerset

Juliet’s journey reflects how strong leadership, focus, and the right support can help a business move from strength to strength — and we’re thrilled to be part of this bath businesses ongoing success.

If you’re ready to grow your business in 2026, our fully funded support can help you get there too.

06/12/2025

✨🎄 12 Days of Businesses Day 6 - Anthony Brookes Surveys

Today we’re celebrating the impressive progress of Anthony Brookes Surveys, a dedicated and growing business specialising in high-quality surveying services.

Directors Phil and Andrew joined our Scale Up Programme to strengthen their strategic direction, streamline operations, and build the foundations needed for sustainable growth. Throughout the programme, they have worked closely with our business coach to gain clarity, confidence, and a stronger long-term vision for the business.

🌟 What Anthony Brookes Surveys has achieved so far:

• Developed a clearer and more strategic growth plan
• Strengthened internal processes to support scaling
• Gained confidence in leadership and decision-making
• Built momentum toward expanding the business sustainably

The Companies commitment to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional service has made them an absolute pleasure to work with — and we’re excited to support the next chapter of their growth journey.

If you’re ready to scale your business with expert, fully funded support, our Scale Up Programme can help you move forward with confidence.

05/12/2025

✨🎄 12 Days of Businesses Day 5 - Bath & West Community Energy

Today we’re celebrating the inspiring progress of Bath & West Community Energy - BWCE — a brilliant organisation driving positive environmental and social impact across our region. 🌍⚡

BWCE joined our Growth Programme, working closely with our business coach Natasha Bye to strengthen their strategic direction and support the next stage of their development. While the programme is still ongoing, their commitment to learning, adapting, and moving forward has already created real momentum.

🌟 What BWCE is achieving:
• Developing their organisational strategy with greater clarity
• Strengthening internal processes to support long-term growth
• Building confidence and direction through tailored 1–2–1 support
• Continuing to deliver impactful community energy projects across the area
• Growing their membership through investment in their share programme — aiming to raise £440,000 by December 2025

It’s been fantastic to support a team so dedicated to making a difference — and we’re excited to see how their journey continues as the programme progresses.

If your organisation is also working towards growth, our fully funded support can help you take the next step with confidence.

04/12/2025

✨🎄 12 Days of Businesses Day 4 - Betsy Francis — Grounded Socials

Today we’re celebrating the wonderful Betsy Francis, founder of Grounded Socials — and a brilliant example of how business growth can come full circle. 🌿✨

With over six years of experience in social media and marketing, Betsy specialises in helping wellness destinations — from spas and saunas to boutique stays — through strategic, beautifully crafted digital marketing to increase their bookings.

Betsy joined our Universal Business Support (UBS) Programme, where she worked 1–2–1 with our team to strengthen her strategy, refine her offer, and build confidence in the direction of her growing business.

And her journey since then has been inspiring…

🌟 What Betsy has achieved:
• Elevated her brand and niche, focusing on wellness destinations
• Delivered stunning campaigns across social media, email marketing & ads
• Grown her client base with clarity and direction
• And — something we’re incredibly proud of — she now supports Cool Ventures by delivering sessions to help other businesses thrive

Seeing a client become part of our delivery team is a true testament to her expertise, dedication, and the value of investing in your business journey.

We’re honoured to have played a part in her growth — and even more honoured to work alongside her. 💚

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