February 2023 Case studies

“Business Wales gave me structure, my adviser kept me accountable and led me in the right direction.” Tomasz Szymczak’s had the idea to run his own household waste collection and recycling business, hoping to seek the benefits of being his own boss. With no business plan or structure, Tomasz contacted Business Wales to ensure he could run the business efficiently and legally. His adviser informed him on how to make the business legal with a...

“Without my business advisors help, Bryn Glamping would not be where it is today.” Huw Rodgers wanted to setup his own glamping business in the tranquil countryside in Bridgend, but soon realised he would benefit from advice to create a business plan in order to start his new business. Huw reached out to Business Wales for support, working with an experienced start-up adviser to develop a business plan and cashflow forecast. Subsequently he was successful...

“I am very grateful to receive financial support from Business Wales. This gives me an incentive to develop my business.” Yevgeniia Vradii’s held a successful career in Ukraine as a professional photographer since 2010. Her circumstances dramatically changed when the war in Ukraine began, forcing Yevgeniia to sell her camera to cover the costs of travelling with her family to the UK. After a few months of adapting to her new life and receiving support...

“We work with Business Wales on many different levels and I can only encourage other companies to seek their expertise.” With Airflo Fishing Products relying primarily on exporting their products, sales director Gareth Jones became concerned about sales slowing down, due to policy changes around importing and exporting after Brexit took place. For the business to prepare and respond effectively to the new developments, Gareth sought professional exporting advice from Business Wales. Gareth has now...