October 2020 Case Studies and News

Ensuring other businesses remain secure and people stay safe is at the heart of what Wrexham-based Parallel Security does. The firm, founded by managing director Francis Johnson in 2014, has enjoyed some robust growth in its six or so years of existence. With an ambitious plan for further expansion, the business is enjoying some exciting times. From door supervision to events security and commercial cleaning, Parallel Security has quickly become a trusted brand. Here, Francis...

From humble beginnings on a family farm to one of the UK's best-known mineral water brands – the journey of Radnor Hills is fascinating, and a Welsh success story to celebrate. The business has positioned itself to take advantage of the growth in the soft drinks sector and has won many prestigious contracts along the way. Here Radnor Hills' Penny Butler tells us how it all started, the pitfalls they have encountered along the way...

Entrepreneurship is not just about starting a new business. Sometimes, it can be about taking over a company you already work in and taking it on a new journey. Management buyouts (MBO) are one way to unlock untapped skills and expertise within a company to help fulfil commercial potential. For Vikki Byrne and Lydia Owen, their management buyout of OSP Healthcare has been an exciting challenge. Here, the business partners tell the story of OSP...

The best start-up firms in Wales were honoured at a virtual awards ceremony on Thursday 1st October 2020, with the overall title going to sustainable pet brand Project Blu. Cardiff-based Project Blu is revolutionising the pet accessories market by transforming polluting materials, including fishing nets, ocean bound plastic, leather waste and recycled clothes, into pet products such as dog beds, collars, leashes and toys. Project Blu has already received support from Mars Petcare and was...