Mallows Beverages
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Raising the Bar: How Mallows Beverages became a Welsh success story with Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme support

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"The Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme gave us the tools to scale strategically, seize new opportunities, and deliver success on our terms."

Mallows Beverages, a Tonyrefail-based premium beverage company, has built a reputation for quality and innovation in the competitive food and drink sector. The company has scaled rapidly, earning industry recognition and expanding its global reach. Behind this success lies a strategic partnership with the Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme (BWAGP), which provides tailored support in financial planning, international market expansion, and operational strategy. Here, co-founder Andy Mallows shares the company's story and explains the BWAGP's...
Business Wales Start-Up Accelerator Programme announces award-winning entrepreneurs
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Business Wales Start-Up Accelerator Programme announces award-winning entrepreneurs

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The Business Wales Start-Up Accelerator Programme, part of the Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme (BWAGP), has announced the winners of its latest awards, celebrating entrepreneurs who have demonstrated exceptional progress and creativity.

The Start-Up Accelerator supports early-stage businesses in Wales with high growth potential, helping them refine their business models, build sales pipelines and secure investment. Over the years, BWAGP has supported founders who have gone on to raise millions in investment, scale internationally and create thousands of jobs across Wales. The current cohort brought together 13 entrepreneurs for an intensive 10-week programme that helped them transform innovative ideas into thriving businesses with access to expert mentors...
Virtual Ward Technologies
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Virtual Ward Technologies: Transforming healthcare with Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme support

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"The Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme has helped us navigate the complex journey from innovation to commercialisation.”

Virtual Ward Technologies (VWT) is at the forefront of healthcare transformation, facilitating a transition from hospital care to home-based health management. Its pioneering platform integrates advanced sensor technology, cloud computing, and medical expertise to deliver early intervention and personalised care for patients in the comfort of their own homes. The Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme (BWAGP) has supported VWT's growth, helping to transform its ambitious vision into a scalable, market-ready solution. Professor Rhys Thomas, founder...
EmWill Care
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Empowering caregivers: EmWill Care’s journey through the Business Wales Start-Up Accelerator Programme

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“The programme has transformed my confidence as a founder. It has given me the tools to grow EmWill Care into a business capable of making a real difference in dementia care worldwide.”

The Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme Start-Up Accelerator supports entrepreneurs in developing their businesses. Over 12 weeks, participants receive expert mentorship, tailored business workshops and networking opportunities to turn their ideas into scalable businesses. Among this year’s standout participants was Dr Emma Williams, a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst and Founder of EmWill Care. With over 27 years of experience in the care sector, Emma has created a product that combines behavioural science in dementia care...
Bearhug
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Empowering movement, transforming lives: Bearhug’s journey to success with Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme Support

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"The Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme has been a game-changer for Bearhug. The programme’s guidance in refining our strategy and expanding our capabilities saved our business during challenging times and positioned us for long-term success."

Bearhug, a Pontypool-based business specialising in bamboo joint supports and muscle sleeves, has carved a niche in the sports injury and recovery market. Founded in 2016, Bearhug uses innovative bamboo technology, renowned for its anti-inflammatory properties, to produce high-quality supports designed to help anyone, regardless of age or background move and recover from injury confidently. Bearhug’s story is one of resilience and adaptability, highlighting the impact of strategic, tailored business support. Innovation and determination enabled...

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