“In a world full of darkness, be the light”

“In a world full of darkness, be the light”

Melissa Bandtock is the founder of lighting specialist lumière which offers a bespoke illumination service for both retail and trade customers. Having launched her business in lockdown she certainly knows how to stay agile, resilient and ultimately creative in business. Eileen Leahy discovers more about Melissa’s passion for what she does and why she wants…

Leaders of the future
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Leaders of the future

These local young entrepreneurs are thriving in their particular professional fields. Here they tell us what drives their work ethic, who inspires them – and how they ensure they look after themselves to stay on top of their game… Tom Pelling, co-owner, The P2 Collective I hold NVQ Level 1, 2, and 3 in Hairdressing…

“We’re very ambitious about growth”
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“We’re very ambitious about growth”

Nick Gabay is Head of Corporate & Commercial at Thackray Williams – one of the South East’s leading law firms which specialises in both private and business law. Here the Tunbridge Wells resident tells Eileen Leahy about his key role within the company, and how it is on an exciting trajectory to accelerate its impressive…

All in the detail…
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All in the detail…

Matt Hill founded Private Medical Insurance Brokers in 2023 and since then he has seen his independent firm steadily grow thanks to its mission of offering the best bespoke health advice. Here he tells Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine why he launched his own company and how it can guarantee clients the finest customer experience… So…

A revolutionary approach
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A revolutionary approach

Just over two years ago Maryna Cole launched her business Aesthetics Retreat here in Tunbridge Wells. As well as offering exclusive groundbreaking cosmeceutical treatments, Maryna has since qualified as a regenerative medicine aesthetician aiding the internationally renowned surgeon Darryl Coombes with his post-operative work. Here Maryna tells us more about her business and the unique…

Building on success

Building on success

The beleaguered former cinema site in the heart of Tunbridge Wells is finally being developed after two long decades. Eileen Leahy spoke to Will Bax, CEO of Retirement Villages Group about how it will be breathing new life into this area of town courtesy of a stylish new housing and community development Anyone who has…

On the money: 
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On the money: 

award-winning international payments for local businesses At the Finance Hub we are expertly placed to offer a variety of financial solutions for businesses and individuals. International payments and foreign exchange is one of the many areas where we can provide expertise and support through our partnership with Currencies Direct. Read on to discover more… Currencies…

Legal duty
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Legal duty

After revealing a slick new rebrand at the start of July, CooperBurnett’s co-leaders Joseph Oates and Victoria Sampson invited Eileen Leahy to their smart central Tunbridge Wells offices to talk about their successful law firm – and how the company’s new look is already helping it to further stand out from the crowd… CooperBurnett LLP…