You are invited to our festival of collaboration taking place on Saturday 17th May 2025 at the fabulous Eastwood Hall, Mansfield Road, Nottingham, NG16 3SS.
We are delighted to host our second
Seeds of Unlimited Success an annual family business growth summit.
Join us face to face in Nottingham or online for an action packed event for members working within a family-led enterprise or business partnership.
Do you want to scale your business without taking on challenges associated to building a business with family members or partnership?
We are delighted to invite you to our second Family Business Growth Summit.
When: Saturday 17th May, 2025
Timing: 08:30 until 17:00
Location: Eastwood Hall, Mansfield Road, Nottingham, NG16 3SS
The Seeds of Unlimited Success has already made a positive impact for those who attended our first gathering. This high energy summit is aimed at individuals, couples, partners and members within a family-run business.
We're delighted to be back at the stunning Eastwood Hall in Nottingham to host a unique event to transform challenges into opportunities and secure the future of your business legacy.
If you're joining us for the first time expect a fun-filled, action-packed day that offers something for all the family, young and older.
Lead with Confidence, Plan with Purpose
Seeds of Unlimited Success is designed specifically for family-owned businesses and legal partnerships.
We understand the unique challenges you face—and we’re here to help you overcome them. From succession planning to sustainable growth strategies, this event provides actionable insights tailored to your needs.
What to Expect:
Thank you to our Headline Sponsor, Eleri Haf Cosslett LLM, Shareholder at Silvatree Exchange Ltd
“The introduction to the event set the energy and intention for the day”.
Delegate 18th May 2024
“mmm…I’ve loved all of it! I really loved Caroline’s talk about networking, and everyone going around the room”.
Delegate 18th May 2024
“There were lots of standout moments, so proud of Vanessa-Mary. Loved the workshops, great speakers!”
Delegate 18th May 2024
ENTERPRISE ZONE
08:30 a.m.
Registration
Client Success Team
Exhibition Hall Opens
Breakfast refreshments, general networking and Exhibitor Showcase.
10:00 a.m.
Welcome: We're Back- SoUS 2025!
Vanessa-Mary
Family Well-being & Enterprise Ltd
10:15 a.m.
Welcome: Headline Sponsor
Eleri Haf Cosslett LLM
Silvatree Exchange Ltd
10:30 a.m.
Keynote Talk: The Silent Language
Speaker: Angela Richardson
Range Comms (Nottingham) Ltd
11:00 a.m.
Keynote Talk: Collaborate & Grow
Speaker: Caroline J Andrew
4Networking Online Ltd
11:30 a.m. Break
11:45 a.m.
Keynote Talk: Know Before You Sign
Speaker: Nicole Papantoniou
Silver Sponsor
De Jure Chambers
12:15 p.m. Lunch Break
1:15 p.m. Masterclasses
Success Systems & Processes
Speaker: Steve Bennett
Ascend Business Coaching Ltd
Confident Communications
Speaker: Joanne Parker
JP Communications
Legacy Starts Here
Speaker: Vanessa-Mary
Family Well-being & Enterprise Ltd
Love & Business - It's All Connected
Speaker: Lindsey Hall
Lindsey Hall Coaches
How to Use Silvatree to Scale-up
Your Family Business
Speaker: Eleri Haf Cosslett LLM
Silvatree Exchange Ltd
Leveraging AI & Technology
Speaker: To be announced
WELL-BEING ZONE
2:15 p.m. Break
2.30 p.m.
Keynote Talk: Turning Setbacks Into Opportunities - Dr Pretty Basra
Healthcare - Mentoring and Empowering Women
Don't miss this inspirational talk where
Dr Pretty Basra will share how she has turned challenges into triumphs. Including her rational for purchasing a business without any prior experience.
Dr Pretty will leave you will powerful insights
on bouncing back stronger after challenges such as rejection, financial hurdles and imposter syndrome.
3:00 p.m.
Leader's Panel Financial Well-being: Leadership Lessons
Facilitator: Geoff Smith
Ambitious leaders will benefit from listening to our panel discussion to learn from successful family-led enterprises and partnerships.
3:00 p.m.
Emotional Awareness Masterclass
Speaker: Kay Reeve
Emotional Awareness Expert
3.00 p.m.
Personal Well-being: Practical Session
Take time out for your self care.
We have an uplifting well-being class waiting for you.
4:15 p.m.
Keynote Talk : Life-Work Synergy: Creating Your Own Blend
Vanessa-Mary
Family Well-being & Enterprise Ltd
Balancing the demands of running a family business, nurturing personal relationships, and prioritising your health can feel like a juggling act.
In this empowering closing talk, Vanessa-Mary will explore how to move beyond the elusive concept of work-life “balance” and instead create synergy—where all areas of your life work harmoniously to support each other.
4:45 p.m.
Closing Thoughts & Thank You
Vanessa-Mary, Hostess
Family Well-being & Enterprise Ltd
Eleri Haf Cosslett LLM, Main Sponsor
Silvatree Exchange Ltd
5.15 p.m.
Evening Networking & Music
Vanessa-Mary, Founder
Family Well-being & Enterprise Ltd.
Keynote talk: Life-work Synergy - Creating Your Own Blend
Do you know how shift your alignment to amplify your magnetism?
Vanessa-Mary is an inspiring an uplifting Well-being & Lifestyle Coach. She is passionate about personal development and holistically supporting the well-being of founders and aspiring leaders.
Vanessa-Mary's practical approach to well-being and enterprise will support you to raise your confidence and clarity. Accessing her programme will leave you feeling energised and focused so you continue to flourish in your family life and enterprise activities.
After working as a Well-being & Lifestyle Coach for over a decade, Vanessa-Mary has supported many men, women and families to live a healthy active lifestyle.
Vanessa-Mary welcomes new and returning faces to our second family business growth summit.
Join us at this year's summit, where Vanessa-Mary has gathered another talented team of expert trainers.
Each speaker, leader and exhibitor will contribute to our high vibe action day, combining talks and workshops on health, well-being and relationships.
Your ticket also provides you with 90 Days access to our resources and events included in our foundation membership package (value £51).
Eleri Haf Cosslett LLM
Social Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and Shareholder, Silvatree Exchange Ltd.
Headline Sponsor & Keynote Speaker
Masterclass: How to Use Silvatree to Scale-up
Your Family Business
Are you looking to increase your turnover and improve the cashflow within your small business?
We are honored to have a powerhouse leader, Eleri Haf Cosslett LLM as our Headline Sponsor, Keynote Speaker and member of the Leader's Panel.
Eleri is a serial entrepreneur and international corporate lawyer by trade, speaking five languages, including Russian and Welsh, her mother tongue.
Eleri is a shareholder and leader within the Silvatree community. This is a unique fast growing movement of entrepreneurs, built around the philosophy that the future of business will empower leaders to fund your business without using cash.
Eleri is a mother and a powerful energy vortex, knowing no boundaries, her strength, determination and hope coalesce to supercharge businesses and those wanting to set them up to horizons beyond their wildest dreams.
Don't miss this chance to learn from Eleri's remarkable experience by attending her Masterclass. Eleri will also contribute key insights to this year's Leadership Panel.
To find out more about the Silvatree Marketplace follow the link below.
Angela Richardson, Director
Range Comms (Nottingham) Ltd.
Keynote talk: The Silent Language
Do you struggle to make a lasting impression? Don't miss out on hearing the secrets of a confident communication and powerful body language!
We are grateful and delighted to have Angela Richardson back with us as event compere. Angela is a proud mother of three adults and her adorable fur baby. In her role as a business owner, Angela founded her telecoms company in 2007.
Angela has a fascination with non-verbal communication and the art of expressing herself without words.
In her keynote talk, Angela uses her knowledge and expertise in communication, sales and her awareness of body language.
Angela's session is perfect for family-led owners and leaders within a partnership looking to elevate their communication game.
To find out more about Angela's services follow the link below.
Caroline J Andrew, Managing Director
4N Networking Online Ltd.
Keynote talk: Collaboration for Growth
Get ready to unlock the Power of Partnerships in your Family Business.
We are delighted to have Caroline J Andrew back in the room with us. Caroline's session will set the energy of the first part of the day with another interactive networking themed session.
This interactive session will provide you with actionable tools to foster collaboration. You will leave with fresh ideas on how to create a culture of trust, respect, and shared goals within your family-led business.
Don't miss your opportunity to learn from Caroline, a brilliant communicator who with a sharp ability to bring teams together.
We are also very grateful for Caroline's support for the event as a BRONZE SPONSOR for the event.
To find out more about Caroline's services follow the link below.
Nicole Papantoniou, Barrister (np)
De Jure Chambers
Silver Sponsor
Keynote talk: Know Before Your Sign
We are excited Nicole Papantoniou will be with us to share her guidance and knowledge on key aspects of commerical law. Nicole has a wide range of legal experience, which includes her role as a Certified Mediator.
In her keynote talk, Nicole will give examples on whys written agreements are needed within family-led business to avoid commercial litigation in the event of disputes.
This talk will leave you filled with confidence about the right legal protection required to secure the future of your family-led business.
We are also very grateful for Nicole's support for the event as a BRONZE SPONSOR for the event.
To find out more about Nicole's services follow the link below.
Steven Bennett, Director
Ascend Business Coaching Ltd.
Masterclass: Potential Minus Commitment, Equals Nothing
Get ready to leave chaos and feel in control by building systems that keep your business running.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by inefficiencies in your business? Discover the right systems and processes to revolutionise your operations and boost your bottom line!
We are delighted that Steve Bennett, a renowned transformative coach known for empowering leaders to unlock their full potential will be speaking at this year's Family Business Growth Summit!
Join Steve Bennett's masterclass to take a look into business structure and how to make sure the systems and procedures are relevant to your business, and can make you sustainable and profitable. Your commitment to the way your business is run, should give you rewards for the effort.
Steve will combine his 20 years experience of running successful businesses with his coaching skills to lead our masterclass on systems and processes.
Steve is also a member of our first Leader's Panel where he will share insights from his experience of starting and growing a successful business. Get ready to be inspired to take action!
Join us to discover how the right systems and processes can revolutionise your operations and boost your bottom line!
To find out more about Steve's services follow the link below.
Lindsey Hall, Business Owner
Lindsey Hall Coaches
Masterclass: Love and Business: It’s All Connected
How Your Intimate Life Impacts Your Business Success.
Family businesses and partnerships thrive on strong relationships—but what happens when personal and professional lives collide?
It's a pleasure to have Lindsey Hall's contribution back in the room with us again for another year.
Lindsey is a Divorce, Relationship and Intimacy Coach. Using her lived experience of divorce and co-parenting. She successfully supports her clients to strengthen their relationships, starting with themselves and then with others.
In doing so, Lindsey's framework empowers her clients to show up in their lives bolder, brighter, empowered and connected to their true essence. This results in healthier and happier relationships.
Don't miss this masterclass to guide you through handling the complexities of divorce and strained relationships while safeguarding your business legacy.
To find out more about Lindsey's services follow the link below.
Joanne Parker, Founder
Joanne Parker Communications
Masterclass: Unlocking the Power of Communications
Master the Art of Storytelling for Family Business Success!
Clear communication isn’t just a skill—it’s the foundation of trust, collaboration, and growth in family businesses.
Joanne Parker is a seasoned communication expert and the founder of Joanne Parker Communications. With over 30 years of experience, Joanne has dedicated her career to helping businesses and organisations tell their stories in impactful ways. Specialising in corporate communications, change management, and crisis communications, she has worked with numerous companies committed to making a social or environmental difference.
Joanne has become a key member of our external team. We are delighted that Joanne will be back to showcase her extensive knowledge and expertise.
Join us and take great notes in Joanne's masterclass where you will discover how to articulate your unique business story effectively.
To find out more about Joanne's services follow the link below.
Kay Reeeve, Author
Emotional Well-being Expert
Masterclass: Elevate Your Emotional Awareness
We are delighted to have the energy and wisdom of Kay Reeve with us this year.
Kay Reeve, an Emotional Awareness Expert, author, and TEDx speaker, is dedicated to improving emotional well-being. She writes self-help books and mindfulness guides for teens, parents, and educators.
Kay’s journey began by supporting her son with ASD and emotional trauma, inspiring her to develop visual strategies for understanding emotions. Her books like Brain Unchained and Darker than Dark emphasise recovery, growth, and empowerment.
Are you ready to dive deep into your emotions and learn how to navigate them at a core level? Join Kay to explore emotions in colour. SEE how to understand and manage your own feelings or support others. Perfect for boosting personal growth, through to leadership skills - supporting staff, families, and friends.
To find out more about Kay's services follow the link below.
Dr Pretty Basra, Director
Healthcare - Mentoring and Empowering Women
Keynote talk: Turning Setbacks Into Opportunities
We are honored to have Dr Pretty Basra, with us this year as our inspirational speaker and member of the Leader's Panel.
Dr Pretty is a CEO & Founder in the healthcare sector who has successfully built small businesses to 5 and 6 figure businesses.
She is now supporting other small, family owned businesses to grow through personal branding, marketing and mentoring.
Dr Pretty is an optometrist, aesthetic injector, business owner of three enterprises, podcast host, wife, mum and serial go-getter.
One of Dr Pretty's biggest beliefs is that nothing is impossible – it’s a core principle that has pulled her through some tough times in life, especially as a young female entrepreneur.
Now, Dr Pretty is on a mission to share her journey and help other small business owners realise and achieve their full potential.
Don't miss this opportunity to hear how this remarkable leader is making a positive impact and creating a legacy!
To find out more about Pretty's services follow the link below.
Our one day action packed summit features an extensive lineup of men and women who are thriving within the business sector.
Keynote Talk
The Silent Language
Angela Richardson, Director of Range Comms, will share an another insightful talk to set the tone for the day. You will leave with top tips to support you to understand the power of body language in business and family life.
Keynote Talk
Collaborate and Grow
Caroline J Andrew, Director of
4N Business Networking will deliver another interactive session. You will leave with actionable tools to foster collaboration and create a culture of trust, respect, and shared goals in your business and family life.
Keynote Talk
Know Before You Sign
Nicole Papantoniou, a Legal Consultant at Jure Chambers, will share her expertise from across a range of industries, where she has handled complex contract disputes, breach of agreement claims, and commercial litigation. You will with confidence about the right legal protection required to secure the future of your family-led business.
Session 1
Potential Minus Commitment, Equals Nothing
Gain more clarity about your next steps in this masterclass delivered by Steven Bennett, Director at Ascend Business Coaching Ltd.
This interactive masterclass provides you with an chance to take a look into business structure to see how to make sure your systems and procedures are relevant to your business. Understanding this can make your enterprise sustainable and profitable.
Your commitment to the way your business is run, should give you rewards for the effort.
Session 2
Unlocking the Power of Communications
Dominate the industry with your external communications in this masterclass led by Joanne Parker, Founder at Joanne Parker Communications.
Discover how effective communication can transform your family-run business. In this engaging and interactive workshop, communication expert Joanne Parker will share insights and practical strategies to help you strengthen relationships, manage challenges, and align your messaging to support business growth.
Whether you’re navigating family dynamics or reaching out to customers, this session will equip you with tools to unlock the full potential of your communications and take your business to the next level.
Session 3
Legacy Starts Here
Get ready to be inspired in this masterclass delivered by Vanessa-Mary, Founder at
Family Well-being & Enterprise Ltd.
In the fast-paced world of family business, your most valuable asset isn’t your bottom line—it’s you. This session dives into the transformative power of personal development and how it directly impacts your leadership, relationships, and long-term success.
Take the first step toward becoming the best version of yourself—because when you grow, everything around you grows too.
Session 4
Love and Business:
It’s All Connected —
Don't miss this masterclass delivered by Lindsey Hall, owner at Lindsey Hall Coaches.
In this session, Lindsey will show you how your intimate life impacts your business success.
Your business and personal life are more interconnected than you might think. The health of your intimate relationships directly influences your focus, decision-making, and overall performance at work. Whether your partner is part of your business or not, understanding and improving these dynamics can lead to greater success in both arenas.
Session 5
How to Use Silvatree to Scale-up Your Family Business
Don't miss this session led by
Eleri Haf Cosslett LLM
Social Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and Shareholder SilvaTree Exchange Ltd.
Are you aware of the modern way of doing business yet? We are delighted to have an opportunity to Introduce you to, Silvatree: The Future of Business.
In this session you will discover an innovate way to fund your business without using cash.
Session 6
Leveraging AI & Technology
Speaker to be announced.
Financial Well-being:
Leader's Panel
Leadership Lessons
Join us for an exclusive panel conversation facilitated by Geoffrey Smith with experienced business leaders Linda Booth, Steve Bennett and Dr Pretty Basra.
Other leaders to be announced.
Don't miss your chance to learn from legendary trailblazers behind some of the most successful family-owned businesses.
Well-being Zone
Session 7
Elevate Your Emotional Awareness
Don't miss this masterclass delivered by Kay Reeve, author, and TEDx speaker.
Physical Well-being
Practical Sessions
Well-being Zone
Take an opportunity to focus on your physical and mental well-being in one of our 60 minute practical sessions.
Keynote Talk
Turning Setbacks Into Opportunities
We are delighted to be joined by Dr Pretty Basra, a passionate advocate for women in entrepreneurship.
Dr Pretty Basra will share how she has turned challenges into triumphs. Including her rational for purchasing a business during the lockdown, without experience.
You will leave with powerful insights on bouncing back stronger after challenges such as rejection, financial hurdles and imposter syndrome.
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