American coffee chain boss Gerry Ford reveals he dreamt up the idea for Continental-style bars in Britain while writing up notes for his PhD in cafes across Europe.
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Leading entrepreneurs honoured at everywoman awards
Friday, December 9th, 2011Founders of a dance business, a vet and a campervan firm were among the inspirational women to win everywoman awards this week at The Dorchester, Park Lane.
Sweet Freedom Q&A
Sunday, December 4th, 2011Trying to bake cakes that Deborah Pyner’s diabetic husband could enjoy inspired Deborah and her friend Tina Michelucci to come up with a recipe for a natural sugar alternative, Sweet Freedom.
Gambian lawyer set to take top global role at International Criminal Court
Thursday, December 1st, 2011Fatou Bensouda is tipped to become chief prosecutor at the International Criminla Court – the first woman to hold one of the world’s top legal posts.
Victoria Beckham wins top fashion gong
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011An emotional Victoria Beckham broke down in tears as she picked up a top gong at British fashion’s most prestigious awards ceremony.
M&S Clothing boss Kate Bostock tipped for move
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011She was overlooked for the M&S ceo job and is often overshadowed by male bosses. But M&S executive director Kate Bostock is arguably the most powerful woman on the High Street and she looks ready for a top job on her own.
Victor in battle for Northern Rock faces an uphill struggle to increase its market foothold
Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011It’s a tall order, but the question being asked of Virgin Money boss Jayne-Anne Gadhia is, can she change the face of British banking?
