Made in Bury Brunch Club Members
DEBI FELLONE – MADE IN BURY
Managing Director of Made in Bury Limited.
Previous life as International Product Director in the Sports and Fashion Industry, responsible for all branded clothing design, sourcing and manufacturing.
As Managing Partner of Made in Bury Limited, I host the Brunch Club in association with BusinessLodge, Brunch Club is an exclusive ladies only, business networking club.
I also help new start up businesses through The Made in Bury Business Academy, helping 20 new start up businesses each year.
Founder of the Made in Bury Weekly £2,000 Draw, which is a not-for-profit initiative which supports the Business Academy and provides interest free loans for businesses in the borough.
On a personal note I have 2 kids and a passion for Gin, Prosecco, Shoes and Dogs!
KATE HOLT – BUSINESSLODGE
Managing Director of BusinessLodge, Bury.
BusinessLodge offers flexible office space, of various sizes, in a modern environment and superb on-site support and facilities management, plus meeting and conference room hire and full virtual office support services.
Along with Debi Fellone I run the Bury Brunch Club.
20 years’ experience in the serviced office industry – previously having worked as an Area Director for both MWB Business Exchange and Regus – the portfolio for those businesses included Bury BusinessLodge. Master’s Degree in Sport and Leisure Management.
Personal passions include sport (cricket, hockey, football to name a few) – my cricket claim to fame being part of the Junior England squad (many years ago)….dogs….and Prosecco!
SARA BEAUMONT – WHN SOLICITORS
Sara Beaumont is a Partner at Woodcocks Haworth & Nuttall Solicitors, specialising in Commercial Dispute Resolution. Woodcocks Haworth & Nuttall employs over 100 specialists across seven locations in Greater Manchester and Lancashire. We have teams of specialist, friendly lawyers committed to delivering outstanding results and service to businesses, individuals and families.
Sara joined the firm in 2006 as a trainee, qualified as a solicitor in 2008 and became a Partner of the firm on 2015.
She has significant expertise in defending commercial interests, and has acted for a range of clients from sole traders to national PLCs. She provides legal advice on a variety of contractual disputes including those relating to insolvency and intellectual property and also leads the firm’s debt recovery team.
NICOLA CAMPBELL – LNK MOTORS
LNK Motors is run by husband and wife, Paul and Nicola Campbell. Nicola plays Netball, a mum of two and a passionate prosecco drinker.
Customer Service is paramount to LNK Motors! They check their prices daily to ensure that they are offering the best value for money for their consumers. They have received over 300 positive reviews over the past 12 months and customers love their free giveaways! They are enthusiastic and determined to become the best showroom within Bury borough and receive positive feedback on a regular basis.
LNK Motors have signed up with two very different finance companies and are in the position to offer all of their customers the very best option, this includes the lowest rates possible and pay as you go payment plans for customers with poor credit history.
They have recently attended an Autotrader Masterclass to ensure they are following the very best practice and are constantly developing. LNK Motors are delighted that they were part of Autotrader’s presentation for the structure LNK Motors have as a business. Following the FCA guidelines for complaint procedures in order to comply with Consumer Credit Licence.
After some serious research, they are confident that there is/are no other used car dealerships that offer the package of give-aways that they advertising with on their vehicles. LNK Motors take pride in the services they offer and when customers are purchasing a vehicle, they ensure the customer receives a positive memorable experience and with an after sale peace of mind with the warranty. LNK Motors believe applying a warranty on the car gives the customer piece of mind that any mechanical problems will be repaired with little expense.
LNK Motor’s commitment to promoting the LNK brand can be seen with the LNK logo becoming a familiar graphic within the Bury borough.
ABIGAIL COURT – ASPIN FM LTD
GILL ARNOTT – GEM BUSINESS SUPPORT
Having worked in sales and office management for around 40 years, Gill formed GEM Business Support in 2015. A virtual PA business which ticks all of Gill’s skill / experience boxes and allows her to support and help busy business owners manage day to day activities and take the stress away, without the need to employ someone! Ad-hoc support when needed most. Gill also offers bookkeeping support, in particular Xero and Quickbooks, up to VAT filing and liaising with accountants at year-end. Every client is bespoke, and Gill is happy to sit down and find out where she can really be of the most help within businesses to ensure maximum benefit. All those time consuming jobs that get left, and a never ending to-do list can be a thing of the past.
On a personal note, Gill is a prosecco drinking, crochet fanatic! 1 dog, 4 cats and a husband.
RYESHA CLOUGH – EXORO CONSULTING LIMITED
With over 30 years’ experience in health, safety, quality and environmental leadership, the team at Exoro Consulting has a proven global track record in delivering hands-on systems management and improvement across a range of industries.
They deliver quantifiable performance improvement to their clients. Exoro Consulting Limited have proactively contributed to multi-million pound global projects for blue chip clients and tailored simple yet effective bespoke projects for sole traders and other small businesses.
NINA CAMPLIN – BURY HOSPICE
Originally from Yorkshire, I grew up in the pub trade.
Crossing the Pennines to study, working part time to make ends meet at the Tax Office then for a local off licence.
After graduation, I stayed to continue working with the same Wine store chain, managing and training Off-licences and Wine Shops. A few busy years later, I decided to change career and took an office role, working with Professional Two Way Radios for sale or hire with a local Communications company. I sourced and grew our customers across the UK, particularly enjoying supporting and getting to know them, both external and internal. My mantra was to keep all customers happy, and keep them! Many are still very good friends decades later.
Nearly 25 years in, I decided to change tack again and take a break. I started full time volunteering in 2023, loved it and I’m now the Corporate Fundraiser for Bury Hospice. It’s my hope that I become the most successful Corporate Fundraiser the Hospice has ever seen and keep all our fantastic supporters as happy and for as long as possible, well at least for a few decades…
JOANNE WELLS – PRIVILEGE HR
Managing Director of Privilege HR (Manchester North – sensible, commercial and straightforward HR support that you can trust
Privilege HR is a HR Consultancy, offering practical HR services, bespoke management training and person-centred employee wellbeing support.
We work with you to provide straightforward, jargon free people support, finding solutions to problems and supporting our clients as they build and grow their business with an engaged and motivated team.
Based in Bury, we work with SMEs and Scaleup businesses, on a flexible, outsourced basis.
Unlike larger Consultancy’s, we offer that personal touch, getting to know your business and understanding the specific people challenges you face.
On a personal note, I am married to Allen, with two teenage daughters, Hannah and Olivia, and gorgeous (daft) golden lab called Mollie.
I’m a trustee of the mental health charity, The Creative Living Centre in Prestwich, and I am qualified counsellor.
I enjoy running when I can, love socialising with friends and family, and can sniff out Prosecco at 10 paces
I’m a huge advocate for positive mental health, and in particular employee wellbeing. I also champion women in business and love to support women leaders
LISA MOORE – COSALEA
Born & bred in Bury Lisa spent her younger years training & competing in Ballroom & Latin Dance competitions, on leaving school she continued this alongside working at a town centre salon training to be a hairdresser, then taking up an admin role at luggage manufacturer Antler & then Holy Cross College.
Lisa ran The Victoria, Walshaw alongside her husband Richard & realised a passion for service & hospitality which led to Cosalea Cafe Bar, Walshaw opening in September 2020 with a vision of creating a social space within the community serving Breakfast, Brunches & Lunches with the added bonus of The Vault function space accommodating classes & community groups.
Currently in 2024 Cosalea’s four sites are a testament to the strong ethos that sits behind the Cosalea brand & determination to succeed. Priding ourselves in fantastic food, excellent service & home grown talent. We love a challenge & ensuring our customers have the best experience whether they visit us for a catch up over coffee or we assist them in creating a bespoke celebration.
Lisa is Mum to three daughters who are at the heart of everything she does, giving her inspiration & determination to drive her business as their role model. Cosalea is a combination of their names – Cora, Isla & Leah & through they are at the heart of everything she does.
CARYN CLARKE: THE EDGE HEALTH
Caryn is a licensed Menopause Champion, health & wellness coach, corporate trainer, and keynote speaker. She is on a mission, driven by her own personal experiences, to spread Menopositivity…making menopause a transition to be embraced, not endured. She is committed to improving menopause awareness, education, support and communication to both businesses and individuals.
Caryn’s Menopositive services include.
Corporate Menopositivity: Making Menopause Work, at Work – tailored workshops & training, focused group support, leadership engagement & policy development.
Menopositive Accreditation for Gyms: providing gym owners & fitness professionals with CPD certified training & resources to enable them to provide the best evidenced based training, support, safe spaces, and solutions to the lucrative 40+ female market.
Health Coaching : Personalised 121 and small group coaching on menopause, nutrition, fitness, lifestyle, HRT etc to help women look, feel and live m during menopause.
Caryn’s previous career was in corporate marketing, having held Marketing Director roles within the home interior industry, with a love of design & wallpaper! She is married with 3 grown up daughters, and a passion for lots of holidays!
NICOLA FLAIG – CHAMELEON EXPERIENCES @ NOT JUST TRAVEL
I’ve always had a passion for travel, and all the planning that goes into organising that dream escape. So, in 2023 I took the decision to make the leap and turn my passion into a full-time ‘career’ (I don’t see it as a job as it’s so much fun!!).
As a personal travel consultant, I take the time with all my customers to delve into what makes them tick and what’s important to them, to help them find their dream holiday. I chose the name ‘Chameleon’ as I am adaptable to everyone’s individual requirements, providing a bespoke tailored service for all my customers.
After spending the past 20 years working in the Hospitality industry, I understand how important customer service and attention to detail can be, and pride myself on offering a 5 star service to all of my customers.
If you haven’t used a personal travel consultant before you are missing out, let me help you create the holiday of your dreams.
KATY RICHARDSON – CROSS PLANT HIRE
Cross Plant Hire is a plant hire company providing fast, effective service for the road, rail, construction, and agricultural industries has rapidly become a recognisable company providing reliability, efficiency, and cost-effective solutions nationwide and throughout Europe.
Katy was born in Bury and raised in nearby Ramsbottom. Katy attended local schools and Holy Cross College before venturing to university in London to complete a degree in Sports Physiotherapy. Following a year stay in America Katy returned to Ramsbottom where she got a part time position as a sports therapist for a football and rugby team as well as a full-time position at Garic Limited – a Plant Hire Company. Katy continued both positions for the next 10 years moving throughout Garic into transport, accounts, purchasing, business development, project management, compliance and ultimately quality, asset, and compliance manager. Garic was sold in 2008 with the owners then setting up Cross Plant Hire in 2014. On returning from having her second child in 2017 Katy agreed with join Cross Plant Hire as Commercial Manager.
Katy managed Cross Plant Hire during this period until 2023 when she was given the opportunity to complete a MBO along with her colleague to become the joint owners and take the Managing Director role. Katy continues to work hard to grow and expand Cross Plant Hire as well as being an advocate for women working in business and the construction industry.
FIONA LAMLE – NORTHSTAR DESIGN
I joined Northstar Design as their Business Development Manager in June 2021. We are a Family business set up in 1991 by my Husband Ged, so plenty of experience. We offer comprehensive printing services for the UK and to local businesses. We print a wide range of items, but our most popular products include leaflets, flyers, business cards, stationery, brochures, folders, scratch cards, banners & promotional products plus much, much more…. In addition to our printed products, we also offer a pre-press artwork and editing service. All artwork is carefully checked prior to print, and we can make edits to make sure that what you receive is what you expected.
I went to school near Aberdeen and Camberley in Surrey and worked for the NatWest for 29 years. The training taught me to build relationships and the business happens. It’s all about excellent Customer Service.
I met Ged 10 years ago and have my son, Kieran and 2 Stepchildren, Marnie the Shih Zhu and a new puppy Florence a Miniature Dachshund. Weekends are spent supporting Kieran in his football matches, dog walks and socialising with friends.
YVONNE CROMPTON – LOTUS RECRUITMENT
I’m Yvonne, the owner of Lotus Recruitment. My mission is to forge genuine connections and foster professional growth. At Lotus Recruitment, I am dedicated to maintaining a standard of honesty, personalised service, and unwavering quality.
I firmly believe that recruitment extends beyond mere checkboxes; it’s about recognising the unique qualities of each individual and facilitating mutually beneficial matches.
Outside of work, you’ll often find me enjoying time with my family, friends, and fur baby. I embrace every opportunity to create lasting memories together, whether exploring the outdoors or enjoying quiet moments at home.
Moreover, I am deeply involved in community initiatives, particularly those focused on mentoring young and underprivileged individuals. Making a positive impact in the lives of others is a driving force for me, and I continuously seek new avenues for contributing to the betterment of our community.
If you’re seeking a genuine, empathetic partner in your journey to build your team or advance your career, I am here to support you every step of the way.
NADIA MYERSON – NADIA MYERSON COACHING
Nadia is a ICF Somatic Trauma-Informed Coach, whose mission it is to support ambitious business leaders to discover the secret to meaningful success and happiness beyond the boardroom. Nadia is passionate about bringing healing to high-performing environments, believing that underneath all the external challenges leaders face, are deep-rooted emotional wounds that need addressing.
Through her unique blend of cognitive, somatic and energetic work, Nadia works intuitively with her clients to help them deeply understand, accept, respect and value themselves. Her absolute passion is helping her clients release trapped negative emotions from unresolved core emotional wounds, which ultimately gives her clients the freedom to experience greater levels of happiness, fulfilment and success.
Nadia’s work is informed by her own experience, passion and training. She is proud to be a mum of three, ICF somatic trauma-informed coach, certified Performance Coach, Master NLP Coach, Master Practitioner of Timeline Therapy & Hypnosis, Certified Practitioner of Non-invasive Meridian Therapy, Motherhood Studies Practitioner and an EIQ Mastery Coach. She holds a Masters degree from Cambridge University in Mandarin and she enjoys nothing more than putting her feet up with a personal development book and a cup of tea.
HELEN BARLOW – CRAFT HUT DESIGNS
DENISE BUTLER – PEACOCK RISK MANAGEMENT
Peacock Risk Management provide practical help, sound advice and business solutions for your legal firm in a straightforward and uncomplicated way. They help you to implement policies and procedures which provide the foundation for a compliant and efficient practice.
Denise has worked in-house with legal practices in practice management, working alongside Managers to meet the many challenges facing the legal profession.
Denise is a Lexcel consultant and practice management specialist.
She has assisted law firms to be compliant with regulation, improve efficiencies and profitability, save on costs, manage the team, including change management, and effectively work through and manage projects.
AMY PRECIOUS – REGENTIA LIFESTYLE PLANNING
I was born in Bury and raised in Walshaw where my parents still live. I now live in Tottington with my husband and 8-year-old son, enjoying all the town has to offer.
I started my career as a Solicitor specialising in divorce. After having my son, I retrained as an Independent Financial Adviser. The years working as a divorce lawyer demonstrated that there is often a very clear imbalance between divorcing couples in terms of knowledge and understanding of the financial aspects of the marriage. Often one party would take responsibility for the financial decisions, and the other party would be responsible for other roles in the marriage. When separation happens the less experienced party is then faced with huge decisions that they are not equipped to make.
I am on a mission to support women who are going through divorce. To make sure that they understand everything that is being discussed and how their financial future might look. I support women to feel freedom from the challenges of the marriage as well as financial freedom to explore how they want to live their future life. A whole new life based on their dreams and aspirations.
The first concern when dealing with divorce is often “will my children and I be ok?”. A natural question when faced with uncertainty coupled with feeling out of your depth and suddenly being responsible for every decision that must be made. It is a traumatic time for many women, and it is something that should not be faced alone without the right team of experts behind you, guiding you through the challenges to face the next bright chapter in your life.
I hope to help women feel confident to know that all will be well, and their future will be bright.
NATALIE WARD – JERSEY GIRLS DAIRY ICE CREAM
Truly cow to cone! Jersey Girls is a Working farm & now an ice cream parlour, serving ice cream made using milk from their own herd of Jersey Girls.
Their vintage style ice cream bike has taken their Jersey homemade ice cream across the UK. This is available to hire for Birthdays, Anniversaries, Weddings; whatever the occasion they go above and beyond to offer only the best scoops for your guests!
Not just an ice cream Parlour, Jersey Girls are also a party venue, offering exclusive use of their back barn party room and outside paddock for a duration of 2 hours. This includes 45 minute animal interaction session with a mixture of friendly farm animals, Buffet, option to upgrade to a hot buffet and Homemade Jersey Girls ice cream with sprinkles per child, a dedicated party host, downloadable party invites and free parking for all guests.
SHEENA ADAM – CHILDREN FIRST FAMILY MEDIATION
I am director of Children First Family Mediation (CFFM), a charity which helps all separated families sort out arrangements for children, money and the family home.
We are based at Bury BusinessLodge but see clients across the Northwest and online much farther afield.
Family mediation aims to help reduce conflict and improve communication as an alternative to arguments in court and prevent the children being caught in the middle between their parents.
I have worked in this field for a long time and am passionate about empowering others to make their own decisions and putting children first.
We have built up our service over 15 years and have a great team who know that separation can be tough and are always there at the end of the phone.
When not busy with CFFM my 3 lively grandchildren keep me busy and I love watching football, gardening and travelling usually planning my next holiday as the last one finishes!!
I also dabble in making celebration cakes but just as a hobby
LIZ CLARK – STONE CREATE
Stone Create is a full-service marketing, design, and digital agency based in Lancashire.
We help businesses grow through bespoke websites, targeted digital marketing, and standout creative. Whether you’re looking to generate leads, build your brand, or reach new audiences, we deliver results that make an impact – online and offline.
As Studio Manager at Stone Create, I oversee the day-to-day operations of our creative and digital projects, ensuring everything runs smoothly from concept to completion.
With a strong background in marketing, project coordination, and client delivery, I work closely with our design, development, and content teams to make sure every project meets our high standards – on time and on brand. I’m passionate about creating streamlined workflows, building strong client relationships, and delivering standout results across web, design, and digital campaigns.
SAM GIBBS – BUSINESSLODGE
Centre Manager, BusinessLodge Bury
Sam Gibbs is a client-focused Centre Manager who leads BusinessLodge, the premier serviced office provider in the Bury area. With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Sam made the successful transition into the flexible office space sector and has never looked back.
Born and bred in Bury, Sam is passionate about working in her hometown, where she regularly reconnects with familiar faces from both past and present. She loves to champion her town and support local businesses, playing an active role in helping Bury’s business community thrive. Her deep local roots, combined with her strong focus on customer service, make her an invaluable part of the BusinessLodge team, delivering an exceptional experience to every client.
SHANNON MOLLOY – BOWMAN ESTATES LTD
Bowman Estates is a family-run estate agency based in Ramsbottom. We specialise in selling and letting homes across Ramsbottom, Bury, Bolton, and the surrounding areas, offering a fresh, modern approach with a real focus on personal service and genuine care.
After many years running the office at our sister company, Simply Auto Enrolment Solutions Ltd, I’ve learned just how important great customer service really is. That’s why I’m passionate about making the experience with Bowman Estates as positive, seamless, and stress-free as possible.
At Bowman Estates, we do things differently. We take pride in being an estate agency that works around you, whether that’s evening calls, weekend viewings, or just being available when you need us. We know your home is so much more than bricks and mortar; it’s where memories are made.
Our small, friendly and enthusiastic team aim to build real relationships with our clients, so much so, that they’ll feel confident recommending us to everyone they know.
SUZANNE DUFFY – YOUR LOCAL BURY
ROSIE COOPER – PM+M
Rosie is the director of cloud accounting at PM+M, where she blends technical accounting expertise with a passion for innovation and developing people. She specialises in financial reporting, compliance, indirect tax, and cloud-based systems – helping businesses simplify operations and make confident, informed decisions. Rosie is motivated by purpose, progress, and building workplaces where people can thrive.
PM+M is one of the North West’s leading firms of accountants, business advisers, and financial planners. Established over 100 years ago, our team of more than 180 specialists provides advice to businesses and individuals across audit, accounting and advisory, cloud accounting, corporate finance, financial planning, tax, and payroll.
LAURA PEDLEY – THE BEST OF BURY
Businesses join as members and, in return, get access to promotional tools, social media support, local newsletters, networking events, exhibitions and get entry into the local and loved awards.
LAURA BULMER – DOCTECH
DocTech are a Bury based Software business with 40 years’ experience in digitising document storage and processes. From basic document repositories to the most complex integrated workflows and digital forms, we do it all.
We have hundreds of clients – some are large household brands and some are smaller businesses.
They all share the same goal – to be efficient whilst reducing the headache, risk and cost of poor document processes. We have many case studies on our website.
I’m always open to a chat for anything document management related.
LIZ CRONSHAW – GROW YOUR MINDSET
Liz Cronshaw has experience in both the corporate and education sectors and she understands that all individuals can develop their mindset to achieve their goals both personally and professionally, through growth mindset training and workshops across the UK.
Grow Your Mindset works with schools, businesses and organisations, no matter how big or small. Their workshops, training and bespoke programmes cover a large range of areas including language use, zones of learning, resilience training, metacognition, collaborative learning, team building, mental health and employee engagement.
PRIYANKA BATRA – RED HALL HOTEL
I’m the Director and Co-Owner of Red Hall Hotel in Bury, a family run hotel, events space, and wedding venue. We are home to a Mediterranean and British fusion restaurant, Mélange.
Red Hall Hotel is very much a passion project, centred on great food, warm service, and creating spaces where people can come together for celebrations, events, and memorable experiences.
I am a mum of two, a teenager and a four-year-old, and life is rarely quiet. Between growing businesses, supporting my children, and developing strong leadership teams, I thrive on problem solving, collaboration, continuous learning, and meditation.
When I do take time to switch off, it is usually spent enjoying great food, engaging conversations with friends, live music, and good wine (or gin) – ideally all in the same evening. I also love playing badminton; I am working on my game of padel and enjoy travelling whenever I get the chance.
I value genuine relationships and enjoy connecting with like-minded people who are ambitious, supportive, and keen to share experiences and learn from one another.
