Laura's
Seating
Solutions
Transforming spaces with Laura Howard
Meet Laura, the creative force behind Laura’s Seating Solutions, where exceptional upholstery meets personalised design. With over a decade of experience, Laura has transformed spaces with bespoke automotive interiors and home furnishings.
Laura’s Seating Solutions specialises in custom upholstery that prioritises comfort, style, and practicality. Laura has honed her skills working with esteemed names such as DFS, RC Moss, and Lunaz.
Laura joined the Build Your Business programme to focus on building her brand, growing her customer base online and financial planning. She developed her business plan through various workshops and mentoring sessions, including:
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One-to-ones for business basic, branding and intellectual property
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Webinars: Becoming your own boss, Financial planning for new businesses, How to research my market, Managing yourself as a business owner, Building your brand
Following a competitive process, Laura's successful application for the Build Your Business Small Business grant was awarded. The grant enabled her to upgrade her tools and workshop, including sourcing a Highlead industrial cylinder arm sewing machine. Additionally, the funding was used to create marketing materials, such as printed flyers.
“The BIPC Northamptonshire has been an invaluable resource for my business. From their expert advice to funding opportunities, they have provided a significant kickstart to my venture. I have gained valuable knowledge in various areas of setup, including building a brand, growing my customer base online, and financial planning—all of which were new to me. Additionally, they have supplied essential tools that have set a high standard for my business and paved the way for my success.”
Laura Howard
Laura’s Seating Solutions
Northamptonshire