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Benefits of Joining the Aylesham Business Network

Running a business doesn’t have to be a lonely journey. As part of our network, you’ll be surrounded by experienced business owners who understand the challenges you face — whether you’re just starting out or looking to give back after years of experience.

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Our mission

We believe that collaboration sparks solutions

By connecting business leaders at every stage — from those just starting out to seasoned professionals — we create an environment where problems are solved faster, successes are celebrated louder, and everyone has the support they need to thrive.

Our mission is to build more than just a network; it’s to foster genuine relationships that make the path to success less lonely and far more rewarding.

Together, we’re not just running businesses — we’re building a community where everyone grows.

Member Benefits

Discover the Benefits of Being Part of Our Community:

All this for £50/year

Learn and Grow:

Access knowledge and expertise through our informative workshops, webinars, and panel discussions. Stay updated on industry trends and gain insights from experienced professionals.

Support and Mentorship:

Give and receive support from fellow members. We encourage mentorship and knowledge sharing, creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Build Confidence:

Hone your networking skills. Develop your brand. Enhance your communication abilities in a supportive and friendly atmosphere.

Social Impact:

Engage in meaningful initiatives and community projects that make a positive difference. We believe in giving back and using our collective strength for good.

All this for £50/year

Our Members

Meet the Members Who Make Us Great

Our group is proud to feature some of Aylesham’s most passionate and driven business leaders.

Pharos Accounts Limited

Mark Laughton

Mark has over 35 years experience in supporting owner managed businesses and personal clients. Pharos Accounts Limited values client relationships with a focus on owner managed businesses and personal clients We are experienced accountants providing: business accountancy; personal and business...

Services: Accountancy

Accountant

Shapes

Jim Leeves

We are Shapes Accounting and marketing for Better Businesses Using digital technology & and design thinking we inspire small business owners and their teams to build better businesses Better accounting Accounting can be a headache. With our expertise in digital...

Services: Accountancy, Marketing

Accountant

London Road Press

Steve Smart

London Road Press are a family-owned printing Business based in the village of Densole, I personally have over 48 years hands on experience within the printing and graphic arts industry. London Road Press have access to a fleet of Lithographic...

Services: Printing

Printing Business

SLS Wills and More

Sara Sheppard (Chair)

An award winning Estate Planning Consultant, who can help you put in place your Will and Lasting Powers of Attorney to protect you, your family and your asset, so that your family are not left with chaos at a very...

Services: Estate Planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate, Will Writing

Estate Planning Consultant

Aylesham Community Trust

Emily Barnes

Emily is an experienced Social and Economic Geographer and Spatial Analyst with qualifications from the Universities of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne (BA), Cardiff (Msc) and Leeds (MGIS). With over 20 years of professional experience (including 5 years as a Community Development Officer in...

VITA Occupational Health Ltd

Heather Colthart

Vita Occupational Health Ltd is an Occupational Health and Wellbeing company based in Wingham. Heather Colthart founded it in 2019. Heather has over 30 years of experience as a registered nurse and has worked in Occupational Health since 2000, gaining...

Services: Occupational Health

ThriveHub

Oliver Martin

Transform your daily operations, streamline complex workflows, and accelerate growth with ease. ThriveHub helps you build a thriving business by unifying your essential tools and automating routine tasks in one powerful, intelligent platform.

Services: AI, Automations, CRM, Customer Egagement, Lead Capture, Marketing, Reputation, Strategies, Website Design

CRM/Software

Utility Warehouse

Katina Sawyer

My passion is saving people money on their utility bills . Why pay more when you don’t have to. Utility Warehouse are the UK’s only multi service provider with many awards from Which, Uswitch and more. Please contact me for...

Services: Save money on broadband, Save money on electric, Save money on gas, Save money on home and boiler insurance, Save money on landline, Save money on mobile

Utilities

Majimoto Ltd

Alex Ionita

At Majimoto we aim to significantly reduce our client’s energy consumption without compromising the needs of their business or building occupants, providing them with more efficient, energy-saving products such as Energy Monitoring Systems, LED Lighting, and Infrared Heating. We work...

Services: Energy Management, Infrared Heating, Instantaneous Water Heating, LED Lighting

Energy Saving

AY Business Law Limited

Aly Young

Aly has been a Solicitor for nearly 30 years and a business owner for over a decade. Since setting up her own law firm in March 2022, AY Business Law has specialised in helping owner-managers get the most value from...

Services: Law

Solicitor

Bright Accounting Solutions

Chris Milsom (Treasurer)

Chartered Accountants and Chartered Tax Advisers providing Accountancy Services to Individuals, Self-Employed Businesses and Limited Companies. The services we specialise in are Annual Accounts, Tax Returns, Payroll Services, VAT Returns and Bookkeeping. We can help with starting a business and...

Services: Accountancy, Bookkeeping, Management Consultancy, Payroll, Taxation, VAT

Accountant

Kingsnorth Consultants

David Somers

Kingsnorth Consultants is an executive support consultancy dedicated to helping businesses and professionals thrive and grow. We provide advice to career change professionals and redundant executives, a listening ear to CEO’s and senior teams, as well as mentoring start-up and...

Services: Consultancy

Consultant

Not Another Marketing Agency

Tabitha Fox

Ready to partner with a marketing agency that’s anything but ordinary? At NAMA, we’re shaking up the traditional agency model with our flexible, purpose-aligned approach. From strategic Fractional CMO services that deliver C-suite expertise without the full-time investment, to comprehensive outsourced...

Services: Marketing

Marketing

Vodafone Business IT Hubs

Alec Dawson

At Vodafone Business IT Hubs, we empower local businesses with best-in-class telephony and IT solutions. Our goal is to help you enhance efficiency, increase productivity, and focus on what you do best. We offer a range of services designed to...

Services: Cloud Collaboration, Communication Provider, IT Support, Telephony

Steve Manion Effective Training (SMET)

Steve Manion

Steve Manion Effective Training (SMET) is a Supply Chain Management Training company based in Aylesham East Kent, United Kingdom. Steve has been involved in production and inventory management since 1983 and training in supply chain management since 1994. SMET is...

Services: Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management, Training

Our Founders

The Team Behind the Network

Every great community starts with passionate people, and Aylesham Business Network is no exception. At the heart of our group are two dedicated leaders who work tirelessly to bring local business owners together — Sara, our Chair, and Chris, our Treasurer.

Chair of the Network

Sara Sheppard

SLS Wills and More

Sara brings vision and leadership, ensuring our network continues to grow, thrive, and provide meaningful support to every member.

Treasurer of the Network

Chris Milsom

Bright Accounting Solutions

Chris keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes, managing finances and helping to create opportunities that benefit the entire community.

Committee Member

Aly Young

AY Business Law Limited

Aly launched her own law firm in March 2022, AY Business Law has been designed from the ground up with owner-managed business in mind. Aly also acts as one of our two committee members.

Committee Member

Tabitha Fox

Not another Marketing Agency

Tabitha Fox, Fellow of the Institute of Data and Marketing and founder of Not Another Marketing Agency, has been a valued member of the network. Tabitha also acts as one of our two committee members

Website Manager

Oliver Martin

Co-Founder - ThriveHub

Oliver built, hosts and manages the Aylesham Business Network website. His online knowledge and website expertise has helped the network to better promote itself and attract new business leaders.

Benefits of Joining the Aylesham Business Network

Trusted by these and other Aylesham business owners

We believe that collaboration sparks solutions

Discover the Benefits of Being Part of Our Community:

All this for £50/year

Learn and Grow:

Support and Mentorship:

Build Confidence:

Social Impact:

All this for £50/year

Meet the Members Who Make Us Great

The Team Behind the Network

Chair of the Network

Sara Sheppard

Treasurer of the Network

Chris Milsom

Committee Member

Aly Young

Committee Member

Tabitha Fox

Website Manager

Oliver Martin

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