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The 50 most disruptive UK companies in 2017: The Future 50
48 min read
27 March 2017
Each year Real Business brings you 50 disruptive UK companies ignoring the status quo – and 2017's list is overflowing with inspiring startup entrepreneurs.
They are out there in growing numbers – entrepreneurs not afraid to change the way we look at things and build incredibly disruptive UK companies.
From mobile to marketing, and from retail to recruitment, Britain is full of industries that are dominated by industry heavyweights taking positions for granted and not innovating.
Each year, our Future 50 ranking gives the young players a chance to shine. Its class of disruptive UK businesses is now 300-strong and includes startup ventures that have gone on to become household names.
Songkick, Made.com, Secret Escapes, Funding Circle, Crunch, Gousto and Revolut – they've all featured and gone on to showcase how a new approach can cause shockwaves in a dormant industry.
It gives us great pleasure to unveil the class of 2017 – let's hope we all hear a lot more about this bunch in the not too distant future.
BigChange Apps
Sector: Mobile workforce management
Date founded: 2013
Founders: Martin Port
Location: Leeds
Number of staff: 40
BigChange Apps aims to create a more level playing field for smaller businesses with its simple and scalable platform that enables business owners to manage everything from quote to invoice.
Its JobWatch app for the mobile workforce automates every workflow and saves users an administrative burden.
Its on-demand app for consumers lets them instantly book trusted service providers that have immediate availability to attend emergency jobs.
Customers can submit photos, allowing the provider to diagnose the problem in advance and collect the correct parts en-route.
Sector: Business sales
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Sean Mallon, Jonathan Russell, Luke Duncan
Location: Leeds
Number of staff: 7
Bizdaq is a marketplace for businesses for sale. As a small or micro business owner, selling with a business transfer agent is an expensive affair. Typically, agents will take a commission of up to £15,000 on a business sold for £100,000 and generally tie people into long contracts even if they do not achieve a sale.
Bizdaq was created to bring together small business owners with motivated buyers in one easy to use marketplace. The founders wanted their knowledge and experience of selling businesses to be available to anybody, and they wanted to do this at a fraction of the cost of the existing options.
Sector: Technology consulting
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Larry Kotch, Jonathan Lemer, Sebastian Shaw
Location: London
Number of staff: 5
Brainbroker is a technology consultant for SMEs. The founders realised that more highly-skilled people are choosing to go freelance, and at the same time many traditional SMEs are being disrupted and made obsolete at an alarming rate as each struggle to understand what tech is needed.
Despite this, many SMEs were put off by freelancer platforms, for a variety of reasons including the perceived risk, the inability to vet the freelances and the inability to write credible specifications.
Brainbroker therefore decided to style itself as a virtual technology consultancy and now works with a network of over 850 expert technology freelancers and software partners around Europe to deliver digital projects. Its mission is to help SMEs to tech more effectively and affordably, with a key focus on digital marketing, data science and web development.
Sector: Retail
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Tara Button
Location: London
Number of staff: 6
BuyMeOnce is a website celebrating the longest lasting and most sustainable products available – in other words, the sorts of products you only need to buy once. Its goal is to change customer culture of short-term purchasing.
In addition, the business aims to educate consumers on how to take care of their items, and campaigns for better manufacturing processes.
Eventually, BuyMeOnce aims to become a kite-mark of longevity, a mark that brands can show proudly to consumers.
C Folio
Sector: Software apps
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Lee Chapman, Natasha Chrystal
Location: Norwich
Number of staff: 2
C Folio redesigns all compliance paperwork on its digital software platform. It enables businesses to plan staff workloads, send staff jobs complete with specific documents, and produce reports instantly.
The idea for the business came when the founders experienced a lot of red tape operating in the green energy sector. A lot of paperwork, especially for larger clients, had to be completed on-site – and as time went on and they had more and more work, this became a logistical nightmare. C Folio was created as a way of making these compliance processes paperless and seamless.
Read on to find out which other inspiring firms have made the 2017 Future 50 listing of disruptive UK companies
City Sail
Sector: Artificial intelligence
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Yi Xu, Wenchao Zhou
Location: London
Number of staff: 5
City Sail is an artificial intelligence company that extracts facial expression from video profiles to detect characteristic traits, such as passion, confidence and honesty levels.
Its pilot centres are using the technology for recruitment, employee behaviour, customer behaviour, insurance claims honesty and online GP consultation applications.
The business believes its technology will shift the formation and defining of society's wealth to be tremendously more focused on emotional intelligence and characteristics like empathy, the core of human species intelligence's difference from machine intelligence.
Sector: Marketing
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Martin Adams, Tom Graham
Location: London
Number of staff: 15
Codec is a content marketing platform that uses artificial intelligence to understand people's interactions with media over time. It aims to offer creatives and strategists a prediction of what audiences care about before they plan content.
By translating social and cultural data into meaningful insights, Codec believes it can provide brand and agency marketers with evidence to make creative content decisions with real impact to win customers and clients.
In time, the business will be scaled to an ongoing subscription model where our clients will pay for access to the platform on half-yearly or yearly basis.
Sector: Advertising
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Bradley Green, Rob Wilson, Will Dooley
Location: Bristol
Number of staff: 3
CrowdReach is a crowdfunding advertising agency. Clients are able to track the results in real-time and are only charged on the sales generated through their ads. Over the last six months, the team has worked with some of biggest campaigns on Kickstarter ranging from innovative wallets to cutting edge razors.
Crowdfunding is revolutionising the way businesses bring new and exciting products to market with nearly $3bn being raised on Kickstarter alone. Despite this, the success rate stands at around 35 per cent and the number one issue creators face, according to CrowdReach, is getting their campaigns in front of the right people.
Sector: Cyber security
Date founded: 2013
Founders: Stuart Laidlaw, St. John Harold
Location: London
Number of staff: 9
Cyberlytic has developed new software which helps prevent against web-based attacks, such as SQL injection attacks. The software uses machine learning to classify attack data, identify threat patterns and detect anomalies. By analysing web server traffic in real-time, it detects and immediately determines the sophistication, capability and effectiveness of each attack. This information is translated into a risk score to prioritise incident response or initiate an automated response with its Defender product.
Cyberlytic claims its classification approach is more effective at identifying attacks than traditional signature-based security solutions and adapts to new or evolving threats without requiring human intervention.
Dead Right
Sector: Funerals
Date founded: 2017
Founders: Felicity Stinton
Location: London
Number of staff: 8
Dead Right is an online comparison site of 2000 funeral directors that aims to help people find the cheapest funeral directors in their area.
The business has formulated a "personalisation ranking" which highlights the differences between funeral directors.
The business intends to become the ultimate destination for people planning funerals to connect with products, businesses and services.
Read on to find out which other inspiring firms have made the 2017 Future 50 listing of disruptive UK companies
Sector: Healthcare
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Dan Faber, Alex Hamilton
Location: London
Number of staff: 13
DocTap offers same day, face-to-face GP appointments at clinics across London.
The clinics are located at consultation rooms within pharmacies, which benefit from the increased footfall. GPs work on a part-time basis without compromising on existing commitments.
Receptionists are not required as all reservations are made online and patients check-in on an iPad at the pharmacy.
DocTap charges from £24 for a 15 minute consultation, which it believes is less than half the price of other private providers.
Sector: Water saving tech
Date founded: 2014
Founders: Wes Sugden-Brook
Location: Doncaster
Number of staff: 2
Drenched designs technology to save water, and its Drenched Volumiser, which retails at £9.99, won the technical enterprise award in the 2016 Pitch@Palace final, where it was viewed by HM the Queen.
The Volumiser is a patented device which fits into a wide range of water outlets and results in over 90 per cent less water usage. It transforms water into an ultra-fine molecular mist which warms on contact with air and skin, saving water, energy and money. Users can wash their hands in just three tablespoons of water.
Sector: Healthcare
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Stephen Bourke, Dr Sai Lakshmi
Location: London
Number of staff: 20
Echo is an app that lets you order repeat prescriptions from your NHS GP and get medication delivered to your door. Echo also has smart reminders that tell you when to take your meds, and when you are about to run out.
Echo can connect with any NHS England GP practice, with zero set-up required by you/your GP. Using Echo costs no more than going to a normal chemist, and delivery is free (except controlled items). If you are exempt from prescription charges, Echo is completely free.
Echo's business model is Deliveroo for meds, working in partnership with community pharmacies.
Sector: Feminine hygiene
Date founded: 2014
Founders: Martha Silcott
Location: London
Number of staff: 2
FabLittleBag is the first fit-for-purpose sanitary disposal bag. It is designed for convenient, hygienic disposal of tampons and sanitary pads.
Sanitary items are sometimes flushed, blocking sewers and causing environmental pollution. For women who want to avoid this, options have been limited, involving binning items using products designed for other purposes such as toilet roll and nappy sacks.
FabLittleBag offers a solution to this problem. With a patented feature allowing it to be opened with just one hand, it is truly innovative. It is unique in the market as the bags are opaque, sealable with a sticky strip and biodegradable.
Feast It
Sector: Food
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Digby Vollrath, Hugo Campbell
Location: London
Number of staff: 4
Feast It positions itself as a discovery, comparison and booking platform for the catering industry. The platform works with over 200 restaurants and food traders, including Dirty Burger, Patty and Bun, Le Bun and Hummus Bros.
The idea was born when the founders discovered how archaic the catering industry was, and how it still relied heavily on recommendations and word of mouth. Feast It was born to be a single destination for customers to search and book in a matter of minutes.
The long-term ambition is to expand out the offering to include all elements of the event industry, giving customers a one-stop shop to book everything they need for their next event, from food trucks, to photographers, to clowns.
Read on to find out which other inspiring firms have made the 2017 Future 50 listing of disruptive UK companies
Headstart App
Sector: Recruitment
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Nicholas Shekerdemian, Jeremy Hindle
Location: London
Number of staff: 14
Headstart is a recruitment app which uses a series of contextual and predictive algorithms to assess candidate suitability. It can provide recruiters with a ranked list of prospective candidates who meet the requirements and would be a good cultural fit for each role posted.
The process aims to be highly inclusive, and focuses on broadening the pool of candidates who enter the recruiting funnel in a bid to help clients find high quality, high potential candidates from under-represented backgrounds.
The app is used by employers such as Vodafone, RBS and BP.
Sector: HR
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Ronni Zehavi, Andy Bellass, Amit Knanni, Israel David
Location: London
Number of staff: 50
Hibob is a software-as-a-services (SaaS) platform designed for businesses with around 20-500 employees to prevent admin overload and help retain staff.
Bob handles HR admin (people directory, booking holidays, reporting, etc), company culture and benefits (pensions auto-enrolment, insurance, etc).
Bob aims to bring about change by moving business from ubiquitous spreadsheets to a world of online admin efficiency, and by changing HRTech from outdated old backroom software to platforms that live at the heart of a business, and that all employees use.
Sector: Healthcare
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Dr Jamie Wilson
Location: London
Number of staff: 20
HomeTouch is an online service for finding home care that intelligently matches customers with vetted carers. The platform matches appropriate carers with specific customers based on a matchmaking functionality, which allows for customers to choose specialised skills and personality traits for their loved ones.
HomeTouch is backed by a range of healthcare and marketplace investors (including Passion Capital and 500 Startups) and is now active nationwide.
The private healthcare sector in the UK is worth more than £1.729bn as of 2015.
Sector: Events
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Gee Mann, Kiran Mann
Location: London
Number of staff: 14
Ibookedin.com is a fully integrated online booking software programme for meetings and events planners, enabling them to search, select and book venue space.
According to ibookedin.com, whilst the hotel room comparison and booking market is somewhat mature with many players, the venue comparison and booking market is in its infancy with only a few offerings in UK and Europe.
By launching nationally with an aggressive marketing campaign and a platform which brings added benefit to both users and venue operators with a range of event planning tools and statistical analysis respectively, the business intends to build a brand which become synonymous with venue comparison and booking platforms such that it can maximise its defence against competitive reaction with new entrants.
Sector: Marketing
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Charlotte Pearce, Andrew Martin
Location: London
Number of staff: 9
Inkpact is a community of writers that pen notes and letters to customers on behalf of big businesses. The platform enables thousands of personalised messages to be written and help make an impact with the people who matter most to the company.
The business covers thank you notes, apologies and event invites and claims to have a 100 per cent open rate.
With more and more email campaigns being sent, Inkpact aims to provide a unique way to make sure messages get to the intended recipient.
Read on to find out which other inspiring firms have made the 2017 Future 50 listing of disruptive UK companies
Sector: Food
Date founded: 2014
Founders: Kim Antoniou, Tarryn Gorre
Location: London
Number of staff: 10
Kafoodle has two unique products, one that helps commercial kitchens keep up to date with allergens, nutrition and costings compliance, and another product that integrates with existing systems to communicate this data to the consumer.
In addition, in 2015 Kafoodle was awarded a £200k government grant from Innovate UK to take the model in to the social care sector. The Kafoodle Kare interface matches up care homes and hospitals meal plans with their patient administration system so that it can suggest what patients and long term residents should be eating based on their personal requirements.
Learning Heroes
Sector: e-learning
Date founded: 2014
Founders: Adam Kara, Aaron Kara, Ian Darlington, Mike McGann
Location: Cheshire
Number of staff: 16
Learning Heroes can be described as the "Netflix of the e-learning industry". It aims to reinvent online training for the YouTube generation, with shorter, sharper content and animated videos that can be accessed via tablets and mobile phones.
The business believes that, in the past, the industry was underserved as providers sought to launch the best features and capabilities but left content as an afterthought.
Learning Heroes puts its focus on supplying engaging content. It provides a low monthly subscription on a cancel anytime basis.
Sector: Media
Date founded: 2013
Founders: Maria Iontseva, Olga Egorsheva, Andrey Dmitriev
Location: London
Number of staff: 11
Lobster aims to solve the problem of social media piracy, as photos and videos are regularly being stolen from social media websites.
Lobster allows individuals to sell licenses for their content via a marketplace which can then be purchased by ad agencies, bloggers, the press and brands such as Google, Virgin Business and the Huffington Post.
The business uses artificial intelligence to sort and filter everything and help people find what they need. The AI is learning abstract notions such as "what is beauty".
Love the Sales
Sector: Retail
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Stuart McClure, Mark Solomon, David Bishop
Location: London
Number of staff: 4
Love the Sales aggregates all the discounted items on around 600 retailers onto one website, to make it easier for consumers in search of a bargain to find what they are looking for online. For retailers, this means customers are directed to their sale items faster and helps boost new customer acquisition.
Retail partners range from high street stores to designers, and include Michael Kors, House of Fraser, Vivienne Westwood, John Lewis, Pretty Green, Matches Fashion and Harrods.
Because it is an aggregator, it has a potential product catalogue far in excess of most retailers – around 500,000 at the time of writing, for example.
Mission Tie the Knot
Sector: Events
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Irene Kong, Francesca Bunce-Payne
Location: London
Number of staff: 2
Mission Tie the Knot spotted a gap in the market for a one-stop-shop for high quality wedding products. The founders believe that, while shops like Ebay, Etsy and Not on the High Street offer a trusted online marketplace experience, none provide a clutter-free experience for wedding shopping.
The business operates a system with commissions and no extra charges, which has earned the respect and loyalty of its team of over 100 sellers since it launched in June 2016. The business believes that its ethical approach to charges is responsible for its growing catalogue of sellers.
Read on to find out which other inspiring firms have made the 2017 Future 50 listing of disruptive UK companies
Sector: Financial services
Date founded: 2013
Founders: Martin Ijaha, Monica Kalia, Ezechi Britton
Location: London
Number of staff: 60
Neyber is a provider of financial employee benefits. It enables employees to reduce borrowing costs with access to affordable loans integrated with payroll – all at no cost to the employer.
The business was created when the founders saw a need for an alternative to the solutions offered by financial service providers whose high borrowing rates and low returns on savings have helped to create an unprecedented era of financial stress.
Neyber's mission is to pioneer the creation of workplace communities that will enable employees to borrow and save together at fairer rates and to cut credit costs.
Sector: Technology
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Anna Frankowska, Andrzej Frankowski
Location: London
Number of staff: 10
Nightset is a mobile app and web platform that connects the nightlife ecosystem. It aims to connect people with the party world in real-time, and people with each other via dating features.
In addition, venue owners and event organisers can manage their business accounts via the website and communicate, promote, and engage with users directly through the app.
According to Nightset, the UK nightlife market was worth £66bn as of 2015 and alcohol brands' ad expenditure is $2.05bn per year.
Sector: Marketing
Date founded: 2017
Founders: Daniel Dunn
Location: London
Number of staff: 3
Paperplanes is a direct mail company that generates relevant and personalised, physical media that lands with a customer 48 hours after it has identified interest via behaviour online.
The business believes that direct mail is still incredibly effective when done right. It uses tags to track online customer behaviour and provides a self-serve portal for clients to upload creative assets, product and customer lists simply as well as set a budget. It then triggers the programmatic generated direct mail personalised according to what the customer had browsed 48 hours after it tracked behaviour.
Sector: FinTech
Date founded: 2013
Founders: Chris Wessels – CTO, Anna Tsyupko – CEO; original founders have left the business
Location: London
Number of staff: 19
Paybase allows small businesses to integrate payments infrastructure into their products with a single API.
The product integrates with gaming and gambling products, P2P marketplaces or even challenger banks while removing many of the complexities of the financial services industry. It will take care of payments flow, regulation and compliance and risk management. There are no set-up fees or monthly minimums.
Paybase hopes to democratise financial infrastructure and empower entrepreneurs to create products powered by financial flows.
Sector: AI
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Ofri Ben Porat, Nadav Israel
Location: London
Number of staff: 18
Pixoneye analyses clients' end users' mobile photo galleries in a bid to provide real-time behavioural understanding.
The business embeds its technology into a client's app, which teaches the user's mobile device to analyse the photo gallery by 150 characteristics – including age, gender, income levels and hobbies.
Pixoneye claims that its accuracy is the same as Google's image classifier but is approximately 30 times smaller, which allows the process to occur on a mobile phone.
The potential market for this technology includes every company with an app who wants to understand its users and target them better. Pixoneye has split this into four verticals: publishers, brands, research and channels.
Read on to find out which other inspiring firms have made the 2017 Future 50 listing of disruptive UK companies
Sector: Media
Date founded: 2012
Founders: Glen Dormieux
Location: London
Number of staff: 2
Playrcart is a video commerce platform that enables online publications and social networks to moneytise the traffic on their sites by making video editorial immediately shoppable.
The idea was born out of an industry pain point, namely, the inability to purchase content or items from within a promotional video. Publishers and social media sites are now all largely digital, and it can be difficult to monetise. Playrcart hopes this new platform will be a solution to that problem.
The business reported 200m player interactions in 10 months and is planning to expand in Latin America.
Sector: Marketing
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Andrew Seel, Nigel Cooper
Location: Brighton
Number of staff: 6
Qubist is a social media marketing platform created by Qube Media that aims to enable brands to manage employees and customers at scale and increase brand awareness.
As an agency, Qube Media had found managing advocates for international brands extremely challenging. During the search for a software tool that would help brands reach out to advocates, manage them and offer them something of value – and failing to find it – Qubist was conceived and created.
Advocates (customers and employees) are invited to an advocate programme to connect social media channels and share brand content. The brands benefit from customer endorsements and the customers benefit by engaging with their favourite brands in a gamified, fun environment.
Sector: Sports
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Hassan Rajwani, Luke Gardiner
Location: Brighton
Number of staff: 3
REFSIX is a smartwatch and mobile app for grassroots referees. It speeds up the time it takes referees to deal with administration (recording match incidents and sending the information to leagues and associations) and also tracks the referees physical performance in games to help improve and to cater training programmes for them.
The app was nominated for Best New Concept at the Sports Technology Awards in 2016 up against Hawk Eye and BT. The app is now being piloted by London FA and has been used in Northern Ireland's SuperCup youth competition.
Rejuvenation Water
Sector: Food and drink
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Kris Ingham
Location: London
Number of staff: 4
Rejuvenation Water is an amino acid enriched spring water designed to help people deal with the rigours of modern life. A combination of Staffordshire spring water, natural fruit juices and a unique amino acid profile, the water claims to be beneficial for the immune system, cognitive function and for the synthesis of proteins.
Rejuvenation Water contains no added sugar, is low calorie and Vegan friendly. It won a Fine Food Guild Great Taste Award in 2016. It is listed at over 150 retailers, including John Lewis, Holland and Barrett and Spinney's – Dubai's largest supermarket.
Sector: Cyber safety
Date founded: 2013
Founders: Richard Pursey, Sharon Pursey
Location: Reading
Number of staff: 8
SafeToNet is a parental control system that blocks harmful content at the social messaging layer.
SafeToNet believes that existing parental control systems do not safeguard children from the abuse, harm and sexual predators on social networks. Using artificial intelligence and machine learning it aims to determine the sentiment of incoming and outgoing messages and in real-time blocks harmful content before it is seen and the damage is done. It identifies cyberbullying, sexting, trolling, grooming and other predatory risks. It is downloadable as an app on both Android and iOS or available as a URL.
Read on to find out which other inspiring firms have made the 2017 Future 50 listing of disruptive UK companies
Set Points Health
Sector: Healthcare
Date founded: 2017
Founders: Mark Martin
Location: Cheshire
Number of staff: 1
Set Points is a digital tool that will aim to help diabetic patients save their legs.
Most diabetic apps and programmes focus on structured education, diets and carb counting. Set Points shifts its focus to the user, and allows them to track their health while staying connected to friends, family and experts.
It will show users where they fit in the spectrum of diabetes and how to avoid complications such as blindness, kidney failure and amputations.
Set Points believes that the app is highly scalable and could help alleviate the burden of routine GP appointments.
Smart Driver Club
Sector: Social enterprise
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Penny Searles, Richard Cotton, Elizabeth Kittredge, Tommy Ahearne
Location: Hampshire
Number of staff: 20
The Smart Driver Club takes data collected from cars and uses it to give drivers a range of benefits to help cut their motoring costs and feel safer on the roads. One of the key disruptive innovations of Smart Driver Club is discounted motor insurance for good drivers. This has created a new channel for monitor insurance, which is currently dominated by price comparison sites.
The business was founded by a team that has worked with connected car data for over seven years in the UK, Australia and the US. Their expertise was mainly in collecting data and interpreting it for manufacturers and insurers but also displaying it to drivers through a variety of methods such as secure online portals and smartphone apps.
SnapDragon Monitoring
Sector: Tech
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Rachel Jones
Location: Edinburgh
Number of staff: 6
SnapDragon fights online fakes by identifying and removing counterfeits from online marketplaces. It uses its clients' registered intellectual property, such as trademarks and design rights, to protect brands and unsuspecting consumers.
Luxury goods shoppers rarely buy 'the wrong thing', the price difference between genuine and fake being significant. However, for smaller brands, the price differential between counterfeit and genuine is so small that the former looks like a great deal.
In the first two years of trading, SnapDragon has removed links to over USD$10bn of counterfeit goods on the online platforms, preventing these goods from reaching the street.
Smarty Software
Sector: Software
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Dr Farhad Reyazat, Agnes Gradzewicz
Location: London
Number of staff: 15
Smarty Software combines interface invoicing, email marketing automation and web design with data reporting, CRM, and appointment setting. The business aims to simplify processes for businesses by combining everything into one system, saving businesses money on multiple software.
The business is operating on a subscription model and has 200 clients and growing. It expects to see similar products emerging globally in the foreseeable future, but hopes to be well established and easily scalable by then.
Splitter HQ
Sector: Marketing
Date founded: 2013
Founders: Laurence Ridge, George Askew, Caitlin Williamson
Location: Lancashire
Number of staff: 2
Splitter HQ is a platform for businesses to create Short URLs and QR codes. These URLs are known as intelligent URLs. Businesses are able to use advanced targeting features which enables them to split traffic.
Businesses can direct users to mobile apps, a restaurant near them or a sale. The idea behind Splitter is that marketing is not complicated, businesses just need one URL instead of several.
Splitter offers advanced features that enable users to target users based on location, device, platform, time, date and more.
Its clients include the likes of Carlsberg, Co-RO, Lidl and Philips. In the future the business aims to become a leading marketing tool for businesses that want to simplify marketing whilst keeping a social presence. It also aims to expand its services to help CRM/marketing departments with analytical reports.
Read on to find out which other inspiring firms have made the 2017 Future 50 listing of disruptive UK companies
Sector: Care
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Cameron Graham
Location: Glasgow
Number of staff: 12
The idea for StoriiCare came when Graham was in hospital with kidney failure. He saw that another patient, an older man struggling with his memory, was much calmer when his granddaughter visited him and they looked through photographs of his life. However, he was surprised to learn that there was no go-to product to help carers with life story and reminiscence work in a care setting.
The StoriiCare product allows staff to access profiles filled with content uploaded by family for reminiscence therapy. Staff can also complete forms on the platform more quickly than they can write them on paper, saving a significant amount of time which is better spent with residents.
Stuart Delivery
Sector: Delivery
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Clément Benoit, Benjamin Chemla
Location: London
Number of staff: 90
Stuart is a deliveries business serving retailers, restaurants, major brands and SMEs. The Stuart platform operates on a simple API which connects businesses with local couriers.
The service can be white-labelled. Customers include Marks & Spencer, The Kooples, Zalando, Burger King, KFC, Carreffour and Daylesford. The business is able to deliver goods on behalf of its customers in as little as 30 minutes, or schedule them up to 30 days in advance.
Delivery options can significantly influence consumers. Stuart Delivery believes that in five years' time instant delivery and returns will be mainstream, and it hopes to be leading the pack.
Sector: Smart tech/ Housing
Date founded: 2015
Founders: Adam Fudakowski, Ian Napier, Russ Macmillan, Ed Warrick
Location: London
Number of staff: 8
Switchee has created a smart thermostat for large landlords which uses occupancy-learning technology to control residents' heating, reducing domestic energy bills and fighting fuel poverty. Unlike its main competitors, Switchee operates without WiFi.
Its landlord customers are typically managers of 10,000-100,000 homes. These customers can also aggregate the sensory data collected by smart thermostats to access previously unavailable insight into asset bases worth potentially billions of pounds.
Vision Technologies
Sector: Healthcare
Date founded: 2014
Founders: Piotr Imielski, Elodie Draperi, Stan Karpenko
Location: Birmingham
Number of staff: 7
Vision Technologies' GiveVision SightPlus product is a wearable technology that aims to increase quality of life, independence and mobility for people living with sight loss.
SightPlus claims to enable partially sighted people to see again by combining real-time video augmentation software (Machine Vision) with heads up display technology (AR) to enhance patient's remaining vision, which is particularly beneficial to those suffering from conditions such Age Related Macular Degeneration and Diabetic Retinopathy.
The company believes that by 2025 the sight-prosthetic system will completely solve the problem of sight loss for macular conditions.
Sector: Automotive
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Toby Kernon
Location: London
Number of staff: 10
The concept behind Wagonex is that people no longer need to own cars. It believes that the car industry has functioned the same way for too long and is on the cusp of a paradigm shift away from ownership, and it hopes to be a leading voice promoting user-ship and Cars as a Service.
Car dealerships are seeing falls in retail sales and profits driven only by upselling additional products. This model is unsustainable in the long-term. Wagonex is pushing for the membership model to sit alongside current options of buying, leasing and PCP agreements and feel that it will overtake and ultimately remove the current options.
Read on to find out which other inspiring firms have made the 2017 Future 50 listing of disruptive UK companies
Sector: Finance
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Richard Theo, Michelle Pearce, Richard Avery-Wright
Location: Cardiff
Number of staff: 13
Conceived as a low-cost alternative to traditional investing, Wealthify is an online investment service open to anyone who wants start investing, regardless of income or experience.
The business aims to democratise investing and turn one million savers into investors over the next decade. Currently, many people are put off by not being able to afford it or thinking it is too risky – Wealthify aims to change that.
It takes customers less than 10 minutes to become an investor, via PC, tablet or mobile. To build their plan, they decide how much they want to invest and how long for.
Wild Fizz Kombucha
Sector: Food and drink
Date founded: 2016
Founders: Gina Geoghegan, Luke Montgomery-Smith
Location: London
Number of staff: 2
Wild Fizz Kombucha is a raw sparkling tea with live cultures, healthy enzymes, minerals and vitamins. It was created after one of the founders was looking for a product like it in the UK to help reduce the symptoms of IBS, and when she couldn't find one she decided to make her own.
The business believes that cultured drinks are part of a growing trend of conscious eating and drinking. The brand hopes to spread the word on the healing properties of cultured drinks "one bottle of booch at a time".
Sector: Real estate
Date founded: 2013
Founders: Arie Barendrecht
Location: London
Number of staff: 23
WiredScore has dedicated itself to finding a way to help business owners assess the broadband connectivity of buildings so that when they come to choose an office they can be sure it meets the correct tech requirements.
Wired Certification is a benchmark for commercial property connectivity. It aims to help landlords and developers understand their digital infrastructure better and how well it meets tenants' needs. It also helps them market the positive investments they've made to potential tenants.
WiredScore works with over 60 prominent UK landlords, including: Blackstone, British Land, and Derwent London, to provide greater clarity into their properties' digital infrastructure.
Sector: Managed live chat
Date founded: 2014
Founders: Andy Soloman
Location: West Sussex
Number of staff: 90
Yomdel is a specialist live chat service for SMEs that focuses on the digital customer experience. Its 24/7 fully managed live chat service engages with people when they visit websites, and around 50 per cent of chats happen outside business hours.
Live chat is becoming an increasingly popular online communication channel. Detailed knowledge banks give chat operators critical information, while carefully constructed key operator questions act as a strategic engagement pathway to ensure clients get the results they crave.
Currently the business is going strong in the property sector, and is expanding across finance, automotive, and franchising industries.
Sector: Tech
Date founded: 2010
Founders: Jamie Graves
Location: Edinburgh
Number of staff: 36
ZoneFox is a specialist in cyber security. Its ZoneFox User Entity Behaviour Analytics (UEBA) platform enables organisations to harness the power of machine learning and endpoint threat detection to protect sensitive data from cybersecurity threats.
ZoneFox analyses historical and real time user behaviour around organisation's sensitive data and IP, spots any abnormalities and instantly raises an alert. IT and Security teams can then immediately take the appropriate action.
The platform focuses on detecting insider threats, targeted attacks and other cyber risks.


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The Made in Italy track of the Full-time Business Management Master's course was devised to help Italian manufacturing companies building a long-lasting and profitable global presence.
The course relies on managers able to combine the levers of creativity with economic results, and aims at analyzing the characteristics of the markets where to position oneself and the actions to be planned to establish one's organization in the country of choice.
Setting up a distribution network in a foreign market means not only understanding the culture and the structures of the hosting country, but also knowing in depth the territorial contexts where products and services originate from and the peculiarities of value chain and Italian businesses.
The Master's course is intended for students having different backgrounds and professional ambitions, but who share the same passion for the style and the quality typical of fashion, design, luxury goods and high-end vehicles. The class heterogeneity makes this journey rich in stimulating ideas and occasions to exchange views and opinions with managers and professionals taking part in the lectures.
Attending the Full-time Business Management / Made in Italy Master's course is a chance to look closely at the Italian excellence and to become its ambassadors abroad, through a journey that combines management skills and the skills needed to adjust to market variables. The Master's is part of the offer aimed at combining business administration with the characteristics of the related sectors.
The course features, over its 12 months of length, two cycle of classroom lectures and internships (600 hour per each participant) at leading companies, partners of Bologna Business School. The classes preceding the internship alternate lectures on the topics of Made in Italy management and practical exercises, by way of three corporate projects lasting a month each and a longer project, lasting over six months.
Would you like your passion to support the growth of the Italian excellence? Get in touch with the course program manager.
Angelo Manaresi
Director of Studies
" This master will provide you with the tools for understanding and improving the great collective brand called Made In Italy. In doing so, you will be prepared to contribute to future of the Made in Italy brand and determine the future competitive strategies for Italian businesses. "
The Master in Business Management – Made in Italy is is a full-time program structured in 1.500 hours of learning activities over 12 months of study, divided into: 360 hours of lecturing, an estimated 540 hours of independent study, and 600 hours of internship.
The structure of the Master is divided into three terms:
Classroom participation is about 30 hours per week structured in order to allow time to work in groups, while not neglecting individual students focus and management of interpersonal relationships.
The course is enriched by 3 extensive company projects with a sectorial approach (each lasting one month) that are spaced and integrated with classroom activities and case studies.
The Master offers Business Administration courses intended to consolidate the conceptual knowledge and the operational techniques that are applied to companies. There are also courses and projects with a focus on sectorial issues of Made in Italy. Business Administration courses are concentrated mainly in the first term and are common to all the Master specializations; while track specific courses and company projects take place in the second term.
Given the importance of English language in business, the School offers the opportunity to participate in English conversation sessions within the classroom.
The Master program is constantly updated and adjusted to market needs through continuous interaction between faculty and a specific Management Committee:
Antonio Allegra, Direttore Mercato Italia Stickers & Cards, Panini • Arrigo Berni, Amministratore Delegato, Moleskine • Giuseppe Bulone, Direttore Divisione Pelletteria, Dolce & Gabbana • Alessandro Chiesa, Responsabile Selezione, Ferrari Auto • Corrado Colli, Strategic Advisor, Reggio Children • Alberto Festa, Managing Director, VHERNIER • Michele Furlanetto, Consulente, Blum • Gianmarco Messori, CEO, Messori Italy • Gianni Romitti, Owner, KEYART SPA • Jenny Zanotti, Retail Director, Vicini
This course focuses on the main components of accounting, budgeting and cost analysis. In addition the course will train students on how to analyze economic-financial forecasts and budgets as well as understand the measurement and interpretation of the economic-financial performance of the company. Calculation and analysis in decision-making, management supervision, strategic control and strategic cost management will also be explored.
Paolo Ferri
Francesca Liverani
Over the last decade sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices have become paramount for companies as well as for the society at large. Although most companies have developed sustainability programs over the years, as they are cutting carbon emissions, reducing waste, and otherwise enhancing operational efficiency, we are witnessing a mishmash of sustainability tactics that does not add up to a sustainable strategy. To endure, a sustainable strategy has to cope with the competing – and apparently divergent – interests of all stakeholders: investors, employees, customers, governments, NGOs, society and the natural environment.
The purpose of this course is to initiate a debate around the role and functioning of modern corporations as sustainability challenges, opportunities and solutions emerge. In particular, the objective of the course is to detail and disentangle the links between sustainability, CSR and the key role that digital technologies can play as a mean to translate sustainable strategies into effective outcomes.
Within this perspective, three major learning outcomes are expected:
In order to achieve these objectives the course will combine (i) case studies and whole class discussion; (ii) talks by business leaders and managers dealing with sustainability issues; (iii) lectures.
The evaluation of how economically sound a project or investment is, determining the value of a company, understanding the fiscal variables which determine an optimal financial structure. Corporate governance, venture capital and the main issues inherent to the listing of companies on the stock exchange. The functions of the principle derived tools and their use when covering financial risks of the company.
Stefano Mengoli
The course aims to introduce students to the most relevant issues (foundational and more advanced) of digital technologies, discussing the most important present and future consequences on the lives of individuals and on the structure and functioning of organizations and processes. The main topics covered are: fundamentals of computational systems, artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, conversational systems, computational logic, networks and security.
Andrea Omicini
The objective of the course in Digital Marketing is to provide the necessary knowledge for successfully implementing a marketing strategy utilizing new information technology, analyzing the needs of the client, the company communication and sales. A principally quantitative approach for measuring the effectiveness of Digital Marketing activities, which finds their natural application in an online context (e.g. Social Media, E-Commerce, Direct Marketing), without overlooking the application of new technologies in an offline context (e.g. Apps and Mobile Marketing in a modern Retailing environment). At the end of the course, it is expected that the students will have acquired a high level of knowledge on the main tools used in the field of Digital Marketing, allowing them to: define and implement a coherent Digital Marketing strategy; select the best suited tools based on strategic objectives; monitor the effectiveness by means of rigorous analytical procedures.
Gabriele Pizzi
Alessandro Leoni
Alessandro Bonfiglioli
This course structure consists of select lectures and three company projects.
LECTURES: Cover the current and future trends in the markets and in the management of companies that carry out activities connected to Made in Italy. The penetration of international markets. The ways in which Made in Italy firms are present on the international stage: direct presence, agreements, business activities, manufacturing activities. The "made in" of other countries: similarities and differences with Made in Italy.
COMPANY PROJECTS: The course also includes 3 business projects of 1 month each. The projects are carried out by working in groups of 4-5 participants and begin with the presentation of the company by a manager of a company who is a partner in the School's network. The manager details to the group the scope of the project. During each project work, participants are assisted by a tutor; at the end of the month there is a meeting with the management and a presentation of the deliverables created by the participants. Teachers and management both provide an assessment, in order to review both the originality of the managerial solutions proposed as well as the practical feasibility and implementation potential in a real business context.
Angelo Manaresi
From business model to marketing operational plan. The basic conceptual and quantitative tools necessary to understand, analyze, and build relationships that a company establishes with its own market: the centrality of the customer, the study of purchasing behavior, the processes of segmentation and positioning, development of new products and diffusion of innovation, pricing decisions, distribution and communication.
Barbara Lorenzini
Angelo Manaresi
Introduction to marketing research: descriptive analysis. Utilizing probability and hypothesis in marketing research. Design and technical development finalized for collecting primary data. Data analysis: regression. Segmentation and clustering techniques. Perceptual maps and positioning.
Sara Valentini
Alessandra Zammit
The course focuses on issues related to the management of materials along the supply chain, from suppliers to distribution channels. In this regard, they have a vital role. Managerial and organizational decisions made about the relationships with external companies with which we relate to, are the focal point of the course. In analyzing the vertical relationships between firms, the course seeks to develop: sensitivity to the Strategic Importance of the reports, the technical and managerial knowledge needed to deal with the decisions in the matter and organizational skills needed to manage them.
Andrea Zanoni
Alberto Regattieri
The educational sessions provide different learning methods, including lectures, simulations, discussions of case studies, presentations by companies, testimonials and group work.
The curriculum is complete with a series of Master Lectures given by professionals from the world of business, academia, and politics, which also provide numerous opportunities for discussion and interaction with the business world through case histories.
The program is developed in close collaboration with business partners both during the courses and during the three sectorial company projects; the didactic approach is totally different from traditional university courses, as the lessons of the Master provide practical tools which allow practitioners to carry out concrete projects.
This project vision consists of:
The integration with companies is a priority and an ever-present feature of all programs of the Bologna Business School, hence for the Master in Business Management – Made in Italy too.
The School is fully committed to creating employability, by way of a systematic career service action, constantly focused on matching at best the students' professional projects with the needs companies have.
The internship is an exceptional springboard, suffice it to say that six months after the end of the Full-time Masters at Bologna Business School on average 90% of students work in a company.
The BBS Career Service assists and supports students since the very beginning, along a training and professional development path. This is accomplished by organizing a series of workshops, with the aim of providing the fundamental tools and resources to be appropriately prepared for the labor market.
To achieve this goal, students are involved in several workshops, among which we may list:
In addition to this, thanks to the collaboration with professional career counselors, students receive a customized service, in order to understand their strengths and to build a professional development plan, which will turn out to be helpful when looking for an internship. Here follow some of the activities:
Trough the Master in Business Management – Made in Italy it is possible, once having completed in the companies the years of experience required, to become a Brand and Product Manager.
Emanuele Ferraris
Motorbike Product Manager - Racing and Sport, Dainese
MGI - Made in Italy (A.Y. 2016/2017)
"The Master's degree at the BBS was a much-needed choice after graduating with a degree in "Marketing and Brand Management". In carrying out an entrepreneurial initiative, I felt the need to acquire transversal skills in business management. But the Master was not only this: I was given the opportunity to learn from leading professionals in an informal way as can hardly happen elsewhere. This led me not only to successfully achieve my initial goal, but to grow personally and make a difference in the world of work."
Veronica Rota
Retail & E-commerce Merchandiser, Inditex
MGI - Made in Italy (A.A. 2015/2016)
"Il Master mi ha permesso di approfondire le conoscenze acquisite con la Laurea Triennale e di metterle in pratica. L'approccio manageriale del Master mi ha dato la possibilità di affrontare problematiche molto simili a quelle che oggi riscontro in azienda. I project work mi hanno permesso di utilizzare la teoria per sviluppare soluzioni da applicare a casi aziendali, sviluppando capacità di problem-solving e di team work. Il confronto costante con docenti e colleghi è stato fondamentale per acquisire anche le soft skills molto apprezzate dalle aziende."
Debora Boetti
Junior Buyer, Game7Athletics
MGI - Made in Italy (A.A. 2014/2015)
"Dopo aver conseguito una Laurea Triennale in Management e Marketing, sentivo la necessità di acquisire le giuste competenze per entrare il prima possibile in contatto con il mondo del lavoro. Il Master mi è sembrato il percorso ideale per raggiungere il mio obiettivo.
Entrare a far parte di BBS significa assistere ogni giorno a testimonianze di imprenditori, ex studenti e docenti, da cui trarre stimoli ed insegnamenti. Il master mi ha saputo "guidare" e formare: è stato un percorso impegnativo, che ha richiesto sacrifici ad oggi ricompensati da tanta soddisfazione."
Elena Bruni
Process Management Governance & PEP, Automobili Lamborghini
MGI - Made in Italy (A.A. 2014/2015)
"Dopo una laurea triennale in Management e Marketing sentivo la voglia di toccare con mano ciò che vuol dire lavorare per un'azienda italiana, in Italia, oggi. Inoltre la mia passione sono sempre stati i motori: quale luogo migliore quindi del centro della MotorValley per svolgere un Master utile alla mia carriera lavorativa! Il Master è stata la scelta vincente: mi ha permesso di mettermi costantemente in gioco e di imparare ciò che ora metto in pratica nella prestigiosa realtà in cui ho l'opportunità di lavorare."
Arianna Miscugli
Junior Product Manager - Marketing Innovation, Ferrero
MGI - Made in Italy (A.Y. 2014/2015)
"After a three-year degree in Management and Marketing I was looking for a path strongly oriented to the world of work. During the Master I had the opportunity to get in touch with many people with different backgrounds and experiences far from mine. This, as well as enriching me humanly and professionally, has allowed me to broaden my views and to have a 360 degree view on many aspects. An intense path that requires a lot of effort and concentration but highly educational and that is giving me satisfaction: a perfect bridge between the university and the real world."
Chiara Masin
Junior Product Manager, Champion Europe Group
MGI - Made in Italy (A.Y. 2013/2014)
"For me, the Master was a wonderful springboard for the world of work. Coming from a course of humanistic studies, the Master allowed me to access and learn about the world of economics and marketing. I have lived an experience as demanding as it is valid and rewarding. I suggest it, not only for the training it offers, but also and above all for its growth opportunities."
The goal of the Career Service is also to allow students to connect with national and international companies. Over the years, Bologna Business School has managed to establish a wide-ranging network and a sound partnership with leading companies in Italy, thanks to a personalized approach, based on each company's needs. The collaboration features the following activities:
Our partners are the foremost supporters of our students, with the provision of scholarships, internships and professional opportunities.
The partner companies of the Bologna Business School for the Master in Business Management – Made in Italy are:
The tuition fee for the Master is 11.200 euros (VAT free) to be paid in three installments:
The fee includes participation in theMaster, all the study material available through the online platform, and access to the Alma Bologna Business School such as: personal account for the Alma wi-fi, use of the PCs in the Computer Lab, access to the study areas, access to the internal gym, special rates for the School restaurant.
Furthermore, the fee gives participants the right to take advantage of the supporting activities of the School, such as the language courses and the master lectures by invitation.
Free parking is also available within the BBS campus.
Additionally, with the Student Card of the University of Bologna, students have access to all of the university facilities, including over 100 libraries, digital resources and study halls (including databases and online subscriptions); the three city center canteens and all university student related discount offers. More information are available on the site of the University of Bologna: http://www.unibo.it/it/servizi-e-opportunita
Participants are eligible to apply for Honor Loan with subsidised rate up to the complete coverage of the application fee.
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Bologna Business School provides merit-based partial scholarships to the leading candidates in the selection process. Furthermore, at the end of the master, the School assigns a prize to the best student.
The cost of the Master can be covered in full or partially by third parties: public bodies, foundations, or companies.
The competition announcement published by INPS supports the participation in 1st and 2nd level University Masters through the provision of scholarships up to a maximum of 10,000 euros.
The scholarships are reserved for children and orphans of members and public pensioners. It is possible to check the methods of access to the scholarships on the INPS portal by submitting your application no later than 12.00 on 30 October 2019.
Applying is open to anyone holding an undergraduate degree of the old and new system. The degree must be obtained on or before the enrollment deadline of the Master.
For auditors, an undergraduate degree is not necessary.
Admission to the Master requires the student to pass the selection process, which consists of:
This Master's is open to all applicants with a bachelor's degree obtained before the enrolment deadline of each round. Application steps:
Documents to send to email@example.com are:
The selection process will be held at Bologna Business School. In line with the number of available places, admission to the program is granted according to the position on the list of qualified candidates, drawn up on the basis of the total score awarded at the end of the admissions process.
Faculty members at Bologna Business School work together offering outstanding teaching standards. An international and interdisciplinary approach is guaranteed by a joint team of distinguished national core professors, adjunct, visiting professors, guest speakers and top managers.
Fabio Ancarani
Associate Dean - Full Professor of Marketing
University of Bologna
Alessandro Bonfiglioli
Managing Director
Pietro Bottazzi
Business Consultant
Gilberto Cavallina
CEO and Co-Founder Comuni-Chiamo and Adjunct Professor
University of Bologna
Celestino Ferrari
Full Professor of Corporate Communication
Alberto Festa
Roberto Grandi
Full Professor of Sociology of Communication
University of Bologna
Francesca Liverani
Consultant and Adjunct Professor of Economics and Business Administration
University of Bologna
Mariolina Longo
Associate Professor
University of Bologna
Mariolina Longo
Associate Professor of Management Engineering
University of Bologna
Barbara Lorenzini
Consultant and Adjunct Professor of Economics, Marketing and Statisctics
University of Bologna
Angelo Manaresi
Full Professor of Economics and Business Management
University of Bologna
Stefano Mengoli
Full Professor of Corporate Finance
University of Bologna
Andrea Omicini
Full Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (DISI)
University of Bologna
Gabriele Pizzi
Associate Professor
University of Bologna
Alberto Regattieri
Full Professor of Industrial Mechanical Systems
University of Bologna
Sara Valentini
Associate Dean - Associate Professor of Marketing
University of Bologna
Alessandra Zammit
Assistant Professor of Marketing
University of Bologna
Andrea Zanoni
Full Professor of Business Administration
University of Bologna


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Below we have a list of what's on in Orkney. Orkney is busy with events and activities throughout the summer months, this list may be able to inspire your holiday plans.
Our links page might help you with other interests you might have.
Music and Arts
The Orkney music scene is very active, along with the festival events you can often see live music in various venues in Kirkwall, Stromness and on the Isles.
The Reel is a focal point for music in Kirkwall.
13-15 April 2019 Orkney Jazz Festival (Stromness Hotel)
23 – 26 May 2019 Orkney Folk Festival Local music festival featuring a number of bands and performances.
21 – 26 June 2019 St. Magnus Festival. Music and Arts festival including performances from artists from all over the world.
28 – 30 September 2018 Orkney Blues Weekend
The Pier Art Centre has exhibitions throughout the year featuring works from local and international artists as well as the permanent collection. Well worth a visit, in Stromness.
Orkney is popular for many activities, some of which you may be able to plan for your self, for example bridwatching, walking, surfing and cycling. If you would like to hire a bicycle during your stay Cycle Orkney will be able to help.
16th June 2019 Hoy Half Marathon, a gruelling race across the hilly island of Hoy.
7th July 2019 St. Magnus Marathon. A run from Kirkwall to Birsay organised by the Birsay Community Association.
14th-20th May Orkney Nature Festival, organised by RSPB Scotland.
11th August 2018 Orkney County Show, Orkney's main agricultural show held in Kirkwall.
Orkney Science Festival Lectures, talks and family entertainment.
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happy thursday!
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Maybe you can still have the ice cream. That would feel so good on your throat ;)ReplyDelete
- Sarah
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Hope you get feeling better shortly! Icecream in a waffle cone sounds SO GOOD right now!ReplyDelete
Ice cream dates are the best.ReplyDelete
xo erica
- AnonymousMay 4, 2012 at 2:58 AM
You can have icecream sick dates :) Eat icecream with the fella in bed! And a two spoons! and a tub ;) It always makes my throat feel better!ReplyDelete
aw lovely post, I hope you get better soon!ReplyDelete
what type of camera do you have in the prev post?
Ice Cream may feel good against a sore throat. Have him bring some in and do the date in the house :) I hope you feel better! That ice cream does look really delicious.ReplyDelete
I had strep once...miserable.ReplyDelete
Icecream might feel good thought against your sore throat :)
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There is nothing more important than a good night's sleep. Getting enough rest sets you up for a good day. As important as this is for adults, it's even more important for kids. This is true whether they sleep in a traditional bed, bunk bed or sofa. Of course, the type of bed you have greatly affects the type of mattress you need. If you have a bunk bed, you'll want to make sure that you find the best mattress for bunk beds, so that your little ones can get the rest they need.
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Firm 6-inch mattress with tempered steel coils and a foam layer, surprisingly durable, CertiPUR-US certified
- Tempered steel coils + felt pad + foam comfort layer + quilted memory foam
- Firmness: medium-firm
- CertiPUR-US certified
- 10-year warranty
OVERALL RATING: 10 out of 10
This medium-firm feeling mattress is perfectly ideal for use on a bunk bed. It is 8 inches thick, making it just the right size to stay put and keep the user at the right height, which is super important when you have a little one high up on a top bunk.
This is a hybrid mattress, which combines soft and cozy memory foam on the top, with a more traditional innerspring system in the middle. When combined, these two systems provide a comfortable and supportive sleep experience that is tough to beat.
The memory foam on the top is encased in a soft, knit fabric cover, which will help to keep the memory foam from wearing out too quickly. The only problem with this, however, is that this makes the mattress a bit less breathable and therefore a bit warmer than some others that are available for purchase.
- Soft, yet supportive hybrid mattress
- Perfect size for a bunk bed
- Fabric topper for added durability
- Fabric topper might cut down on breathability
- Independently encased coil system + 1.6-inch layers of memory foam on the top and bottom; two-sided construction extends the life of the mattress
- Firmness: firm
- CertiPUR-US certified
- 1-year warranty
OVERALL RATING: 9.7 out of 10
While the first mattress on this list is, without a doubt, our number one, tip-top, absolute favorite, this one is a close second. You can only get it at one firmness setting, which is firm. So if you, or your child, really need a stiffer mattress, then look no further than this one right here!
It is an 8-inch thick mattress, which makes it ideal for use in bunk beds. It is constructed of three different layers. On the top and the bottom are memory foam for coolness and comfort, and in the middle are independently encased springs for support.
This design makes this one of the most durable mattresses out there. Why, you ask? To put it simply, it's because you can flip the whole thing over and sleep on either side! This helps to reduce the wear and tear that the mattress is put through on a daily basis, and instead allows you to spread that same punishment out over many years.
- Can be flipped for added durability
- Perfect size for bunk beds
- Independently encased springs for superb support
- Only 1-year warranty
- 5-inch coil layer + 2 high-density foam layers + 1-inch cool gel foam + 1.5-inch soft foam layer
- Firmness: medium firm
- CertiPUR-US certified
- 10-year warranty
OVERALL RATING: 9.5 out of 10
Olee Sleep 10 Inch Gel Infused Innerspring Mattress is a hybrid mattress, since it has both gel foam and innerspring support systems. These two systems are combined perfectly to provide a solid, yet comfortable medium-firm mattress that would be great for kids and adults alike.
Another great feature of this mattress is how cool it will keep the sleeper. The gel memory foam, which is embedded in the mattress near the top, allows for such a high level of breathability that you'll hardly even notice that you're against anything. Instead, you will simply be left with a cool and refreshing night's rest.
Also, this mattress can rest on whatever you'll place it: box spring, platform, or slats. It's a good mattress for the price, and many customers noticed that it's really comfortable. The 10-year warranty is another pleasant bonus.
You can also allow your children to sleep on this mattress comfortably, knowing that it has been thoroughly tested and has received both the CertiPUR-US and OEKO-TEX certifications. These two institutions have completely vetted this mattress, and have affirmed it to be both safe for use and absent of harmful substances or allergens.
- Nationally recognized certifications
- High-quality materials
- Durable
- Cool all night
- Can be too high, so check out your bed measurements
- Traditional innerspring covered with thin layer of foam
- Firmness: extra firm
- CertiPUR-US certified
- 10-year warranty
- Comes in a set of two mattresses
OVERALL RATING: 9.0 out of 10
This set of mattresses (that's right, it's a set of two!) is a tremendous value. For basically the price of one mattress, you can have your whole bunk bed system covered with this purchase. Of course, you should make sure that the extra-firm firmness level is the right fit for your kids, or they might have a tough time getting enough rest.
The reason that these mattresses are so firm is easy to see. They are some of the thinnest mattresses out there, measuring a quite skinny 6 inches thick to fit in a bunk bed easily. The reason that they are so thin (and therefore so firm) is that they only have a thin layer of foam that covers their inner springs. While this thickness is ideal for use with bunk beds, the lack of padding might not be.
Since they are missing out on a good deal of padding that other mattresses have, you could expect that these mattresses might wear out relatively quickly. Luckily, if that should happen, they are covered by a ten-year warranty.
- Two pack
- Ten-year warranty
- Ideal thickness for bunk bed
- Lack of padding might lead to durability issues
- 3-zone coil spring system + heavyweight organic cotton batting + cotton insulator pads + GOTS certified organic cotton
- Firmness: medium firm
- GREENGUARD Gold Certified
- 10-year warranty
OVERALL RATING: 9.0 out of 10
If you have any sort of allergy concerns for your child or yourself, then this might be a good mattress to try out. It is made with certified organic cotton and has manufactured in such a manner that it does not have any unnecessary chemicals or plastics added into it. This makes it a great choice for individuals with sensitive skin.
This mattress, which is medium-firm, is a bit on the thicker side, measuring almost ten inches thick. This would make it a better choice for a bottom bunk mattress for a younger child, or a top bunk option for an older kid. Since it is so thick, there is the chance that a younger child or a more restless sleeper may accidentally roll off.
The thickness does help to make this an extremely durable mattress. The springs are not individualized but are connected as a system. This helps to the mattress firm all over for a longer time.
- Organic composition
- Coil spring system for durability
- There might be a specific smell
- Some customers report sagging after a year or two of use
- 4-inch high-density support foam + 1-inch gel memory foam + polyester cover
- Firmness: firm
- CertiPUR-US certified
- 25-year warranty
OVERALL RATING: 8.5 out of 10
This is one of the only mattresses we looked at that doesn't use any sort of spring system whatsoever. This mattress is manufactured with different foams to provide support for the sleeper. Most of the 5 inches of thickness for this mattress are made up of high-density foam, with the last inch being a gel memory foam topper. When these parts are combined, they come together to create a firm feeling mattress that would fit very well on any bunk bed.
However, since there are no springs, you would have to make sure that this mattress is rotated quite often. Otherwise, the gel memory foam topper will start to degrade to the point where it will be completely flat. After that, you would be left with only the high-density foam for support. Luckily, this CertiPUR-US certified mattress comes with a 25-year warranty, which is one of the longest warranties out there for a mattress.
- Slim design makes it perfect for bunk beds
- 25-year warranty
- Lightweight; easy to move
- Has to be rotated often
- 5-inch pocket coil spring + 2 layers of high-density foam + 1.5-inch pressure relieving foam
- Firmness: medium
- Green Foam certified foam
- 20-year warranty
OVERALL RATING: 8.5 out of 10
This mattress, which is 8 inches thick, relies on a combination of two different types of foam (high-density and pressure relieving) and individual pocket springs to provide a medium firmness level sleeping experience. This size and firmness level makes a great choice for anyone but the youngest sleepers.
This mattress comes with a 20-year warranty, which is one of the longest warranties on the market. This is a good thing, too, since you will have to make sure that you rotate it often. The reason for this is that you don't want to put too much wear and tear on the individual springs. Since they are not connected to a system, you run the risk of one spring or a couple of springs failing, which would create uncomfortable pressure points. If, however, the mattress is rotated every other month or so, this shouldn't be an issue.
- Perfect thickness for bunk beds
- 20-year warranty
- Budget-friendly
- Has to be rotated often
- Tempered steel coils + supportive felt pad + 1-inch foam cover
- Firmness: firm
- CertiPUR-US certified
- 10-year warranty
OVERALL RATING: 8.0 out of 10
This is, without a doubt, one of the simplest and most straightforward mattresses out there. It has a slim foam topper, which covers over tempered steel coils. While this makes it sound as though it wouldn't' be all that durable, this is not the case. The steel coils are surprisingly strong and should last a good long while, even if you don't remember to rotate the mattress all that often.
Of course, this firm mattress might not be the most comfortable on a bunk bed, since you cannot use a box spring with it. The metal coils, while very supportive, do not give a whole lot, which might make it harder for your little one to get comfortable.
- Slim, straightforward design
- Durable
- Not a lot of give
Mattress Type
There are several different types of mattress available for use with bunk beds. These include:
- Gel. Gel mattresses are especially soft since they utilize soft gel-infused foam.
- Memory Foam. Memory foam mattresses utilize polyurethane foam, which contours to the sleeper's body.
- Latex. Latex foam mattresses are a bit stiffer than others since they are somewhat plastic-feeling.
- Pillow-top. Pillow-top mattresses can be made from any type of material. They get their name from the extra soft layer of pillow-like upholstery that is sewed to the top.
- Innerspring. This is highly considered to be the best type of mattress for kids, since it is the most durable. The support system in this type of mattress is a system of springs that are insulated in padding. These types of mattresses hold their shape the best out of all the different types.
Since bunk beds are relatively shallow in comparison to other beds, you want to make sure that you get a mattress that isn't too thick. Your best bet is to aim for something in the 6 inch to 10-inch thickness range. If you go any thicker than that you run the risk of falling overboard at night. Also, you can add waterproof mattress protector in case of an accident.
The firmness of the mattress describes how much give it will provide the sleeper. The firmer the mattress, the less the person laying on it will sink in. The firmness level of a bunk bed mattress depends on two things: the age of the child and their preferences.
If you are shopping for a bunk bed mattress for a younger kid, ages 4 or younger, you will want to go for a firmer mattress. This will help to ensure that there are no suffocation hazards. For an older child, the firmness level is more dependent on what they think is comfortable. Just like adults, some kids prefer softer mattresses, while others like the feel of a firmer bed.
Since we are focusing on bunk bed mattresses here, you will need to be sure that you are looking at twin size mattresses. Anything larger than that and you won't be able to fit it on the bed properly.
Since you are most likely buying this mattress for a child, you want to be sure that you get one that has a high level of durability. Otherwise, you'll have to replace it very quickly, which will end up wasting a ton of money.
If you have a younger child, it might not be a bad idea to invest in a waterproof mattress as well, since there is a good chance of nighttime accidents. This will add another layer of protection to help the mattress last even longer.
There are several different institutions and certification boards that certify mattresses. Each of them covers different types of mattresses and manufacturing processes. What you need to do is a consumer is to make sure that the mattress that you wish to purchase has a certification label on it. If it does not, it has not been thoroughly tested and will most likely be a poor quality product.
Safety from Allergens
A hypoallergenic mattress will be made with materials that have been proven through trial and error and clinical studies to help eliminate allergic reactions in sleepers. Even if you don't think your child is allergic to anything, the last time you want to find out is in the middle of the night when they can't sleep because of their mattress.
The breathability of the mattress refers to how much airflow will be allowed to reach the sleeper during the night. This is an important consideration since a mattress lacking in breathability will make it difficult for the sleeper to regulate their body temperature, which will make for a fitful night's rest.
Is a Box Spring Necessary?
Most bunk beds do not utilize box springs like regular, one-level beds. What this means for you is that you need to be sure to find a mattress that has enough support and durability built into it so that a box spring is unnecessary. If you don't, then you run the risk of getting a high-quality and expensive mattress that will fall apart quickly because it wasn't designed to be used without a box spring.
Child's needs
Every child is different, so you need to be sure that you take your own child's individual needs into account when you are purchasing a mattress. Be sure that you think about the type of sleeper that they are, whether they prefer a firm or softer mattress, or have any allergy needs before you make your purchase.
Check out this detailed mattress buying guide by Consumer Reports.
So there you have it! Now you know everything that you need to make sure that you can get your hands on the best mattress for bunk beds! Hopefully, you can find the mattresses of your dreams after reading this article. Thank you so very much for taking the time to read it! Good luck, and sweet dreams!
In our opinion, the best mattress for bunk beds has to be the LinenSpa 8" Memory Foam and Innerspring Hybrid Mattress. Its combination of durability, comfort, and support make it the mattress to get, and we highly recommend that you check it out!
- Soft, yet supportive hybrid mattress
- Perfect size for a bunk bed
- Fabric topper for added durability
- Fabric topper might cut down on breathability


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In today's article, we're going to present you a natural remedy that can be prepared by easily available ingredients and you should always prepare it and keep it at home. It's excellent for your overall health. This amazing remedy will boost your immune system, improve your organs and metabolism, but also purify your blood. It's also excellent for the process of losing weight because it can remove all the harmful matters from your body!
Take a look at the recipe!
*Garlic portion drink*
- Twelve peeled garlic cloves
- Half a liter of red wine
First, you should chop the garlic finely. Put it chopped like that in a glass jar and pour the wine over. Shut the jar tightly. Keep it in a sunny are for a period of 2 weeks. Remember to shake the mixture every day. After this period passes, strain the mixture and then keep the remaining liquid in a bottle that will be made of dark glass. Take 1 tablespoon of the potion 3 times a day for a period of 1 month. Make a break of 6 months as this natural remedy is very strong.
It is abundant in various medicinal properties among which the most important are anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antibiotic and anticancer properties. It is also excellent for toxin removal, blood cleaning, treatment of various inflammatory diseases, cholesterol reducing, metabolism improvement, elimination of the excess of salt, fat burning, heart and blood vessels' health, energy boosting and stamina increasing.
Red wine is abundant in resveratrol, a compound with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is excellent for the prevention of blood clot formation which can later cause heart attacks or heart failure. It also destroys cancer cells, but also stops their spreading.
Garlic is excellent for the improvement of the heart and brain health. It has a stimulating effect on our memory, but also protects our body cells, prevents various infections of viral and bacterial origin, promotes the process of weight loss as well as reduces the cholesterol levels and the high blood pressure.
Article and image source: www.naturalhealthyteam.com | thebestremedies.com


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Fantastic Recommendations On Video Gaming That Happen To Be Simple To Understand
Some adults tend to use video gaming to let off steam. Some enjoy them because they're socializing with individuals they know. Others want to use them to get their thoughts outside the bad things happening around them. Regardless of the reasons you play, this advice can assist you play better.
It is important to know the way online games are rated. Games aren't just for kids anymore, so don't assume every game is family-friendly.
The rating system begins at EC for youngsters aged 3 and older and ends at AO (Adults Only.) If you are purchasing a game for somebody aside from yourself, ensure it is age-appropriate.
Be sure to take cover if reloading a weapon during the shooting game. You depart yourself accessible to attack while reloading in the open. You do not want this being you! Reload when you are under cover.
Wake up frequently as you play a game title. Gaming encourages repetitive motions so you must move about periodically to prevent feeling stuck in position. You have to keep the muscles active to protect yourself from cramps and blood clots. This really is for your health.
Most games feature helpful parental controls. Maybe the game can be played over the Internet. If it is, you need to put limits on Web access for your children. You may also desire to check their friends requests and limit the time period they play to be safe.
Today, there are tons of online games where you could be asked to purchase something with actual life currency in order to acquire more from it. Weigh both options carefully, particularly if considering any purchase. They also provide you with some enjoyment inside your computer game playing. However, they are able to also save time.
Learn everything you can about the gaming console's content and safety settings. You may find settings that enable you to block certain kinds of content from the kids. You might even be able to customize content restrictions for each person in your family.
You might like to consider letting your children play video gaming with a console as opposed to over a PC. Consoles permit you to control their privacy, security settings, and content because they can bypass these restrictions online. A games console provides a more protected environment for game experience.
Be certain that you know the rating of the game before letting kids play ithttp://www.youtube.com/embed/omXBPyzLJk0 Some games contain violent or sexual content that is certainly not designed for anyone under 18. Youngsters should definitely stop being playing these games. Children who definitely are exposed to these games can experience behavioral changes and nightmares.
Exercise with online games! It is a new trend which is helping people incorporate fitness into game play. Some games provde the capability to do yoga or other types of physical exercises. It is possible to enhance your level of fitness in the home.
NOw that you know a little bit more about online games you will have a large amount of fun getting started. Therefore, you must win more often and also a great deal more fun while playing. Keep learning and you'll be described as a superior gamer right away!.


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1) The Runaway Princess by Hester Browne: B
Books bought: +6
Books read: -12
TBR pile: -6
Category Romance - 1
-->(Contemporary - 1)
Contemporary Romance - 3
Historical Romance - 4
-->(Regency - 4)
Romantic Suspense/Mystery - 1
Young Adult - 2
Fiction - 1
It doesn't look like so from the grades and number of reads, but I felt February was a hard month for me. Just because there was a period where I didn't really enjoy what I was reading :( Luckily, the end of the month was so much better! I have to say, i don't remember much of my February month, but given how my reading year is going, I'm happy with 12 books :)
What about you? How was February?


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Cool Santa Banta Jokes
Making fun of Sardars does not mean we are abusing them. It simply means we are acknowledging Sardarjis are the one of the coolest people who can live and have fun by poking jokes at themselves. Sardars are the one of the best people of the world and jokes on them are not to ignore or hurt. Sardarjis or anyone else for that matter we have enjoyed Sardarji Jokes for different ages. Santa Banta is name of the two Sardarji characters, which make fun of both of them. Santa Banta jokes are just as an example of having fun with humor.
Laughter is the best medicine and reduces lots of stress. That's why there are lots of laughter clubs there to make you laugh. It is good effect also. We become what we think. So why not change out manner and make the world laughing. Health is wealth and we do all the things to make us feel good. Santa and Banta jokes are most popular in whole world, each every child can tell you. So below are some of the brilliantly jokes to make you laugh.
Cool Santa Banta Jokes:
- Santa and Jeeto were on an African Safari when a lion sprang out of nowhere & dragged Jeeto with his jaws.
Jeeto: Shoot him, Shoot him!
Santa: I can't. I ran out of film.
- Santa: yar Banta tu mujhse bahut sari baten chupata h….
Banta: nahi yar aisa nahi h…
Santa: nahi yar tune chupai h mujhse baat.
Banta: nahi chupai yar…
Santa: Mai bol raha Hun Na ki mujhe pata h tune mujhse baat chupai h…
Banta: acha to phir Bata na ki kya baat chupai h.
Santa: sale jab tune baat chupa hi li to mujhe kaise pata chalega ki tune kaun si baat chupai h…
- Santa na ek college khola, Naam kya rakha hoga,
Guess karo,
Nahi pata,
Naam Tha Women's College for Boys.
- Santa Qabristan Me Charas Pi Raha Tha
Police-Kya Kar Rahe Ho?
Santa- Abu K Liye Dua,
Police- Ye To Bachche Ki Qabr Hai
Santa-Abbu Bachpan Me Hi Mar Gaye The.
- Santa 'London' Me Double Store Bus Me Baitha.
Conductor Ne Use Uper Bhej Diya.
Santa Bhagta Hua Neche Wapas Aaya Aur Bola
"Marwayega" Kya Uper To Driver Hi Nahi Hai.
- Class Mein Teacher Ne Santa Se Pucha
Teacher: Radio or News Paper Mein Kya Farq Hai?
Santa Ne Kuch Der Socha Aur Bola,
Dekho Madam,
News Paper Mein Hum Roti Lapet Ke Le Ja Sakte Hai,
Magar Radio Mein nahi Le Ja Sakte
- Santa Electric Shop Pe Gaya Aur
Dukandar Se Bola
Santa: Ek Kala Bulb Dena
Dukandar: Bhai Sahab,
Kale Bulb Ka Kya Karoge?
Santa: Yaar,
Dopaher KO Andhera Karke Sone Ka
Mazaa Hi Kuch Aur Hai.
- Santa Chow Mein Banane Wale Ko,
Bahut Der Se Ghoor Rha Tha,
Jab Woh Tang Aa Gaya Toh,
Chow Mein Wale Se Bola,
Saale Jab Bik Nahi Rhi Toh,
Kadai Kyu Tod Rha Hai.
- Santa Baar Baar Apne Santan Ke,
Khushnasibi Ki Duaa Maangta Tha…
Aisa VO Kai Saalo Se Kar Rha Tha
One Day Ek Farishta Aaya Uske Pass Or Bola
Bhagwaan Ke Liye Bhaii.
Pahle Tu Shadi to Kar.
- Ek budiya cinema hall me cold drink ki bottle leke baithi thi.
Kabhi 15 mint me ghunt leti to kabhi 20 minute me.
Pass Bethe sardar KO gussa AA Gaya.
Usne bottle uthai aur puri ek ghut me pi Gaya aur bola Aise pi jata he cold drink.
Budhiya boli: Beta me to pan ki pichkari thuk rahi thi..!!
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Not only is the name of their band, Bobby Joe Ebola And The Children MacNuggits fun to say, these dudes are fun to watch.
They're a little bit comedy, tongue-in-cheek singer/songwriter, and every once in a while they sound a bit ska.
They're like the opposite of Prozac with the same effect. We're all going to die, bad things happen, so let's make fun of our silly multiple rides around the sun and not let pesky things like disease or death get in our way.
And any band who lists Lenny Bruce and George Carlin as influences is groovy in my book.
Bobby Joe Ebola And The Children MacNuggits, Thursday at Thee Parkside. 9:30 p.m. $8.


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John's gospel concludes this way:
"Now there are also many other things that Jesus did. Were every one of them to be
written, I suppose that the world itself could not contain the books that would be
(John 21:25 ESV)
Readers of the gospels are not privy to the reasons why the writers of the gospels include what they do and why they leave out what they do. We know that this editing process, as part of the writing of the gospels, was Holy Spirit-inspired. But, by looking carefully at each particular gospel as a whole, we can get hints about why the Holy Spirit, the great Editor of the written Word and Biographer of the incarnate Word, included what he did in each particular gospel account. We can start to see the purposes, themes, over-arching narratives, repeating patterns of events, sayings, words, etc., all of which provide clues to the message that each gospel writer wants to convey. We can see that each of the particular gospel accounts, while telling the same story, are viewing it from a different angle, explaining it with a different set of emphases, and focusing our attention on a different set of themes, etc. We can also see how these differing perspectives complement and complete each other when viewed together. Much can be learned about each gospel writer's purpose for his particular account of Jesus' life and ministry especially by comparing what a particular gospel includes that the others don't or what a particular gospel omits that the others include.