Great British Sewing Bee finalist Lauren Guthrie has been making waves in the sewing world since her appearance on the popular TV show in 2013. Her passion for all things sewing and her talent for creating beautiful garments has earned her a loyal following and a successful business. And now, after completing the Help to Grow: Management Course, Guthrie is expanding her Birmingham-based business, Guthrie & Ghani, to new heights.
The Help to Grow: Management Course is a government-backed program that aims to help small and medium-sized businesses grow and succeed. It provides business owners with the necessary tools and skills to take their businesses to the next level. And for Guthrie, it has been a game-changer.
Guthrie, who has been running her business for over 10 years, saw the potential for growth but was unsure of how to take the next step. That’s when she came across the Help to Grow program and decided to enroll in the Management Course. And it turned out to be a decision that would have a significant impact on her business.
The course, which is designed to help business owners develop their leadership and management skills, proved to be just what Guthrie needed. She learned valuable techniques for managing her team, setting goals, and creating a solid business plan. But perhaps the most significant takeaway for Guthrie was the confidence and motivation she gained from the course.
“I have always been passionate about sewing and running my business, but the Help to Grow course gave me the tools and knowledge to take my business to the next level,” Guthrie says. “I feel more confident in my abilities as a leader and have a clear vision for the future of Guthrie & Ghani.”
And that vision includes expanding her business to a new, larger location in Birmingham. The new space will not only allow Guthrie to increase her product range but also offer more workshops and classes for sewing enthusiasts. It’s a dream come true for Guthrie, who has always wanted to create a hub for sewing enthusiasts to come together and learn from each other.
“I am thrilled to be able to offer more workshops and classes to our customers,” Guthrie says. “Sewing is not just a hobby; it’s a community, and I want to create a space where people can come and share their love for sewing.”
The expansion of Guthrie & Ghani is not just a win for Guthrie, but also for the city of Birmingham. The business has become a popular destination for sewing enthusiasts from all over the UK and even internationally. And with the new, larger location, it is expected to attract even more visitors, boosting the local economy.
Guthrie’s success story is an inspiration to many aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners. Her hard work, dedication, and willingness to learn have paid off, and she is now reaping the rewards. But she is quick to credit the Help to Grow program for playing a significant role in her success.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the Help to Grow program,” Guthrie says. “It has been a game-changer for my business, and I would highly recommend it to any business owner looking to take their business to the next level.”
With the expansion of Guthrie & Ghani and her newfound confidence and skills, Guthrie is ready to take on new challenges and continue to grow her business. And with her passion for sewing and her determination to succeed, there is no doubt that she will continue to inspire and motivate others in the sewing community.
