Women

Sharp Idea For A Start-Up

Financial Times: Moments of inspiration sometimes occur at odd times. For Joanna Meiseles, the idea for her multimillion-dollar business struck her after she took her son Ben for his first haircut. Ms Meiseles was determined that it would be a special occasion, just as his first smile, first steps and first word had been. “Ben […]

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Worry-Free Workouts For Women

In-Forum: A circle of fitness equipment in the middle of a large room beckons women to work out without worry. Curves fitness facilities are not like typical gyms. They offer 30-minute circuit training for women only. “It’s a workout for any woman, no matter what age or fitness level,” said Kaarin Mantz, who manages all

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Getting With The Programme

Times Online: Since being featured on the Channel 4 series The Secret Millionaire, Kavita Oberoi has adopted a businesslike approach to helping others. The entrepreneur lived undercover in Ladywood, a deprived area of Birmingham, for the programme and had to survive on just £8 a day. Oberoi donated money to two charities at the end

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