Portobello Business Centre

Our Team exists to work with people to start and grow businesses and Social Enterprises which thrive

We are a friendly group of people, committed to helping you enter and thrive in the Business World, where budding entrepreneurs and local businesses can get business support, advice and build local contacts.

Our Ethos and Mission
Meet the Team

Services

We simply exist to help people to start up, grow and expand their businesses, to support them in realising their full potential through the provision of affordable, high quality, independent and confidential support delivered by an innovative and professional team.
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PRE START BUSINESS

No matter what your business idea is or how many ideas you would like to explore, we will give you the support, advice, confidence, knowledge and training to handle effectively your business related issues.
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Maria Nilsson

EXISTING BUSINESS

We can support you to overcome any business challenge you encounter, offering consultancies in a variety of areas including Marketing, Branding, Planning, Bying & Selling, Finance, Business Growth, Accounting and more.
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Client Stories

We are proud of all our clients no matter the size of their business. They all started their entrepreneurial journey looking for advice and PBC Team were there to give them a boost when they needed it. We support our Business Community every day because their success is our business! Read some inspirational, emotional, funny, motivational and good energy stories.
All Clients
Arganic

ARGANIC

If you’ve not yet heard of argan oil, then Dana Elemara’s company Arganic is working to make sure that you soon will. 
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Maria Nilsson

MARIA NILSSON – PARTY FOOD

When she arrived in London, studying and self-improvement were the key for Maria Nilsson.
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LONDON E-business Support Programme

The LONDON E-business Support Programme is a fully-funded package of support including: 1-2-1 expert advice, guidance, webinars and events, which is specifically aimed at helping small business owners in London make better use of digital technology to enhance their online presence; attract more customers; increase sales and improve their business operations.  
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  • "A truly fantastic organisation!"

    Allen Pluck

  • "I've been using their services on and off since the nineties...Always a good starting point. The first social media course I did with them in 2010/11? was a game-changer for me... check them out!"

    Jax Eta

  • "Thank you all for your support! Keep up the much-needed work."

    Howard Carter - Incognito anti-mosquito

  • ""I would recommend PBC to anyone that has an idea & want to put forward. It is a great place with amazing people with great knowledge. I felt really comfortable to speak and exchange ideas.""

    GA

  • "If you want to set up your own business but you don't have the experience to do that, this is the place you are looking for! They can offer you helpful and valuable advice related to your product or service, marketing, finance or whatever you need to know about taking your first steps. The advisors are supportive and really friendly!"

    Marianna Kisandraki

  • "Q. Did the adviser understand your business? A. An awful lot better than I do......"

    Anonymous

  • "Always been a pleasure working with the people at the PBC"

    Laurie Bernard

  • "Your organisation was extremely helpful with advice and expertise. I would not have set up if did not get all the baseline information and checklists. Many thanks"

    N.S.

  • "Always been a pleasure working with the people at the PBC"

    Laurie Bernard

  • "Great work, very successful organisation. In partnership with the Rotary Club of Paddington."

    Mac Purcell

  • "I would like to thank you all for the support and guidance i have received since being at PBC and i will continue to learn and improve my skills with you guys. YOU GUYS ROCK!!!!"

    Antonio Dos Santos

Partnerships and Sponsors

We are always looking for innovative ways of engaging with the local community from a business perspective. Would you like to work alongside us here at Portobello Business Centre or work with our Clients?
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Rotary Club of Paddington
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Kensington Business Information POint
Briffa
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