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The Future-Proof Club® Christmas Showcase

Celebrating brilliant small businesses and the people behind them

Anyone who knows me knows how much I care about small business and the people behind them. It’s at the heart of everything I do. I’m lucky enough to work closely with some incredible business owners every day through my work and within The Future-Proof Club® community, and this Christmas I wanted to share a little of that with you.

So, I’m delighted to bring together a selection of the brilliant brands and people who make our community what it is - and who make it possible for me to love what I do.

If there’s one simple way we can make a difference this season and throughout the year, it’s by choosing to support small businesses where we can.

I’d love you to explore the brands below and discover the people building thoughtful, purpose-led businesses in their own way.

For the Love of Small Business 

Lucy x

Delicious branded bakes that help your business stand out

 

At Pink Aubergine, we help businesses get noticed in the yummiest possible way. Our branded cupcakes, biscuits and bakes are a memorable way to showcase your logo, celebrate an event, or add a thoughtful touch to your client gifting.

From concept to delivery, we work closely with you to bring your ideas to life. Every order is personalised with your artwork or branding, created with care, and baked to impress. Whether you’re looking for standout corporate gifts, treats for an event, or something special to thank your clients, our bakes add a playful, delicious twist that people remember.

We also offer a festive Christmas Corporate Gifting range, perfect for adding warmth and personality to your seasonal celebrations.

Special Christmas Offer:
Enjoy 10% off all Christmas corporate gifting orders placed before 10th December using code FPC10.

Your brand has never tasted so good.

Shop our Christmas Range

Plan Now, Relax Later

 

Clare is an Independent Financial Adviser with over 20 years’ experience helping self-employed professionals and small business owners feel calm and confident about their finances.

Her human, jargon-free approach makes money, and pensions, easier to understand, helping you take control and make it work for you from today.

  • Book your New Year Financial Review before 20th December and secure one of just 4 available spaces for January.
  • Start the year feeling calm, clear and in control - not playing catch-up.
  • No jargon. No pressure. Just real conversations about your money and your goals.
  • Use code PLAN2025 when booking your review.
Connect with Clare

The Perfect IntroDUCKtion to Swimming

 

Gary and Suzanne Horton are a brilliant husband and wife team who own Puddle Ducks Greater Manchester, Puddle Ducks Worcestershire and Puddle Ducks Derbyshire and are also the owners of Aqua Nurture, their purpose-built lovely warm and super-clean hydro pool and inviting coffee shop in Gee Cross.

Puddle Ducks offers swimming lessons from birth to 11 years old that are not only fun and friendly but are taught by teachers who go through one of the most rigorous training programmes in the sector. 

Learning to swim is a life skill every parent wants for their child; the swim school you choose and teaching methods they use are important to understand as they vary and can affect your child’s relationship with the water. 

Puddle Ducks’ guided learning approach is continually developed by the leading baby & pre-school swimming experts and they are at the forefront of child-led swimming in the UK. 

Puddle Ducks’ teaching techniques enable you to guide and support your child and the Puddle Ducks learn-to-swim journey achieves progression in a nurturing way that leads to increased water confidence and ultimately, impressive swimmers at an early age.

Book your free trial session and see for yourself just how good Puddle Ducks classes are. 

Book a free trial

Natural, confident photography that helps you and your brand shine

 

PhotoJENIX is a High Peak–based photography studio founded by Jen and Nix, working with clients across the UK and beyond. They specialise in relaxed, real-life photography for businesses and communities, from headshots and personal branding to product shoots, property, hospitality, schools, nurseries and sports.

Their approach is simple: people first. PhotoJENIX is built on the belief that everyone deserves to feel comfortable, confident and brave enough to show who they are. No stiff poses, no staged moments, just natural images that feel genuine and true to real life. Whether it’s for your website, marketing or team portraits, they make the whole experience easy, human and enjoyable.

Their ethos, Just Be You, runs through everything they do.

Exclusive LRComms Offer:
£100 towards a personal branding session in January for Club members.
Quote LRComms25 when booking.

Learn more here

Unlock fresh thinking and deeper connection through nature-led coaching

Claire Bradshaw Associates helps leaders, business owners, teachers and creatives unlock their potential through transformative coaching and development.

Claire offers one-to-one executive coaching online, in-person and outdoors, as well as coaching supervision, coach training programmes and creative workshops designed to build skills, confidence and fresh perspectives.

Her nature-based approach runs through everything she does. The Outdoor Coach Coaching Cards and seasonal reflective practice sessions invite people to pause, reconnect and explore ideas in a more spacious, creative way.

For qualified and aspiring coaches, the Consciously Connected Coaching Collective provides a warm, supportive community to learn, share and grow together.

This winter, the Outdoor Coach Coaching Cards offer a simple but powerful tool to spark conversation, reflection and insight. Featuring Peak District photography and space for your own prompts, they’re ideal for coaching sessions, walks, or bringing the outdoors in.

Special offer: 20% off card decks until 12 January. Treat yourself or someone special this winter and invite a bit of nature, curiosity and creativity into your conversations!

 

Learn more here

From overwhelm to ease: your path to a calmer, clutter-free home

 

I’m Georgina, a professional decluttering and home organiser based in Hayfield in the High Peak. As a mum with a busy household myself, I understand how quickly life can become chaotic - and how much lighter everything feels when your home finally works for you again.

I founded For the Love of Tidying® to help people create calm, clutter-free spaces they genuinely enjoy living in. By reducing the number of items you own and surrounding yourself only with the things you love, you can ease anxiety, feel more in control, and even improve family relationships.

I work across every area of the home, from single rooms to whole houses, sheds and garages, creating simple systems that are easy to maintain long after the sessions end.

My monthly membership, Cluttered to Calm®, offers no-judgement support, practical guidance and a friendly community to help you make lasting change.

Just £20 a month, with a 30-day free trial.

Learn more here

Feasting is not just for Christmas… 

Personalised nutrition that helps you enjoy food and feel your best

Forkprovoking® is all about making personalised nutrition enjoyable, practical and rooted in real science. It’s a way of eating that supports long-term wellbeing, helps you understand your body, and makes healthy choices feel inspiring rather than restrictive.

Kathryn is passionate about helping people improve their health by addressing the root causes of everyday symptoms, boosting energy, and optimising fitness. For 2026, she’s introducing a special offer to help clients stay motivated and on track: book two or more consultations and enjoy a bonus follow-up review at no extra cost.

This is also an opportunity to access laboratory-based testing at discounted rates, ideal for gaining deeper insight into what’s really going on in your body and tailoring your nutrition more effectively.

If you’re ready to invest in your health and would like to explore whether personalised nutrition is right for you, Kathryn offers a free introductory call.

It could be the start of a healthier, happier year ahead.

Learn more here

Straightforward, supportive accounting for individuals and small businesses

 

Owned by Paul Smith, Disley & High Peak Accountants is a friendly team of Chartered Certified Accountants based in the village of Disley. We support individuals, sole traders and limited companies with all aspects of their accounting and tax needs, offering clear advice and dependable service that helps you feel more in control of your finances.

We provide comprehensive, professional support tailored to businesses of every size. By taking the time to understand how you work, we act as an extension of your business - removing the stress, confusion and complexity often associated with managing accounts and tax. Our focus is on turning financial challenges into practical, manageable solutions that help your business run more smoothly.

Transparency is central to how we work. All our fees are agreed upfront, so you always know exactly what you’re paying, with no surprises or hidden costs.

Get in touch

Strengthen your team with a focused, practical development workshop for 2026

 

As an Executive and Team Development Coach, and owner of Riverside Wellbeing – Centre for Personal & Professional Development in Whaley Bridge, Kerry brings deep experience in leadership, learning and people development. With a background spanning Justice, Education, Events and Professional Development, she has coached more than 100 leaders globally since 2020, creating space for strategic insight, reflection and meaningful change.

For 2026, Kerry is offering an exclusive 20% Christmas discount on her bespoke Team Development Workshops. Designed for teams of up to 12, these focused three-hour sessions strengthen collaboration, communication and performance through practical tools and mindset principles your people can apply straight away. Workshops can be delivered at The Studio at Riverside Wellbeing or at your own venue.

These sessions are ideal if your team needs a reset, a morale boost or a shared sense of direction going into the New Year.

Prices start from £349 for January–March 2026 bookings.
To enquire, email quoting FPC Christmas Offer in the subject line.

Get in touch with Kerry

Bold, joyful homewares for people who love colour and creativity

Kitsch Republic owned by Angela Dennerley, is a creative homewares and gifts micro-manufacturer based in Reddish, Stockport. 

They specialise in high-quality velvet printing, creating the most fabulous velvet cushions and lampshades, alongside a vibrant range of coasters and worktop savers. Every piece is made with care, character and a love of bold design.

If you’re looking for something subtle or plain, we’re probably not the brand for you... but if you adore colour, pattern and a bit of joyful personality in your home, you’ve absolutely found your tribe. Our products are designed to stand out, spark conversation and bring a smile every time you walk into the room.

As a small, independent maker, we’re proud to champion thoughtful craftsmanship and creativity.

Whether you’re treating yourself or looking for a unique gift, our homewares are made to be loved, enjoyed and shown off.

Shop here

Business First. Software Later. Solutions that fit the way you work.

 

At JCM Business Solutions, everything starts with your business, not the technology. We help you get clear on what you want to achieve, how you work, and where your processes can run more smoothly. Only then do we design the software solutions that will genuinely make a difference.

Our ethos is simple: business first, software later. We focus on finding smarter, more efficient ways of working that remove friction, save time and help your team deliver their best.

We specialise in building tailored Zoho systems, from CRM and automation to bespoke apps, giving you a streamlined, joined-up way of running your business. But the software is never the starting point. It’s the tool that brings your vision and strategy to life.

Every project begins with a deep dive into your business, culture and people, ensuring the final solution aligns perfectly with how you want to operate now and in the future.

Book a discovery call

Stay organised and visible with consistent, stress-free content in 2026

 

I’m Rachel Spencer, a coach helping small business owners in the pet industry feel more confident about putting themselves out there. With a background in journalism, I’m passionate about helping people tell the stories behind their work and the difference they make.

Alongside my one-to-one coaching and my membership, Pets Get Visible, I’ve created the Pet Business Content Planner to give business owners a simple, practical tool to stay organised and consistent.

The planner is a physical A5 diary packed with key awareness days and national dates, monthly and quarterly goal-setting pages, prompts to capture wins and highlights, space to track income and expenses, and room for content ideas and habits. It’s designed to help you stay focused, keep on track, and feel more in control throughout 2026.


Christmas offer: 15% off the Pet Business Content Planner and Planner Club with code FPC.

Shop the planner

Supporting children and families to feel confident, connected and well

 

Take Part Wellbeing CIC is a community-rooted organisation in the High Peak, dedicated to supporting children, young people and families with their mental health, emotional regulation and overall wellbeing. Working closely with schools, families and local partners, we provide warm, relational and trauma-informed support that helps every child feel understood, confident and able to flourish.

Alongside our therapeutic and family work, we run Take Part Saturday School, a creative musical theatre programme where children build confidence, teamwork, communication skills and self-expression through singing, movement and performance. Blending professional musical theatre experience with wellbeing-led teaching, our sessions offer a supportive and inspiring environment where every child can shine.

Through 1:1 coaching, family support, school-based programmes and Saturday School, we bring compassion, creativity and expertise to every family we work with.

Christmas Offer: Free Saturday School trial in December or for the Spring Term (from 3 January 2026). 

Book a free trial

Practical, people-focused HR support for growing small businesses

 

Based in the beautiful Derbyshire Peak District, HRM Derbyshire Peaks provides practical, compliant HR support for SMEs who want peace of mind without the jargon. Whether you need remote or on-site help, we offer expert advice, policy creation, employee relations support and clear, friendly guidance to strengthen your people practices.

Our focus is on helping you build a sustainable, people-centred workplace. We take the time to understand how your organisation works, so the support you receive genuinely fits your needs - from day-to-day HR queries through to navigating more complex situations.

We’re also proud to partner with Breathe HR, giving you access to an intuitive HR CRM system that streamlines processes, keeps documentation organised and helps you manage your team with confidence.

By taking the stress out of HR and providing reliable, responsive support, we free you up to focus on what matters most: growing your business and achieving your goals now and into the future.

Learn more here

Frame your world, beautifully

 

Kettell is Leicestershire’s premium replacement window and door specialist, supplying and installing high-quality products for homes across the county.

Founded in 2005 and run by husband-and-wife team John and Lisa Kettell, the business brings together decades of industry experience with a genuine, customer-first ethos. John provides expert technical knowledge as a second-generation installer, while Lisa ensures every customer receives exceptional care from start to finish.

Known for their honesty, integrity and attention to detail, the team has delivered thousands of installations throughout Leicestershire. Their deep understanding of local housing styles means every solution is tailored, whether you're replacing out of necessity or looking for a bespoke, wow-factor upgrade.

With industry-leading craftsmanship and a warm, approachable style, Kettell helps you find the perfect windows and doors to match your home and your lifestyle.

Visit their showroom to explore the full range, from flush sash and casement windows to front, French and bifold doors. 

Find out more

Personalised travel planning that feels aligned to you

 

As independent travel advisors, we take the stress and guesswork out of planning a holiday. We take time to understand what matters most to you, whether that’s relaxing on a beach, exploring a new city, finding the perfect cruise, or something completely different. 

We’ll make personalised recommendations to match your preferences, with offers that often aren’t available online. We’ll handle the booking and practicalities, so you can simply enjoy your trip.

But we don’t stop there. We’re not a search engine; we’re real humans who care. We go the extra mile to make sure everything aligns with what you want: the right vibe, pace, destination, and support before, during, and after your trip.

Whether you know exactly where you want to go or just know you need a break, we're here to help shape your next aligned journey.

We are offering an exclusive discount on any travel booked with between now and 28th February 2026.

All you need to do is take our fun 2-minute quiz to discover what Travel Animal you are, and they’ll share a few insights and travel suggestions.

Jo and Adrian x

Take the QUIZ

Gentle, transformative therapies to help you realign, rebalance and heal

 

I’m Tracey, a qualified holistic therapist based in Macclesfield, with a deep passion for helping people reconnect with their true selves. I specialise in Relaxation Therapy, Breakthrough Breathwork, Angelic Reiki, Aroma Reiki, Crystal Healing, Massage, Essential Oils and Belief Coding® - a blend of powerful natural healing modalities that support transformation from the inside out.

My approach is rooted in the belief that true healing begins within. By working with the mind, body and spirit together, I help clients release emotional blocks, reduce stress and anxiety, and tap into their innate ability to heal and thrive. Whether you’re looking for deep relaxation, emotional clarity, energetic alignment or a breakthrough in mindset, I’m here to guide you gently and safely back to balance and inner peace.

Enjoy a special introductory £20 off any therapy/treatment (valid until 31st March 2026). Just enter code FPCSPECIAL at the checkout.

Book your appointment

Online coaching that helps busy women feel stronger, healthier and more in control

 

I’m Lucy, an online coach helping busy women build a balanced life that feels good from the inside out. With a focus on strength and nutrition, for both mind and body, I support you to grow in confidence, improve your wellbeing and become the strongest version of yourself.

My 1:1 coaching is designed for real women with real lives. I understand the juggle of work, family and everyday chaos, and everything I offer is built to fit around the demands you’re already managing. You’ll receive personalised training plans, tailored nutrition guidance, and the accountability that keeps you motivated, consistent and on track.

Education, support and long-term results sit at the heart of my approach. You won’t find fads, quick fixes or unrealistic expectations, just steady progress, expert guidance and a coaching partnership rooted in understanding and encouragement.

If you’re ready to feel stronger, healthier and more balanced, I’d love to support you.

Learn more here

A welcoming coworking community at the heart of Whaley Bridge

Whaley Bridge Coworkers CIC is more than a place to work – it’s a not-for-profit community hub helping to bring people together and breathe new life into Whaley’s High Street. Whether you’re a freelancer, creative, remote worker or simply looking for a change of scene, you’ll find a warm, friendly space that makes it easier to focus, connect and get things done.

With fast WiFi, great coffee, standing desks, monitors and flexible workspaces, everything is set up to make your workday smoother. The space also hosts regular art exhibitions and workshops celebrating local talent, alongside community events designed to help people learn new skills and meet others.

If you value collaboration, creativity and local impact, this is the perfect place to settle in and feel part of something positive.

Current offers:
– Two-for-one Mondays and Fridays – bring a friend and both get your desks half price.
– Christmas Offer (15 Dec – 2 Jan): Book any 4 days for £40, including hot chocolate, mince pies and fairy lights.

Learn more here

Digital marketing made simple, supportive, and genuinely doable

 

At Great Rocks Digital, I offer a flexible, straightforward approach to digital marketing that adapts to your unique needs. My services are designed for everyone, but are especially supportive for those who are neurodivergent, chronically ill, or simply juggling a lot and short on time. My focus is on removing overwhelm and helping you build clear, manageable strategies you can genuinely follow.

Whether you’re looking for practical training, gentle guidance or a simplified plan you can implement at your own pace, everything is shaped around what works best for you and your business. No jargon. No pressure. Just honest, accessible support.

My mission is simple: to empower small business owners to feel confident managing their own marketing, build skills steadily and achieve meaningful, sustainable growth online, in a way that feels doable for your real life, not an ideal one.

Christmas offer: 20% off all services with code CHRISTMAS20 until 31st December.

Find out more

Deep rest for better work: bring Nap Club into your working day

 

Nap Club offers teams a simple, powerful way to rest. I guide workplace-friendly Yoga Nidra sessions that help people regulate their nervous system, reduce stress, and return to work with more clarity, calm and focus.

Sessions are bespoke, flexible, and fit easily into a lunch hour, team away day or CPD session. I work across Greater Manchester and the Peak District, with sessions available UK-wide and online. Studio-based sessions are also available in Buxton and Macclesfield.

For organisations focused on performance and wellbeing ROI, deep rest strengthens engagement, reduces overwhelm and supports healthier, more sustainable working.

If your organisation wants a wellbeing offer that is genuinely restorative - not another “to-do” - Nap Club brings deep rest into the heart of your working day.

Christmas Offer:
Book a workplace Nap Club session before 31 January and receive a free Yoga Nidra audio recording for your team, so they can continue the practice long after the session has ended. 

Bring deep rest into your workplace and help your team thrive.

Book here

Specialists in tailormade outsourced finance support solutions

We provide our flexible tailormade services and finance support packages to small businesses, entrepreneurs and busy professionals.

We firmly believe that every business, no matter how large or small, deserves high quality finance support and the right financial information in order to scale and grow.

Founded by joint directors Hayley Ekgren and Claire Willmott, Your Support Team handles all elements of bookkeeping and day to day accounting tasks, from payroll paperwork to cash flow forecasting, leaving our clients free to focus on building their business.

A personal touch. Working out of our office in Stockport, Greater Manchester, Your Support Team work hard to understand your business and build close working relationships so that we can add lasting value. All the advice we give is focused on your specific goals and we’re quick to spot other specialist areas that you might benefit from.

Contact us for more information about our finance packages and how we can help.

Get the SUPPORT you need

Coaching and tools to help you live life on your terms

 

I’m Jo, an energetic, curious and open-minded coach with a genuine passion for helping people develop. My work is all about empowering you to lead a more fulfilling life, inspiring you, challenging your thinking, and helping you work out what you truly want and how you want to live.

Before becoming self-employed in 2016, I spent over ten years in the library and information sector. Since then, I’ve delivered more than 100 workshops, training sessions and webinars, facilitated leadership development programmes, and built over 500 hours of one-to-one coaching experience. I support individuals and organisations through coaching, workshops and guided development.

If you want help planning what to do (and what not to do), each month, week and day, my TLC Planners are designed to give you clarity and focus. They help you prioritise what matters most, make intentional choices, and create space for the life you truly want.

TLC - giving you the time and space you deserve. 

Jo is offering a 25% exclusive discount on TLC stationery for LRComms customers using the code FTLOSB25 (valid until 31st December 2025).

Shop the TLC planner