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Creating meaningful connections through both digital communities and in-person experiences has always been at the heart of my work. Here’s a closer look at my journey:
Don't Panic Projects
Founded in 2005, Don’t Panic Projects Ltd is a leading B2B events agency specializing in prestigious awards shows and bespoke conferences for major corporate clients. Over two decades, the company has built a global portfolio of 22 high-profile events annually.
When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the events industry in 2020, Don’t Panic successfully pivoted to virtual events, preserving jobs and maintaining profitability through strategic adaptation. Today, the company employs 20 professionals and remains a leader in the events industry, known for its creativity and resilience.
Chapter 2
Launched in 2022, Chapter 2 is a community and dating app created by widows, for widows and widowers. After the life-altering loss of a partner, Chapter 2 provides a space to rediscover connection, whether through friendship, companionship, dating, or physical comfort.
Today, Chapter 2 has over 15,000 members across the UK, USA, Canada, and Australia.
WidowsFire
Launched in 2023, WidowsFire is the bold, unapologetic sister app to Chapter 2. It’s a space where widows and widowers can explore pleasure without the expectations of a committed relationship.
The term "widow’s fire" refers to the powerful, undeniable urge for intimacy that many feel after loss. WidowsFire celebrates this spark, offering a safe and empowering space to rediscover passion and feel alive again.
Sober Love
Launched in March 2025, Sober Love is a groundbreaking dating platform for the sober community in the UK and US. Designed for those who value connection over consumption, it caters to both individuals in recovery and the "sober curious."
Sober Love redefines modern dating with features tailored to alcohol-free lifestyles, creating a space for friendship, romance, and everything in between.
SoberAF
Sober AF is a grassroots, peer-to-peer support network for anyone choosing sobriety - whether you’re in recovery, sober-curious, or simply done with alcohol. This global movement offers a fresh, no-nonsense approach to living sober, flipping the script on traditional recovery.
As a not-for-profit CIC, Sober AF is dedicated to building a supportive, inclusive community.​​​
The Widowed Collective
The Widowed Collective, a registered Community Interest Company / Not-for-Profit organisation, is for anyone who has lost a life partner, whatever your age, identity, or relationship status.
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A community driven platform, it aids widows and widowers with peer-to-peer support, advice and resources​ to guide them on their next chapter.​
These ventures, born from personal experience, reflect my commitment to creating meaningful connections and fostering resilience. They’ve not only shaped my entrepreneurial journey but also inspired my first book, where I share intimate insights about loss, transformation, and the unexpected paths grief can illuminate.