Small business start-up, BIGPAWS.CO, has received a business boost from Retail Entrepreneur Theo Paphitis.
Tracy Messer, owner of BIGPAWS.CO, tweeted Theo about her business during ‘Small Business Sunday’ and was one of six weekly winners to gain a retweet by Theo to his huge Twitter following. This weekly initiative, set up by Theo in 2010, now has 1700 #SBS winners and supports small businesses in the UK.
Business and retail entrepreneur and self-confessed Shopkeeper, Theo re‐tweeted Tracy’s message to his 500,000 followers which has resulted in BIGPAWS.CO getting increased followers and orders for her Wall Mounted Dog Bowl Holders, a unique product which fits at any height and stops your dog’s bowl sliding around on the floor.
Tracy said, “I’ve only been trading for 7 months, so as a relatively new start-up it’s great to have support from Theo because it’s tough trying to raise your profile when you’re a small business. Theo has recognised all the hard work and helped spread the word about what the business is about.”
Small business champion and Ryman Stationery, Robert Dyas and Boux Avenue Chairman, Theo Paphitis, said: “We are thrilled to welcome new #SBS members every week and highlight just how important it is to support our small businesses here in the UK. My vision is that everyone who has ever won an #SBS re-tweet from me becomes part of a friendly club; like-minded individuals who can share successes and learnings. The website and Shop #SBS will also give a valuable profile to the winners chosen and I wish BIGPAWS.CO every success.”
Anyone looking for a re‐tweet from Theo should tweet him about their business on Sunday between 5 PM and 7.30 PM and include the hashtag #SBS. Six lucky businesses are re‐tweeted every Monday at 8 PM and then invited to enter their profile on the new website, attend the annual #SBS networking event and take advantage of the networking opportunities.
