News & Articles.
Read about what's going on the world of Chalk and catch up on previous editions of the Chalk Eastbourne newsletter.
A Chat With: Justine and Rachel at The Olive Social
Chalk Talks: Justine O’Connell and Rachel Bateman, co-founders of The Olive Socialm spoke to Chalk Eastbourne about their stories and their business.
Starting a business during the pandemic - with Hope it & Graze
Chalk Talks: In this episode, we speak to Nikki about her experience in starting a business in the middle of the pandemic. Nikki lost her job due to COVID-19, then used her initiative to start a business from scratch.
Talking business support with Mike Watson
Chalk Talks: We speak to Mike about his role as Business Navigator and how the South East Growth Hub can offer support to business owners whether they’re starting up, needing to scale, or need advice on how to survive these crazy times.
Financial support for Eastbourne businesses during the pandemic
We share some of the lesser-known local and national schemes that are available to help digital and creatives in Eastbourne through these challenging times below.
January 2021 Newsletter
Our MP talks digital in Eastbourne: Chalk Talks Season 2 out now! In this January 2021 Chalk Newsletter, we launch Chalk Talks and speak to the FSB.
A Chat With: Martin Searle from the FSB
Sussex Development Manager for the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Martin Searle, spoke to Chalk about what the FSB is all about.
Talking manufacturing with Paul Cuttell
Chalk Talks: Episode 3 of this series features our third guest, Paul Cuttell of Wright Flow Technologies.
Talking recruitment with Martin Ellis
Chalk Talks: Episode 2 of this series features our second guest, Martin Ellis of Recruitment South East.
Talking government with Caroline Ansell MP
Chalk Talks: Caroline Ansell, MP for Eastbourne and Willingdon, talks to us about government and the local economy.
December 2020 Newsletter
In this edition of the Chalk newsletter, we include a Chalk Talks series two teaser and a Web Alchemy profile.
November 2020 Newsletter
Get your kit out! This month’s Chalk newsletter features local digital news, profiles and case studies from in and around Eastbourne. This month includes a video from software developers Switchplane.
October 2020 Newsletter
Our latest news, plus more from a social media business 👍
A bumper edition of the Chalk newsletter featuring a Digital Firefly profile and case study, as well as local digital news.
September 2020 Newsletter
September news from Chalk Eastbourne: The Julia launch, how to create a cracking design brief, how to use emojis to convert customers on social media.
August 2020 Newsletter
Chalk Eastbourne Updates: Accreditation for Zoonou, Tech Resort’s Digital Do Tank, young designers, The Works Group, and more…
Switchplane
Chalk Talks: The final episode of the first series features Joel Fielder, one of the directors at Switchplane.
Towner Eastbourne
Chalk Talks: The fifth episode features Joe Hill, Director at Towner Eastbourne.
Exclusively Eastbourne
Chalk Talks: The fourth episode features Carl Stanger from Exclusively Eastbourne, who let self catering accommodation in and around the town.
Pure Arts Group
Chalk Talks : The third episode features Lesley Samms from Pure Arts Group.
The English Soap Company
Chalk Talks: The second episode features Oliver Butts from soap manufacturer Christina May and associated brand The English Soap Company.
Rathfinny Estate
Chalk Talks: The first episode features Sarah Driver from Rathfinny Estate.