Theo explores how small businesses can deal with macro instability in his second column for Business Connect Magazine.
In his first column for Business Connect Magazine, Theo shares his thoughts on how small business owners can make AI work for their small business.
Theo Paphitis was the guest interview at HideOut Youthzone, in Gorton, Manchester on Thursday October 7th 2021. He was the first interviewee in fellow patron pro-Manchester’s series of business interviews to inspire Manchester’s top businesses.
Theo headed to Birmingham to the annual Autumn Fair and organised for 13 of his #SBS Small Business Sunday winners to have a free stand at the season’s largest trade show. Owing to the pandemic, winners from both the 2020 competition and 2021 competition came.
Each week, Theo rewards small businesses that tweet him @TheoPaphitis and describe their businesses in one tweet including the all-important hashtag #SBS.
This new credit union will enable retailers to ensure that their employees can access trusted, safe and affordable credit, savings and insurance products.
Our lives are ruled by rules. If you want to play the game, whether it’s football, cricket or even bridge, you have to learn the rules and play by them.
Watch the video from when Theo visited the Oxford Union to talk about his business career and what he has learned.
Fresh from launching the British Dyslexia Association’s Pathway Interrupted report in the House of Lords, Theo joined Sky News’ Morning with Ridge & Frost today to take the conversation to a national audience.
On Sunday, 3rd November, Theo appeared as a panellist on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg. This week's show featured Chancellor Rachel Reeves discussing the recent budget, and newly appointed Conservative Party Leader Kemi Badenoch outlining her vision for the Party.
On Monday 24th June 2024, Theo appeared on ITV’s Peston to discuss the current state of UK politics and his support for the Labour Party.
On Thursday, 18th April 2024, Theo joined LBC’s Iain Dale to talk all things business and the High Street.
On Tuesday 26th March, Theo appeared as a panellist on BBC Radio 4’s The Today Debate, with this week’s topic being ‘How do we get Britain working?’
On Sunday, March 17th, 2024, Theo appeared as a panellist on 'Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg,' alongside Labour Member of Parliament Harriet Harman and Political Advisor Samuel Kasumu. Theo spoke about current affairs, business, and retail.
TV Dragon and #SBS Small Business Sunday Creator Theo Paphitis will be delivering a headline speaker at the Evening Standard’s SME XPO on Tuesday 23rd April 2024.
On Wednesday 7th February 2024, Theo joined Talk TV Presenter Rosanna Lockwood to share his insights on all things business, retail, current affairs and the state of the economy for entrepreneurs.
In Theo’s third column for Business Connect Magazine, he writes about finding the perfect work-life balance for small business owners.
Theo explores how small businesses can deal with macro instability in his second column for Business Connect Magazine.
In his first column for Business Connect Magazine, Theo shares his thoughts on how small business owners can make AI work for their small business.
Spring Fair announces #SBS Small Business Sunday winners in partnership with Theo Paphitis
Longstanding dyslexia champion Theo Paphitis has joined forces with the British Dyslexia Association, a leading voice for dyslexic people whose mission is to change society by removing barriers so that everyone with dyslexia can reach their full potential. The ‘Dyslexia Empowerment Patron’ role is a first for the British Dyslexia Association, focusing on the opportunities that can be created around dyslexia.
A pivotal report commissioned by Theo Paphitis and his SME business network #SBS Small Business Sunday, have unveiled their long-awaited #SBS Roundtable report - a strategic insight and mitigation report into the current trends, challenges and opportunities facing UK SMEs.
On Thursday 26th May 2023, Theo appeared on BBC Question Time as a guest panellist to discuss the pressing issues in the news, this time hosted in Gravesend, Kent.
Theo Paphitis and the British Dyslexia Association (BDA) officially launched Pathway Interrupted at the House of Lords, a critical new report supported by Ryman that exposes how the education system is leaving dyslexic young people behind.
Deliveroo has announced a new partnership with Theo Paphitis’ Ryman, marking the first time a national stationery retailer has joined the platform and signalling continued growth in on-demand retail.
Theo Paphitis joined fellow Dragons’ Den investor Touker Suleyman for an inspiring evening in London as part of Cyprus Forum London 2026, celebrating entrepreneurship, leadership and the strength of the global Cypriot community.
Theo, alongside William Cavendish, Earl of Burlington, led the inaugural boardroom session of the University’s Entrepreneurs’ Club - a new programme designed to develop future entrepreneurial talent and equip students with real-world business skills.
The Enterprise Vision Awards (EVAS) brought together female entrepreneurs, policymakers and business leaders at the House of Lords for a powerful afternoon of conversation, connection and change.
Theo Paphitis has been appointed Vice President of The British Dyslexia Association (BDA), building on a powerful and evolving partnership that has already delivered meaningful change.
The Theo Paphitis Retail Group announces their year end trading for March 2025, alongside current trading highlights for brands including Ryman, Robert Dyas, Boux Avenue, and London Graphic Centre.
On Friday 20th February 2026 , TV Dragon and retail entrepreneur Theo Paphitis welcomed hundreds of entrepreneurs to the ICC Birmingham for the 13th annual Small Business Sunday (#SBS) event. Now in its 16th year, #SBS has grown into one of the UK’s leading small business communities, with more than 4,500 members nationwide.
Theo Paphitis has partnered with the Enterprise Vision Awards, the UK’s largest celebration of women in business, to launch the new #SBS Small Business Award for 2026.
The partnership was announced at the annual #SBS event in Birmingham, where more than 1,000 business owners gathered for a day of connection, learning and opportunity, providing the ideal backdrop to unveil this collaboration championing female entrepreneurship across the UK.
For over 15 years, Small Business Sunday (#SBS) has been empowering and celebrating the UK’s small business community. Together with long-standing partner NatWest Accelerator, this year’s pitch competition continued that proud tradition by giving entrepreneurs a platform to think BIG and pitch live for game-changing support.
Theo Paphitis spent two days at the University of Derby, where he was inspired and engaged by students, staff, prospective students, alumni, and the local community in his new role as Visiting Professor of Entrepreneurship. Reflecting on the visit, Theo noted the exciting vision and entrepreneurial direction the University is currently taking.
Theo Paphitis took centre stage at Future Fit 2026: A Blueprint for Long‑Term Growth, hosted by NatWest Group, where he shared powerful insights on how embracing innovation and technology can help businesses thrive in an uncertain world.