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.
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 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.
Retail entrepreneur and small business champion Theo Paphitis returned to Spring Fair 2026 to meet twelve #SBS Small Business Sunday winners showcasing their products at the show and to share his thoughts on the future of retail.
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 Tuesday 23rd April 2024, Theo attended the Evening Standard’s SME XPO as a Headline Speaker.
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.
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.
Retail entrepreneur and small business champion Theo Paphitis returned to Spring Fair 2026 to meet twelve #SBS Small Business Sunday winners showcasing their products at the show and to share his thoughts on the future of retail.
THEO’S CHRISTMAS PRIZE DRAW 2025 - TERMS & CONDITIONS
The thought provoking series explores ADHD through open, honest and often humorous conversations with celebrity guests, specialists and academics, aiming to challenge stereotypes and redefine how society views neurodivergence.
On Wednesday 5 November 2025, Theo Paphitis joined Dan Martin from Enterprise Nation for the ninth series of The Small Business Sessions podcast.
In October 2025, the Theo Paphitis Retail Group (TPRG) team came together to celebrate another year of achievements at our annual TPRG Conference - this time with a twist! Hosted at the iconic Weston-super-Mare Grand Pier, this year’s event, fittingly named TPRG-on-Sea, brought 500 of our store managers from across the UK for a memorable day of insights, recognition and seaside fun.
Theo Paphitis has been appointed Visiting Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Derby. In this prestigious new role, Theo will share his extensive business experience with students and play a key part in inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs.
On Wednesday 17 September 2025, the London Graphic Centre (LGC) celebrated the UK’s artistic talent in an exclusive evening. After much deliberation by this year’s eight fantastic judges, Theo Paphitis announced the LGC Art Prize finalists at the iconic Covent Garden store.