ABOUT US

Director, Business Hub Romsey

Karen is Partner and Head of Marketing at Parker Bullen LLP; a local law firm with values centred on community spirit, which Karen also lives and breathes. Having been a part of the Romsey community for the last three years, Karen has supported several different initiatives and events, including Romsey Relay Marathon, Romsey Mayor’s Picnic, Burns Night held at Romsey Rugby Club, and much more.

After working alongside Ali, Suzi and Philippa for two years in a different organisation, Karen was excited about the prospect to create Business Hub Romsey alongside such talented local women with their own set of skills, whether that is branding, event management, administration, organisation, social media…the list goes on. Having the opportunity to create an environment for local businesses to come together, grow their network and learn from each other in the very best venues in the area will always be something that Karen is proud to be a part of.

Alongside the community events, networking is a great passion for Karen, who has been to over 150 events in the last 12 months all across the South! Meeting new people and learning about their business, their passions and their journey will always motivate Karen…people often ask where she gets her energy from, and this is it!

Director, Business Hub Romsey

Ali is Partner and Director at Business Hub Romsey; an inspiring local initiative focused on supporting, connecting and empowering businesses from Romsey and beyond. With over 20 years’ experience in the creative industry through her own business, Bongo Creative, Ali brings passion, energy and expertise to everything she does, from branding and design to relationship building and community support. Having been part of the Romsey business community for many years, Ali lives and breathes the values of collaboration and supporting local.

Ali was excited by the opportunity to create Business Hub Romsey, creating a space where local and regional businesses can come together, share knowledge, and grow their networks - something Ali is incredibly proud to be part of.

Ali’s enthusiasm for networking and community building extends beyond Business Hub Romsey. She sits on the board of Hampshire Fare, where she is passionate about championing local food and drink businesses across the county. Whether she’s hosting a Business Hub event, supporting a local initiative, or collaborating with other creatives, Ali thrives on meeting new people, learning their stories, and helping them build meaningful connections. That’s what keeps her inspired every day, and what drives her to continue making a positive impact in the local business community.

Director, Business Hub Romsey

Suzi is a founding director of Business Hub Romsey and brings a wealth of experience in communications, events, sales and community engagement. With a background spanning local government, national parks, further education, and the private sector, she is passionate about helping businesses grow through collaboration, creativity, and connection.

Known for her energy, approachability, and strategic thinking, Suzi has a proven track record of delivering successful events, building strong partnerships, and championing local enterprise. Her ability to bring people together and make things happen is at the heart of everything she does.

Suzi is especially passionate about volunteering and supporting local independent businesses and charities, helping them integrate with and give back to the communities they serve. She is a strong advocate for thoughtful, sustainable growth and believes in protecting and celebrating the natural environment as a vital part of thriving local economies.

A trained mental health first aider, Suzi is committed to promoting wellbeing in all areas of her work. She lives in the New Forest with her three children and their crazy Labradoodle puppy, Maple, who keeps life interesting!

Director, Business Hub Romsey

Philippa brings a deep understanding of the Romsey business community and a genuine passion for connecting people. Through her work with the Romsey Chamber of Commerce, she supported local businesses by managing events, communicating with members and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations, including administration and invoicing.

She also played a key role in organising the much-loved Romsey Food Fair, helping to bring together local producers, businesses and the wider community for one of the town’s most popular events.

Alongside this, Philippa runs a business delivering events and experiences within luxury hotels across Hampshire, giving her valuable insight into hospitality, event management and the importance of creating memorable experiences.

Philippa also works as a freelance PA, supporting a range of businesses and professionals with organisation, coordination and administration. Her approachable nature and natural ability to build relationships make her a true people person.

As a Founder of Business Hub Romsey, Philippa is passionate about creating opportunities for businesses to connect, collaborate and support one another. She plays an important role in ensuring that every event feels welcoming, well organised and focused on bringing the local business community together.