Chris Forbes, Author at Elite Business Magazine

Chris Forbes

Chris Forbes is co-founder of Cheeky Panda ranked number 6th in the UKs top 100 start-ups and Sunday Times Fast Track 100 Ones to Watch. He has a 20 years track record of building world class teams in B2B and retail. Specialist skills include, sales, building lean profitable business models, high yield growth, equity/debt finance and risk management. Passionate about building 21st century companies that have purpose over profit but are still commercially viable entities.

The business year 2021

Chris Forbes

Dec 31 '21

Cheeky Panda’s Chris Forbes reviews the past 12 months and looks ahead to the future.

‘Don’t be bashful’

Chris Forbes

Oct 23 '21

Entrepreneur Chris Forbes says an important part of being a business owner is to try and earn recognition for your products, services and brand.

The business of battling climate change

Chris Forbes

Aug 24 '21

Chris Forbes, co-owner of The Cheeky Panda, discusses the urgent need to invest in ‘green businesses.’

The importance of developing a positive culture

Chris Forbes

Aug 18 '21

The culture of an organisation or company is shaped and nurtured by its bosses. So make certain it’s not a negative or destructive one, says the co-owner of The Cheeky Panda, Chris Forbes.

How to search for, attract and retain talent

Chris Forbes

Jul 7 '21

Chris Forbes of Cheeky Panda believes there are three stages to seeking, hiring and retaining top business personnel.

How to fund a start-up or raise money for an existing business

Chris Forbes

Jun 14 '21

There are two main ways to raise capital for a business debt investment or equity investment. Chris Forbes, co-founder of The Cheeky Panda, outlines the pros and cons for both.

‘Be meticulous at all times’

Chris Forbes

May 10 '21

According to Chris Forbes, co-founder of The Cheeky Panda, it’s vital to do your homework and comprehensive product testing, before turning your idea into a business.