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Chris Forbes
Chris Forbes
Chris Forbes is co-founder of Cheeky Panda ranked the UKs most sustainable household brand by Which? Magazine. 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 founder’s dilemma: hands-on vs delegation

The founder’s dilemma: hands-on vs delegation

Chris Forbes
Oct 14 '25
One of the most common questions I get asked as a founder is: “How do you manage to stay in control without burning yourself out?” The truth is, it’s one of the hardest balancing acts in business
Short-term thinking, long-term costs

Short-term thinking, long-term costs

Chris Forbes
Sep 30 '25
In business, there’s always pressure to deliver quick wins, hit quarterly targets, cut overheads, boost margins
Why hiring is key in scale-up

Why hiring is key in scale-up 

Chris Forbes
Jul 31 '25
One of the most important—yet underrated—skills an entrepreneur can develop is the ability to hire the right people at the right stage of the journey
Having followed the NFL since I was 8 with the famous quarterbacks like Tom Brady, Dan Marino and Joe Montana and how quick decisions can be the difference between winning and losing games.

Playing in the pocket quick decisions for an agile business environment

Chris Forbes
Apr 28 '25
Having followed the NFL since I was 8 with the famous quarterbacks like Tom Brady, Dan Marino and Joe Montana and how quick decisions can be the difference between winning and losing games
Supporting your teams in a polarised environment

The innovation formula: Balancing big ideas with smart risk management

Chris Forbes
Mar 7 '25
Innovation is often seen as the domain of game-changers, those who take big swings with bold ideas
In my columns I aim to share insights and analysis into todays dynamic environment and actionable growth hacks that you can use in your companies and careers.

Sustainable growth: Lessons from Cheeky Panda’s Journey

Chris Forbes
Feb 5 '25
In my columns I aim to share insights and analysis into todays dynamic environment and actionable growth hacks that you can use in your companies and careers
The business year 2021

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’

‘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

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

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

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

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.