Based on the Wirral, Bala is the owner of the Chocolate Cellar. Inspired by the Joanne Harris book "Chocolat", Bala carried out some research and discovered the true magic of chocolate! The business started in 2005 servicing both corporate and retail customers and since launch Bala has found herself in many roles: a befriender for bereaved parents, a children's rights campaigner and an Ambassador for the Girl Guide Association. Bala has learned resilience on her small business journey and would urge others starting out "to trust your instincts and have faith in yourself".
Bala won the Bricks and Clicks Small Award in 2017.
Visit WebsitePublished: 16 June 2020