Any challenge. Dealt with.
Bring our experts any business problem or goal.
We’ll deal with it together, every step of the way.
I want to increase weekly footfall I’m not confident my pricing is right I think we should fire my head chef I have stock that isn’t moving My marketing spend isn’t paying back I’d like to apply for a new local grant We’re growing but cashflow is still tight I want to see if we can sell my business We’d like lots more online reviews I’m unsure whether or not to expand I’m about to launch our second location I need more work-life balance this year
The easier way to thrive on the high street
Set a challenge
We can work on anything
- Direct access to a trusted expert
- On video calls and via WhatsApp
- To fully diagnose your challenges
Get a plan
We show what to do next
- Clear guides at each step
- Any questions answered
- All fully personalised to you
Get it done
We turn plans into action
- Hands-on help with key jobs
- Progress tracking all the way
- Week by week, until it’s done
Trusted by retailers, restaurants, salons, studios, services, traders, makers, dreamers and other local entrepreneurs in the U.K.
The team has been helping manage my website, making it clearer for customers to make purchases online – which was such a challenge for me. I finally feel like I have a strong presence to increase sales from.
– Laura, The Balloon Works
Thriver is helping me so much with marketing and attracting customers. I really wanted help with securing more wedding clients and Thriver is delivering that with marketing plans, content and promotional activity.
– Kate, Waterhouse Flowers
I joined Thriver through Ashfield Council and kept using it because it makes running my business smoother. It’s hard to get everything done on my to-do list and Thriver is helping lighten the load every week.
– Isabella, A Stitch in Time
I’ve found Thriver to be incredibly user-friendly, and it’s made it so easy to delegate tasks to the team. Even though I’ve been in business for many years, I have still found the practical support really valuable.
– Erika, KH Hair
Our plan is to scale up to 20 stores. Since joining we have done various things to improve our existing stores, local marketing, ecommerce, inventory management, and financial processes.
– Colin, Cool! Merch
It really is like having a whole team at your fingertips. We’ve done so much already and my business is flying. I never imagined this would even exist, let alone be so affordable. Thanks to the team.
– Dan, Dan The Bike Man
I had this dream to start a high street business with an educational twist. This helped me turn my idea into a reality. I’m looking forward to what we can achieve together as my business develops.
– Sumera, Kidwise
I was stuck on a treadmill, doing the same old thing in my business. I needed help and direction. Having got much more done, my sales are going up and I feel so much better about the future.
– Kirsty, The Home Crafters
This has been a game-changer for our business. Together, we’ve revamped our finances, HR, and even kicked off a number of exciting marketing projects. It really is like having a trusted ally for business success.
– Jon, Fixio
We are building a better future for high streets. Led by local independents that thrive, not just survive.
We built the SaveTheHighStreet movement and 100s of high street businesses in the U.K. Thriver is the next step on our mission. Fixing problems and achieving goals, each week, for everyone.
What we can help with
Any challenge. Anything you want to fix, improve, change or grow in your business.
Big or small, short-term or long-term. If it matters to you, it’s worth bringing to us.
- Problems to fix
POPULAR:
Sales are too up and down
Stock isn’t moving
Bookings are unpredictable
Staff aren’t hitting targets
Marketing isn’t paying off
- Goals to achieve
POPULAR:
Increase weekday footfall
Open a second location
Formalise HR processes
Improve cashflow
Launch a new service
- Quick wins
POPULAR:
Review my sales targets
Check my Google Ad setup
Refresh product pricing
Sense-check a campaign idea
Decide on next staff hire
Get started for free
Tell us what to focus on, and an expert will be in touch to move it forward.
- No new tools to learn.
- Just reliable, expert support.
- Available when you need it.
FAQs
How much does it cost?
Speak to an expert and get your first plan for free. If you want to continue, you can keep your Thriver team from £12 per week. No surprises, and no pressure.
Who are the experts, exactly?
People who’ve actually run and supported high street businesses. From retail and hospitality to services and more. You’ll be matched with someone who best understands your challenge.
Do I need to commit to anything?
No long-term contracts. You can start with one challenge and see how it feels. If it’s useful, you can keep going. If not, you can stop at any time.
Is this ongoing, or just one conversation?
It’s ongoing, if you want it to be. Some challenges get dealt with in days. Others are longer term goals. And we’re here to help with any challenge, anytime.
What kind of businesses is this best for?
Thriver is built for local, customer-facing businesses. Including shops, cafés, salons, studios, services and other independents, from startups to survivors to scaleups in high streets, markets and shopping centres.