Stephanie Ward Online Business Services/The Spicy Brain Collective

In 2016, Steph was diagnosed with hip dysplasia, after many incorrect diagnosis's. She recognised there was 'plenty of seats around a hypothetical table, but disabled people are less able to get to those seats over a neurotypical abled person'. So, SWOBS was born, after recognising the playing field for work should be more inclusive. She was a one-woman team in January 2023, when she got diagnosed with ADHD. Fast forward a year, she has more than quadrupled her client base and has a team of 8 full-time neurodivergent and neurotypical employees, with all female management and an autism diagnosis!

What makes us 'award-winning' is our commitment to excellence, innovation, and impact. We go above and beyond to deliver exceptional service and create meaningful change in the lives of our clients. Our innovative approach to supporting neurodiversity in entrepreneurship has garnered recognition and accolades, earning us the trust and loyalty of our clients and peers. Our advocacy efforts and community engagement initiatives demonstrate our commitment to driving positive change beyond our business endeavours. We are not just focused on profits; we are driven by a larger mission to create a more inclusive and equitable society for neurodivergent individuals.
Steph has created a business supporting and employing disabled and neurodiverse people in the North East and spread across the country. Our services address the unique challenges neurodivergent individuals face, offering empathetic guidance and a supportive community. Steph’s dedication to innovation and impact ensures exceptional service, earning both awards and client trust. Her approach empowers entrepreneurs to overcome obstacles, grow their businesses, and increase revenue.

Steph has created an environment and community across her businesses in the Spicy Brain Collective, including Stephanie Ward Online Services and Bootstrap Business Club, that celebrates diversity and supports neurodiverse and disabled people in thriving by building their own businesses and working their way. Working with government initiatives such as Access to Work to get funding for the clients and her team to get the support needed to be a part of the workforce.
Steph inspires her team every day in her open approach and support she gives us all. What sets Stephanie Ward Online Business Services apart from other businesses in the UK is our unwavering dedication to supporting neurodivergent entrepreneurs and fostering inclusivity in entrepreneurship.