We're always on the look-out for stories about our members and are delighted to report on so many successes and interesting events in this week's edition.

Emma Shipley is the owner and designer behind Emma J Shipley, a womenswear and accessories brand. Emma has won a place on a Guardian and UPS trade mission to Atlanta, USA in March, one of 10 people selected from a shortlist after pitching her business to a panel of judges. Check out Emma's designs on her website: www.emmajshipley.com.

The traditional Barber Pole is a symbol of a long-gone era, but High Wycombe-based barber shop entrepreneur Dimitri Matheou has created a range of barber pole replicas and furniture based on authentic vintage barber poles and signs to keep the spirit alive. Vintage poles are almost impossible to find these days and so he designed a new range which faithfully replicate some of the most classic designs.

One of the most striking is a 1960s style Chevrolet car replica which can take centre stage as a unique and striking salon reception desk. The quirky new range has just been launched to barbers and hairdressers worldwide. See the fantastic work for yourself at the Cronus Barber Shop Furniture website.

The Guardian has named Wendover and its surrounding area as one of its 20 Great Country Walks. The article waxed lyrical about the seven-mile route it suggested walkers take, and took the time to mention the best stop-off points along the route, including Buckinghamshire Business First members The Red Lion, the King and Queen, Village Gate, the George and Dragon, and The Packhorse.

Visit Buckinghamshire shared a very popular stand at an Excursions trade show recently with Buckinghamshire’s latest tourist attraction the Green Dragon Rare Breeds Farm and Eco Centre. The trade show is aimed at destinations and attractions venues who are looking to expand their business and who wish to talk to tour organisers and operators face to face. The 2015 Visit Buckinghamshire Guide and 2015 Group Leisure Guides were also on display for interested visitors. Go to the Visit Buckinghamshire website to keep up with the best of tourism and leisure in Buckinghamshire or speak to Charlotte Walker charlotte@bbf.uk.com to find out how Visit Buckinghamshire can help promote your business.

The Boodles, a pre-Wimbledon tennis event run by Stoke Park and ACE Group, was named Best Hospitality Experience Award at the Eventia Awards towards the end of 2014 at the Hilton, Park Lane.

One for the future: On Friday 26 June, Heart of Bucks, formerly Buckinghamshire Community Foundation, is holding its Summer Ball. The event is in aid of their work supporting local community groups in Buckinghamshire. Tickets are £90 per person, with tables of 10 up for available if you have a big group who would like to go. The dress code is black tie, so get your glad-rags on! Contact Vicky James for ticket information on 01296 330134 or email vjames@buckscf.org.uk.

Do you have any news that you would like to share with your fellow Buckinghamshire Business First members? Email news@bbf.uk.com and you could feature in an upcoming edition of the BBF newsletter.