Claire

An experienced business leader and portfolio entrepreneur, Claire founded LWS in 2000 as a small web design business focused on keeping the web simple, bridging the gap between technical complexity and real-world business needs for local companies. As demand grew, so did the offering. LWS became the outsourced marketing partner for a manufacturing business that expanded rapidly through acquisition and was ultimately sold to a global leader. This success shaped LWS’s model and specialism in B2B, manufacturing, and engineering.

Prior to founding LWS, Claire built her leadership experience over nearly a decade at Sainsbury’s & Homebase, where she progressed from store management to regional and specialist roles, overseeing multiple locations and operations. She then joined the team that founded one of the UK’s early e-commerce websites, working closely with global web development agency Sapient.

Alongside her corporate career, Claire started her property portfolio and has now been a portfolio landlord for almost three decades, which she continues to grow today.

Her passion for growing business through networking and relationships led to her co-founding The South Coast Golf Tour in 2011 with her golf pro fiancé, David.

In 2023, with Libby on board as Director of Client Services & Operations, Claire stepped into the CEO role, focusing on high-level strategy and client relationships, while also allowing time for her other ventures.

Claire enjoys walking, kayaking, and planning her next adventure, with a particular love for Asia, where she finds inspiration in the culture, landscapes, and pace of life.