Press Release: Liquid Friday joins Business South as a Champion

Portsmouth-based firm Liquid Friday, a leading provider of payroll and workforce management solutions, is proud to announce that it has joined Business South as a Champion, becoming part of a distinguished network of organisations committed to driving sustainable growth, innovation and economic prosperity across the Central South region. 

About Business South 

Business South is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that brings together business leaders, public sector decision-makers, and academic institutions to address critical economic challenges and opportunities in the Central South region. 

As a key advocate for regional growth, Business South provides a platform for collaboration and knowledge-sharing, ensuring that businesses can contribute to a thriving, inclusive economy.
Through its Champions program, Business South empowers businesses to influence regional policy, share best practice and build strategic partnerships.  

Liquid Friday’s regional commitment

Commenting on the announcement, Joe Taffurelli, COO of Liquid Friday, said:

“By joining Business South, we gain the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded businesses and contribute to initiatives that promote growth, innovation and sustainable practices in the South of England. As a people-focused organisation, this membership aligns perfectly with our values of community engagement and continuous improvement.”

Becoming a Business South Champion allows Liquid Friday to engage in high-level discussions and initiatives aimed at enhancing the region’s economic resilience and future-readiness. The company is excited to contribute to key areas such as sustainability, skills development and regional economic growth.

Looking ahead

As part of the Business South Champions network, Liquid Friday will be actively involved in a number of initiatives and Action Groups, including:

People South: Collaborating with partners to address the region’s skills and workforce needs. Liquid Friday will contribute to initiatives designed to develop talent, enhance skills and ensure a local workforce fit for the future.

Regenerate South: Participating in projects aimed at revitalising and strengthening local communities. By supporting regeneration efforts, Liquid Friday will contribute to the overall growth and resilience of the region. 

Sustainable South: Working alongside other Champions to promote sustainable business practices and environmental stewardship. Liquid Friday will engage in efforts to advance sustainability and drive innovations for a greener future.

Leigh-Sara Timberlake, Group CEO of Business South, said:

“We are overjoyed to welcome Liquid Friday as a new Business South Champion. We have been really impressed with the ethos and dynamism of Liquid Friday and feel their team will bring expertise and enthusiasm to our Action Groups and events.”

Notes for Editors

About Liquid Friday

Liquid Friday, established in 2006 and based in Portsmouth, has evolved from a small local business into a prominent national brand. Today, the business supports over 5000 contractors and more than 400 recruitment agencies across the UK with a full range of payroll and workforce management solutions.

Through its agency clients, Liquid Friday provides support to numerous large hirers in the Central South region, including BAE, Babcock, Jaguar Land Rover and Rolls Royce. As an accredited member of the Freelancer and Contractor Services Association (FCSA), Liquid Friday maintains a reputation for excellence and reliability in the contracting services industry.