many spend maternity leave dreaming of starting a business, but Tammy Gow was determined to make it a reality. Although she had worked in finance for years, she was desperate to scratch her creative itch. So within months of having her son Hunter, she conceived the idea of Hunter & Co, an online homeware store that launched in February 2018. Its relaxed, coastal style has attracted a loyal fan base keen to bring a touch of Hamptons living to their homes. Tammy lives in Greenwich with husband John, sons Hunter, three, and Jaxon, 11 months, alongside two kittens, Murphy and Pippa.
Sum up your business in five words…
Fresh, relaxed, coastal modern homeware.
What was the light-bulb moment that led to you launching your business? I had a full-time finance…