01 — Local economy
Business in Brighton
Seaside tourism, English-language schools and two universities shape much of the local economy, alongside a large concentration of digital agencies, games studios and freelance designers. American Express runs its European headquarters at John Street, and the city's independent shops, restaurants and event venues depend heavily on weekend and summer visitors from London.
Also known as Brighton and Hove and Brighton & Hove.
Where software helps: Brighton's agencies and studios bill clients by retainer, sprint or hour across many freelancers, while seasonal hospitality businesses need rota, booking and stock tools that cope with summer and weekend peaks.