There are moments in business — usually the unscripted ones — that stay with you.
Not because they were planned, but because they mattered.
Recently, at Hartsfield Manor during a Connect Surrey networking event gathering, we had one of those moments. A conversation that stepped away from business entirely… and into something far more important.
We had the pleasure of meeting Ian Blyth — the driving force behind the Prostate Project.
A Personal Mission with Real Impact
What’s immediately clear when you speak with Ian is that this isn’t just a cause — it’s personal.
The Prostate Project exists to do something very simple, but incredibly powerful:
Get more men tested, earlier.
Because prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men in the UK, and yet, awareness and early action still aren’t where they need to be.
The work they’re doing focuses on:
- Supporting and funding local PSA testing initiatives
- Making testing more accessible and visible within communities
- Encouraging open, honest conversations around men’s health
Not in a loud or promotional way — but in a way that actually reaches people.
The Reality Most People Don’t Talk About
One of the biggest challenges with prostate cancer is this:
It often develops without clear symptoms in the early stages.
Which means many men don’t realise there’s an issue until much later.
A simple test can change that.
And yet, it’s something many people delay, avoid, or simply don’t think about.
That’s the gap organisations like the Prostate Project are quietly working to close.
Why Local Matters
There’s something particularly powerful about local initiatives like this.
They’re not distant campaigns — they’re part of the community.
They show up in rooms like the one at Hartsfield Manor.
They start conversations that wouldn’t otherwise happen.
They make it easier for people to take that first step.
And often, that first step is all it takes.
A Note from Us at Glow
At Glow, we talk a lot about long-term thinking — designing things properly, looking after them, and taking responsibility beyond the initial decision.
That mindset doesn’t just apply to homes.
It applies to people, too.
Supporting local organisations, raising awareness, and encouraging small but important actions — these are the things that quietly strengthen a community over time.
Learn More or Get Involved
If this resonates — whether for yourself, a friend, or a family member — it’s worth taking a closer look:
👉 Prostate Project
https://prostate-project.org.uk/
Because sometimes, the most important actions aren’t the biggest ones.
They’re the ones we’ve been meaning to take for a while.
