ROCCO 2014 Programme

CELEBRATING BUSINESS EXCELLENCE IN RENFREWSHIRE #2014Rocco

Evening Programme & Menu — 6.30pm —

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After Dinner Drinks reception — 7.10pm —

Welcome

Tom Johnston, Renfrewshire Chamber President — 7.25pm —

Introduction

from your Host Fred MacAulay — 7.40pm —

ROCCO Business Awards Part 1 — 8.20pm —

— 8.25pm — Dinner Chefs home made sweet potato and roasted pepper soup served with artisan bread rolls -oOoFillet of scotch beef top with a smooth pate and mushroom duxelle wrapped in puff pastry served with a rich port wine sauce

Charity Raffle — 10.40pm —

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Vegetarian Option Chargrilled vegetables topped with buffalo mozzarella wrapped in puff pastry set on potato rosti with a light cream chive sauce

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Awards Dinner Close

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Trio of Desserts Vanilla and winter berry parfait set on decorated chocolate plate with a duo fruit coulis

After Show Party

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Welcome

Freshly brewed tea & coffee with traditional tablet and mint chocolates

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Served with fondant of new potatoes and barrel vegetables

Principal sponsor Professor Craig Mahoney Principal And Vice Chancellor Of UWS

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Entertainment

in the Birch suite — 2.00am —

Carriages

President’s Welcome We are here tonight to celebrate business excellence in Renfrewshire, with the ROCCO’s: the annual business awards of Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce, now in their 11th year. Of the many events we hold each year, this is our premier event and the largest business black tie dinner in Renfrewshire. Companies know that by gaining recognition for their hard work they can further benefit their business. Winning a ROCCO is a great achievement.

Tom Johnston President, Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce

On behalf of the Board of directors, management and staff, welcome to the ROCCO’s 2014, the Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.

The decision making process was, as expected, incredibly tough, with the quality of applications yet again of a very high standard. In this the 50th year of your Chamber we received more entries than ever before. Congratulations to everyone who entered as you all had a success story to share. For those of you who did not make the shortlist, we hope you will try again next year. I wish to thank the 34 judges who gave up their time to judge the entries and to attend the presentations from the shortlisted companies. The judging process is intense and the contribution of these volunteers is invaluable. In addition I wish to thank all our sponsors for their support, as without it the ROCCO’s would not be possible. Our sponsors in common with your Chamber are genuinely committed to the promotion of Business excellence in Renfrewshire.

The ROCCO’s is a night of celebration, so please enjoy yourself and let’s collectively celebrate the fact that Renfrewshire is a world-class area in which to do business. Support your Chamber and it will support you.

Tom Johnston President, Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce

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Principal Sponsor’s Welcome University of the West of Scotland is proud to sponsor the 2014 ROCCO Awards as part of our partnership working with Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce.

As we develop into one of Scotland’s most innovative modern universities, our aim is to change lives, transform communities and encourage enterprise through outstanding, distinctive and progressive higher education. Our focus is on personalised learning experiences supported by internationally recognised research to ensure UWS graduates will be work-ready and contribute locally and globally.

In 2013/14 our core activities generated around £79million and supported 1600 jobs in Renfrewshire and almost £115million and 2470 jobs in Scotland, as a whole.

In our new corporate strategy, launched at an event held in the Scottish Parliament in October and attended by a number of our private and public sector partners, we set out unashamedly bold and ambitious targets for UWS growth to foster a culture of enterprise that will support economic growth locally and globally.

Across our campuses an ever-increasing number of EU and international students are choosing to study with us and we have development plans for campuses outside the UK. We aim to bring a strong international dimension into all of our activities – from teaching and learning to research and commercialisation and welcome the opportunity to foster stronger links with our local businesses.

For more information on all that we are doing visit www.uws.ac.uk

Professor Craig Mahoney UWS Principal & Vice-Chancellor

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UWS RESEARCH, ENTERPRISE & ENGAGEMENT Our international research presence and our partnership with business will inform and propel our learning provision to create an enterprise culture that will support economic growth locally in Renfrewshire, nationally and globally.

Through the strengthening of our academic excellence and application of our academic

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expertise we will significantly increase turnover, broaden income streams and contribute to the international development of knowledge.

To find out how we can help your company call us on 0141 848 3918, email knowhow@uws.ac.uk or visit www.uws.ac.uk

Host & Entertainment “2014 has been a remarkable year for Scotland with The Commonwealth Games, the Referendum and The Ryder Cup. I’ve been involved in all three: either presenting on Radio 5 Live, Interviewing Tom Watson and Paul McGinley on stage at The Hydro in front of 10,000 people or putting my X in one of two boxes on 18th Sept.

But these things are “one-offs” and The ROCCO’s are perennial, so I’m as delighted to be back as your host for these awards ..... as there’s no greater accolade in my business than to be asked back!

I look forward to entertaining (in equal measure) the nominees, the winners and the people who are just along for a really good night out!”

- Fred MacAulay

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Host & Entertainment Heaather MacDonald Following her powerful performance at the Recruit finale 2014, the Chamber invited Heaather to perform at the Rocco’s. From Heather herself “I am a young, passionate and dedicated singer/ songwriter. I currently study Business Law at University and intend to use my gained knowledge to eventually pursue a thriving career in music.”

Jay Fitzpatrick Jay has performed for us many times including a mesmerising solo at ROCCO 2010 playing Parisienne Walkways showcasing his incredible guitar skills.

We have always been huge fans of Jay and the talent of this young man never ceases to amaze.

Allanah Carson Allanah performed for us back in 2012, great to have her back at ROCCO in 2014.

Big thanks to Tommy McGrory of Loud n Proud for his ongoing support.

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Category Descriptions Running a growing ROCCO Award for Excellence in Customer ROCCO Award for Invest In Renfrewshire business in Renfrewshire?

Services Sponsored by intu Braehead Sponsored by Renfrewshire Council Make us part of your plans

Open to organisations that have customer This award is for companies already signed up to For any successful business a network of trusted Gateway Renfrewshire satisfaction at the heart of their business. advisers is vital. Business Renfrewshire Council’s “Invest in Renfrewshire” Initiative and making a provides practical support and advice to growing Organisations should be able to demonstrate positive contribution Renfrewshire businesses every year. to economic and employment growth in Renfrewshire by measurable benefits in terms of profitability or providing opportunities for young unemployed people.

0141 585 6353 www.bgateway.com market share directly attributed to their excellence in customer service.

ROCCO Award for Enterprise in Education Sponsored by University Of The West Of Scotland

Most Promising New Business 2014 Sponsored by Business Gateway

For a company who is under five years old and shows a high degree of entrepreneurship and vision to This award is open to businesses that can demonstrate the future with the potential for further growth and how they have engaged with an education expansions in turnover, profits and employment levels. establishment(s) in the area of enterprise. The education Businesses should demonstrate business acumen, giving evidence of a well– establishments (schools, college, university orEnterprise other places Business Gateway services are delivered by Local Authorities, Scottish and Scottish Government with the support of associated partner organisations. researched business plans and forecasts for business performance. of learning) involved must be based in Renfrewshire.

ROCCO Award for Innovation and Technology Sponsored by Hillington Park

Open to businesses which have successfully developed innovative products, technologies or services, or who have developed innovative ways of doing business with customers. Entrants will show high degree of creativity and dynamism and will be exploring ways to exploit their innovation to its fullest potential.

ROCCO Award for Excellence in Manufacturing Sponsored by Scottish Leather Group This award is aimed at company’s who can demonstrate business success through excellence in manufacturing. Organisations will be able to show how they have gained Making leatherin their chosen market, by reducing costs, reducing competitive advantage lead-times, improving delivery and/or improving product quality. without costing

the earth.

ROCCO Award for Journey to Zero Waste Sponsored by The William Tracey Group This award is open to organisations have taken real tangible & sustainable steps in their “journey to zero waste”.

ROCCO Award for International Trade Scottish Leather Group Limited 1 Seedhill, Paisley, PA1 1JL, Scotland

Tel: +44 (0)141 847 4520 Fax: +44 (0)141 848 7246 www.scottishleathergroup.com

Sponsored by Glasgow Airport Open to companies who have been successful in breaking into new international markets and are an example to local businesses who wish to start exporting their products & services.

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ROCCO Award for Family Business of the Year Sponsored by The Malcolm Group Open to family businesses where the family members play a key role in the successful running and growth of the company.

ROCCO Award for Young Business Person of the Year Sponsored by West College Scotland

The ROCCO Award for Outstanding Performing Business <5 FTE Sponsored by West College Scotland For smaller businesses of 5 or less staff who can demonstrate a clearly defined vision for developing and growing the business in terms of both profitability and employment.

The ROCCO Award for Outstanding Performing Business in Renfrewshire 5<25 full time employees Sponsored by Renfrewshire Council For smaller businesses who can demonstrate dynamism, commitment to growth and success in achieving planned objectives.

The ROCCO Award for Outstanding Performing Business in Renfrewshire >25 full time employees Sponsored by Phoenix Car Company

Open to individuals aged 30 years old or younger that have established their own business. Entrants should be able to demonstrate how their youth & energy has helped them set up a successful business.

For businesses who have successfully grown their organisation and now operate with more than 25 full time employees. Strong Leadership and clearly defined strategic objectives will have shaped the company’s growth and development.

The ROCCO Award for Employer of the Year Sponsored by Rolls Royce

ROCCO Award for Business Leader of the Year Sponsored by DIAGEO

Open to companies who are not only successful in commercial terms but in addition are viewed as a 1st class employer by their staff & customers and play an important role in the local community

The ROCCO Award for Community Champion Co-sponsored by Engage Renfrewshire & The Royal Bank Of Scotland This award is for any individual or organisation (including private / public sector, Social Enterprises, Charities, Community organisations and Voluntary groups) operating in Renfrewshire.

It aims to recognise the positive contribution made by an individual, group or organisation locally in Renfrewshire’s communities and beyond.

Open to individuals that have the leadership qualities and skills required to drive their organisation forward and be an example to others. They must also recognise the importance of the local community and Renfrewshire as a place to do business.

Making leather without costing the earth.

Scottish Leather Group Limited Locher House, Kilbarchan Road, Bridge of Weir, Renfrewshire, PA11 3RN Scotland T: +44 (0)1505 691725 enquiries@scottishleathergroup.co.uk

www.scottishleathergroup.com

ROCCO Award for Excellence in Customer Service intu Braehead is an economic powerhouse that puts £146 million into the local economy every year.

The numbers are impressive and speak for themselves. intu Braehead provides 6,780 direct jobs - nine per cent of everyone employed in Renfrewshire – paying £88 million in wages every year.

This money - The intu Braehead Pound – can then be spent throughout Renfrewshire, supporting shops and businesses in towns and villages locally.

Opening in 1999, intu Braehead has been the catalyst for the regeneration of the River Clyde from King George V Dock to the Renfrew Ferry. In 14 years we have seen huge economic growth in leisure, commerce, retail and residential sectors at Braehead. All this on land that was once derelict and unused.

Christine Olsen, Customer Services Manager Braehead

intu Braehead is a success story for Renfrewshire having created a mixed-use development that attracts millions of people to Renfrewshire every year. Braehead is the giant magnet for people from outside Renfrewshire that other towns and villages locally can feed off by providing complementary attractions in retail and leisure.

Hundreds of millions of pounds in private investment has gone into creating intu Braehead as it is today. But it doesn’t stop there.

Plans have been announced to invest a further £200 million to create a department store, a new multi-purpose arena, civic square, hotel and a new integrated transport interchange that can facilitate the proposed Fastlink service planned to run from the Southern General Hospital, in Glasgow to Renfrew.

This new development will provide a further 2000 construction jobs and 3000 jobs in retail and leisure once completed and pump even more money into the Renfrewshire economy.

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Finalists Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport is one of the largest private sector employers in Renfrewshire. While the airport directly employs 450 staff, together with the 117 companies based on the campus it supports 4,500 jobs, and more than 7,300 jobs across Scotland as a whole. It also makes the largest contribution of any airport to Scotland’s economy, generating £200 million gross value added (GVA) in 2009

IRW Systems We are a long established Microsoft Partner and highly experienced IT Solutions provider, specialising in software design, software development and support services. Founded in 1994, IRW Systems’ headquarters is in Paisley, 5 minutes from Scotland’s principal business gateway, Glasgow Airport. From original roots, we have grown to be a successful organisation serving the whole of the UK- believing in our enduring principles: User understanding, quality of service, innovation and advancement

Spectrum Service Solutions Spectrum is a specialist cleaning and facilities management company based in Paisley, Renfrewshire. The business is owned and managed by the Speirs family. The Company was established in 2003 and since then the business has grown organically to a turnover of £3.2 million with over 400 employees. Spectrum delivers its services to a wide range of blue chip clients across Renfrewshire and Scotland in a wide range of sectors.

ROCCO Award for Enterprise in Education Finalists

Presented by University of the West of Scotland, the local university for over 30% of the population base of Scotland, has campuses in Ayr, Dumfries, Hamilton and Paisley.

Childcare First â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Hillview Nursery Childcare first - Hillview Nursery is a limited company governed by a board of directors. It delivers high quality childcare and pre-school education for 0-5 years in partnership with Renfrewshire Council within an area of deprivation and social & economic poverty.

Hillview nursery is an inclusive part of community life which values and supports children as they become confident individuals, successful learners, respectable citizens & effective contributors; we develop well trained, knowledgeable staff with continued commitments to learning.

Hubbell Scotland We are a world leading supplier of hazardous and industrial area electrical, lighting and control gear products. We provide a complete package of electrical solutions to some of the toughest environments on the planet from oil installations in the North Sea to refinery operations in the Middle East. Hubbell is committed to quality and strives to provide the best possible levels of service to our customers. Our range of innovative hazardous area lighting products are built to the highest quality standards (ISO 9001:2008) and our support networks aim to provide a superior level of customer service.

Kirklandneuk Primary â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kickstart Kirklandneuk Primary School is an inclusive learning community that strives for excellence in its approach to learning and teaching. Young learners are encouraged to achieve their potential by developing the skills required for life and work and to become responsible citizens in their community and beyond. A culture of respect and aspiration lies at the heart of everything Kirklandneuk Primary School does.

Having a transformational influence on the economic, social and cultural development of Scotland is a key aim of UWS and the University enjoys close links with local organisations and businesses across its campus locations.

With a strong focus on enterprise development, the University recently launched its own Volunteering Academy at Hamilton Campus, an initiative that UWS aims to roll-out across its campus sites. The Volunteering Academy offers training courses run by students to enhance the employment prospects of the long-term unemployed in the local community. This tie-up helps enhance residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience and their awareness of the University and also contributes actively to development of the local area.

Dr Chris Lloyd, UWS

Interim Dean of School UWS is also keen to work with local and regional businesses to of Business & Enterprise offer professional international experience to its students. These experiences could take a variety of forms, such as students undertaking work experience in overseas branches; students carrying out projects for a business overseas; or students working in Scotland but liaising with international branches to achieve agreed outcomes. These experiences will provide invaluable work experience for students, whilst also increasing the promotion of Renfrewshire and its thriving business sector internationally.

Supporting all stakeholders to be more entrepreneurial; to think and act in enterprising ways; and to grasp opportunities to develop enterprise of all forms; are just some of the ways that UWS can contribute to the development of our local economy.

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ROCCO Award for Innovation and Technology Today Hillington Park is home to around 500 businesses who in turn employ over 6,100 people and generate over £340m of economic wealth every year.

It is Scotland’s largest mixed use business park and hosts vital industrial sectors including manufacturing, distribution, technology, food and drink and service as they trade successfully in both the domestic and international markets.

Hillington Park recently became home to Scotland’s only Simplified Planning Zone, a scheme that simplifies and streamlines planning regulation. The SPZ allows development projects to proceed automatically, as all of the key planning considerations have been dealt with up-front.

Jamie CummingCommercial Director Hillington Park

The benefit’s of the Park’s superb location, two minutes from the M8 and two miles from Glasgow Airport, means that the 417 acre estate continues to attract major organisations through start-ups with exciting ambitions to grow and succeed.

The Park is owned and managed by Patrizia UK Ltd, a highly experienced real estate business covering acquisitions, development, portfolio and asset management, structured finance/funding and reporting. It holds a strong record in core and opportunistic asset and investment management making in excess of €1bn of investments since the beginning of 2013.

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Finalists Quarriers Quarriers is one of Scotland’s largest social care charities. We provide practical care and support for thousands of vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. Through our diverse range of services across the UK, we help thousands of people to lead happier, more fulfilling lives.

Rolls-Royce Rolls-Royce Plc is a world-leading provider of power systems and services for use on land, at sea and in the air, and has established a strong position in the global markets such as Civil Aerospace, Marine and Energy.

The Malcolm Group Originating as a family-owned business in the 1920’s, The Malcolm Group has become the leading provider of Logistics, Construction and Maintenance services in the UK. The group endeavours to provide innovative and practical solutions, promoting the building of successful partnerships for long-term mutual gain with all stakeholders. After over 80 years in business The Group’s corporate culture still upholds the personalised hands-on approach of its family owned background.

ROCCO Award for Excellence in Manufacturing Finalists Diageo Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits, beer and wine categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, JεB, Buchanan’s, Windsor and Bushmills whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness. Diageo is a global company, and our products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world.

Rolls-Royce Rolls-Royce Plc is a world-leading provider of power systems and services for use on land, at sea and in the air, and has established a strong position in the global markets such as Civil Aerospace, Marine and Energy.

Smith & McLaurin Smith & McLaurin designs, develops and manufactures selfadhesive material for use in the labelling industry. Using local expertise, we design the label construction based on its intended application. We then formulate adhesive and coating material to exacting technical standards by applying silicone, adhesive or other chemicals to a range of papers in thickness measured in microns. We supply printers and converters across the UK, Europe and further afield who will then manufacture the final label to be applied to the end product. Our products are used in the food, beverage, automotive, pharmaceutical, chemical, e-commerce, electronics, and personal care sectors, among others.

Scottish Leather Group is the largest manufacturer of leather in the United Kingdom, with three manufacturing sites; Bridge of Weir, Paisley and Glasgow. The group was originally formed in 1965 as an amalgamation of several long established, privately owned leather manufacturers.

Today the group comprises the following companies: Andrew Muirhead & Son Ltd, Glasgow est. 1840; Bridge of Weir Leather Company Ltd, Bridge of Weir, est. 1905; W J & W Lang Ltd, Paisley, est. 1872; NCT Leather Ltd, Bridge of Weir, est. 1936; and SLG Technology, Bridge of Weir, est. 2008. The Group turnover is over £100M of which over 80% is exported to over 60 countries.

The group companies have a long and distinguished track record of export sales and Bridge of Weir is a winner of the Queen’s Award on four occasions, most recently for international Trade in 2012. Employing over 600 people, the majority of whom are based in Renfrewshire, Scottish Leather Group has a strong commitment to personal career development, talent management and succession planning to ensure the long term sustainability of the business. This has been further enhanced in 2012 through the establishment of the SLG Academy.

Billy Riddell Managing Making leather Director NCT Leather without costing the earth.

The group has invested significantly in its manufacturing operations and can compete favourably with the best in the leather industry, supplying global luxury brands. Long established customers include - Aston Martin, Jaguar Land Rover, Volvo, Mercedes AMG, Lotus, Morgan, British Airways, Leather Group Limited has Emirates Airline, American Airlines, Singapore Airlines and many others. In Scottish addition leather Locher House, Kilbarchan Road, Bridge of Weir, Renfrewshire, PA11 3RN Scotland T: +44 (0)1505 691725 been supplied to many prestigious hotels, restaurants, public buildings and corporate offices enquiries@scottishleathergroup.co.uk www.scottishleathergroup.com around the world.

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ROCCO Award for Journey to Zero Waste The William Tracey Group is one of the UK’s leading recycling and resource management companies and has been working with the Scottish Government and Zero Waste Scotland through the development and implementation of Scotland’s new waste regulations, which came in to effect on the 1st January 2014.

William Tracey has developed a cost effective and easy to implement solution enabling businesses of all types and sizes to not only comply with the Regulation but also to increase recycling rates and control their future waste management costs.

The Company was the first recycling and resource business in Scotland to have collection vehicles which are split into 3 segregated compartments making compliance as easy as 3, 2, 1, ZERO! Robin Stevenson, Managing Director Non Hazardous Waste William Tracey

3: Mixed Recycling The new legislation requires businesses to present metal, plastic, glass, paper and card for separate collection from 1 January 2014. We can collect all items (except glass) in one bin as ‘Mixed Recycling’ and sort them at one of our Materials Recycling Facilities (MRF’s).

2: Glass Glass must be collected separately from Mixed Recycling streams as there is no current technology available for separating it from other materials.

1: Food Recycling Businesses which produce over 50 kg of food waste per week must separate food waste for collection from 1 January 2014. This threshold will drop to 5kg from 2016.

ZERO: Waste from your business goes directly to Landfill For more information contact The William Tracey Group on 01505 321 000 www.williamtraceygroup.com.

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Finalists Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport is one of the largest private sector employers in Renfrewshire. While the airport directly employs 450 staff, together with the 117 companies based on the campus it supports 4,500 jobs, and more than 7,300 jobs across Scotland as a whole. It also makes the largest contribution of any airport to Scotland’s economy, generating £200 million gross value added (GVA) in 2009

Thermo Fisher Scientific Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, with revenues of $17 billion and 50,000 employees in 50 countries. We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity. Inchinnan is the EMEA HQ for the Life Science Solutions Group (LSG), part of the wider Thermo Fisher Company.

Spectrum Service Solutions Spectrum is a specialist cleaning and facilities management company based in Paisley, Renfrewshire. The business is owned and managed by the Speirs family. The Company was established in 2003 and since then the business has grown organically to a turnover of £3.2 million with over 400 employees. Spectrum delivers its services to a wide range of blue chip clients across Renfrewshire and Scotland in a wide range of sectors.

ROCCO Award for International Trade Finalists CCR3 CCR3 is a leader in people development and performance management solutions. Since its inception in 2013 CCR3 has built an impressive client base which includes internationally renowned names including Emirates, KPMG, Citi Group Paddy Power and BAE Systems. Through its own proprietary systems, it provides consultancy and software propositions to its clients to help them enable a truly integrated performance management culture that directly improves organisational performance and personal development. Their ethos is about enabling an organisation through leading edge technology, to better drive performance in both their systems as well as increasing the net worth of their human capital. Our modern business model which has witnessed growth in excess of 200% provides us with the infrastructure and support needed to compete both locally and on an International stage.

Smith & McLaurin Smith & McLaurin designs, develops and manufactures selfadhesive material for use in the labelling industry. Using local expertise, we design the label construction based on its intended application. We then formulate adhesive and coating material to exacting technical standards by applying silicone, adhesive or other chemicals to a range of papers in thickness measured in microns. We supply printers and converters across the UK, Europe and further afield who will then manufacture the final label to be applied to the end product. Our products are used in the food, beverage, automotive, pharmaceutical, chemical, e-commerce, electronics, and personal care sectors, among others.

Peak Scientific The principal activity of the company is the manufacture and supply of gas generators and the service and repair of these generators. With headquarters and manufacturing base at Inchinnan in Scotland and a sales and service presence in Europe, USA, Asia, South America and South Africa, the company exports to more than 125 countries worldwide.

Glasgow Airport is one of the largest private sector employers in Renfrewshire. While the airport directly employs 450 staff, together with the 117 companies based on the campus it supports 4,500 jobs, and more than 7,300 jobs across Scotland as a whole. It also makes the largest contribution of any airport to Scotland’s economy, generating £200 million gross value added (GVA) in 2009.

With some 30 airlines serving more than 100 destinations worldwide, including Canada, the US, the Caribbean, Europe and the Gulf, it is Scotland’s principal long-haul airport.

In addition to being Scotland’s largest charter hub, Glasgow Airport serves more Scottish destinations than any other airport and is a key component of Scotland’s transport infrastructure.

It is – and will continue to be – the West of Scotland’s primary link to economic markets and is therefore pivotal to its future success.

Amanda McMillan,

Managing Director, Glasgow Airport has enjoyed sustained passenger growth since Glasgow Airport January 2011 and despite the challenging economic climate it has also enjoyed considerable success in attracting new routes.

This included the launch in October 2014 of Ryanair’s new base. The airline will operate nine services from Glasgow bringing in excess of 800,000 additional passengers per year.

As part of its extensive preparations for the 2014 Commonwealth Games the embarked on one of the most significant and comprehensive upgrades to the main terminal since it was first opened in 1966. Its £17 million investment programme saw large parts of the main terminal building undergo a major makeover. This included international arrivals which for many was the gateway to the Games.

In April 2014, Glasgow Airport created Scottish aviation history when it became the first airport in Scotland to welcome the world’s largest commercial aircraft, the A380. Emirates brought the aircraft to Scotland to mark the 10th anniversary of its hugely successful Glasgow to Dubai service.

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ROCCO Award for Invest in Renfrewshire Invest in Renfrewshire is the council’s flagship programme to boost the local economy and tackle youth unemployment.

Since its launch in 2012, more than 650 local businesses have signed up to take part in the scheme.

In that time, Invest has supported the creation of almost 700 new jobs, while helping a further 1,700 people into employment.

The programme includes various packages of financial support designed to help businesses take on new staff and grow their operations.

In return for this support, firms are asked to look at creating employment opportunities for local young people, such as a new job or a graduate internship.

Councillor Mark Macmillan, Leader of Renfrewshire Council

One of the key aims behind Invest in Renfrewshire is to help build lasting partnerships between the council and the local businesses community.

This is because the council recognises it cannot tackle unemployment alone, it must do so by working with local firms to help create opportunities.

The Invest in Renfrewshire award is for the company which best embodies the spirit of this agreement.

All the nominees have shown a real commitment to the area by investing in its young people and tonight’s nomination is a recognition of all they have given back to the local community.

The Invest in Renfrewshire Team would like to offer our congratulations to the three nominees.

We look forward to working with you all again in the future.

- Find out more about Invest by calling 0300 300 1180, emailing invest@renfrewshire.gov.uk, visiting www.investinrenfrewshire.com, or following @InvestinRen on Twitter.

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Finalists Muir Slicer Associates Muir Slicer are an established Investors in People Gold accredited company specializing in consultancy, assessment and training.

We offer a client centred approach with personalized training packages and courses tailored to our clients’ individual needs. We have an experienced and professional team of qualified trainers providing organisations with a wide range of quality training and support to assist them to compete and grow in today’s marketplace using a variety of verbal and non-verbal methods. Our achievement rate for modern apprenticeships is over 90%.

Pro Website Solutions We are a web marketing company with 5 staff. All staff have specific roles which they complete to high standards to ensure that we meet the needs of everyone who comes to us looking for a particular service. We provide search engine optimisation, web design, offer marketing strategies which work with today’s markets and offer a range of IT and internet security services.

Saporito Saporito is a vibrant new coffee shop in the centre of Paisley. Set over 3 areas they provide an ideal informal meeting destination which has proved popular for business as well as socialising. They are passionate about fresh food and offer a fresh handmade patisserie counter as well as Italian style ice cream counter and a separate takeaway area. The continental style cafe is open late into the evenings and employs over 20 staff. It has brought many people back into the centre of Paisley boosting the on-going regeneration of the new Abbey quarter area.

ROCCO Award for Most Promising New Business 2014 Running a growing in Renfrewshire?

Every business has to start somewhere. Even some ofbusiness the world’s corporate giants made their way to the top from Make us part of your plans humble beginnings.

Finalists Saporito Saporito is a vibrant new coffee shop in the centre of Paisley. Set over 3 areas they provide an ideal informal meeting destination which has proved popular for business as well as socialising. They are passionate about fresh food and offer a fresh handmade patisserie counter as well as Italian style ice cream counter and a separate takeaway area. The continental style cafe is open late into the evenings and employs over 20 staff. It has brought many people back into the centre of Paisley boosting the on-going regeneration of the new Abbey quarter area.

Aldwych & Co Aldwych & Co is a B2B telemarketing agency. They help Aldwych Co companies to increase their sales via telemarketing, appointment setting, lead generation, LinkedIn selling campaigns and the provision of B2B marketing databases. Over the last year they have built a solid client base of SMEs through to global corporations locally, nationally and internationally. Aldwych & Co has developed a proven methodology for creating new sales opportunities via an open, consultative and non-aggressive approach to lead generation.

They are also pioneering a unique lead generation technique combining social media with telemarketing. These methods are adding value to their clients by achieving up to a 352% better strike rate in comparison to traditional marketing methods.

Red Media UK Red Media are a fully served Digital Marketing agency based in Hillington.

Initially founded as a Social Media agency, our clients desire for clear, goal-orientated online marketing campaigns has led us to develop our team based at Hillington; allowing us to offer Graphic Design, Branding, S.E.O, Web Design, Photography & Videography in-house. Red Media have won a number of new clients based on our ability to manage our client’s campaigns via our growing team. With our creative minds central to our client’s marketing campaigns, we offer refreshing strategies which deliver clear and consistent online brand communication for our customers.

For any successful business a network of trusted advisers is vital. Business Gateway Renfrewshire

Entrepreneurship contributes to the health of the localprovides practical support and advice to growing Renfrewshire businesses every year. economy by generating new business and new jobs.

But in these challenging economic times it isn’t easy to get a new company off the ground, and the first year can be the hardest for many.

0141 585 6353 www.bgateway.com

Business Gateway aims to encourage new business growth by helping to give new companies the best possible start.

Refrewshire Council’s Business Gateway services are delivered through a team of experienced business advisors and staff.

Services include free advice, information and training to those thinking of starting up in business and firms already in Cllr Jacqueline Business services are delivered

by Local Authorities, Scottish Enterprise Scottish Government with the support of associated partner organisations. operation, as Gateway well as events covering everything fromandbusiness Henry, Convener of Renfrewshire Council’s basics to more detailed practical skills.

Businesses are also directed to sources of funding, such as Renfrewshire Council’s Invest in Renfrewshire programme.

Education Policy Board

It is a great pleasure to be sponsoring tonight’s ROCCO award for the most promising new business.

Each of the three nominees for this award deserves great credit for their efforts and their success.

They have all made a valuable contribution to the local economy and we will be watching their progress with interest in the years ahead.

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ROCCO Award for Family Business of the Year The Malcolm Group is arguably one of the UK’s leading providers of third-party logistics, construction, and vehicle maintenance services.

Originating as a family-owned business in the Renfrewshire area back in the 1920’s, it’s safe to say The Group’s operations have grown substantially.

From its beginnings with assets of only a single horse and cart used to transport coal around the Johnstone area, not only has The Group expanded in terms of the services offered but also in its scale of operations which are now throughout the whole of the UK. It was the hard work and strategic investment in vehicles, plant and depots by Donald Malcolm that brought the business to what we know today.

John Melrose, Sales Director, The Malcolm Group

Starting life as a private company, The Group went on to enjoy forty-five successful years in the ‘public’ domain before ownership was once again with the Malcolm family.

Today, the company is run by Donald’s two sons, Andrew and Walter, who along with their team of 2,000 staff continue to see the business grow and develop.

Over the years, The Group has achieved much success and remains a forward-thinking organisation throughout its divisions but is proud to have preserved its heritage, in maintaining a personalised and hands-on management approach which is unique to any family-run business.

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Finalists Carli’s Kindergarten Carli’s Kindergarten is an award winning nursery in Erskine. It facilitates an educational childcare setting for 0-5 year old children embedding the UNCRC and total commitment of all involved to children’s rights, along with responsive attention to each child’s interests and needs, guiding longer-term strategic decisions as well as everyday practice. We have two out of school cares within Renfrewshire caring for the children of working families. Carli’s kindergarten has a great emphasis on encouraging and nurturing relationships with the children and families, the community and other agencies that utilise the services.

G Porrelli & Co Manufacturers and retailers of fine quality Italian style ice cream, and distributors of food products to the hospitality, catering trade, frozen food distributors, café-bars, ice cream parlours and multiple retailers Asda, Sainsbury’s and Aldi in Scotland.

Spectrum Service Solutions Spectrum is a specialist cleaning and facilities management company based in Paisley, Renfrewshire. The business is owned and managed by the Speirs family. The Company was established in 2003 and since then the business has grown organically to a turnover of £3.2 million with over 400 employees Spectrum delivers its services to a wide range of blue chip clients across Renfrewshire and Scotland in a wide range of sectors.

ROCCO Award for Young Business Person of the Year Finalists

West College Scotland is proud to sponsor the Young Business Person of the Year Award at this year’s ROCCOs.

Tom Kennett - Kennett Watches I left a full time role in Sales to develop the Kennett timepieces brand almost four years ago. Initially launched as a male watch brand, the brand has diversified to offer watches for ladies and now this year an expansion into accessories. We design our products from our Hillington HQ and take great pride in the fact our range is stocked by some of the UK’s leading online shops like WatchShop.com. With a focus on developing our product ranges and exports growing to countries like U.A.E, Canada, France, we are very excited to be expanding and think 2015 will be a very successful year ahead.

Craig Bickett - Saporito Saporito is a vibrant new coffee shop in the centre of Paisley. Set over 3 areas they provide an ideal informal meeting destination which has proved popular for business as well as socialising. They are passionate about fresh food and offer a fresh handmade patisserie counter as well as Italian style ice cream counter and a separate takeaway area. The continental style cafe is open late into the evenings and employs over 20 staff. It has brought many people back into the centre of Paisley boosting the on-going regeneration of the new Abbey quarter area.

The Young Business Person of the Year recognises the achievement and tenacity of young business people in Renfrewshire.

West College Scotland provides teaching of the highest quality to help and encourage our students to achieve their ambitions.

We coach, teach and inspire young people to support them into sustainable employment, or into starting their own business. Using innovative training methods and expert teaching staff our main aim is to prepare our students for the realities of employment and help them achieve the skills they need to succeed in whatever they choose to do.

By working closely with a range of partners, including employers, we ensure our students are best placed to compete in the employment market by regularly reviewing our training and apprenticeship programmes, ensuring that what we teach is current and relevant to businesses today.

Audrey Cumberford, Principal, West College Scotland

We are proud to be associated with this award, and wish all the finalists the very best of luck for the future.

Lizzy Todd - Tweetiepie Media Our Team here at Tweetiepie Media helps new and established businesses bring a bit of a ‘buzz’ back into their marketing efforts. We offer a variety of online marketing services including social media management and consultancy, search engine optimisation to give your website a boost, website design and development services as well as general marketing services. Over the past 3 years, we’ve developed as a company and grown our offerings to cater for client demands. In my job capacity, I work on growing the company as well as the day to day running of the business. I am also very much involved in taking clients through their marketing journey from initial contact through to completion of projects.

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ROCCO Award for Employer of the Year Rolls-Royce is a Power Systems company, who for more than one hundred years has been providing power for aircraft, ships and land applications. Our vision is to provide “better power for a changing world”.

In doing so, the company employs around 40,000 people at various locations worldwide, the Inchinnan site is one of the largest manufacturing sites in UK operations, employing approximately 800 people in the manufacture of Compressor components for all major Civil Aerospace, Defence, Marine and Industrial applications.

Pat Ruddy, Chief of Manufacturing Engineering Compressors, Rolls-Royce

The £85 million state of the art facility was officially opened in October 2004 with the Company investing an additional £48 million to enhance the site’s capability. The Inchinnan site sets new standards for productivity and process capability and has been recognised nationally, winning an institute of Mechanical engineering award for Process innovation, in addition to the Rocco Award for Excellence in Manufacturing 2008, 2009, 2011 & 2013.

In 2014 the Inchinnan site once again lead the way implementing the newly launched Rolls-Royce Production System, by being the first site within the global supply chain to meet these stringent standards.

The advanced facilities, machine tools and robust manufacturing processes at Inchinnan, coupled with modern working practices, the skill and commitment of our people, continue to drive down the manufacturing cost of existing commodities, in addition to innovating and developing new capabilities for future commodities.

It is with great pleasure and pride that Rolls Royce Sponsor Employer of the Year as it is only though harnessing the power and passion of our people we are able to live up to and deliver on our value of “Trusted to deliver excellence”.

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Finalists Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport is one of the largest private sector employers in Renfrewshire. While the airport directly employs 450 staff, together with the 117 companies based on the campus it supports 4,500 jobs, and more than 7,300 jobs across Scotland as a whole. It also makes the largest contribution of any airport to Scotland’s economy, generating £200 million gross value added (GVA) in 2009.

Clyde Marine Training Clyde Marine Training is the largest and most successful maritime training provider in the UK today. Now based in Hillington Park, Glasgow we are proud to be part of the wider Clyde Group. Our experienced and professional team together hold over 300 years’ experience within the maritime industry. We have grown to become the number 1 choice with an envious reputation for quality, managing over 1000 Trainees on behalf of over 50 global shipping companies and recruiting approximately 50% of the annual UK Trainee Officer intake for the British Merchant Navy today.

Carli’s Kindergarten Carli’s Kindergarten is an award winning nursery in Erskine. It facilitates an educational childcare setting for 0-5 year old children embedding the UNCRC and total commitment of all involved to children’s rights, along with responsive attention to each child’s interests and needs, guiding longer-term strategic decisions as well as everyday practice. We have two out of school cares within Renfrewshire caring for the children of working families. Carli’s kindergarten has a great emphasis on encouraging and nurturing relationships with the children and families, the community and other agencies that utilise the services.

ROCCO Award for Community Champion Finalists I Am Me We are a Renfrewshire community group that works in partnership with Police Scotland and PACE Theatre Company to raise awareness of and help tackle disability related harassment and abuse (Disability Hate Crime). This is currently recognised as one of the most under reported crimes in the UK, Mencap estimate around 97% is currently going unreported (similar to domestic abuse 20 years ago). 20% of the Renfrewshire population are registered as disabled or having a long term illness.

Intu Braehead Intu Braehead is part of the intu brand and is proud to be one of the UK’s top shopping and leisure destinations. We are passionate about providing our customers with their perfect shopping experience and we help retailers flourish.

We aim to be a good corporate citizen and as such corporate responsibility is woven into the fabric of our business. We are active in our community and work with them to identify and help address issues of local concerns, focusing on youth, education and health issues.

The Glitter Beach Foundation Founded by Victoria Lee of Lochwinnoch after been given only 1 month to live due to an aggressive form of Crohns Disease. Whilst bedridden with an open wound for a year and a half, Vicki identified that stoma patients received no counselling or post-surgery support and dedicated her time to setting up the charity to improve the lives of fellow patients and raise awareness. Vicki approached Clair Hastings the RAH Stoma nurse and set up Stoma Buddies. For the first time ever in the UK, Paisley stoma patients are appointed a stoma buddy to support them and 18 months on patient recovery rates have dramatically improved. In May the charity took over Lochwinnoch Sports annexe, derelict since 1982 and have begun refurbishments, giving the charity a base. Plans are also underway to build the UK’s first and only stoma care respite house.

‘Engage Renfrewshire’ is the single door access for community action, volunteering and the local social enterprise sector in Renfrewshire. As Renfrewshire’s Third Sector Interface (TSI) the Company operates as a strategic Community Planning Partner and first point of contact for community and voluntary sector issues. An important service provider for the local community and voluntary sector – providing both administration and significant financial services for many of its members - Engage Renfrewshire also provides services for its local public sector partners.

As well as improving the ability of the local voluntary organisations to deliver better, more efficient services a key task for the Company is the promotion of the local Third Sector as being ‘open for business’ - known for its professionalism, flexibility, responsiveness and innovation.

Allan Dick, Chair, Board of Management, Engage Renfrewshire

RBS is delighted to again jointly sponsor the ROCCO Award for Community Champion.

As well as providing everyday banking services to personal customers, RBS offers comprehensive business and commercial banking services, including specialist finance such as invoice finance, asset finance and leasing, which enable SMEs and large corporate customers to run their business finances more effectively and achieve business goals.

We also offer a broad range of services enabling corporations and institutions to achieve their global financing, transaction services and risk management objectives.

Iain Wilson, Relationship Manager, RBS

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ROCCO Award for Outstanding Performing Business <5 FTE West College Scotland is proud to sponsor the Outstanding Performing Business with less than 5 employees at this year’s ROCCOs. West College Scotland provides teaching of the highest quality to help and encourage our students to achieve their ambitions.

We coach, teach and inspire young people to support them into sustainable employment, or into starting their own business. Using innovative training methods and expert teaching staff our main aim is to prepare our students for the realities of employment and help them achieve the skills they need to succeed in whatever they choose to do.

Audrey Cumberford, Principal, West College Scotland

By working closely with a range of partners, including employers, we ensure our students are best placed to compete in the employment market by regularly reviewing our training and apprenticeship programmes, ensuring that what we teach is current and relevant to businesses today.

We are proud to be associated with this award, and wish all the finalists the very best of luck for the future.

Finalists Anchor Mill Consultancy We are a business consultancy specialising in lead generation and business development activities. We connect our clients with key decision makers and contacts within our client’s own market, introducing both parties with a view to winning new business, sometimes through staging seminars, sometimes directly. We operate at the broad end of the sales cycle, delivering intelligent contact with prospects and representing our clients’ new business strategy. We have 3 dedicated consultants who work in-house with our biggest client, one director who oversees all projects and one administration support assistant.

Commercial & Asset Finance We are an established business finance brokerage, we specialise in providing competitive finance packages for small to medium size businesses. We offer flexible funding packages of all types, giving businesses choice - we are a real alternative to banks with a “Can do” ethos.

CCR3 CCR3 is a leader in people development and performance management solutions. Since its inception in 2013 CCR3 has built an impressive client base which includes internationally renowned names including Emirates, KPMG, Citi Group, Paddy Power and BAE Systems. Through its own proprietary systems, it provides consultancy and software propositions to its clients to help them enable a truly integrated performance management culture that directly improves organisational performance and personal development. Their ethos is about enabling an organisation through leading edge technology, to better drive performance in both their systems as well as increasing the net worth of their human capital. Our modern business model which has witnessed growth in excess of 200% provides us with the infrastructure and support needed to compete both locally and on an International stage.

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Renfrewshire Council recognises it has a key role to play in helping to create conditions in which the local economy can thrive.

Boyd & Company Boyd & Co are an established independent insurance broker based in Paisley having celebrated 40 years in business last year. We are Renfrewshire’s largest independent 5 Mill Street insurance broker and are one of the top 10 independent insurance brokers in Scotland.

Paisley We provide professional advice and risk management services to a large number of PA1 1LY businesses, individuals and charitable organisations in Renfrewshire and beyond.

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Bridgeall Insurance Specialists Bridgeall is an innovative IT consultancy based in Renfrewshire, specialising in the design, development andProperty Construction Motor Trade support of mission critical applications for the public, private Liability Transportation Charities and 3rd sectors. As a Microsoft partner, our expanding team Care Engineering Professions Wholesalers Retailers of first class developers are trained in the latest Microsoft technologies, enabling them to develop the right solutions for our customers Leisure Manufacturers Motor Fleet Renewables

Saporito Saporito is a vibrant new coffee shop in the centre of Paisley. Set over 3 areas they provide an ideal informal meeting destination which has proved popular for business as well as socialising. They are passionate about fresh food and offer a fresh handmade patisserie counter as well as Italian style ice cream counter and aINDEPENDENT separate takeaway area. The LOCAL BROKERS… NATIONAL BACKING continental style cafe is open late into the evenings and employs over 20 staff. It has brought many people back into the centre of Paisley boosting the on-going regeneration of the new Abbey quarter area

We also understand that small businesses are the backbone of our communities and should be supported in their efforts to grow and create jobs.

The current economic climate presents many challenges to smaller firms, which only makes it more important that the public sector is able to offer a helping hand.

This is one of the reasons why the council has made a sizable financial commitment to the local economy through our Invest in Renfrewshire scheme.

It offers a range of funding packages aimed at helping businesses grow – such as wage subsidies to help firms take on new staff, and grants to help them pursue growth projects.

The downturn only makes it more important that we highlight and applaud the success stories of the local companies who are performing well.

Cllr Michael Holmes, Renfrewshire Council Deputy Leader

This is why Renfrewshire Council is delighted to sponsor the ROCCO award for Outstanding Performing Business (five to 25 employees).

The three nominees belong to different sectors but each has – in their own way – made a valuable contribution to the local economy.

We would like to congratulate each one for their success to date and are sure they will continue to successfully fly the flag for Renfrewshire in the future.

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ROCCO Award for Outstanding Performing Business >25 FTE Phoenix Car Company comprises of Phoenix Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, MG, Mitsubishi, Motown and Suzuki.

Phoenix now employs over 350 members of staff across 15 dealerships with every member of our team playing a vital role in the continued growth of the company. As growth continues, this year Phoenix have been one of the few fortunate enough to take on another well known brand MG as it re-launches into the UK market. Our continual support from our ever expanding number of customers who choose Phoenix because of our high standards of customer service we deliver across the group is always appreciated.

Russell Smith, Managing Director, Phoenix Car Company

Always keen to stay ahead within the motor industry Phoenix introduced an industry first ‘The Phoenix Partnership’ to reward employees for their continued hard work and dedication to the company. Phoenix’s aim is to ensure Phoenix is a fun yet professional environment for staff and customers.

Over the years Phoenix have been proud to win numerous awards including European Dealer of the Year and World Dealer awards, and this year we took the title of Employer of the Year at the Motor Trader Industry Awards 2014 of which we are immensely proud of. It has been an exciting year for Phoenix and we are honoured to be presenting an award to one of our fellow chamber members.

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Finalists Spectrum Service Solutions Spectrum is a specialist cleaning and facilities management company based in Paisley, Renfrewshire. The business is owned and managed by the Speirs family. The Company was established in 2003 and since then the business has grown organically to a turnover of £3.2 million with over 400 employees. Spectrum delivers its services to a wide range of blue chip clients across Renfrewshire and Scotland in a wide range of sectors.

Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport is one of the largest private sector employers in Renfrewshire. While the airport directly employs 450 staff, together with the 117 companies based on the campus it supports 4,500 jobs, and more than 7,300 jobs across Scotland as a whole. It also makes the largest contribution of any airport to Scotland’s economy, generating £200 million gross value added (GVA) in 2009

IRW Systems We are a long established Microsoft Partner and highly experienced IT Solutions provider, specialising in software design, software development and support services. Founded in 1994, IRW Systems’ headquarters is in Paisley, 5 minutes from Scotland’s principal business gateway, Glasgow Airport. From original roots, we have grown to be a successful organisation serving the whole of the UK- believing in our enduring principles: User understanding, quality of service, innovation and advancement

ROCCO Award for Business Leader of the Year

Finalists Diageo are proud to be sponsoring the ROCCO Award for Business Leader of the Year.

The nominations are individuals that have the leadership qualities and skills required to drive their organisation forward and be an example to others. They must also recognise the importance of the local community and Renfrewshire as a place to do business. Each member of the Chamber Board of Directors was asked to cast 1 vote for the leader they thought has contributed the most to Renfrewshire in the last 12 months by investment, publicity and business growth.

The nominations are:

Robin MacGeachy, MD Peak Scientific

Diageo is the world’s leading premium drinks business with an outstanding collection of beverage alcohol brands across spirits, beer and wine. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, J&B, Windsor, Buchanan’s and Bushmills whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Baileys, Captain Morgan, Tanqueray and Guinness.

Diageo Shieldhall is the largest Scotch whisky packaging plant in the world. It operates eight high speed lines and produces brands such as Johnnie Walker, J&B and Bell’s. One of their lines has an output of 10 bottles a second making it the fastest spirit line in the world. More than 250 million bottles of whisky leave Shieldhall each year for 180 markets all over the world.

This represents 73% of all whisky produced in Scotland for Diageo and nearly 30% of the total Scotch whisky industry worldwide. Employing up to 590 people, Diageo Shieldhall has a strong commitment to people development and aims to give all employees the opportunity to develop throughout their career.

Adam Mair, Operations Director, Diageo

Audrey Cumberford, Principal & Chief Executive West College Scotland

Colin McMurray, MD Clyde Marine Training

Craig Campbell, Owner Pro Website Solutions

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Charities & Good Causes ROCCO 2013 plus our Christmas & golf raffle helped raise £10,000 for local Renfrewshire charities and good causes. Our main charities over the last year were Accord Hospice and Sailability – Sailing for the Disabled at Lochwinnoch. This year our 2 main charities / good causes are St Vincent’s Hospice and Mary Russell School.

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Charities & Good Causes Mary Russell School caters for 200 pupils from all over Renfrewshire aged 5 to 18 who have a wide variety and range of Additional Support Needs. We have over 50 pupils in our post 16 unit, where we offer a Curriculum tailored to the needs of our pupils, fully embracing all aspects of a Curriculum for Excellence. In order to offer our students a high quality experience, and to ensure their needs are met we require to offer them top quality resources and teaching in a fitting environment. Due to

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Over the next five years we plan to develop existing and new partnerships to create new services to meet the needs of patients and their families while continuing to work closely with the NHS, Renfrewshire Council, other charities and like-minded private sector organisations.

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Our Premier Partner programme continues to prove popular, showing the support the business community has for Renfrewshire, both in it’s Chamber and as a place to do business.

Premier Partners get their logo in Business Matters inside page, landing page of website and Premier Partner page, our eNews and in our app. The rest of a Premier Partner package can include sponsoring a ROCCO Award, private meeting with the Board, adverts, flyers, networking lunches, events etc… We are happy to discuss a package that will help support your business objectives.

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We hope that you enjoy the evening and we appreciate the support offered by our members and the business community of Renfrewshire – Thank you.

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Table Company 30 St Vincent’s Hospice 30 On Track Training & Coaching 31 Smith & McLaurin 32 Thermo Fisher Scientific 33 Colliers International 34 PCR Business 35 Bridgeall 36 Clyde Marine Training 37 Spectrum Service Solutions 38 LESL 39 Bridgeall 40 Aldwych & Co 40 Hubbell Scotland 40 CCR3 41 Commercial & Asset Finance 42 Carli’s Kindergarten 42 Pro Website Solutions 42 The Print Broker 43 Red Media 43 Kennett Watches 44 Kaplan Financial 44 G Porrelli & Co 44 Muir Slicer Associates 45 I Am Me 45 Skills Development Scotland 45 Kirklandneuk Primary School - Kickstart 46 Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce 47 Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce 48 The Glitter Beach Foundation 48 Childcare First 48 Accord Hospice 49 Braehead Clan

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Joining the Chamber

Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce - “Helping Renfrewshire grow & prosper”

Want to join the largest business networking organisation in Renfrewshire and network with just under 600 companies representing 30,000 employees across all sectors?

Membership of the Chamber starts at £125 a year and is based on number of staff. We were established 50 years ago and are fully accredited to British and Scottish Chambers of Commerce and offer our members a wide range of valuable services.

Included in membership at no extra cost: • Chamber HR • Chamber Legal • Business Mentoring • Business Matters quarterly magazine • Market your good news in our eNews • Entry in our online business directory and iPhone / Android app • Member only events • Member only forums such as MacRoberts HR Forum

Offered to members at a competitive discounted rate: • Export documentation • Business Centre room hire • Membership rates at chargeable events • Chamber Health products with Westfield & AXA • Chamber Merchant Services (credit card machines) with First Data • R&D Tax Credits Networking is a key part of what we do as a Chamber and the part that most members see. By the end of December 2014 we will have ran 70 events attracting 2500 people. Examples of our events are: • Monthly networking lunches • “Business Matters” our B2B event & conference

• The Chamber Golf Day • Burns Supper • “Doing Business in…” events • Speed networking • New members events • Visits to local business premises • HR Forum with MacRoberts • Business Forum • Ministerial breakfasts We also have good relations with neighbouring Chambers providing opportunities to network outside Renfrewshire. The Chamber is well connected – including local council, politicians and business leaders.

Our fully accredited affiliations with Scottish and British Chambers mean you have access to a powerful network.

Keep up to date with the Chamber by visiting www.renfrewshirechamber.com and follow us on social media.

(Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin) facebook.com/RenfrewshireChamberofCommerce • twitter.com/RenfrewshireCoC

To get the most out of your existing membership or if you are considering joining please contact Bob Grant on 0141 847 5455, bgrant@renfrewshirechamber.com

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Glasgow Airport Business Centre

Export Documentation Did you know we certify 15,000 export documents a year for 70 clients?

Members receive a significant discount.

Contact Laura Connor at the Chamber for more info lconnor@renfrewshirechamber.com / 0141 847 5465

Run by the Chamber and situated on the ground floor of our building, directly opposite the main terminal arrivals at Glasgow Airport - we have 4 rooms, available for hire. We now have a price guarantee – we won’t be beaten on price.

Got a local quote? We’ll beat it.

The business centre benefits from free wifi, free parking and flip chart in each room with laptop, projector, and catering available on request. The rooms are ideal for interviews, training, meetings, seminars & workshops. Chamber members receive a discount.

For more info visit the meeting rooms section on our website or contact Euan Keltie, 0141 847 5464. ekeltie@renfrewshirechamber.com

Grow your business with a free Business the Mentor Experience Differenc

Bute Court, St Andrew’s Drive, Glasgow Airport, PA3 2SW 0141 847 5450 info@renfrewshirechamber.com

www.renfrewshirechamber.com Business Mentoring Scotland is a partnership between Scottish Enterprise and Scottish Chambers of Commerce

50 Years of Helping Renfrewshire Grow and Prosper

Your Chamber celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2014 by being given a Civic Reception by Renfrewshire Council.

200 members, guests and friends of the Chamber packed Paisley Town Hall for a night of reflection and celebration.

Chamber president Tom Johnston hosted the night with speeches given by Provost Hall, Nora Senior â&#x20AC;&#x201C; President of Scottish & British Chambers who comes from Paisley & Robert Fernie, Customer Service Director with Chivas Brothers who have been members of the Chamber since 1964.

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Invest in Renfrewshire is the council’s programme to boost the local economy and tackle unemployment Is your business looking to grow?

We have a range of funding packages — including financial help to take on new staff, hire a graduate intern, pursue growth projects, and much more.

The Invest in Renfrewshire team would like to congratulate all nominees and winners at this year’s ROCCO awards.

Want to find out more?

Phone: 0300 300 1180 Web: www.investinrenfrewshire.com Email: invest@renfrewshire.gov.uk Twitter: @InvestinRen

Working With Young People Young people are our future and the Chamber invests a great deal of resource in this area covering all ages from nursery to students. From the schools partnership agreement with Council Education Department and our support of the Recruit and Invest in Renfrewshire, to our role in the running and delivery of the Young Enterprise Scotland Company Programme.

Other programmes supported include Mission Discovery, Primary Engineer, Dragons Den, Skills Ambassador and the Certificate of Work Readiness. The Chamber also gives talks, sponsors & judges competitions and helps forge business relationships across schools, UWS and West College Scotland. Your Chamber was involved directly with Sir Ian Wood in the Commission for Developing Scotlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Young Workforce and the only chamber in Scotland invited to showcase the work we do for young people at the Commission Summit earlier this year at CoSLA. Our work with young people was very recently acknowledged with the Chamber being awarded Investors in Young People accreditation.

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Council education & Chamber partnership signing

West College Scotland students at Glasgow Airport

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Race 2 the Games

Recruit Chamber Challenge 2014

Young Enterprise Area Finals 2014

Working With Young People

Mission Discovery

Park Mains at Chamber lunch

Dragons Den

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