Issue 8 July/August 2014
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Chamber View Chief Executive, Andrew Denniff brings you right up to date with the Chamber and its plans, hopes and expectations for the next few months.
This is the second edition of the new style Bulletin magazine, this month we have a number of articles reflecting some of the progress the Chamber has made after what was a transitional 2013.
We will continue to encourage all our members to get involved and take part in the great variety of events and opportunities the Chamber provide, to help you not only promote your own business
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Almost immediately the now annual Global Manufacturing Festival is being centred on the Advanced Manufacturing Park in Rotherham and the Sheffield City Region Chamber’s Conference for Growth is being hosted at the EIS in the Don Valley, the same weekend as the Tour de France Grand Départ hits South Yorkshire.
As we look forward to the second half of 2014 you will see featured in this edition the plans for our Business Awards due to be held at Barnsley’s Metrodome Centre on 17th October. I am very grateful to our overall sponsor Solar Europa, who are supporting this year’s event and if last year’s response is anything to go by, we can look forward to record entries.
Chamber News All the latest news from inside the Chamber.
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My first visit to China followed on very quickly from a highly successful President’s Annual Ball and the first hosting of the Yorkshire International Business Conference at Magna in Rotherham.
With all this activity and a definite sense of improving confidence and optimism emanating from many local businesses it is a good time to be involved with Chamber of Commerce.
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Policy Latest Policy and Representation activity.
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Member News A variety of news stories from our members.
Andrew addressing delegates at the Silk Road Trade & Investment Co-operation Conference in China
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Cover Story Introducing this year’s Award categories
but to develop your own personal contacts throughout our local network. I would also add that we are always wanting to hear your good news stories and reflect them through the pages of the magazine, our website and through the new Chamber App – please don’t be shy.
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International Trade An update of trade opportunities.
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New Members A full listing of new members.
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Events Forthcoming Events.
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CHAMBER NEWS
Queen’s Speech What impact does the Queen’s Speech have on business? Last month the Queen delivered her annual speech to MP’s highlighting the Government’s plans for the new session. There are a total of 15 bills to be presented to Parliament over the next year and here we will give a brief overview of those that will have an impact on business.
Infrastructure There will be a number of changes in the infrastructure bill. Firstly the Highways Agency will become a government-owned company which should provide a more flexible body, with five-year investment programmes, which we think will offer more certainty to business on key road projects. New powers will be given to developers to enable them ignore local authorities if they delay decisions about planning conditions. Shale gas continues to be on the agenda, subject to a consultation, shale gas companies could be given the right to frack under people’s home without their permission,
Small Business, Enterprise and Employment The new bill will makes it easier for small businesses greater access to government procurement contracts. There will be tougher rules for businesses not adhering to minimum wage rules and penalties for organisations “abusing” zero hours contract. The vast majority of law-abiding businesses will also favour a clampdown on rogue employers who do not pay the National Minimum Wage, and on company directors who act unscrupulously. The key here will be to ensure that enforcement focuses on those businesses and individuals that knowingly and wilfully flout the law. There will also be improvements to childcare regulations making them more flexible.
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National Insurance Contributions National Insurance collections will be made easier for people who are self-employed.
Andrew Denniff commented on the announcements made: “This Queen’s Speech was listened to with particular interest as it is the last before the general election next year. It is clear that the government is setting out an agenda to support, encourage and incentivise businesses to grow and create jobs. “As a Chamber we welcome the approach the government looks to be taking, but we
would urge them to underpin this with an appropriate level of funding and resource to ensure opportunities are not missed by lack of genuine Whitehall funding which the government may have been accused of in the past. “We wait to see the impact of some of the measures outlined in the Queen’s Speech and hear what feedback real business provide. After all, although businesses do not have a vote, they can be a useful barometer of how ‘business friendly’ our government is perceived to be.”
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Chamber helping Case unemployed into study self-employment Effendis The New Enterprise Allowance Programme (NEA) aims to help those in receipt of unemployment benefit make the transition into self-employment via business mentoring and support available through Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce. Business Mentors, employed by the Chamber, work with people with aspirations to own their own business for up to eight weeks, leading to a business plan that in some cases can lead to securing loan funding to help the business grow. Since April 2013, the Chamber has accepted over 350 candidates from the Rotherham area for business planning and mentoring support. Of these, 181 have gone on to commence trading.
Over the same period a further 350 potential clients considering selfemployment have been referred by Job Centre Plus in the Barnsley area onto the Programme. With a further 191 clients starting their businesses in Barnsley this means the Chamber have helped 372 people into self-employment via the New Enterprise Allowance route.
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One candidate who has completed the programme is Stewart Effendi. In 2013, Stewart found himself out of work. He decided the time was right to try out something he’d been considering for some time. Through NEA mentoring, Stewart was able to quickly set up his business selling and delivering eggs door to door from his cart. In the last few months his business has quickly grown to offer a full mobile green grocer service, and he has upgraded his cart to a tuk tuk. Stewart is well known in his local area, and has plans this year to expand further into Rotherham and surrounding areas.
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Stewart also took advantage of the Chambers’ NEA membership package, ensuring he receives continued business support to help sustain his business, as well as help and assistance with his accounts through a partnership with Rotherham College Accountancy Clinic.
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Anyone wishing to find out how they can go self-employed through the NEA programme should contact their local Job Centre Advisor.
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Westfield Health shapes up its fitness benefit Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber patron Westfield Health has enhanced its health club concession benefit, meaning member companies can now offer their staff more choice when choosing a gym membership. Sheffield-based Westfield Health, which provides the Chamber Primary Health Plan, has joined forces with health club company Incorpore through its existing supplier roadtohealth, to increase and improve the health club discounts available. The benefit, which will continue to be managed by roadtohealth, now offers employees covered by the Chamber Plan up to 30 per cent discount at more than 2,500 clubs throughout Incorpore’s extensive network, from low cost local authority operators to major high street names such as Fitness First, Nuffield Health, David Lloyd and LA Fitness.
plays an important part in maintaining and improving general health and wellbeing. For employers, encouraging an active lifestyle by providing access to discounted membership at a variety of health and fitness clubs across the country is a great way to keep a happy and productive workforce.” It has also been extended to cover ladies only weight loss centres and outdoor group exercise classes such as British Military Fitness. Paul Shires, Executive Director at Westfield Health, said: “Regular exercise
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CHAMBER NEWS
Thousands raised for Charity Guests at this year’s President’s Annual Ball dug deep to raise thousands for local good causes. Over 500 guests attended for the James Bond Inspired “Shaken not Stirred” Ball. The event raised over £7000 for the President’s Charity Fund which will be awarded to local member charities at this year’s Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards taking place in October. Charities will have the opportunity to apply to the fund and prizes will be awarded to projects and initiatives that charitable causes need vital funds for. Guests were wowed by show stopping performances by the Gillian Banks Theatre School, who set the scene by performing to Bond greats, Goldfinger, Moonraker and Skyfall with aerial performances, dance routines and vocals and were entertained by the events very own baddie, Blofeld. Commenting on the night, Chamber President Owen Gleadall said, “What a night! The support for the event has been wonderful and I am so grateful to all of the sponsors, especially Jeremy Neal Funeral Directors and Morthyng Group who headlined the event. “The entertainment was once again just jaw dropping and the feedback from guests has been just fantastic. I am so proud of what we have achieved and the money we have been able to raise for my President’s Charity Fund – thank you to everyone who have donated and given to the fund.” The annual event takes place to raise vital funds for local member charities.
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Metrodome Celebrates 25th year The Chamber, as part of this year’s Barnsley and Rotherham Business awards has recognised host venue, the Barnsley Metrodome’s 25th Birthday. Chamber Chief Executive, Andrew Denniff presented the certificate of recognition to Joni Millthorpe, Facilities Manager at the Barnsley Metrodome. Joni was joined by Head of Business Development, Steve Roberts, Metrodome Events Manager, Richard Bailey and Adrian Bailey, Head of Finance & Systems.
As part of the 25 year anniversary, the Barnsley Metrodome are hosting a fun day on Saturday, 12th July which will include live music and prize giveaways for items such as family passes to offers for the Rigby Bar and Restaurant.
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Chamber Team Up With Rotherham College Six students from the painting and decorating department at Rotherham College have been working at the Barnsley and Rotherham Chamber building on the Genesis Business Park in Rotherham. The students have been showing off the variety of skills that they have learnt at the College by helping give the office building, where the Chamber are located, a face lift. They have been painting the ground floor of the building including a conference room and corridors. The Chamber would like to thank the College and students for the hard work they put in to help us brighten our office space.
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YIBC – Rotherham Success Over 400 delegates were welcomed at Rotherham’s Magna Science Adventure Centre for South Yorkshire’s first Yorkshire International Business Convention. The Chamber supported event hosted key speakers ranging from adventurer Rosie Swale-Pope MBE to Mexborough born Brian Blessed.
Advance Manufacturing Park. BBC News Editor, Robert Peston, Michael Portillo, John Prescott and Rotherham Referee, Howard Webb also addressed the delegates.
Other speakers included Richard Noble, who shared his aspirations for a 1000mph car and his plans to work within the
The event was able to showcase the region and the strengths it has within the business community.
At the recent President’s Annual Ball, held at Magna Science Centre in May, the Chamber took the opportunity to make a presentation to a long-standing member. Nick Cragg has now stood down from the Board after many years as a director, serving as president from 2002–2004 and representing our Chamber in London at the British Chambers of Commerce. Nick continues to work closely with the Chamber with his own business at Stafforce, his work with Gallery Town and with his chairmanship of the Rotherham Economy Board.
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South Yorkshire entrepreneur plays influential role in national debate on young enterprise Jason Mace, managing director of Gala Tent, is playing an influential role in stimulating new opportunities for the young entrepreneurs of the future. Jason was recently invited to attend a private discussion at the House of Lords by Lord Borwick of Hawkshead on the subject of young enterprise and how teenagers leaving school could be encouraged to set up their own businesses and be more enterprising. Mr Mace was contacted by Lord Borwick, due to his involvement with Rotherham Ready and Rotherham Young Enterprise, as well as with local schools and colleges including the Peter Jones’ Academy at Sheffield College. Jason presented his ideas to several influential people, including many of the UK’s leading entrepreneurs, for a National Entrepreneurial Service, where school leavers would be given support to set up their own businesses for two years after they leave school. This would include help with formulating a business idea and creating a business plan and would be backed up by ongoing support from a national body of entrepreneurs. At the end of the two year period, the most successful business ideas would receive a cash prize and an Entrepreneurial Business Award. Jason also explained to the influential delegates about his plans for setting up a social enterprise called the Lennon Tree, which aims to help young people to seek volunteering opportunities and placements that improve their future career prospects. Commenting on his visit, Jason said “It was fantastic to be invited to join this debate at the House of Lords as I am very passionate about helping young people to become the
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entrepreneurs of tomorrow. This country has the potential to be one of the world’s most enterprising economies and it all starts with young people.
I look forward to presenting my vision for the National Entrepreneurial Service to other influential bodies in the future.”
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Parseq buys 2Touch as part of ambitious growth strategy Leading UK business process outsourcer Parseq has bought 2Touch from US-based Acxiom for an undisclosed sum as part of its strategy to create a business with £100m turnover in three years. Sunderland-based 2Touch, a major contact centre and fulfilment business, adds a complementary 1,000 seat call centre and back office fulfilment operation to Parseq’s existing back office, call centre and fundraising services. Parseq chief executive Derwyn Jones said: “2Touch is a cultural and operational fit for Parseq which gives us the scale and geographical coverage to attract new clients and deepen our relationship with existing clients. “2Touch’s established client service ethos and great reputation links closely to the Parseq business model and together provides us with a strong sector footprint particularly in utilities, financial services and insurance providers. “We are delighted to be bringing together
two industry leading businesses with the people, processes and operational capabilities to enhance our proposition as the only mid-sized corporate providing end to end outsourcing services combining front office, back office and IT.” The combined organisation will employ around 2,700 people working from five key sites in Sunderland, Glasgow, Rotherham,
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London and Brighton and have a turnover of around £65m. The additional operational site will enhance Parseq’s business continuity proposition. Its business and client footprint covers the top 10 international banks, a third of the UK’s utility sector, the charity sector and a significant presence in the UK insurance sector.
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EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
External Affairs Update May and June were particularly busy months for the Chamber generally but notably by some of the work and activities we have been getting involved with from a policy and external affairs perspective. The Chamber working groups have been busy discussing issues around HS2, cross Pennine links and business crime and we continue to be represented and involved in a wide variety of partner meetings across the region and nationally.
Corporate Covenant The Chamber has been working with the Community Covenant partnerships in Barnsley and Rotherham for a couple of years now and as part of our ongoing commitment to the aims of the covenant we signed the first ‘Corporate Covenant in the area which is designed specifically for businesses to sign a pledge of support. As the leading business representation organisation in the area we have submitted a bid to for funding to deliver on an innovative project aimed at not only encouraging
businesses to sign up to their own Corporate Covenant but also to assist service leavers back into employment or alternative training provision. If successful it is hoped that a full-time project coordinator will be appointed to
establish, deliver and embed within the mainstream offering of the Chamber in partnership with some of the key partners involved in the local Community Covenant, including the local authorities in Barnsley and Rotherham.
Representative Council The Chamber recently carried out a survey of our Representative Council (Rep Council) members to gauge opinion on issues relating to the format, timings and content of our meetings to ensure we are as flexible as possible in accommodating the varying demands on member’s time. The key aims were to improve and maintain healthy levels of attendance and improve on some of the content material and opportunities for debate during the meetings. Following the survey results, one of the key findings was around the timing of meeting. Subsequently, it has been agreed that for the six Council meetings in the year, three
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of them would be held in the morning and three early evening. Other information that the survey identified was that most members did not think that a guest speaker or presentation was necessary at every meeting. It was felt that in future the Council would only receive presentation of high value to the membership; that were appropriate for
discussion and from high profile speakers. There were several other key findings of the survey which may be implemented for future meetings also. As a Chamber we are keen for Council meetings to work for our members as we value the input and often ‘critical, but friendly’ approach that they take to ensure the organisation is moving in the right direction.
External Affairs News from the our Policy and External Affairs department.
Working Groups Our working groups lay at the heart of the Chamber’s representational activity and your input is key to establishing the policy and future strategy of the Chamber´s lobbying activity. The Working Groups offer a great opportunity for individuals and companies alike to get involved and take part in local developments. It also gives
you an opportunity to feed important information back to us to help us improve our services.
Policy and External Affairs Committee (PEAC) The Committee is the overarching vehicle through which a number of key business issues are discussed, such as business crime, red tape, construction, access to finance and also elements of some of the initiatives and external affairs activities the Chamber is involved with at any given time. The Committee consists of a couple of dozen business people from businesses across Barnsley and Rotherham and we try to ensure a spread of representation
from key sectors. The Committee meets bi-monthly at venues across Barnsley and Rotherham.
Transport Working Group The Transport group consists of those members whose expertise, experience and interest in transport matters (as operators or users of transport services) will allow the Chamber to make informed and constructive comment on those issues which we feel are in our members’ interests. The group meets regularly to debate and discuss the current transport issues in the region. Current priorities for the transport working group are around HS2, TransPennine Links and continuing developments of the local road infrastructure including the
M1 Managed Motorway and the Rapid Bus Transit System. If you require any further information or you want to get involved email cwatkinson@jcsnell.co.uk
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Working Groups and Representation All companies and businesses are subject to business influences over which they have no control - for example, red tape, business taxation and international barriers to trade. It’s our objective to ensure that your voice - whatever the size of your business - is heard when local authorities and government agencies are formulating policy or consulting the business community.
Manufacturing Forum The Manufacturing Forum is a regional arena where representatives from the manufacturing, construction, logistics and light industrial sectors discuss key issues pertinent to manufacturing in the region. This is then fed into the Local Enterprise Partnership, local authorities and government itself to help shape and influence the core manufacturing strategy in the City Region. If you would like to find out more about this forum or would like to attend future meetings please visit www.themanufacturingforum.org.uk
If you feel you are able and willing to contribute to any of our External Affairs activities, do not hesitate to contact the Chamber direct on 01709 386200.
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Solar Europa Strikes Oil In a year of exciting developments leading Solar PV supplier, Solar Europa, have been advancing in research and engineering to bring the next generation of algae-derived products closer to commercialisation. Algae technology will revolutionise the production of products we use every day. The Algae utilises C02 as feedstock and is powered by solar energy to grow and create products through photo synthesis. The development of the Algae Photo-Bio-Solar-Reactor constitutes a major breakthrough in technology to enable optimal growth conditions for algae to be created and controlled.
The Algae are commercially used for many products including Dietary Supplements, Medical Products, Cosmetics and Chemicals. Current research will also see algal technology being used for Jet Fuel, Bio plastics and Energy.
work in synergy to create a sustainable and cleaner tomorrow for future generations” The Facility will be launched at premises in Barnsley & Rotherham.
Solar Europa CEO, David Hawkins, comments “We are pleased to be part of a Team bringing Renewable technologies to
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Rotherham is home to a Championship football club
Retail guru, Mary Portas has followed up her 2011 governmentcommissioned review into the nation’s high street and referenced the work taking place in Rotherham as a “beacon many should follow.” With council-led projects such as vitality grants, pop up shops and the Makers Emporium, 86 new businesses have opened in the last three years, vacant units have gone from over 20% to 14%, and levels of shopper satisfaction have increased.
Portas, who visited the town earlier this year, said: “The turnaround achieved in Rotherham is one of the best case studies I know.”
Pyronix founder shares stories of success Julie Kenny CBE DL, chair and chief executive of Rotherham-based Pyronix Limited, recently met with local members from Junior Chamber International (JCI) to talk about her intertwined business and personal life. Her journey to becoming the 93% shareholder of a £22m turnover business will one day make an excellent book, but for now, the Sheffield council house girl turned High Sheriff just doesn’t have time to sit down and write one.
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A massive boost for the borough, Rotherham United’s promotion to the Championship is set to increase turnover at the club, that was last in English football’s second tier in 2004/05 and was only brought out of administration in 2008, by an estimated £4m due to increased TV money (£1.7m), prize money and attendances. Back in town with a new £20m stadium, Rotherham United increased turnover by nearly £2m to £4.4m for the year ending December 31 2012. It is likely to have increased again following promotion to League One in their first season at New York. Turnover at clubs in the Championship is over £8m, even for those struggling at the bottom. Turnover at some of the bigger names in the league is over £25m.
“I have so many stories,” Kenny told the group of young professionals, “I’ve thought about writing a book for a while and I approached a very good ghost writer. But he wanted a month of my time and there’s no way I can do that.”
Hydrogen fuel putting Rotherham at the front of the grid A new hydrogen storage and vehicle refuelling system is set to be constructed at the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP) in Rotherham to bring the unique Hydrogen Mini Grid System (HMGS) back to life and fuel the vehicles of the near future. Sheffield-based ITM Power has plans for a Hydrogen Refuelling Station where pioneering hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (HFC-EV) can be refuelled.
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Barnsley Norse wins £1.6 million Facilities Management contract Barnsley Norse has been awarded the soft facilities management contract for buildings in the Barnsley LIFT (Local Improvement Finance Trust) programme.
The three-year agreement, worth £529k a year, includes cleaning, window cleaning, caretaking, grounds maintenance and pest control at nine sites in and around Barnsley and Rotherham. Tony Taylor, Facilities Manager at Barnsley Metropolitan Bough Council said: “Barnsley Norse was awarded the contract to provide Soft Facilities Management Services to Barnsley LIFT Buildings after successfully beating competitors in a tender exercise, finishing first on quality and price.
“We were pleased that a locally based company, with an excellent reputation and proven track record for delivering quality services to customers in and around the Barnsley area, was successful in gaining the work. My colleagues and I are now looking forward to working with Barnsley Norse over the forthcoming years. ” “This is a major contract win for our company,” commented Jo Taylor, Head of Facilities Management at Barnsley Norse, “and is particularly rewarding as we were placed top in both key criteria, against
stiff national competition. We have made a major investment in new equipment to help deliver the best service possible and ensure the smooth run of the contract.” 45 cleaning and caretaking staff will transfer to Barnsley Norse under Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations (TUPE) This award is the latest in a series of major contract wins for Norse, who have seen record growth in the last year, and now boast a £2 billion forward order book.
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Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards 2014 – Enter now One of the regions most prestigious business events, the Barnsley and Rotherham Business awards are officially open for entry. The awards, this year in association with Solar Europa, recongnise the achievements of local businesses and individuals in 10 award categories, as well as the overall Business of the Year chosen from the top performers of the night. The ceremony, which will take place on the 17th October, will be hosted for the first time at the Barnsley Metrodome. Commenting on behalf of the venue, Barnsley Premier Leisure Chief Executive, Tim Wilson said, “We are delighted to be able to host The Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards in October this year at the Barnsley Metrodome. “The venue has long been recognised as a regional destination for large scale sporting and prestigious business events, and to be given the opportunity to welcome the
best in business from across Barnsley and Rotherham is a huge honour for us.” This year’s awards will see the introduction of two new categories, Outstanding Retailler of the Year and Digital and Creativity in Business Award. Chamber Chief Executive, Andrew Denniff feels it is important to recognise all industries and sectors: “The new categories for this year’s awards have been introduced to recognise our changing and developing industries, the Digital and Creative sector is increasing in our region and we believe it is time for those businesses to shine and be commended for their achievements and ambitions. “Likewise with our Retail sector, they have seen tough times over number of years now and many have shown strength, EVENT SPONSORS
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courage and diversity during hard times, our independent retailers have a lot to be proud of and they should be awarded for their success.” Andrew added; “The awards are about showcasing what is good about our region in all areas of business and the great things we do as a business community to support the changing economy and for that reason I would encourage local businesses to consider submitting entries and be celebrated for your achievements” The Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards are free to enter and are open to all business, of any size or sector in Barnsley and Rotherham. The awards are also open to all Chamber Members, regardless of location.
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2014 Barnsley & Rotherham Business Awards Categories Most Promising New Business
Business Person of the Year Award
Digital and Creativity in Business Award
Open to all businesses that have been established less than three years, entrants for this award must display a strategic approach to business, successful implementation of a business strategy and have good prospects for the future.
This award will recognise an individual who has been instrumental in the overall success of a business over the last three years, whose entrepreneurial outlook and vision for their business sets them apart from the crowd.
Business Growth Award
This award will recognise a company which can show smart use of research which has enabled it to meet the challenges of trading overseas, particularly in major markets. This award is for companies which have excelled in the field of export, import and have built relationships with suppliers or customers overseas.
This award will recognise a business that has used digital and creative methods to further their business. Businesses will be expected to demonstrate real creativity in building their brand and awareness, use of digital communications to promote their business and communicate to their customers and how this has impacted the business.
To recognise a business which, through outstanding vision and leadership, has achieved significant and sustained growth or development.
Business Community Impact Award To recognise a person or organisation within the private sector that has shown continued commitment, enthusiasm and energy in working to improve the environment or quality of life within a community.
Manufacturing Excellence Award This award will recognise a business which can demonstrate all-round excellence, continuous improvement and support of the regional manufacturing agenda in its operation.
Excellence in International Trade
Outstanding Retailer of the Year This award is open to retailers who operate outlets in South Yorkshire and will acknowledge a retailer who can demonstrate a consistent business performance over the past twelve months. The judges will look for evidence of individuality, creative marketing, innovative merchandising and quality service based on a keen understanding of the customer base.
Apprentice of the Year Award This award will recognise an inspirational individual on the basis of outstanding occupational progress, practical and theoretical ability, positive approach to employment and personal qualities. Applicants must, at least, be in the second year of an apprenticeship programme, or have finished their apprenticeship within the 12 months previous to September 2014.
Business of the Year Award To recognise an organisation which has demonstrated outstanding achievement across all aspects of business. The judges will nominate one company from each category to be considered for the Business of the Year Award. There are no direct entries for this award.
Design and Innovation in Business Award This award will recognise a business that has developed an innovative product or process or has diversified through analysing market factors, supply and demand, which has been implemented successfully.
The deadline for entries is Friday, 12th September 2014. Companies can submit their entry online or download an entry form, a full run-down of awards criteria can be found on the Chamber Website – www.brchamber.co.uk
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Hear from one of last year’s winners Jane Robinson, director, Cutting Technologies - winner of Manufacturing Award and Business Growth Award 2013 Winning two awards at last year’s event was a tremendous accolade for Cutting Technologies. We use some of the most advanced technology in the world to laser cut
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and engrave for more than 500 clients all over the world. It was wonderful to be recognised locally for our achievements and to be commended for how we have grown the business over the past 10 years.
It helped raise our profile yet further and I would encourage any business to enter the Chamber awards regardless of size.
MEMBER NEWS
Double turnover leads to new staff Following re-location to Barnsley Business & Innovation Centre (BBIC) last year, Barnsley based Consultancy firm Brook Corporate Developments has achieved its own growth aim by doubling its turnover in the past 12 months. The business is going from strength to strength since undertaking a Growth Accelerator exercise and accessing the Enterprising Barnsley business support scheme as part of its strategic growth programme. During the past year the Consultancy has expanded the range of advice and services it offers and now covers most areas where SME’s might need assistance/advice. The Consultancy has also increased its profile with regional and national support agencies who provide funding. Brook Corporate Developments Limited has secured approval on several major funding initiative frameworks and is able to offer their Clients support for the cost of the services provided. In order to keep abreast of the variety of these Support Agency funding schemes, Brook has increased its backroom resource and joined the Barnsley College Apprentice Scheme, by recruiting Monika Mazurkiewicz an Office Assistant, just over 12 months after her arrival in the UK from Poland. Dianne Bentley, Office Manager at Brook commented on the appointment: “We are pleased to
welcome Monika, who has already proven to be an asset, since joining Brook on an Apprenticeship scheme at the beginning of April 2014”.
“Following our own experience, and ‘practicing what we preach’ we are in a good position to use our own experiences to help clients achieve success.” Brook have also appointed Deborah Manning who is concentrating on Business Development for the Consultancy. Mike Brook, Principal Consultant at Brook said: “Since undertaking our own Strategic planning exercise last year we have exceeded our own targets; growing faster than anticipated; increasing the number of consultants and employees and providing funding for Clients through more initiatives. “Following our own experience, and ‘practicing what we preach’ we are in a good position to use our own experiences to help clients achieve success.”
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Barnsley strengthen off field team Barnsley have strengthened their Commercial and Finance teams as the club prepares for League One football. The club has appointed Ray Storey as Head of Finance and Linton Brown joins the commercial team to support the Commercial Manager Rachel Bentley. Ray joins the Oakwell Club from Nottingham Forest and Linton joins from Hull City of the Premier League. Ray spent eight-and-a-half years at Forest, the last four years as Financial Controller. “They’re putting together a very good group of people to enhance the current staff at Oakwell and I see this as a great opportunity. I want to help improve the off-field aspect, making the Club more efficient which in turn will give the opportunity to be more competitive on the field.” Linton has joined Barnsley following seven successful seasons as Commercial Manager with Hull City. “I’m thrilled and delighted to be joining Barnsley Football Club and I am hugely looking forward to being part of a new era at the club. “Barnsley Football Club is a brand with a great
tradition and history, alongside a very loyal, passionate and proud fan base. “During my time with Hull City I have experienced two promotions from the npower Football League Championship, three seasons in the Barclays Premier League, and an unfortunate relegation, so I am fully aware of the challenges this may present. “I am relishing this new challenge and very much look forward to working closely with the existing commercial department to enhance and maximise growth, and in doing so delivering a sustainable future for the club.”
Barnsley Football Club has also launched a brand new commercial website to showcase the opportunities available at Oakwell for local businesses. As the most recognisable brand in Barnsley, the Club has a wide range of commercial packages that will be affordable to as most businesses.
Visit the new website at www.barnsleyfccommercial.co.uk or call Linton Brown on 01226 211182 to discuss how Barnsley Football Club can tailor a package to suit your individual needs.
Barnsley copier dealership handed prestigious award Barnsley based Copier Systems Ltd have been named as the ‘New Dealer of the Year’ by photocopier and printer manufacturers Develop. The award was presented to Thomas Mackrill, service director at Copier Systems, at the Develop National Dealer Event in Manchester on 23rd April 2014. Although Copier systems have been providing printing, copying, scanning and storage solutions since the early 1990s, the partnership with Develop only began in 2013. Since then, levels of service and sales have impressed Develop who commended the team at Copier systems for their “exemplary attitude to machine and customer service”. Andy Bethel, managing director of Copier Systems, expressed his delight at winning
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rapidly passed all of their examinations in order for us to meet the level of accreditation required.” Copier Systems specialise in implementing and supporting a range of multi-function devices both locally and across the UK, from business photocopiers and printers through to complete print management and document management solutions. the award, praising his staff; “This award is a culmination of the hard work and effort everyone has put in over the past 12 months. A large amount of credit also goes to the service department who have
For more information about Copier Systems please visit www.copiersystems.co.uk
INTERNATIONAL TRADE
The Chamber on China Andrew Denniff, Chamber Chief Executive reflects on his recent visit to China, travelling to Shanghai and onto Xi’an to attend and take part in the Silk Road Trade & Investment Co-operation Conference. “My first ever opportunity to visit China involved three hectic days in Shanghai, made even more interesting by the visit of Russia’s Vladimir Putin at the same time (although we were not involved in the same meetings) and then on to Xi’an for a further four days. We had a number of opportunities to meet with and develop a variety of business orientated contacts including an initial briefing session at the British Consulate, followed by meetings with key people at the British Chambers of Commerce in Shanghai, the China-Britain Business Council, the China Council for Promotion of International Trade, the China Chamber of International Trade and a visit to the Shanghai Technology Innovation Centre. Having virtually exhausted half my supply of business cards within the first 48 hours we then flew out to Xi’an. Arriving early in the morning it was straight off to the trade fair for a prompt 9.00 o’clock start and a tour of the international pavilion, which provided a wonderful opportunity to meet with a talk to exhibitors from across the world, including Spain, Italy, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Japan, Norway, Canada and New Zealand to name a few.
Later on in the day there was a unique chance to see some of the dynamic inward development plans that continue apace to move China well and truly into the 21st century.
“Whilst our own Chamber has evolved and changed with the times, we must also encourage our own member businesses to look further afield and recognise that in a global economy there are no limits to where we can all trade and invest.” Away from the trade fair after the first day we were welcomed to the Shaanxi Women’s Federation dinner and as well as meeting with a number of local delegates there were again visitors from around the world.
“The final business day of the visit was to attend a private meeting with senior civic dignitaries and then on to the conference on Economic Co-operation, part of which was our own opportunity to present on the UK, the Sheffield City region, Rotherham in particular and to extend invitations to attend the Global Manufacturing Festival. All in all a whirlwind introduction over five days to the Chinese way, where business is always conducted on a formal but very personal level. A culture which is hundreds of years old has very quickly adapted to the modern age and the move to a more western style economy has made great progress in a very short space of time. I hope that despite having only a few days in China, and only simply scratching the surface, the Chamber is at least out there and being visible. Whilst our own Chamber has evolved and changed with the times, we must also encourage our own member businesses to look further afield and recognise that in a global economy there are no limits to where we can all trade and invest.”
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Export Training & Events Whether you are new to export or an existing exporter looking into new markets, the Chamber is hosting a series of free “Exporting to” workshops as part of the UKTI funded Overseas Business Network Initiative. Since April the Chamber has hosted three “Exporting to” workshops, looking at South Africa, China and most recent, Romania. There will be two more held later in the year. To register your interest in the “Exporting to” workshops, please email events@brchamber.co.uk or keep upto-date by visiting the Chamber website www.brchamber.co.uk. As well as the free seminars, we also have a number of International Trade training courses taking place most months. These international trade specific courses include; Export Documentation, Incoterms 2010, Import Procedures and Export Letters of Credit amongst others. To request a copy of the International Trade training brochure contact to training department on 01709 386200 or email, training@brchamber.co.uk.
In addition to the several export driven events and training we will be holding over the next year, we will also be proactively working with representatives from China, Romania and more recently, South Korea in establishing links that businesses in our region can being to take advantage of. Chambers across the UK, using our affinity with businesses, have been tasked to increase interest and ultimately exports to overseas markets. For more information about International Trade please email export@brchamber.co.uk or visit www.brchamber.co.uk/ international-trade
International Trade Services The Chamber offers a wide range of Export and International services to help you trade and thrive in the International Market place. As part of our commitment to supporting trade we have been raising our profile through on-going and increased involvement in a number of international and export driven initiatives. We have fully qualified and dedicated staff to provide advice and certification services to businesses of all sizes and in all sectors throughout each stage of the export journey. We currently have a team of six staff who can provide the services; Diane Graham, Kirsty Arnold, Nicky Beal,
Susan Ball, Yvonne Senior and most recently Finance Manager, Yvonne Hand who is newly certified.
of commercial invoices and letters, Egyptian Documents, EUR1 and ATR Documents.
Our team are able to provide documentation services for the following documents; EC Certificates of Origin, Arab British Documentation, Certification
Prices for the documentation services start at just £17, for full pricing information, please visit www.brchamber.co.uk/price-list.
For more information about International Trade please email export@brchamber.co.uk or visit www.brchamber.co.uk/international-trade
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MEMBER NEWS
Academics leading the way in Safeguarding Local education recruitment company, Academics has successfully passed two rigorous inspections by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and The Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo). By passing the inspections, Academics has now become one of the few companies in the UK to achieve the REC Audited Education status and the new APSCo Compliance+ award.
all the relevant checks when supplying teachers and non-teaching staff to schools.
The aim of both schemes is to give head teachers peace of mind that they are working with an accredited supplier.
Graham Round, Branch Manager at Academics, said: “I am delighted that Academics has achieved both the REC Audited Education accreditation and the new Compliance+ status.
By earning the right to display the REC Audited Education and Compliance+ logos, Academics can continue to assure schools, parents and pupils that they have adhered to the highest standards in education recruitment by undertaking
“These awards are a great recognition of our high standards and levels of professionalism as one of UK’s leading education recruitment experts and will enable us to continue to attract the highest quality candidates for our local nurseries, schools and colleges”.
Harthill Developments celebrate prestigious ISO 9100 quality standard Harthill Developments are celebrating another key milestone in the company’s history, by securing a prestigious industry quality standard. Based at Aston, Harthill provides precision machining, engineering and tool making services for customers in the aerospace, defence, gas & oil, automotive industries and machine tool manufacturers. With over 50 years’ experience in the business Harthill are now proud to have achieved the British Standard Institute’s’ (BSI) ISO 9100 2008 standard. This is the industry recognised standard for quality and risk management, used by the world’s leading aerospace companies.
Managing Director Terry Hattersley says; “I’m very proud of everyone in the company who have worked so hard to enable us to achieve this standard. Locally this is very rare and ranks us alongside other high tech blue-chip manufacturing organisations in industry. “We have experience of providing precision sub contract machined parts to a wide range of customers. As experienced precision engineers, we have always offered a high quality, flexible service and fast turnaround times, and now with the new ISO 9100
accreditation our customers can be further assured of the quality they will receive.” Harthill is experienced in using specialist materials such as aluminium alloys, titanium, stainless steel, exotic metals, inconel and hardened steels, and this experience allows the team to provide solutions for customers with most engineering processes that involve complex machining.
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How to get the most out of being shortlisted for an award Being shortlisted is great. You’ve been recognised for your successes and can’t wait to see if you’ve won. But what do you do in the meantime? Being shortlisted is a fantastic way to shout about how great you, your company and your employers are. Don’t miss this opportunity to shine in as many ways as possible. Why not create a newsletter and send it to all those customers, clients and contacts on your database? Make sure they’re all aware of your recent shortlisting so that they can celebrate your success with you. Social media is great for sharing news so make sure you tell the world! Write a press release and send it to local and regional media as well as your industry
sector. Getting your business in the paper or online can widen your audience reach and bring in new customers or clients.
Use the opportunity to create a buzz to increase your customer base and sales - and this is without even winning!
Don’t forget to use your website too! If you have a news section, or if there’s space on your homepage, why not add a ‘recent updates’ post, so that anyone who crosses your website is able to see your shortlisting success.
If you think you’ve got a good chance of winning, have a draft press release at the ready to send straight after winning, and repeat these steps to promote your win! Good luck everyone.
Finally, make sure you put the logo of the awarding body on your company’s email footer so that when you’re communicating via email, you’re not missing an opportunity to showcase your nomination.
Time is running out to access fully funded Apprenticeship training
88%
of employers believe Apprenticeships lead to a more motivated and satisfied workforce
80%
of employers feel that Apprenticeships reduce staff turnover
81%
of employers say apprentices make their businesses more productive
Contact us to find out how employing an apprentice will benefit your business Call: 01226 216 166 Email: employer@barnsley.ac.uk Visit: www.barnsley.ac.uk
We have grants available to help you towards the cost of employing an apprentice
SOCIAL MEDIA
Social Media Round-Up For further details and to get the latest chamber updates, visit our website www.brchamber.co.uk or connect with us on Twitter, Facebook and Linked In.
Social Media for the Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards
#BRawards14
Entering business awards is something that every business can and should do. It adds credibility and rewards success for all businesses. On top of submitting the entry why not let everyone know you have entered and gain some very useful and positive publicity to compliment the PR already out there for the awards. For our 2014 awards, we will be using #BRawards14. If you had read the last issue of the bulletin you will have seen the article on hashtags and how they work. It is
important to note at this point that a hashtag will now also work on Facebook and LinkedIn. Have a look below at a few examples from our recent President’s Ball where we used #PB14. The Chamber we will also be re tweeting, reposting and liking posts that use the above mentioned hashtag across all our Social Media Platforms.
The awards are now open so we are looking forward to seeing who will enter and who will tell everyone they are entering the #BRawards14!
For more information on Social Media and how to make it work for your business, please contact us.
Pick of the web... Here’s an example of tweets relating to #PB14.
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Sipra backs Business Awards The City Region Business Awards are on July 3 at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre, in Sheffield. They take the winners from the area’s six biggest business awards and pit them against each other across 13 categories to find the ‘first among winners’. She was the dazzling entrepreneur who was hailed Business Person of the Year’ at the first City Region Business Awards last year. Now, as we gear up for the second year of the contest, Sipra Deb, founder of the Play Arena, reflects on what it meant to win. She said: “Winning the first City Region Award for business person of the year was an enormous honour personally, but alongside it gave me the added motivation to keep pushing the boundaries. “The award reinforced both mine and my team’s belief at The Play Arena that we were doing things right and doing them well. “Alongside this, winning brought with it recognition for the business and what it was
all about. In business, a lot depends on profile and there is no doubt that The Play Arena, and I, have a much stronger profile as result of winning. “So all in all it’s been an amazing experience that I will hold close to my heart and also one that gives me the impetus to keep on pushing myself as an entrepreneur to be the best.” The City Region Business Awards this year have an Apprentice theme - and the speaker is Nick Hewer, a star of the hit BBC show. He will be ably supported by BBC Look North’s Clare Frisby who is returning as host. The presenter will run the show after a superb performance at the launch last year.
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CHAMBER NEWS
Women in Business – What’s new? The Chamber has a very active array of forums and working groups that form part of our External Affairs and lobbying activities. One of these groups is our Women in Business group which has seen a restructure. The group will continue to work under the stewardship of Jackie Freeborn as Chair and Emma Philips as Vice-Chair. This very active group of ladies from a diverse range of sectors will be hosting and delivering a packed schedule of events over the course of 2014 and beyond. All of the group members volunteer their time and meet regularly to come up with ideas and opportunities for creative, inspiring and interactive ways to network and learn. Over and above the events schedule, the
working group are also available to share their huge wealth of business experience with the member base and beyond.
Charlotte Taylor – On Track PR
The new group includes the following members:
Jade Ridley – Whitley Hall Hotel
Jackie Freeborn – Workwise Foundation Emma Philips – Esg Group
Clair Barker – Garnett Dickinson Holdings Ann Hardy – Rotherham College Karen Shaw – The Learning Community Carrie Knapton – Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Pogson – Airmaster Air Conditioning Jackie Cook – CQ Strategic Marketing Corina Cato – Billington Structures Deborah Bullivant – Grimm & Co Mo Benson – Go with Mo Ruth Elizabeth Willis – South Yorkshire Community Foundation
JCI Rotherham is a networking opportunity with a difference, it’s for people in their 20’s and 30’s providing fun, friendship and great ways for development.
For more information on the group please visit www.brchamber.co.uk/ women-in-business or contact the group direct by emailing info@ brchamberwib.co.uk
There are 5 main areas of JCI: • S hine – Personal development, for example increase your confidence in public speaking and debating
• Grow - Networking with other young
Our upcoming events include our next Come Dine with Us meal, off the cuff public speaking training and we’re hosting the JCI Yorkshire Pub Quiz, just to name a few. Your JCI experience is tailored to you so to find more about our chamber, what we do, look at our previous events and see what is coming up, check out our website- www.jcirotherham.org.uk, find us on Facebook / jcirotherham, on twitter @jcirotherham or come and attend one of our events to find out more, we hope to see you soon.
professionals
• Laugh - Make new friends and have fun • Connect - Travel to events locally, nationally and internationally, once you’re a member of JCI you’re part of a global network.
• Challenge - Support your local community and charitable projects, volunteer and make a difference
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Contact details for our latest members
PLATINUM Barrett Engineering Steel North Ben Harrison Eastwood Trading Estate Rotherham, S65 1SU T 01709 789270
Barrett Steel Energy Products Ben Harrison Centurion Business Park Rotherham, S60 1FB T 01709 386690
C Roberts Steel Services Ltd Ben Harrison Eastwood Trading Estate Chesterton Road, Eastwood Rotherham, S65 1SU T 01709 386690 E sales@c-roberts-steel.co.uk
GOLD Red Flag Alert LLP Geoff Charlwood 340 Deansgate Manchester, M3 4LY T 0161 837 1809 E geoff.charlwood@redflagalert.com W www.redflagalert.com
Ahead Partnership Megan Taylor 1 Park Row Leeds, LS1 5AB T 0113 2467877 E megan.taylor@aheadpartnership.org.uk W www.aheadpartnership.org.uk
Connect Gazelles Sophie Patton 103 Clarendon Road Leeds, LS2 9DF T 0113 2423241 E sophie.patton@connectyorkshire.org W www.connectgazelles.co.uk
Crawford Controls Ltd John Smith Unit D7 Bradmarsh Business Park Bow Bridge Close Templeborough Rotherham, S60 1BY T 01709 837201 E johns@crawfordcontrols.com W www.crawfordcontrols.com
Dransfield Properties Ltd Amanda Holmes Penistone 1 Regent Court St Marys Street Penistone, S36 6JA
SILVER
T 01226 360644 E amanda.holmes@dransfield.co.uk W www.dransfield.co.uk
Able 247 Logistics Ltd
Electro Enterprises Ltd
Genene Parrish Unit 3 Kiveton Park Industrial Estate Kiveton Sheffield, S26 6PB
Paul Connelly Unit One North Anston Business Centre Houghton Road Dinnington Sheffield, S25 4JJ
T 01909 770091 E enquiries.able247logistics@hotmail.co.uk W www.able247logistics.co.uk
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T 01909 565550 E paul.connelly@electroenterprises.com W www.electroenterprises.com
Enterprise Chartered Certified Accountants James Taylor 8 Castlegate Tickhill Doncaster, DN11 9QU T 01709 319050 E james.taylor@enterpriseaccountancy.co.uk W www.enterpriseaccountancy.co.uk
ESG (Skills) Ltd Emma Phillips Skills Regional Network 3rd Floor Parkhead House Carver Street Sheffield, S1 1FS T 0114 2794610 E emma.phillips@esggroup.co.uk W www.esggroup.co.uk
Gallery Town Mark Hannigan Reginald Arthur House Percy Street Rothertham, S65 1ED T 01709 254726 E info@gallerytown.org.uk W www.gallerytown.org.uk
GM 2012 Ltd Karen Pickering Wharf Road Industrial Estate Brook Hill Road Pinxton Nottingham, NG16 6LE T 01709 208077 E karen@gm2012ltd.com
gti consultancy Michael Bohan 2 The Stables Wellingore Hall Wellingore Lincoln, LN5 0HX T 01522 246812 E michael@gti-consultancy.co.uk W www.franchisemybusiness.training
Parcelforce Worldwide
YGI Limited
Fantazia Decorations
Vanessa Greg Rotherham Depot Magna 34 Sheffield Road Rotherham, S60 1DX
Noel Ferguson 41 Thoresby Avenue Monk Bretton Barnsley, S71 2LH
Philomena Groome 6 High Street Goldthorpe Rotherham, S63 9LR
T 01226 711000 E noelferguson@y-g-i.co.uk W www.y-g-i.co.uk
T 07956 226824 E info@fantazia-decorations.co.uk
Yorkshires Green With Energy Ltd
Katie Allat 23 Causeway Head Road Dore Sheffield, S17 3DR
T 07711 632332 E vanessa.greg@parcelforce.co.uk W www.parcelforce.co.uk
Qualter Hall & Company Ltd George Orton PO Box 8 16 Johnson Street Barnsley, S75 2BY
Neil Geeson Unit 2A 1 Industry Road Carlton Barnsley, S71 3PQ
T 01226 205761 E g.orton@qualterhall.co.uk W www.qualterhall.co.uk
T 01226 497138 E ygwe@orange.net W www.yorkshiresgreenwithenergy.co.uk
The Kazbra
Yorkshire Tourist Organization
Karen Wharmby 202 Hasland Road Hasland Chesterfield, S41 0AG
Mariusz Staniurski Moorgate Croft Business Centre South Grove Street Rotherham, S60 2DH
T 07855 260232 E sales@thekazbra.co.uk W www.thekazbra.co.uk
T 07936 932114 E yto@yto.org.uk W www.yto.org.uk
The Learning Community Karen Shaw 88-90 Laughton Road Dinnington Rotherham, S25 2PS T 01909 564888 E karen@thelearningcommunity.co.uk W www.thelearningcommunity.co.uk
Thread Rolling Technology Ltd Karen Pickering Unit 2 Central Business Park Masborough Street Rotherham, S60 1EW T 01709 208077 E karen@threadrollingtechnologyltd.co.uk W www.threadrollingtechnologyltd.com
Ways2Work Steve Roberts Unit 6a Church Street Mexborough, S64 0HH T 01709 586034 E stevenroberts@ways2work.co.uk W www.ways2work.co.uk
RETAIL Charlies Pizza Mehdi Pourdadras 15 Ship Hill Rotherham, S60 2HG T 01709 820920 E born_boy2003@yahoo.com
SOLE TRADERS Bowler Hat Film Productions
Fighting Strokes
T 07801 228676 E kate@kateallatt.com W www.fightingstrokes.org
Identity Merchandise Ltd Marisa Thompson 177 Ecclesall Road South Sheffield S11 9PN T 0114 2620408 E marisa@identitymerchandise.co.uk W www.identitymerchandise.co.uk
Internet Marketing Platinum Ltd Michael Greenwood BBIC Innovation Way Wilthorpe Barnsley, S75 1JL T 07702 946224 E mick@internetmarketingplatinum.com W www.internetmarketingplatinum.com
JMR Limited Jamie Morrison Unit 4a The BBIC Innovation Way Barnsley, S75 1JL
Oliver Hyde 39 Ripley Grove Barnsley, S72 2RX
T 01226 249590 E support@jmrltd.co.uk W www.jmrltd.co.uk
T 01226 202974 E set2121@aol.com
Lane & Partners Ltd
BSA Bobby Singh 63A Zetland Road Town Moor Doncaster, DN2 5EQ
Daniel Lane 10 Regent Street Barnsley S70 2EJ T 01226 491001 E daniel@laneib.co.uk W www.laneib.co.uk
T 07989 111711 E bobby@bobbysingh.co.uk W www.bobbysingh.co.uk
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NEW MEMBERS LIST Matrix Frames & Displays Ltd
Patman (UK) Ltd
Sixty7
James Lindley Unit 27 Matrix @ Dinnington Nobel Way Sheffield, S25 3QB
Chris Winterbourne Gala Tent Unit 10 Farfield Park Manvers ROTHERHAM, S63 5DB
Ellan Long Hall Croft 2-3 Hall Cottage Church Lane Barnsley, S75 4BL
T 01909 547147 E james@matrixframes.co.uk W www.matrixframes.co.uk
T 07968 750676 E patmancompany@gmail.com W www.patmancompany.com
T 01226 388993 E ellan@sixty7pr.co.uk W www.sixty7pr.co.uk
Organise Chaos Ltd
Propolis Professional Services Limited
Rachel Ferla 143 Sandford Grove Road Sheffield, S7 1RS
Sarah Valentine-Bull BBIC, Innovation Way Wilthorpe Barnsley, S75 1JL
Visualisedit Ltd
T 07733 449336 E rachelferla@organisechaos.com W www.organisechaos.com
T 07979 593415 E sarahvb@propolis-ps.co.uk W www.propolis-ps.co.uk
Joada Allen-Booth 140 Wath Road Elsecar Barnsley, S74 8JF T 07870 405413 E visualisedit@mail.com W www.visualisedit.com
Harder working health cover for your business In 2012, the direct costs of absence alone cost British business £14 billion. On average 5.3 days were lost, per employee, due to sick leave. That’s a cost of £975 per person. Corporate health cover such as health cash plans can play a major role in reducing absenteeism, as well as raising staff morale and encouraging employees to think proactively about their health and wellbeing. Health cash plans can make your workforce feel valued and, according to the Employee Benefits Healthcare Research 2013, 61% of employers say their health cover helps them to be seen as an employer of choice. Westfield Health is proud to partner the British Chambers of Commerce and to provide innovative health cover solutions for their member businesses. The Chamber Primary Health Plan is
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available to all members of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber. The plan provides money back towards essential healthcare bills, such as eye care, dental treatment and physiotherapy, as well as fast access to valuable health and wellbeing services including scanning and counselling. There’s also a DoctorLine™ service, enabling your staff to arrange a telephone or webcam consultation with a practising UK GP at any time, day or night, making it the closest thing to a surgery appointment, without the wait. You can choose to combine the Chamber Plan with Westfield Health’s hospital treatment insurance to provide a more continuous healthcare package.
Hospital treatment insurance provides prompt access to private surgery at an affordable price. So, from £6.47 per employee, per month, you can provide your employees with everyday health cover, essential diagnostic benefits and access to private medical treatment.
To find out more about Westfield Health’s harder working health cover, visit www.westfieldhealth.com/ chamber or call 0845 602 1629, available 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.
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Social Media & Company Security The way we use the internet in the workplace has changed over the last 20 years. The ability of the web to provide us with such a broad range of information brings with it significant challenges for businesses, particularly for those looking to maintain or increase productivity amongst its staff. One obvious problem for a lot of companies is that many employees have taken their social networking addiction into the office. While loss in productivity is a concern resulting from this trend, companies are also quickly realising that security is also an important issue. The bulk of major threats will come from viruses, spy ware and malware and if a company allows these sites on their network, there is an increased risk of network-wide infiltration. The best way forward is not to necessarily ban these social networking sites but to secure and monitor them closely to minimise their risks.
technology. Web and content filtering plays a key role in enabling organisations to limit web activity at the workplace, not just to prevent idle or unauthorised web browsing, but also to protect users and their computers from intentional or inadvertent exposure to I.T. security threats.
Clear and effective policies on Internet use are essential when trying to administer and implement an effective company I.T. Policy. For this to work well your company’s I.T. policy should be backed up with the right
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Events
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For further event details and to book your attendance, please visit our website www.brchamber.co.uk or call 01709 386 200
Forthcoming Events Over the last six months we have held a range of events from networking to dinners and of course our Annual President’s Ball and we have now arranged our calendar for the next six months. New for the events calendar is Speed Networking, from feedback in our annual member’s survey we received suggestions for just this and thought it would be a fun way to network.
What is speed networking? Meeting new people and building relationships is a sure fire way of ensuring that your business will continue to grow. You will have the opportunity to introduce yourself to every other guest. You will be in a position to explain how you can
help your potential customer and also to explain what makes you “stand out from the crowd”. If you have already been to one of our events you will know that they are extremely well organised and lots of fun and there has been some amazing business transacted between delegates who have attended these types of events. The first Speed networking event will take place on 10th September – book online today -www.brchamber.co.uk/events
We’ve had some wonderful feedback on our events so far this year:
City Region Breakfast
President’s Ball
Great event, useful format. Interesting to meet local businesses and understand their objectives and how we can help them etc. Thank you.
As usual first class evening, and amazing entertainment.
Enthusiastic delegates - hopefully some valuable new connections
Business Clubs First time attending will attending again. Great networking Team, very impressed A great event - very interesting speaker
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The organisation was excellent. It was a very enjoyable evening and we look forward to next years!! The Shaken not Stirred Ball was a triumph, great food, great company and spectacular entertainment It was a wonderful event and I have to say that the entertainment was absolutely superb.
St Leger Chamber Race Day The odds are looking good for members of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce to enjoy a fantastic day at the races. Join the Chamber for a superb day at the races on Friday, 12th September at our own St Leger Festival Winning Post Marquee for the 2014 Doncaster Cup Day. The Winning Post Marquee, positioned in the centre of the course, overlooking the Winning Post provides a superb dining and social experience, positioned at the very heart of the action and offering unbeatable views of Doncaster´s straight mile. Feel the adrenaline with the sounds of thundering hooves and crowds roaring, as the horses’ race towards the post.
Member price Non-Member price
Guests will receive: • Entrance badge for course admission and exclusive marquee • Reserved car parking (1 per 2 guests) • Three-course lunch • Light afternoon tea • Unlimited house wines, beers and soft drinks • Race card for each guest • Racing newspapers • Tote Facility • Networking opportunities
£195.00 + vat per person £249.00 + vat per person
Places are limited so please book now via the Chamber website
www.brchamber.co.uk
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