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Chamber View President, Lisa Pogson brings you up to date with the Chamber and her expectations for the coming months.
My aim as president is to keep Confidence at the heart of everything we do. This has been challenged heavily in recent months; what with the General Election as well as the terrorism and tragedies that have been happening around the country. In fact, I feel that Confidence is even more important now. Positive thinking and looking for opportunities are the things that will keep us going through all this uncertainty. At our recent Rotherham MP’s Forum, we received the message that we may be looking towards a much softer Brexit than we originally envisaged. In any business, we all know that getting initial negotiations correct is important, so how we will leave the EU and on what terms? We were told that the work of the government and parliament in general, will be busy dealing with getting through 1,000 pieces of legislation, just to keep the status quo. We really need to focus on what WE must get on with and not to be scared of asking for what WE need as businesses operating in an ever changing environment. Investing wherever possible in projects
and people is important too. There are some great local opportunities on the horizon. Inward investment such as at the AMRC and at Gulliver’s Valley, will bring work and jobs to the area; the Glassworks project in Barnsley Town Centre and funding via the Principal Towns initiative for the areas further out of town; Rotherham has just launched its own Town Centre Master Plan too and businesses are looking at where they fit into this, which is essential to moving the work forward. We need to keep Collaboration at the heart of what we do and as founding members of Athena UK this is important, we are continuing our footprint events across South Yorkshire in the coming months; thanks to Naylor Industries for the first one! I have already been in post for over six months and have spent time with the Board, Representative Council and numerous members and patrons, these include new additions Swinton Business, the RNN College Group, Magna Science Centre and Electrical Safety UK. We C H A M B E R
have also recently started to issue weekly newsletters and we may start using these as a vehicle for asking for more feedback and information from our members and information on training and events for our members. We hope that all members will take the opportunity to attend Chamber Means Business at the New York Stadium in September, either as an exhibitor or visitor, or both! We have the Business Awards on 13 October, where we hope you will nominate yourselves or others and there will be a new award this year - a Lifetime Achievement Award. We look forward to receiving those nominations. Whatever the forthcoming months bring - let us all focus on whatever opportunities are available.
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Business Awards Entries are now open for the regions Business Awards.
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CHAMBER NEWS
Two long-standing Chamber members become Patrons Allotts Chartered Accountants and Swinton Business join the Patronage offering at Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce. The two Rotherham companies specialising in the Finance and Insurance sectors have recently made the decision to join the ever-growing Patronage membership to strengthen and develop the relationship with both the Chamber and it’s membership group.
Andrew Denniff, Chief Executive of the Chamber comments, “We are pleased to welcome both Allotts and Swinton as Patrons of our Chamber. I’m looking forward to developing both relationships over the future months and would like to encourage our members to also connect with these
companies. “This year alone we have engaged with four businesses whom have joined Patronage of the Chamber and we are now working with 17 businesses under our Patron membership.”
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The business is broken down into two financial services: Allotts Chartered Accountants are specialist advisors to The Education Sector, Professional Partnerships, Farmers and Charities. Allotts Financial Services; Independent Financial Advisors providing investment, protection, pension and estate advice and planning for our individual and business clients. Director, Steven Watson commented: “We are looking forward to working more closely with the Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber during the course of our Patronage. We increased our membership to patrons status to raise our profile across the Barnsley and Rotherham business community and to build relationships with members of the Chamber.” For further information please call Allotts Chartered Accountants on: Rotherham - 01709 828400 Doncaster - 01302 349218
Our customer relationship managers are available to visit you to carry out a thorough assessment of your business. They will also be available throughout your policy to talk or meet with you to ensure you and your business continue to remain protected. Commercial Account Executive, Ian Barker commented: “We have increased our membership to Patrons to show our commitment to the Chamber and to raise our local profile. We are excited with the opportunities that being a Patron brings and look forward to further strengthening our relationship with the Chamber along with their members.” For further information please call Swinton Business on 01709 828787.
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CHAMBER NEWS
Chamber Means Business showcases local business Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce is giving members the opportunity to exhibit at the annual Chamber Means Business event in September. First launched in 2012, Chamber Means Business was developed to bring businesses based within the region together, offering the opportunity for business owners to network, showcase their work, attract new customers and learn new skills through a series of workshops and masterclasses delivered on the day. This year’s event, taking place at the Rotherham United AESSEAL New York Stadium on 14th September has been sponsored by Burrows Fleet and Business Centre, Osborne Technologies and Russell Richardson and is completely free of charge for any business person to attend, regardless of their location. Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber members can book an exhibition stand, with prices starting from £120 plus VAT. Registration for exhibition stands is open to businesses in all sectors. Throughout the day, a range of activities will be taking place including an exhibitor only networking event, sponsored by Centreplate, a tour of the New York stadium, car test drives, competitions and a penalty shoot-out, as well as seminars hosted by Simon Biltcliffe of Webmart and Jackie Freeborn, Chair of Women in Business with Lisa Pogson, President of the Chamber. Over 50 businesses are expected to be exhibiting at the event, with Oxley & Coward, Westfield Health, RNN Group, Magna, Barnsley FC amongst those already confirmed. Andrew Denniff, Chief Executive of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber, said: “Since Chamber Means Business launched in 2012, the event has firmly
established itself as one of the most prominent business events in South Yorkshire, attracting a wide range of businesses from throughout the region along with hundreds of attendees. “The free event allows anyone in business to make new connections, promote their products and services and learn new skills. Unlike many other networking events, Chamber Means Business combines business with fun activities, helping to create a more informal day which can be enjoyed by even the most experienced networker to those who have never attended a networking event before. “We have already received a lot of interest from businesses looking to exhibiting and we encourage anyone who is thinking of getting involved to contact us as soon as possible, as historically stands tend to get booked out quickly.”
and registration details. Chamber Means Business takes place on Thursday 14th September at AESSEAL New York Stadium, Rotherham, from 9:30am to 3:00pm. An exhibitor’s only networking event takes place at 8am. Businesses which are members of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber are eligible to register for an exhibition stand, with prices starting from £120 plus VAT, by contacting the Chamber on 01709 386200. The exhibition is free to attend and attendees can book their place at www.chambermeansbusiness.co.uk or by emailing events@brchamber. co.uk
To celebrate the launch of the event the Chamber has developed a brand-new website focused on the exhibition; which includes the days schedule, exhibitors, activities
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EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Qatar blockade causes concern for exporters Companies trading with Qatar are becoming increasingly concerned about the severing of diplomatic ties with Qatar on 4 June by Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt. Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt have implemented what is effectively a blockade against Qatar, closing airspace and territorial waters and preventing onward shipment of goods traditionally routed through them. This is of greatest concern to companies which might have goods destined for Qatar now ‘stuck in transit’ in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt, particularly those with Letters of Credit stipulating delivery by specific dates to secure payment. UK exporters are being encouraged to discuss with their shipping agents alternative routes into Qatar but a threat of wider action by Yemen, Libya and the Maldives could further complicate arrangements. The British Chamber of Commerce in Qatar has issued a statement which said: “On 4 June 2017, Saudi Arabia,
United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Egypt cut diplomatic ties with Qatar. This has led to closures affecting road, air and sea routes between these countries and Qatar, as well as travel and residence restrictions affecting Qatari nationals. Restrictions on entry to the UAE have also been placed on certain holders of Qatari Residence Permits. These restrictions don’t apply to British nationals. As of 6 June 2017, the land border between Qatar and Saudi Arabia is closed. All flights between Qatar and Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Bahrain are suspended until further notice. These measures are likely to lead to some disruption for travellers in the region. You should check with your airline before you travel. Direct flights to and from the UK aren’t affected. Travellers should also check with the
FCO Travel Advice for Qatar which is being updated regularly. Trade with Qatar is similarly affected by the closure of ports and road borders to Qatar bound shipments. Companies with goods in transit to Qatar should check with their shipping and handling agents to determine how best to ensure the shipments can reach Qatar. Local shipping agents in Qatar can advise on what new routes are proving most reliable and effective. For companies that have future business in Qatar, the Qatar government has emphasised that its ports and the airport remain open and they are operating business as usual. The British Chamber of Commerce in Qatar judges the embargo to be only temporary in nature but it is not possible to say how long it will continue. Further information will be posted as and when the situation changes.”
Members debate local issues with MPs The Chamber gave member businesses the opportunity to meet and debate with local representatives in Parliament just two weeks after the General Election. The Rotherham MPs Forum took place on Friday, 23rd June with Sir Kevin Barron MP, John Healey MP and Sarah Champion MP on the panel, Chaired by Immediate Past President, Paul Jagger. Over 30 members attended and had the opportunity to direct questions to the Rotherham MPs.
The burning issues of the day included the current economic climate, Brexit, investment and training. Autumn will see the Barnsley MPs Forum meeting which is open to members of the Chamber at no cost.
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Maltby Academy: Where Informed Decisions are Key “Success for today Prepared for tomorrow� Empowering all Maltby Academy learners to enable them to make informed decisions about their future in the work place is a key objective for the careers education information advice and guidance (CEIAG) program. Since becoming a diamond member of the Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce last year, students from across all year groups have engaged in a curriculum program linked to developing their understanding of employability and the different work sectors in which they might choose to build a meaningful career. Earlier this year, students from Year 13 took part in the Employability Development Day; during which students had a mock interview with one of several local and national employers. Preparation for the interview was robust, students where challenged to identify their individual skills and qualities relevant to a potentially securing a position of employment with an employer in their chosen work sector. Furthermore, strong links with colleagues at both Lincoln University and Sheffield Hallam University enabled students to participate in workshops designed to practice interview techniques. More recently, students in Year 10 and Year 12 are learning how to secure their future through a program of workshops and employer engagement
opportunities. With the support of the Chamber, learners have participated in employer encounters focussed on researching careers in STEM, securing an apprenticeship and developing their own employability skills. Transition of students into the Maltby Learning Trust Post 16 provision is strong, with the majority of key stage four students opting for Post 16 learning. The curriculum offer across Post 16 is varied. As well as a broad range of facilitating A level subjects; students can also choose from a range of vocational level three BTEC courses in Health and Social Care, Sport, Information Communication
Technology and Applied Science. Maltby Academy are very proud of the diverse range of positive progression routes that students choose, decisions which are founded in a curriculum with CEAIG and Lifeskills at the core.
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Active Response Initiative for Counter Terrorism Awareness Active Response Security Services and South Yorkshire Police deliver Counter Terrorism awareness sessions for local businesses. The initiative was put in place following organisations in Barnsley Town Centre expressing a need to understand what to expect and how to advise staff to react in the event of an incident. Recent terrorist activity within the UK has resulted in increased anxiety and questions about how well a Town like Barnsley might be prepared in the event of an incident. A well-known retail chain with multiple stores in the Town Centre registered eight of their staff and management to attend the awareness session immediately following a visit from Active Response. Customers of Active Response acknowledged that they saw a great value in providing practical instruction on a subject that has recently raised concerns and demanded some form of plan based on best advice. Active Response approached South Yorkshire Police to be involved in the awareness sessions to give businesses advice from specialist officers. The sessions are based around Project Griffin and Argus, which have been designed bespoke for these half day sessions. The awareness sessions will include:
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• Help to understand the threat from terrorism to the UK • Guide individuals on what to do if they find themselves involved in a terrorist incident or event that leads up to a planned attack and • Enable people to recognise and report suspicious activity Dr Alan Billings, Police and Crime Commissioner for South Yorkshire will open the training events. Speaking of its value he said: “Project Griffin and Argus are the national counter terrorism awareness initiative for business. Active Response Security has brought everyone together to benefit from being alert and prepared if we ever encountered a local issue. Working together to raise awareness
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Michelle Bailey, Managing Director of Active Response Security told us: “Protecting people and property is at the heart of what we do. Bringing everyone together like this raises our thinking and ensures Barnsley in never complacent. On the surface we may not seem an obvious target but confidence grows when we feel prepared”. These sessions are in high demand with two reaching full capacity within days and a third has now been added for the 25th July, at Barnsley Town Hall.
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Experian offers key tips to market your business Whatever your product or service, there are customers out there who will be willing to pay for it. It’s just a case of finding them – and more importantly, helping them to find you. Knowing your customer Whether your business is B2C or B2B, when it comes to finding customers, there is one key step that people often miss. That is to identify WHO your ideal customers are. Missing this can lead to a watered down message and less impactful marketing. It can be tempting to try to reach as large an audience as possible but this isn’t always the best way. So before you go out looking for new customers, think about the type of people or businesses who are most in need of your product or service and who are most likely to be attracted to your brand Marketing your small business If you don’t have much experience in marketing then it can be difficult to know where to start but the good news is that we’re here to break it down for you and help you not waste time on marketing activities that may not get you anywhere. Instead, we’ll give you the options and help you decide which will work best for your specific business. Always keep your ideal customers in
mind when deciding how to proceed. If you are a local business looking locally for customers, then a door to door leaflet drop or advert in a local paper can be the perfect way to find your customers. Taking out an expensive advert in a national newspaper, would likely be much less successful and much more costly to you! Online advertising There are a number of different forms of online advertising available. Probably the most common is Paid Search or pay-per-click (PPC). This allows you to bid on certain key words and terms that would be relevant to your business and in so doing, to rank more highly for those terms in search so that customers are more likely to find your business when looking online. As always, a good understanding of who your ideal customers are, will help you to choose keywords and terms that they are most likely to use to find you. Content marketing Content marketing has grown hugely in popularity over the last ten years. The idea behind it is to use valuable
free content to build a relationship with prospective customers so that when the time comes to sell to them, they already feel that they like and trust you and so are much more likely to buy. There are many different forms of content marketing and usually a combination of them will give the best results. Blogging/vlogging This can be a hugely successful strategy. Research by Hubspot showed that companies who blog receive a whopping 97% more inbound links to their website. Email marketing Building an email list is a fantastic way to find new customers. It allows you to communicate with people on a much more personal level and those communications aren’t floating somewhere on the internet, they’re going directly to people’s inboxes.
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Barnsley College needs YOU! Over 200 local businesses have joined Barnsley College’s employer engagement initiative, Talent United, and pledged to provide work-based opportunities to our students. These opportunities include work placements, workplace tours, employability workshops, guest speaker sessions, live projects and mentoring. The success of the initative to date shows that when the college and businesses work together we can achieve great things for our young people. If you would like to join the initiative and inspire the next generation please call 01226 216 480 or email talentunited@barnsley.ac.uk. To see a list of all the Talent United businesses visit: www.barnsley.ac.uk/tu-partners
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New Foundation for Barnsley Following the recent extensive refurbishment of our Barnsley office on Regent St. in the town centre the Wosskow Brown Foundation now has an additional base to offer its support local organisations. Our WB100 programme offers free support to 100 businesses, 100 charities/social enterprises and 100 sports clubs between 2015-19. The support we offer to organisations is valued at £2500 which means we will have pledged some £3/4M of in-kind giving to this programme. Since our 2015 launch we have engaged with just under 100 organisations across the region. Barnsley based organisations we have assisted include Pulse HFW who deliver exercise sessions into over 100
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The regions’ Business Awards are now open Businesses within the region have until Friday, 1st September to submit their entries. The Chamber are urging businesses in the region to enter this years awards, in association with RNN Group. It’s your chance to get recognised for your achievements over the past year. The awards will recognise Businesses and Individuals in 12 categories, and the highly sought after Business of the Year award will be presented to one outstanding business of the evening. This year the Chamber has updated the categories on offer, there are three new additions of Environmental Commitment, Excellence in Customer Services and Chamber of Commerce Lifetime Achievement award. The changes have been made to encourage a wider range of businesses to get involved, however small/large the business, everyone is welcome to enter. Andrew Denniff, the Chamber’s Chief Executive said: “This is our opportunity to celebrate our regions businesses and individuals for their growth, innovation and excellence. I would encourage as many businesses and individuals as possible to enter the awards to receive recognition for your achievements over the past year.” Charity members of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber will once again have the opportunity to be recognised as the Chamber’s “Charity of the Year” by entering their chosen project or initiative of need, for a chance to receive a £3,000 donation towards their proposed strategy, kindly sponsored by Fortem. The awards are open to organisations of all sizes in all industries with an ‘S’ postcode (within the Sheffield City Region) and all members of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce, regardless of location.
This year’s categories are: • Source Academy Apprentice of the Year Award This award recognises a rising star who will become the business leader of tomorrow. Open to all current or former apprentices aged 16–25 years. • SteelPhalt Harsco Business Community Impact Award This award will recognise a business, charity or social enterprise which demonstrates an innovative, collaborative and proactive approach to corporate social responsibility and responsible business practice. • Business Person of the Year This award will recognise an individual who has been instrumental in the overall success of a business over the last three years. • Brook Corporate Developments Business Growth Award This award recognises a business which has achieved significant and sustained growth or development. • Rotherham College Digital and Creative Award This award will recognise a business that has used digital and creative methods to further their business. • Enzygo Environmental Commitment Award This award seeks to recognise a company, particularly an SME that has identified the need and opportunity for innovation in the environmental field. • SOTpay Excellence in Customer Service Award This award will go to the organisation
that can best demonstrate that it has the customer at the heart of the business. • Manufacturing Excellence Award This award will recognise a local manufacturer with a proven track record for innovation, efficiency, sustainability and profitability, along with strengthening their presence in the UK and/or overseas. • Enterprising Barnsley Most Promising New Business Award This award recognises an outstanding new business which has good prospects for the future. Open to all businesses that have been established less than three years. • Rotherham Together Partnership Skills Development Award This award will recognise a company that demonstrates excellence in its approach to skills development. • Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality This is to be awarded to a restaurant, hotel, café, pub, leisure facility, visitor attraction or similar business who makes an extraordinary effort to provide more than is expected to their visitors. • Chamber of Commerce Lifetime Achievement Award The judges are looking for an individual who has had a major impact on their business and in the local area over a number of years.
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Nine children receive vital equipment through generous donations Newlife the Charity for Disabled Children have received over £5,000 in donations from Chamber organised events. The Charity that supports disabled children was successful at last year’s Business Awards when they received a £3,000 donation, kindly sponsored by Secure Power, and became the Chamber’s Charity of the Year. The judges of the Charity award presented Newlife with the award as they felt the funding could make a big transformation to not only the Charity but to people’s lives. The partnership between both Newlife and the Chamber has made a difference to nine children living within the region. The donation from the business awards contributed towards equipment for two children, five-year-old Lucas Rodermond, from Doncaster, who was in need of a specialist bed – which costs £3,283 – and the remaining balance helped fund a wheelchair for an eightyear-old girl in Rotherham. Further to this, In March this year, over 170 Chamber members and individuals participated in the Chamber’s first ever Charity Quiz Night which, in conjunction with a raffle and jewellery sale, raised £605 for the Charity. Caroline Artschan, Regional Fundraising and Awareness Manager of Newlife, said: “We are extremely grateful for the support from Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber and the kindness of its members over the past 9 months. The
donations from the events have helped purchase equipment for nine children within the region. Along with the money raised through various events, the exposure we have received and contacts I have made through the Chamber and its Women in Business group have been astonishing. “I would like to thank everyone for their generous support and look forward to meeting new and old contacts at future events.” Andrew Denniff, Chief Executive of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber, said: “Newlife became our chosen Charity of the Year and were announced as the winners at last year’s Business Awards evening at Magna in Rotherham. Since then they have become very engaged
with the Chamber and attended many of our events throughout the year, taking full advantage of their status to not only raise funds but to increase their profile within the local business community. Caroline has really used their position as our preferred partner and I hope has benefitted immensely from the partnership”. Newlife also run their own fund-raising events, the next being the ‘Great North Run’ where they are asking individuals to run on behalf of a disabled child. The run takes place on 10th September in Newcastle, if you would like to get involved please visit www.newlifecharity.co.uk
Would you like the opportunity to apply for this year’s Charity of the Year award and to receive a £3,000 donation to your charity’s chosen project, initiative or need? View full criteria and enter online at www.brawards.co.uk Only open to charity members of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber or Commerce and registered with the Charity Commission.
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Steering distribution into a new era Mark Mellish, Managing Director of Universal Components and Business of the Year, provides an update following their win at the Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards, in October 2016. When we started the planning to move to our new headquarters in January 2015, June 2016 seemed an age and a different world away. However, a year on we are settled in and now that the move has been completed on time and on budget we can really start to utilise the incredible opportunities and advantages our new building and location will provide. Apart from a world class facility and impressive company headquarters, S74 as we call it, has meant: • All the team together in one site, with departments, people and ideas thriving. • Opportunities for new business. • Expansion of the company’s sales and operational service. • The facilities for innovative training and development that will ensure excellence and great succession as well as great opportunities for the local community. Alongside the last year, S74 has enabled us to: • Acquire and relocate Scuderia, a specialist distributor of prestige car
parts. Alongside DAF and Volvo we can now add Bentley and Aston Martin. • Launch of a B2C business called getoffroad.com specialising in Land Rover parts. If you ever want to pimp up your Defender then we can help! This is now well established, growing and gaining momentum month-on-month with its own dedicated team and office, well we had some spare! • Be more confident and migrate to South Africa where we have opened a new Facility just outside Capetown, where European commercial vehicles can take advantage of our 30,000 products! • Build for the future with other opportunities for companies to store their products with us (3rd party logistics).
One of the highlights of the last year was winning the Business of the Year award and Excellence in International Trade award, at the Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards in October. It was a fantastic start to our time in Barnsley and Rotherham, and provided a fantastic platform to complete the move and re-establish our place in the market. We live in challenging times with more to come and therefore it is really important to celebrate success in all forms. We couldn’t do what we do without our fantastic team and so to be recognised is the best reward. We continue to look forward to the year ahead and developing our team to meet the customers’ expectations. I imagine it will only seem like two minutes until we are sat at the business awards ceremony in October amongst local businesses and will again be sharing everyone’s success. Exciting times… Mark Mellish, Managing Director
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New business support for Rotherham animal charity Thornberry Animal Sanctuary, an established rescue and rehoming centre for abandoned animals, has been given additional funding support from Sheffield’s Wake Smith Solicitors. After hearing about Thornberry’s ongoing work to rescue and rehome more than 400 animals a year, employees at the 200-year-old law firm voted the Rotherham charity as its nominated good cause for the next year. The firm’s charitable board is now working to drive fundraising and organise numerous events throughout the calendar and the first job was to visit the centre, meeting lurcher Lucas who has been at Thornberry for more than two years and is waiting for his new forever home. Annette Rigg, animal carer at Thornberry, which is based in North Anston, said: “Every year we rescue hundreds of abandoned, neglected and unwanted animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, horses and other farm animals, from across South and West Yorkshire, North East Derbyshire, North Nottinghamshire and beyond, and give them a second chance. “We are dedicated to finding secure,
loving homes for as many animals as possible and providing the best care to those who remain with us, so the Wake Smith funding stream will be a massive help to us. “As an independent charity, it’s thanks to the kindness of our supporters that we are able to do all that we do. We rely entirely on fundraising, donations from members of the public, legacies and business support for our continued survival. “Every bit of support, whether it’s volunteering, donating items, raising money, adopting animals from us or even just spreading the word about us, is very much appreciated and we are looking forward to working with Wake Smith for the coming year. Every penny really makes a difference to us.” Kate Lax, solicitor at Wake Smith and charitable board member, said: “The charity was picked after a voting process involving all staff.
through a variety of events and are looking forward to working with the small team at Thornberry. It relies solely on donations and fundraising to continue. Each month, the vet bills alone can reach up to £9,000.” The Wake Smith charitable board includes Kate Lax, Lorraine Slack, Lisa Wilson, Bridie Mulgrew, Alison Gaddes, Abi Shortte, Bobby Griffin-Pygott, Hayley Naisbett and Holly Dobson. Last year the firm raised £7,840 for Rotherham General Hospital’s Special Baby Care Unit after holding fundraising events ranging from quizzes, raffles, cake sales, sweepstakes, monthly dress down days, social events and lunches, plus a successful office-based tuck shop for hungry employees.
For more information about Wake Smith Solicitors visit: www.wake-smith.co.uk
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MEMBER NEWS
NPS Barnsley celebrate win at 2017 WICE Awards NPS Barnsley enjoyed a fantastic evening celebrating the achievements of a member of staff at the European Women in Construction and Engineering Awards. Women represent only 11% of the construction workforce in the UK, and only 9% of UK engineering professionals are female. The aim of the awards is to make these industries more enticing to women; to create role models for women considering a career in these sectors, while encouraging companies to employ and train more women in these industries. Gemma Hinchliffe, of NPS Barnsley, received the Best Woman Young Architect Award. Gemma has recently qualified and challenges typical design solutions, introducing her own style of design in line with client requirements. She has worked on a number of
Architect Award, against such stiff competition, was fantastic. Gemma has received a number of client commendations, and demonstrates a great ability to design to cost while maximising her design flair.”
successful schemes including Churchfield Primary, which received the Community Project Award at the LABC South Yorkshire and Humber Awards in early May. Managing Director of NPS Barnsley, Karen Temple, said: Seeing Gemma presented with the Best Woman Young
Gemma said: “I feel immensely proud to be recognised within the industry and receive the award for Best Woman Young Architect. “With such recognition I aim to promote female representation within NPS and across the industry, inspiring other young women and children to pursue a vibrant career in construction and engineering.”
Consultants who ‘practice what they preach’ Brook Corporate Developments, supported by the British Standards Institute (BSI), have recently gained upgraded certification of their Quality Management Systems. The Barnsley based consultants company upgraded their certification of their Quality Management Systems, transitioning from ISO 9001:2008 to the revised latest QMS standard ISO 9001:2015. This revised standard for Quality Management Systems puts increased emphasis on the strategic elements of business management; in particular looking at business risk and opportunity together with examining business ‘stakeholders’ needs and how they can be satisfied. The standard also looks to businesses establishing strategic tasks and objectives, beyond those which would normally be regarded as ‘quality objectives’. In the case of Brook Corporate
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Developments this was very much a case of ‘practicing what they preach’. Brook Corporate Developments ‘Compass’ strategic development process involves a structured and academically validated methodology which helps client businesses to put together a robust strategic plan, examining stakeholder needs and risk attitudes, along with consideration of internal and external business conditions, to develop appropriate opportunities. The ‘Compass process’ then draws these together to produce a strategic plan for the future, supported by individual tasks and objectives – a ‘Route Plan’ for growth and success. Brook Corporate Managing Director,
Developments Mike Brook
commented: “We are excited to continue to offer support to help our client businesses to succeed. Our proven ‘Compass’ strategic development process is not only helping our clients to develop their individual routes to success but also drives our own progression. This recognition of our further expertise in the Design of Enterprise Support Services is one more substantial step in our own business growth journey.”
For further information contact Brook Corporate Developments on: 01226 240435 or visit www.brookconsult.co.uk
MEMBER NEWS
LBA records its busiest ever week Leeds Bradford Airport has recorded its busiest ever week; with more than 107,000 passengers travelling through over a seven day period. With such a strong start to the summer season, the month of June could be the busiest month in the airport’s history. In the last 12 months, more than 3.6m passengers have travelled through the airport. The top five departing destinations for summer last year were Palma, Alicante, Malaga, Dublin and Faro and these trends look set to continue. With more than 70 direct destinations available from LBA across 16 major airline and tour operator partners, there are also new routes this summer; Almeria, Halkidiki, Berlin, Warsaw, Vilnius and Newquay. Thomas Cook have also returned to LBA this summer.
through Leeds Bradford Airport. This achievement is a real team effort; working closely with all our partners has made this possible. “We will be focusing continually on driving up standards here at LBA and we have undergone major developments in the terminal over the winter. Therefore, passengers travelling through the airport will notice significant changes and improvements in the coming weeks and months.
David Laws, Chief Executive at LBA, said:
“We aim to be the number one airport of choice for passengers in the region and I have a clear vision as to how we can achieve this. I very much look forward to a busy and successful summer and beyond.”
“These passenger numbers are really encouraging and it’s great to set a new record of passengers coming
In addition to this, performance statistics for 2016 put LBA in second place nationally for its overall on-time
performance. Leeds Bradford Airport has undergone major investment in the terminal over the winter. This has seen the opening of Boots, as well as a new unit stocking several Yorkshire sports team brands and FatFace. This week will see the opening of an extra seating area in Saltaire Bar. The Sports Bar is also due to re-open after work in the departure lounge area has progressed. A newly introduced bag drop area in check-in hall A is proving popular with passengers and an extra security lane has been opened.
To read more about LBA, visit: www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk
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TrustFord Barnsley Technical wins high profile award two consecutive years TrustFord’s 20-year-old apprentice, Jacob Loveday from Rotherham, has won two prestigious awards, two years running. Steve Lindley, Jacob’s Manager at TrustFord Barnsley, said: “We are so proud of Jacob and all that he has achieved. He has exceeded all of our expectations. He is a dedicated and enthusiastic member of our team and we know he will reach great heights within TrustFord and within the industry.”
This year he claimed the Technician of the Year award at the TrustFord awards for excellence ceremony and in 2016 he won Apprentice of the Year. Jacob was put forward by his proud Manager Steve Lindley. Steve has worked with Jacob at TrustFord Barnsley since 2013 when Jacob first became an apprentice, on a Ford training programme run by Skillnet, one of the UK’s largest providers of Apprenticeships to the automotive industry. Jacob was thrilled to have won for a second year running and said he “wasn’t expecting it at all. I just come in and do my job.” Jacob has always been interested in cars and mechanics and as soon as he was able he searched for apprenticeships online and decided to sign up with Skillnet in 2013. He completed his
apprenticeship in 2016 and swiftly became a fully-fledged Technician. Jacob said: “The Skillnet apprenticeship courses are fantastic. They are very organised and I would recommend it to anyone thinking of getting into the automotive industry. My aim now is to work hard, keep going and hopefully one day progress up the ladder.”
Lee Acton, Chief Executive, Skillnet, said: “We are delighted that once again, one of Skillnet’s apprentices has been successful at the annual awards celebration. Our Skillnet courses are designed to expose apprentices to a wide variety of skills and resources and the fact that Jacob has won two years running is testament not only to our outstanding courses but also to Jacob’s hard work and efforts through the years to get where he is today. We are exceptionally proud of him and all those who have worked with him.”
Renovation of Piano Factory Gets Cutting Edge Finish The renovation of an old piano factory in London has been given a cutting-edge look thanks to Yorkshire’s leading laser cutting and engraving company, Cutting Technologies. The factory in Camden has been converted into 15 residential apartments with the whole interior of the building being remodelled and the exterior repaired. Using 3mm mild steel, the staircase design follows that of floating treads cantilevering from the wall with the aim of the balustrades being to create
something eye catching whilst adhering to building regulations. Jane Robinson, director and co-founder of Cutting Technologies added: “It’s always rewarding to see the final results of our work and these balustrades prove why laser cutting has always been great for creating something which is both practical and beautiful.”
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Rotherham-based Macalloy back at the FIFA World Cup Rotherham manufacturer, Macalloy is heading back to the FIFA World Cup, working on stadium projects for tournament hosts, Russia and Qatar. The Dinnington firm is a world leaders in design, manufacture and supply of threaded bar and cable systems to engineering and construction projects across the globe. Barclays has provided both term debt and working capital to Macalloy, which employs over 90 staff, in a bid to further boost exports. Turnover for the current year is expected to exceed £11m.
officer of Macalloy, said: “We’ve been trading successfully overseas for some time now but we’re always looking for new projects and the funding from Barclays has enabled us to finalise an exciting deal working on Russia stadia in time for the World Cup 2018. “We are delighted to be involved with five of the Stadia and we are now planning ahead to 2022 and Qatar.”
Peter Hoy, chief executive
AESSEAL hails record sales month Rotherham manufacturer AESSEAL has posted record sales for March 2017 at just under £16m, nearly £2m greater than the previous record breaking month for the business.
Magna ensures plans for British Glass Innovation Centre are seen through The Magna Science Adventure Centre in Rotherham is set to be the location for a £20m global centre of excellence in glass The brain-child of the British Glass Manufacturers’ Confederation in Sheffield, the Glass Futures project is backed by a consortium including two of the world’s largest glass manufacturers, as well as Siemens and Leeds University. Work on the project is expected to start later this year and when fully operational the facility will employ around 100
people. John Silker, chief executive of Magna, said: “This is an incredibly exciting project to be part of. As a former steelworks we are very much at the heart of industry in South Yorkshire and so we are thrilled to host this centre of international importance.”
With its global headquarters at Templeborough, the £150m turnover company manufactures mechanical seals for a wide range of industries, including oil and gas, food, water, mining and pharmaceuticals. With a focus on quality, the firm has won numerous awards including 13 Queen’s Awards to date. Founder and managing director, Chris Rea has hailed the success as a “magnificent achievement.” Whilst continuing to invest in its future, the company, which employs around 300 staff in Rotherham, is on target to beat a target for a record sales year for 2017.
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NEW MEMBERS LIST
New Members List A full list of our latest Chamber members
PATRONS Allotts Chartered Accountants The Old Grammar School Rotherham S60 2EN T 01709 828400 W www.allotts.co.uk
Swinton Business 113 - 115 Wellgate Rotherham S60 2NH T 01709 828787 W www.swinton.co.uk/business
PLATINUM 1915 Bar & Bistro 28 Domine Lane Rotherham S60 1QA T 01709 525507 W www.1915bar.co.uk
Gala Graphics Unit 10 Fairfield Park Rotherham S63 5DB T 01709 913955 W www.galagraphics.co.uk
Gala Performance Unit 10 Fairfield Park Rotherham S63 5DB T 01709 913972 W www.galaperformance.co.uk
Gala Tent Ltd Unit 10 Fairfield Park Rotherham S63 5DB T 01709 913990 W www.galatent.co.uk
NRL Ltd 2 Norman Court Barnsley S71 3HW T 01226 444650 W www.nrl.co.uk
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Shorts
Energy Cost Advisers Ltd
Cedar House, 63 Napier Street Sheffield S11 8HA T 0114 267 1617 W www.shorts.uk.com
1 Dronfield Court Sheffield S18 1NQ T 01246 290490 W www.eca-group.co.uk
SOTpay Unit 10 Fairfield Park Rotherham S63 5DB T 01709 913964 W www.sotpay.co.uk
GOLD Action Coach Action Coach House, P2 Europa Link Sheffield S9 1XU T 0114 478 9282 W www.actioncoach.com
Around Town Publications 55 - 57 Moorgate Street Rotherham S60 2EY T 01709 919389 W www.aroundtownmagazine.co.uk
BHI Ltd 10 - 14 Greasbrough Road Rotherham S62 6HN T 0333 101 4030 W www.bhi-workwear.com
Callwise Solutions Ltd 5 Sandringham Place Sheffield S10 4NH T 0330 122 8415 W www.callwise.net
Dearne Valley Business Centre Coronation Road Rotherham S63 7AP T 01709 630320 W www.my-headoffice.com
Hallam Express Ltd Town Mills Rotherham S60 2JG T 0114 246 2169 W www.hallamexpress.co.uk
ICHS Ltd 44 Hobson Drive Derbyshire DE7 4LL T 07810 794337
Jackroyd Developments Ltd 28 Blake Hall Drive West Yorkshire WF14 9NL T 07973 281881 W www.jackroyd-developments.co.uk
Regional Media Brookfields Way Manvers Rotherham S63 5DL T 01709 769000 W www.rotherhamadvertiser.co.uk
SILVER Alpha Pro UK Ltd Unit 1, Nine Trees Trading Estate Rotherham S66 9JE T 01709 730750 W www.alphapro.uk
Awesome Healthcare Solutions Ltd Office 3, Bradmarsh Business Park Rotherham S60 1BY T 01709 837191 W www.awesomecaresolutions.co.uk
NEW MEMBER LIST Cryptology
Thetford Ltd
Infinity Jewellers
First Floor, 20 - 26 Eldon Street Barnsley S70 2JB T 07904 267164 W www.cryptologyrooms.co.uk/ barnsley
Unit 6 Brookfields Way Rotherham S63 5DL T 01709 766769 W www.thetford-europe.com
242a Barnsley Road Barnsley S72 8UH T 01226 714447 W www.infinityjewellers.co.uk
Tiro Talent Services
Katie Newsam Fashion
Pineapple Lodge, Wellbeck Estate Worksop S80 3LL T 01909 511238 W www.tirotalents.co.uk
288 Barnsley Road Barnsley S72 8SY T 07742 700364 W www.katienewsam.com
CS Electrical (Sheffield) Ltd 7 Bluebell Wood Lane Rotherham S66 3RX T 0114 294 5200 W www.cselectrical.org
Digital Impact Solutions Ltd 1 The Oasis, Meadowhall Centre Sheffield S9 1EP T 07866 036701 W www.digitalimpactsolutions.co.uk
Genius IT Solutions Limited 29 Moorgate Crofts Business Centre Rotherham S60 2DH T 01709 331282 W www.geniusitsolutions.net
HK Freight Ltd The Grange, Brook Hill Lane Sheffield S36 4TD T 01226 872121
HomeChoice Loans Ltd BBIC, Innovation Way Barnsley S75 1JL T 01226 731604 W www.homechoicefinance.co.uk
MeadoTech Limited Unit 4 Henley Grove Industrial Estate Rotherham S61 1RS T 0114 242 6465 W www.meadotech.co.uk
Nest.co.uk 9 Parkway Rise Sheffield S9 4WQ T 0114 243 3000 W www.nest.co.uk
Nield On Demand Hugh House, Galpharm Way Barnsley S75 3SP T 0161 832 5614 W www.nieldondemand.com
SOLE TRADER Alex Kingsley Photography 54 Station Road Chesterfield S43 1JT T 07981 265183 W digitalphotographyworkshops.co.uk
Bella Eve Boutique 614 Manchester Road Sheffield S36 1DY T 0114 283 8022 W www.bellaeveboutique.co.uk
Castle Securities 79 Sheffield Road Doncaster DN12 2AS T 07766 884751 W castlesecurityandelectrical.co.uk
Export & Import Consultancy Service 2 Willow Croft Sheffield S33 0AL T 07951 787250 W www.exportandimport.org.uk
Flicker Associates Raines House, Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR T 07803 184300 W www.flickerassociates.co.uk
Rotherham Federation of Communities Springwell Gardens Community Centre Rotherham S65 1NH T 01709 368515 W www.rotherfed.org.uk
Ryo Nine Productions 12a Church View Barnsley S73 9HW T 07598 075473 W www.ryonineproductions.co.uk
Studio Lux 32A High Street Rotherham S60 1PP T 0114 221 3331 W www.studiolux.co.uk
The HR Hive West End House Doncaster DN6 9EF T 07503 934011 W www.thehrhive.co.uk
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary The Stables, Todwick Road Sheffield S25 3SE T 01909 564399 W www.thornberryanimalsanctuary.org
Helen J Wright - St James’s Place 44 Crofters Close Sheffield S21 1PH T 07530 473743 W helenwrightwealthmanagement. co.uk
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Events For further event details and to book your attendance, please visit our website www.brchamber.co.uk or call 01709 386 200
THURSDAY
14 SEPT
Chamber Means Business
Chamber Means Business is an annual exhibition which has been put together to give member businesses the opportunity to promote themselves and their products and services. The exhibition is free to attend and gives businesses the opportunity to talk to other businesses, build relationship and trade services and support.
FRIDAY
15 SEPT
St Leger Chamber Race Day
Join us for the penultimate day of the iconic Festival, now known as Gentlemen’s day which attracts some of the most prestigious racing of the week, with the Doncaster Cup, the oldest race currently run under the Rules of Horse Racing, taking centre-stage.
www.chambermeansbusiness.co.uk TIME: VENUE: PRICE:
9:00am - 3:00pm Rotherham United, The AESSEAL New York Stadium, Rotherham FREE Entry Exhibition space is available from £120 + VAT
THURSDAY
21 SEPT
Women in Business Afternoon Tea
Clifton Park Museum is this year’s venue for our hugely popular Afternoon Tea where you will discover the history of the house and the duties of female servants on a guided tour. Afternoon tea will be served in the Garden building.
TIME: VENUE: PRICE:
11:30am - 6:00pm Doncaster Race Course, Doncaster Member: £185 + VAT Non-member: £205 + VAT
Dates for your diary: 19th July - Speed Networking Barnsley Football Club - 12 noon - 2:30pm PRICE: Member: £16.95 + VAT Non-member: £21.95 + VAT
28th July - Meet the Experts Chamber office, Rotherham - 8:30am - 10:00am PRICE: Member: FREE Non-member: £10 + VAT
1st August - City Region Business Breakfast TIME: VENUE: PRICE:
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Tankersley Manor Hotel, Barnsley - 7:30am - 9:30am PRICE: Member: £13.95 + VAT Non-member: £20.95 + VAT
www.brchamber.co.uk/events
TRAINING
Training For further training details and to book your attendance, please visit our website www.brchamber.co.uk or call 01709 386 200
MONDAY
24 JULY
CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme DURATION: 5 Day’s LOCATION: Sheffield PRICE: Member: £500 + VAT
Non-member: £595+ VAT
Chamber Skills Solutions Creating a better workforce
TUESDAY
19 SEPT
Presentation Skills (ILM) DURATION: 1 Day LOCATION: Sheffield PRICE: Member: £225 + VAT
Non-member: £245 + VAT
This course will bring delegates right up to date with current legislation and standards affecting the management and organisation of construction projects.
This course is aimed at people with limited, or no experience of presenting to groups, who wish to develop their confidence by gaining knowledge and practical experience.
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SEPT
NEBOSH General Certificate (Block)
Additional courses:
DURATION: 10 Day’s (over 10 weeks) LOCATION: Sheffield PRICE: Member: £1,300 + VAT
19th October - Export Documentation
Non-member: £1,500 + VAT
This course incorporates a wide appreciation of health and safety at work, including legal responsibilities, accident investigation techniques, COSHH and risk assessment.
Rotherham - 1 Day PRICE: Member: £225 + VAT Non-member: £265 + VAT
22nd November - Import Procedures Rotherham - 1 Day PRICE: Member: £225 + VAT Non-member: £265 + VAT
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Funding Opportunities Apply for up to 70% funding Are you looking to upskill your staff but need funded support? Companies can apply for funding for a range of training programmes via the Sheffield City Region Skills Bank.
Typical funded rates to date have been 70% Skills Bank funding with a 30% contribution from the company; however, these are all assessed on a case-by-case basis. If you would like further details or to apply for funding please contact Carrie Sudbury.
Carrie Sudbury Training Executive training@brchamber.co.uk 01709 386200 01226 491421
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INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Trade Deficit Narrowed….. But is it all down to Exports? Unfortunately not….The latest trade data from ONS shows that the total trade deficit narrowed by £1.8 billion in April 2017 compared with March 2017. But this is down mainly to the fall of import values. Unfortunately, exports have remained fairly stagnant. The main contributions to the fall in imports came from mechanical machinery, oil and cars; this follows increases in imports of these commodities in March 2017. Import values for goods traded with non-EU countries fell by 7.7%, compared with EU countries down 1.7%. The good news in respect of exports is that April saw an increase of 2.6%
in export values to non-EU countries, but on the flip side experienced a decrease of 3.8% to EU countries, contributing to a £0.2 billion widening of the EU goods deficit to £8.3 billion. For the full article click here to visit ONS With the uncertainty of Brexit looming, engage with those that can support you on your Export Growth journey. What can we do to change this? Read on to seek advice and support…..
The International Trade Forum Right on your doorstep is the International Trade Forum, an independent members’ forum established solely to exchange information, knowledge and expertise in all aspects of international trade. Members supporting members. Keeping you informed! 4th July Global Economy, Gripple’s New Riverside Works Factory 19th September Focus on Poland, Advanced Manufacturing Park
TAP – Funding for Trade Shows
16th November Focus on Ontario, Canada, Cutlers’ Hall
It’s been a while since this was last addressed in this publication. So just a reminder to all exporters what TAP (Trade Access Programme) entails.
For more information, please visit www.intradeforum.co.uk or email info@intradeforum. co.uk.
Tap provides funding in the form of grants for eligible businesses to attend overseas trade shows. The funding helps your business gain market knowledge, experience in attending and getting the most from overseas trade shows and advice and support from trade experts. Grants range between £1500 to £2500 and are based around a calendar of UK government supported events. Naturally as with all funding, it is subject to eligibility (click here for eligibility list) Don’t be put off by the number of criteria. The scheme is there to support you in your aspirations to grow internationally. Contact your local DIT Advisor to find
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out more or link to the authorised contacts in the list of activities who will guide you through the maze. The current calendar of supported events for 2017-18 and contacts is available here. If TAP is not for you, but you are looking at ways to seek support and advice for your export growth, please talk to your local DIT team. The Exporting for Growth scheme is there to do just that.
For more information contact +44 (0) 300 365 1000 or email exportingforgrowth@mobile. trade.gov.uk
Qatar update The current situation emerging in the Middle East is of concern to a number of UK companies trading with the region. The British Chambers of Commerce has issued updates on Qatar to local exporters via their local Chamber Network. Please update yourselves on a regular basis by contacting Chamber staff. Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce Export contact: Adrian Platts 01709 386200 export@brchamber.co.uk
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