Dorset Business Focus | October 2023

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DORSET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY OFFICIAL BUSINESS MAGAZINE | ISSUE 57, OCTOBER 2023 ISSN 2752-6313 (Print) | ISSN 2752-6321 (Online)
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Hello and welcome to this month’s magazine.

October is going to be an extremely busy month in the business community with the first Dorset Chamber Dorset Business Festival taking place from the 9th to 12th October. The Festival consists of four major events. We begin with a breakfast opening event at Rick Stein’s in Poole on the morning of the 9th, and then three further events at the Hilton Bournemouth, a major business conference themed “The Future of Business” on the 10th, a business expo on the 11th and the 12th October will see the return of the prestigious Dorset Business Awards.

All events will provide an excellent networking opportunity and we still have some availability for the business conference with keynote speaker David Smith, the Sunday Times Economist and hosted by business presenter and journalist Declan Curry. Please see our website for more details.

We’ve also been notified we are a finalist in the highly respected Chamber of the Year for this year as one of the top five accredited Chambers in the UK. We are hugely proud of this achievement and we will find out if we have won during the festival week – fingers crossed!

The Dorset Business Festival promises to be an excellent week of events and I do hope you are able to join us. I’d also like to wish all our finalists in the Dorset Business Awards the very best of luck!

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HRH Prince William meets Dorset business leaders for the The Royal Foundation’s Homewards Project

On Thursday, 7 September, Dorset Chamber’s chief executive, Ian Girling, had the privilege of participating in a business-focused discussion during HRH Prince William’s highly publicised visit to Bournemouth for The Royal Foundation’s Homewards project. This momentous occasion marked a significant step in addressing and preventing homelessness in the region.

Dorset Chamber was honoured to be a part of this significant event, where Ian Girling joined His Royal Highness Prince William and renowned entrepreneur, Steven Bartlett, for

a round table along with Dorset Chamber Business Partners, Bournemouth and Poole College, AFC Bournemouth and Sunseeker, and BCHA, Bournemouth BID, Lush and Pret-a-Manger to discuss the vital role businesses have in combating homelessness

During the meeting, all attendees engaged in discussions on the actionable steps they can take to contribute to the Homewards project’s overarching mission. The Royal Foundation initiated the Homewards project, which focuses on six key regions across the UK, with the goal of eradicating homelessness.

Thanks to the dedicated efforts of Dorset Chamber board member, Gareth Sherwood, Dorset Chamber were invited to be part of this initiative which perfectly aligns with its core vision of “Enabling Better Lives Through Business.”

As a chamber of commerce, Dorset Chamber is committed to encouraging local businesses to actively participate and support organisations dedicated to addressing homelessness and poverty. Whether through volunteering or serving as trustees, it aims to shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions that businesses make in this critical area.

If your business is already involved in supporting organisations working towards the alleviation of poverty and homelessness, we invite you to share your inspiring stories with us. Your experiences can serve as a beacon of hope and motivation for others so please connect with us press@dorsetchamber.co.uk

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During this meeting, all attendees engaged in discussions surrounding actionable steps they can take to contribute to the Homewards project’s overarching mission
L-R: HRH Prince William, Stephen Bartlett, Ian Girling, Dorset Chamber

Dorset Chamber shortlisted for UK Chamber of the Year

Dorset

Chamber has been shortlisted for a top award by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Representing businesses employing nearly six million people in the UK, BCC notified Dorset Chamber that it is in the running for Chamber of the Year - making it one of the top five in the country.

Ian said: “We are in the running against four other chambers, out of the 53 accredited chambers which make up BCC’s UK network, having submitted a detailed award entry which demonstrates how we are delivering the best experience possible for our members in these challenging and changing times.

“Dorset Chamber has worked tirelessly to be a proactive business support organisation, leading on a range of workplace matters, from banging the drum on the impact of the menopause to online workshops which demystify environmental, social and governance issues.”

Caron Khan, Dorset Chamber’s president, said: “To date, 360 businesses have engaged on our latest programmes and we had a highly successful re-accreditation by BCC, with several areas of best practice and innovative new ideas highlighted, including online networking events connecting chambers across the UK and a got-yourback campaign for pressurised business owners.”

Dorset Chamber recently achieved an excellent rating in a Net Promotor Score survey of members, a metric to measure loyalty and advocacy towards an organisation.

Ranked as the leading chamber nationally with 113 five-star reviews, Dorset Chamber reaches nearly 18,000 social media users and 10,000 people through its monthly business magazine. The winner will be announced mid-October.

To find out more about membership, visit www.dorsetchamber.co.uk/membership

Dorset Chamber Welcomes Toni Taylor-Price to the board

Dorset Chamber has welcomed Toni Taylor-Price of Tru Talent as its newest director on the Dorset Chamber board, in her capacity as the chair of the Future Leaders Forum.

The Future Leaders Forum was set up to help the next generation of leaders come together to network, learn from each other, and develop their skills as future leaders.

The Forum was established with support from Aden Harrison, Toby Edwards and Chris Ridley from Mazars, as well as co vice-chairs of the Forum David Massieu-King from Bournemouth and Poole College, and Jack Ormesher from Trethowans, and Dorset Chamber’s events coordinator, Kat Freeman.

To find out more about more about the Future Leaders Forum and upcoming events, visit the Dorset Chamber website.

‘Sleeping out’ to fundraise for YMCA

Dorset Chamber is proud to be supporting the YMCA Bournemouth Big Sleep Easy 2023, with business development manager, Paul Taylor, sleeping out overnight in a cardboard box to raise vital funds to help tackle issues caused by homelessness.

The YMCA Big Sleep Easy is a unique opportunity for individuals and organisations to raise awareness of the hardship of homelessness and raise vital funds for YMCA Bournemouth. Participants. On the day, individuals, groups, or businesses, set themselves a fundraising target before wrapping up warm, building a cardboard shelter and then ‘sleeping rough so others don’t have to’.

Paul said: “Participating in the Big Sleep Easy 2023 is not only a great opportunity to raise funds, but also to raise awareness and show our solidarity with those facing the harsh reality of homelessness.

“I’m extremely proud to be supporting this great event. It allows us to take a tangible step toward addressing the challenges of homelessness in our community.”

If you would like to donate to this amazing cause, scan the QR code and donate. Good luck to all of those sleeping out!

Dorset Chamber AT THE FOUNDRY

Dorset Chamber has an office at the Foundry - Dorset’s coolest, new co-working space in The Dolphin, Poole, until the end of 2023. Offering co-working spaces, meeting rooms, a podcast studio and a great line-up of events, Foundry offers a sleek working environment, fostering innovation and collaboration.

So, if you’re in the area, come in to say hello to the team and have a tour of the site

Want to experience it yourself? The team at the Foundry is offering free taster weeks for Dorset Chamber members. Visit www.foundryuk.com to find out more

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The Dorset Chamber Team. L-R: Ian Girling, chief executive, Dorset Chamber; Toni Taylor, managing director, Tru Talent; Kat Freeman, events coordinator, Dorset Chamber Paul Taylor, business development manager, Dorset Chamber

Without Prejudice and Protected Conversations: when to have them?

There are two types of conversations an employer can have with an employee when it is looking to settle an employment dispute or discuss an employee’s departure from its business. “Without prejudice” and “protected conversations” allow an employer to have a frank, off-the-record discussion with an employee, enabling matters to be resolved quickly and effectively.

The outcome of these types of conversations is usually recorded in the terms of a Settlement Agreement. This is a written document which safely wraps up the process by recording the terms of the conversation and prevents the employee from pursuing an employment or court claim against the employer in the future.

These conversations can be a useful tool for employers; however, it’s important to be careful about when and which approach to take, as there are risks and limitations when initiating and having these conversations.

Without Prejudice

This term usually covers a situation with an employee where a dispute has arisen, and a frank conversation takes place to try and settle the dispute. If the conversation or

rely on this convention and should consider having a protected conversation instead. Conversations or correspondence should be clearly communicated as “without prejudice” at the outset to ensure that the content is not to be shared or intended to be admissible in employment or court proceedings. Written correspondence is usually marked “without prejudice” to label the position clearly. Where terms will be attached to such an offer, such as a requirement to sign a settlement agreement or other specific terms, then the conversation and/or correspondence should contain additional wording that the offer is made “without prejudice” and “subject to contract”.

Employers also need to be aware of what they say in such meetings or correspondence. If they include comments or wording that amount to threats, blackmail, dishonesty, fraud or a serious abuse of such privilege, any protection will be lost, and an employment tribunal or court may gain the right to review such correspondence.

Protected Conversations

In circumstances where a dispute does not exist or is questionable, employers

to an employee, where they have unfair dismissal rights, as they know that the discussions cannot be used in a subsequent unfair dismissal claim, provided the approach is not used improperly. ACAS has drafted a code of practice on S111A-protected conversations, which gives examples of what might be considered “improper”.

Protected conversations similarly have specific limitations. They cannot be used to protect the content of discussions in claims for automatic unfair dismissals, such as whistleblowing, raising health and safety issues, etc. It also cannot be used where there are claims of discrimination, breach of contract, unlawful detriment or harassment, amongst other claims.

If you are considering initiating a without prejudice or protected conversation and would like technical and practical advice on how best to approach the employee and document the agreement in a Settlement Agreement, please contact Dee Woodcock at Lester Aldridge.

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President’s Column

AFC Bournemouth announces ‘The Net’

AFC Bournemouth is delighted to announce the launch of The Net, which will become the new business arm of the club.

The Net, formally known as AFC Business, is a free-to-join business club, which will look to welcome hundreds of businesses to a variety of events and functions throughout the season.

Rob Mitchell, Commercial Director of AFC Bournemouth, spoke of his delight following The Net’s launch: “It’s fantastic to have launched The Net, which will serve as the club’s new business arm.

“We have a great relationship with so many companies and we’re really looking forward to continuing that over the years to come.” Its first event will be the Directors’ Dinner on the evening of Thursday 19th October, hosted at Vitality Stadium. Well-known television presenter and journalist Ben Shephard, best known for co-anchoring Good Morning Britain and presenting Tipping Point and Ninja Warrior will be in attendance to give guests an insightful talk on his successful television career.

The club is pleased to announce all partners of The Net, who will feature on matchday advertising and will be in attendance at club events: Dorset Chamber, ESET, Goadsby, Hill Osborne, IFX Payments, Stormbreak, Strategic Solutions, Tru Talent, Village Hotel.

Ian Girling, Chief Executive of Dorset Chamber expressed his delight at the chamber partnering with AFC Bournemouth’s business club for another season: “As the accredited Chamber of Commerce for Dorset, we are delighted to continue our longstanding

partnership with AFC Bournemouth.

“The club is incredibly important to our economy and businesses and we are proud to work with AFC Bournemouth in supporting our wider business community.”

For further information about the business club or to enquire about booking onto the upcoming Directors’ Dinner, please email commercial@afcb.co.uk.

www.afcb.co.uk

As we celebrate the Dorset Business Awards this month, I would like to extend my congratulations to all the finalists that represent the pinnacle of excellence in our county.

The Best New Business Award finalist – Bridge Health and Wellbeing, Impressions Care Solutions, and West Peak – have displayed remarkable resilience and innovation in their early stages of business.

The Best Place to Work Award finalist – Grapevine, Hendy Group, and Think Research have created workplaces that foster growth, wellbeing, and employee satisfaction.

The Community Award finalists

– Hendy Group, AFC Community Sports Trust, and Strategic Solutions Financial Services – have demonstrated a profound commitment to giving back to our community.

For the Customer Experience Award, Wessex Internet, Marsham Court Hotel, and Rose Engineering have set the bar high with their exceptional customer-centric approaches.

In the Environmental Award category, Blackmore Ltd, Charles Trent Ltd, and Suttles have shown exemplary dedication to environmental sustainability.

The Future Leader Award finalists

– Ryan Cooper, Lauren Poole, and Hannah Arkell – represent the next generation of leaders.

In the Global Business Award category, DDC Dolphin, Reid Steel, and Sontronics have demonstrated the global reach, highlighting our county’s role on the international stage.

The Inclusivity and Diversity in the Workplace Award finalists – Marsham Court Hotel, SEND4 Ltd, and The CRUMBS Project have shown that fostering inclusivity and diversity leads to stronger, more innovative organisations.

The Scale-UP Award finalists –Individuality Swimming and Fitness, Lewis-Manning Hospice Care, and Mar-Key Group – exemplify the potential for growth and expansion within our local business community.

The Technology Award finalists

– CrowdComms, ESET UK, and RNLI DEI team – are at the forefront of technological innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

So, as we eagerly await the results of the Dorset Business Awards 2023, let us celebrate the achievements of all the finalists.

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L-R: Charlotte Jones, commercial & partnerships executive, AFC Bournemouth; Ian Girling, chief executive, Dorset Chamber; Justin Kluivert, AFC Bournemouth Men’s First Team; James Derella, vice president of global partnership activation, AFC Bournemouth
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Bournemouth & Poole College partners with GIANT Gallery and Arts University Bournemouth Sunseeker supports Homewards Project

HRH Prince William joined local businesses in Bournemouth, Dorset to promote the Homewards Project, launched by The Royal Foundation, demonstrating ways businesses can work together to help end homelessness.

During a round table meeting with local business leaders including Sian Dodds, Sunseeker International’s Executive Director for HR, His Royal Highness highlighted the vital role the business sector can play in preventing and tackling homelessness.

Sunseeker is proud to be already working with organisations locally to support training and employment of individuals who might not otherwise feel they could apply to work with the Company. This has been helped by the recent launch of the Sunseeker Skills Academy, in partnership with Bournemouth and Poole College, providing an opportunity for individuals to learn new skills and undertake boat building training courses, whilst being fully paid.

Sian Dodds, commented: “As a business, we have been presented with a unique opportunity to support the Homewards programme through our new Skills Academy. We are delighted to play our part in helping to end homelessness by providing support, training and employment opportunities.

“By partnering with Bournemouth and Poole College, we are able to establish training pathways that are tailored to teach the skills needed to start a career in boatbuilding.

“Working with the Homewards programme partners and a further education college, we can ensure these pathways are accessible to those that are ready to pursue them.” www.sunseeker.com

To coincide with the 10th anniversary of the Dorset Art Prize, organisers Bournemouth and Poole College are partnering with Arts University Bournemouth, the GIANT Gallery, and British contemporary artist and former student Stuart Semple.

The 2023 Dorset Art Prize officially opened for entries on Tuesday 1st August for anyone aged 11 and over, aiming to highlight creative talent across the county. This year’s theme is ‘The Environment’, with participants encouraged to use any visual medium including photography, digital art, fine art, and sculpture.

Stuart Palmer, Director Creative and Digital Industries at Bournemouth and Poole College, said: “We’re delighted to partner with a former College student turned successful and influential international artist, Stuart Semple, and The GIANT Gallery for this milestone anniversary.

“Arts University Bournemouth are partnering with us this year to help us to reach our creative talent pipeline across Dorset.

“The Dorset Art Prize presents a fantastic opportunity for the next generation of creatives to showcase their talent and aligns with our mission to transform futures.”

For more information, visit www.thecollege.co.uk/dorset-art-prize

Morebus backs NHS Dorset’s Walk for Wards event

Morebus is showing its support for University Dorset Hospitals NHS Charity’s Walk for Wards event.

The popular flagship fundraising event will be taking place at the spectacular Upton Country Park on Saturday 14 October 2023.

Morebus head of communications, Nikki Honer, said: “We are keen to help raise as much awareness as possible for this very worthy cause. Many of our team have close links to the charity and this event is a great chance for us to support our local NHS staff and their patients.

“The event is a fantastic family occasion – giving local people the opportunity to walk for a ward or department of their choice and raise funds through sponsorship while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Upton House.

“Morebus is promoting the event on social media and via Next Stop Announcement screens on-board our buses – and we’re encouraging those taking part to travel with us to Upton House.”

Anyone wishing to take part can register now, by visiting UHDCharity. org/walkforwards

www.morebus.co.uk

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Hendy Group signs deal for new Stellantis operations in Dorset

Hendy Group is set to open its first Vauxhall dealership in Dorset following the asset purchase of the former Eden Vauxhall site in Poole. It has also signed an agreement to sell Vauxhall cars in Salisbury and is opening a Vauxhall and Peugeot outlet in Kent.

The group already represents Maserati in the county, but these are the first large volume Stellantis dealerships for Hendy and a move chief executive Paul Hendy said was part of a strategic plan for the company and the start of a broader relationship with Stellantis.

Paul said: “2023 is proving to be a key year for the group with this acquisition in Dorset, the opening of Vauxhall in Salisbury and Kent, and the launch of a new three dealership showroom in Hampshire later this year.

“Dorset and Wiltshire are traditionally strong areas for the group, and we are looking forward to being part of Stellantis and welcoming the Eden Group colleagues at Branksome to team Hendy.

“This is an exciting move for Hendy Group and reinforces our longterm commitment to the south, investment in our future and providing a high-quality service for motorists across the south coast.” www.hendy.co.uk

Bournemouth Airport ranked in Top 3 UK airports

Bournemouth Airport has been rated one of the top three airports in the UK for customer experience and has received ‘Recommended Provider’ status by consumer champion Which?

The prestigious recognition comes as part of Which?’s annual airport survey of its members, seeking their feedback on a variety of airport experiences.

A customer score was calculated based on a combination of overall satisfaction and likeliness to recommend. The consumer champion also asked travellers to report how long they spent queueing at security.

Bournemouth Airport had a customer score of 75%, putting it among the

top airports in the country, and received four-star ratings in five categories.

These included queuing at check-in, baggage reclaim and customer experience received from airport staff. The airport also had one of the shortest reported security waiting times at just 13 minutes. This was reflected in four stars for security queues.

It also had fewer flight cancellations than any other airport in the survey, at just 0.1% from May 2022 to April 2023.

Steve Gill, Managing Director of Bournemouth Airport, said: “We are absolutely delighted to see Bournemouth Airport

recognised as one of the top three airports in the UK for customer experience in this survey conducted by Which?

“The esteemed ‘Recommended Provider’ status is a resounding vote of confidence not only in our airport but, most importantly, in our dedicated staff who consistently go above and beyond for our passengers.”

www.bournemouthairport.com

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Paul Hendy, chief executive, Hendy Group Steve Gill, managing director, Bournemouth Airport
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MSP Capital gifts football shirt sponsorship to young carers’ charity

Property finance specialist MSP Capital has paid for charity MYTIME Young Carers to become the front-of-shirt sponsor of Wimborne Town FC.

The move is part of the Poole-based lender’s recently launched ESG strategy – ‘Foundations for Better Futures’ – which focuses on helping local communities and charities.

Founded in 2013 and based at Avonbourne School in Bournemouth, MYTIME Young Carers provides safe spaces, respite breaks and other support for five-to-25-year-olds who juggle care responsibilities at home with school, college or work.

Paul Miracca, Joint Managing Director at MSP Capital, said the firm understood the ‘fantastic brand awareness’ that sports partnership can bring, having previously been a front-of-shirt sponsor of local Premier League club AFC Bournemouth.

Paul said: “We have a long association with Wimborne Town Football Club and some of our colleagues have been fans for over 40 years. We are all impressed by their desire to help the local community with their development centre and work with local schools.

“This type of initiative is the type of good we want Foundations for Better Futures to achieve. Donating this sponsorship to a local charity will give MYTIME a unique opportunity to get in front of their target audience of young people and their families who need support.” www.mspcapital.co.uk

Saffery Champness rebrands and becomes Saffery

Saffery Champness, the accounting and advisory firm, has reached a major milestone in its more than 168-year history as it launches its refreshed brand and becomes: Saffery.

Founded in 1855, Saffery is one of the oldest accounting firms in the UK to remain entirely independent, and its new brand and supporting visual identity builds on this unparalleled heritage and positions the firm to grow and succeed alongside its clients into the future.

Over its long history the firm has been widely regarded as the pre-eminent adviser to private clients, their families and business interests – including some of the UK’s largest and most valuable landed estates. History underpins the firm’s focus on tailored solutions and client relationships that stand the test of time.

These principles have seen Saffery evolve to also become a trusted partner to creative, innovative, dynamic organisations and individuals: from the biggest film and TV productions and international talent to entrepreneurial companies, real estate businesses and charitable entities.

The updated Saffery brand epitomises this combination of deep-rooted values,

agile approach, and bold spirit.

Matthew Burton, Managing Partner of Saffery, commented: “This is a hugely exciting time for the firm. A key pillar and commitment of our 2022-2026 business plan was to seize the opportunity to revisit our brand to better reflect the modern, forward looking firm that we are.

“Launching a fresh brand, alongside our new employee value proposition, was a key strategic priority for us and I am immensely grateful to all those involved for their efforts and for delivering a brand that everyone in the firm can be proud to be part of.”

www.saffery.com

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L-R: Tony Grant, chairman, Wimborne Town Football Club; Krista Sharp, chief executive officer, MYTIME Young Carers; Paul Miracca, joint managing director, MSP Capital L-R: David Chismon, partner; Casidhe Baleri, partner; Roger Wareham, partner; Hannah Mazrae, partner; Jamie Lane, partner
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Adventurers invited to embark on fundraising trek to Petra

The local children’s hospice charity, Julia’s House, is seeking adventurers and hiking enthusiasts to join an unforgettable eight-day fundraising trek to Petra from 2-9 November 2024.

Voted by National Geographic as one of the world’s best hikes, the route offers a unique opportunity to head off the beaten track and explore some of Jordan’s most spectacular natural scenery.

Sarah Agnew, Events Fundraiser for Julia’s House, said: “We are thrilled to announce this once-in-a-lifetime adventure to Petra.

“Our overseas treks are something truly special; not only will you tick something extraordinary off your bucketlist, you’ll also experience unparalleled camaraderie and forge lifelong friendships.

“This trek is more than just an adventure; it’s an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of seriously ill children and their families.

“By joining us, you will have the experience of a lifetime, while throwing a lifeline to parents in your community who desperately need a break because they are caring round the clock for a child with complex medical needs.”

To find out more about the Petra trek or to book your place at the information evening, visit:  www.juliashouse.org/petra or contact the fundraising team on events@juliashouse.org.

Patient carers treated to superyacht

Every day carers are responsible for 24/7 care, medication, dealing with falls, personal care and night-time calls, never having a break for themselves and often struggling with feelings of isolation.

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care hold a monthly Carer’s Support Group, held at St Mary’s Church Centre and from this Jo Sharkey, Family Support and Bereavement Lead, had recognised from carers stories, the need for them to have a ‘day off’.

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Jo and Nikki Cluley, Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser, then worked closely together to plan an ‘away day’ at sea in Poole Harbour, as a surprise for a group of carers of patients from the hospice. Planning was needed to care for the patients, to enable the carers to enjoy a relaxing day knowing their loved ones were well looked after, and the hospice was opened specially with extra staff added to make this happen.

The group of 8 carers enjoyed the trip on a fabulous 70ft Sunseeker, hosted by loyal hospice supporter Paul Lester (McCarthy Stone Chairman) and his daughter Kate from Silver Spirit Yacht Charters, followed by a delicious buffet lunch onboard.

Jo Sharkey, Hospice

Family Support & Bereavement Lead, said: “It has been so valuable for the carers to have this time out, to allow them to just be themselves.

“As carers it is possible to lose one’s identity as a wife/husband/partner/daughter/ son and this day has allowed them to be in the company of others who understand.

“It would have given them time out with no worries, no need to rush back and offered complete relaxation. I’ve loved seeing the smiles on everyone’s faces!”

The Carer’s Group is held at St Mary’s Church Centre, on the second Friday of each month, from 10-12. Get in touch if you would like to know more.

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NFU donation supports Lighthouse dementia screenings

Lighthouse Poole is delighted to announce a donation by NFU Mutual New Forest, Isle of Wight and Bournemouth will support its popular programme of Dementia Friendly film screenings in the Cinema for the next two years.

The generous donation of £6,443 from NFU Mutual’s national £1.92 million Agency Giving Fund will enable Lighthouse to continue to grow its dementia-friendly programme that has become so important to a section of the community that is often overlooked.

Tom Shallaker, Lighthouse Fundraising & Tickets Sales Manager, said: “Lighthouse is extremely grateful to John and everyone at NFU Mutual’s New Forest, Isle of Wight and Bournemouth Agency for ensuring the continuation of our Dementia Friendly film screenings for the next two years.

“Not only does this gift help us to foster understanding, connection, and joy within our community, it could enhance the quality of life for those affected by dementia. The funding enables Lighthouse to provide a safe and comfortable environment that is tailored to the unique needs of individuals with dementia.

“By supporting these screenings, NFU Mutual is showcasing its commitment to corporate social responsibility and demonstrating a deep compassion for those facing the challenges of dementia.” www.lighthousepoole.co.uk

£10,000 raised at Hopes Gratitude Gala Dinner

Hope Housing Training and Support were proud to host the Gratitude Gala Dinner at Parley Manor - in Bournemouth on Thursday 7th September 2023 to help raise funds for their charity which supports vulnerable adults into safe, supported accommodation.

Locals and Dorset-based businesses ventured out for this ultimate charity fundraiser, brilliantly led by Bournemouth Town Centre BID Chief Operating Officer, Paul Kinvig. A fun-filled evening including a raffle, live auction, gift ceremony, a 3-course dinner and entertainment from Paul Larcombe, the only Elvis Tribute in the world to have performed, live and solo, for the Queen and the Royal Family on three separate occasions.

With help from supporters, 1st Waste Solutions, AJC Group, Reward IT, Global, Merlin’s, MPloy and all the other individual friends of hope that filled the tables, the aim was to raise £5000 for Hope Housing on the night.

Julie Berti, CEO of Hope Housing, took to the stage and told the amazing stories of some of the people the charity has supported over the years, which didn’t leave many dry eyes in the room.

As the evening drew to a close, Paul announced that with help from supporters and everyone else who attended, the Gala Dinner had raised just over £10,000 for the charity.

To learn more about the support that Hope offer, please visit www.hopehts.com

Talbot Village Trust awards 33 charity grants

Talbot Village Trust, a local grantgiving charity, has announced awards of almost £500,000 to 33 charitable causes across east Dorset (Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, and the Purbecks) in the first of its two grant-giving cycles this year.

The grants, ranging from £1,000 to £60,000, will support charitable causes and community projects of varying sizes that help communities across the local area to live well and bring about positive social change.

Nicholas Ashley-Cooper, Chairman of Talbot Village Trust, said: “Our purpose is to support and strengthen organisations in the community that are making changes for the better and help children, young people, adults, and the elderly in the area.

“We are delighted to offer our continued support to worthy causes that cover education and youth, charitable projects and faith, and we’ll be looking to allocate funding to further causes which applied during our second grant-giving cycle.”

www.talbotvillagetrust.co.uk

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L-R: John Heather, senior agent, NFU Mutual’s New Forest, Isle of Wight and Bournemouth agency; Tom Shallaker, fundraising & tickets sales manager, Lighthouse

Trethowans wins three categories in The Legal 500 Future Lawyers student guide

Trethowans has ranked highly once again in The Legal 500 Future Lawyers 2022/23 student guide, winning three categories for ‘Job Satisfaction’, ‘Work/Life Balance’ and ‘Living up to Expectations’, and scoring highly for ‘Approachability’, ‘Work quality’, ‘Client Contact’ and ‘Inclusiveness’.

The Legal 500 Future Lawyers is the student guide to the top UK law firms. It asks current trainees to rate their firm in twelve different categories and awards the highest scoring firms.

Kate Ellis, Head of People & Culture at Trethowans, said: “We’re pleased to once again receive recognition in the Future Lawyers survey, which gives a great insight into training contracts at law firms across the UK.

“At Trethowans, we actively seek out some of the best talent with the goal of offering a positive and inclusive working environment, so we are proud to be recognised in the different categories.” www.trethowans.com

Eight industrial units reserved off-plan in new market town scheme

Eight industrial units are to be built in the market town of Ringwood in south-west Hampshire.

Property consultants Vail Williams and Nettleship Sawyer have been appointed joint marketing agents of the scheme at newly named Parvaneh Park, Embankment Way.

Construction of the mainly terraced units, which range in size from 1,507 sq ft to 1,690 sq ft and are being offered on 999-year leases from £350,000 to £375,000 each, has begun.

Completion of the commercial property development, with a targeted Energy Performance Certificate of top-rated A, is due at the tail end of this year.

Vail Williams sold the site, just off Castleman Way, where there are dozens of businesses on the south side, on behalf of Burry & Knight to Meyson Properties. Each industrial unit is being fitted with a mezzanine and rooftop solar panels, with three car parking spaces per unit and electric vehicle chargers.

Bryony Thompson, an associate of the Bournemouth office of property consultancy Vail Williams, said: “Parvaneh Park is ideal for businesses because of the proximity of the A31 to Bournemouth and the west and the east towards Southampton and Portsmouth, via the M27, and Winchester and London via the M3. www.vailwilliams.com

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L-R: Luke Barker, trainee solicitor; Hannah McMullen, family team solicitor; Sarah Humphrey, trainee solicitor; Harry Dancer, trainee solicitor; Laura Emerson, trainee solicitor; Jack Ormesher, trainee solicitor; Richard Thomas, agriculture and rural property team solicitor; Ellie Stanton, private client team solicitor

New Faces, New Places

Celebrating new roles being filled within the Members of the Dorset Chamber

Bournemouth & Poole College

appoints new Executive Director of Commercial Partnerships

As part of Bournemouth and Poole Colleges ongoing commitment to support employers and stakeholders in the region, Emma Barrett joins the college in the role of Executive Director of Commercial Partnerships.

Emma has worked in Further Education for the past 20 years and is excited to be developing meaningful partnerships between the college and businesses. www.thecollege.co.uk

New appointments for Dorset funeral group Douch Family Funeral Directors has appointed two new staff for its AE Jolliffe & Son branch in Ferndown.

Leanne Adimi is a senior funeral director and community engagement officer and Helen Dean is an office administrator. www.fcdouch.co.uk

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance Appoints Corporate and Relationships Officer

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance is delighted to announce the appointment of Georgia Beard as their new Corporate and Relationships Officer.

Georgia joins the life-saving charity in a newly created role, which aims to enhance existing relationships with local businesses, whilst building new partnerships to drive engagement and support. www.dsairambulance.org.uk

Frettens expand Family Team with addition of Olivia Le Masurier Frettens Solicitors is thrilled to have Olivia Le Masurier join as an associate in its growing Family Team in Christchurch.

Olivia is a bright individual who has extensive experience representing clients with both matrimonial and children matters, including divorce, financial orders, spousal maintenance and much more. www.frettens.co.uk

Openwide International appoints new Managing Director

Openwide International Ltd has appointed Sarah Hunter as Managing Director to head up the company and lead it into the future.

With 22 year’s experience in a Sales and Marketing background, Sarah brings a wealth of experience and is a visionary leader with a deep understanding of market dynamics. www.openwideinternational. com

New Appointments at TDSi Poole-based Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces the appointments of Lorena Gottlieb as New Business Executive and Dan Chapman as UK Distribution Salesperson.

Lorena will be a key part of TDSi’s market expansion in both the UK and internationally, supporting both new customers and the Sales team to ensure its integrated security systems are matched to real-world applications and needs.

Dan will work closely with TDSi’s distribution partners to ensure its products, services, and support are delivered to and benefit installers and end users across the UK. www.tdsi.co.uk

Tower expand their marketing team with new Campaign Marketing Manager

UK South Coast-based supplier Tower has expanded their marketing team with the addition of a new Campaign Marketing Manager, Jordan Hook.

Jordan will be responsible for Tower’s wide range of important campaigns, built predominantly around keeping people safe and protected in the workplace, and providing businesses with ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle. www.wearetower.com

Bonnie and Graham join Trethowans Solicitors in Dorset as Senior Associates

Two new recruits have joined Trethowans Solicitors in Dorset as Senior Associates. They will be based across Trethowans’ offices in Bournemouth and Poole.

Graham McLean joins the Commercial Litigation team as part of the growth of the Contentious Trusts and Probate offering, whilst Bonnie Ward joins the Private Client team. www.trethowans.com

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Associated Town Chambers

Bridport Business Chamber of Trade and Commerce

www.bridportbusiness.org.uk

Our mission is to ensure that Bridport provides the ideal environment for businesses to thrive and to supply the goods and services that the town and surrounding area needs to remain economically vibrant.

Dorchester Chamber for Business

www.dorchesterchamber.co.uk

We play an active role helping to promote local business and enterprise, representing a wide range of businesses both large and small. Our priority is to help our members work together to boost trade. In addition, we are also working with community partners on our Retain & Retrain campaign to promote apprenticeships and similar initiatives to further enhance employability in Dorchester.

Gillingham Chamber of Commerce and Industry

www.gcci.co.uk

Gillingham Chamber of Commerce and Industry has been around since the 1930s. Many of our members come from outside the High Street where diversity encompasses old family firms, industrial estate units and new modern work from home and digital businesses. We are very much involved in local initiatives and other groups such as Town Council, Gillingham School, Gillingham in Gear, Dementia Friends, Town Team in particular.

Shaftesbury Chamber of Commerce

www.shaftesburychamber.co.uk

The Shaftesbury Chamber has around 100 members from its two business parks and independent High Street businesses. They hold monthly networking meetings and are very active in the development of the town’s economy. Unlike many other towns, Christmas lights and activities are entirely run and paid for by chamber members.

Sherborne Chamber of Trade and Commerce

www.sherbornechamber.co.uk

The Sherborne Chamber of Commerce exists to promote its members’ businesses and the wider business community. It has a membership in excess of 150. The chamber is involved in just about every event that takes place in the town, supporting the Sherborne community, attracting media interest and creating a memorable experience for visitors to the town.

Swanage & District Chamber of Trade

www.swanagechamberoftrade.co.uk

We have many ways of helping to promote all businesses in Swanage, the most popular of these is the Swanage Map. This is provided to tourists free of charge through all local hotels and the tourist information centre. As a member, you will be taking an active part in helping develop business opportunities in Swanage.

Sculpture by the Lakes becomes one of only eight gardens in UK to achieve prestigious botanic garden accreditation

Dorset’s sculpture park and art venue, Sculpture by the Lakes, has been recognised for its exceptional quality gardens and plant conservation efforts by achieving official Botanic Garden Status – an accreditation held by only 83 gardens in the world.

Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) recognises gardens which conform to the highest international standards and make significant contributions to plant conservation. Sculpture by the Lakes joins just seven other gardens across the country which hold the accreditation, including The Eden Project and the National Botanic Garden of Wales.

Garden Director at Sculpture by the Lakes, Monique Gudgeon, said: “This accreditation is testament to years of hard work and dedication by our team, and I’m so proud that we’re officially the only garden in Dorset – and 8th in the UK – to achieve such a renowned mark of status.” www.sculpturebythelakes.co.uk

SturBiz - Sturminster Newton

Chamber of Commerce

www.facebook.com/SturBiz

The Sturminster Newton Chamber of Commerce was set up in 2018 and named SturBiz for simplicity. Its mission is to promote and enhance Sturminster Newton and surrounding area’s economy and its businesses and support a thriving and effective business community.

Weymouth & Portland Chamber of Commerce

www.wpchamber.co.uk

The chamber has been supporting businesses for over 100 years, encouraging and inspiring businesses of all sizes. We’ve helped many people to find their feet in the local business community, by providing an environment where they can connect with likeminded people. In recent years we’ve represented the concerns of businesses to the local councils, contributing to a significant cut in the cost of car parking charges. We played an important role in the establishment of the Weymouth BID, in whose operation we take a keen interest.

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Dorset temporary structure manufacturer Mar-Key Group has relocated to a large new facility in Christchurch due to significant business growth. More than doubling their turnover since the pandemic, they were recently ranked 4th out of 100 of the fastest growing SME’s in the Solent region.

The business has invested in excess

of £750,000 in new machinery and facilities, providing a fantastic platform for further expansion and enabling them to meet demand from a growing number of international customers. The lack of available warehouse space in the UK has also led to a sharp rise in the number of businesses turning to temporary structures as a solution to

Significant expansion for Dorset manufacturer Enhanced IT provide vital support in move to new premises

Enhanced IT have provided vital support to Mar-Key Group in their recent move into their new head office and manufacturing facility in Christchurch.

Head of Managed Services at Enhanced IT, Jonathan McHarg advised: “We have worked with the business for 3 years now and It has been a real pleasure supporting them through such an exciting time in their expansion.

“Their growth and recent move have seen Enhanced supporting the business in many ways: facilitating the migration of their remaining services to the cloud, moving them to a simplified, flexible phone system that supports hybrid working, installing the new site with networking and wireless facilities, kitting out meeting rooms with state-of-the-art technology to support Microsoft Teams rooms and providing ongoing 24/7 IT support.

“The IT upgrades and installations will enable Mar-Key Group to continue their journey of growth and stay connected with their much-expanded team of staff.”

www.enhanced.co.uk

increase their space, which has subsequently fuelled growth in the sector.

Through their membership with the Made in Britain campaign, Mar-Key Group champions British manufacturing and often proudly talk of their Dorset roots. What began as a small marquee business back in 1991 has flourished into a brand serving multiple blue-chip organisations and contracts to some of the biggest events in the country. Such substantial growth has earnt them a reputation within the industry for quality product and service, and demand for temporary structures continues to increase.

Originally based in Throop, Bournemouth, the new site on Airfield Way, Christchurch will house both the Manufacturing and Head Office operations and sees the floorspace increase from just 2,400 square feet to over 12,000 square feet.

Commenting on the move, CCO Jade Carpenter said: “This is such an exciting time for Mar-Key Group.

“The growth we are experiencing is incredible, so it was essential that we relocated to enable us to meet demand and continue on this path of expansion.”

www.mar-key.com

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DRIVEN This month, Dorset Chamber’s chief executive, Ian Girling, test drove the Maserati Grecale Modena

Learning first-hand about products rarely gets better than being offered to drive a Maserati courtesy of Hendy Maserati in Poole. Hendy is the largest car group in Dorset and Maserati has been part of the group’s portfolio since the end of 2022.

On one of the hottest weekends of the year, I thoroughly enjoyed test-driving the Maserati Grecale Modena, a mid-size SUV which combines premium versatility with elegance, performance, and plenty of innovation.

First impressions from the outside are that this is a good-looking luxury SUV, a good size but not too big to make it impractical. It’s striking, but not ostentatious.

Once you get into the car, it oozes quality throughout. From the seats to the dashboard, you know you’re sat in a special car, with the front and back spacious and plenty of room in the boot.

Inside, the standout tech specs include the traditional Maserati clock face which transforms into a veritable in-car concierge, courtesy of voice control. Everything is touchbased with the technology controlled from

the displays. The main central screen is the largest ever seen in a Maserati and there’s another display for the extra controls and a third for the passengers in the rear seats.

All of the tech is very intuitive and straightforward to use. I was particularly impressed with the sat nav. Start the engine and you immediately hear that throaty exhaust and out on the road you really appreciate the performance of the four-cylinder 330-hp engine.

It’s a great drive, and very smooth at lower comfortable speed with sure-footed handling. You’re reminded that you’re driving a Maserati with its great and steady acceleration when you need it, accompanied by that beautiful exhaust growl which all adds to the joy of driving this car.

At the heart of the performance and handling is the 100% Maserati Vehicle Dynamic Control Module (VDCM) system and the option of five different drive modes depending on the conditions.

After driving the car for a few days, I was also impressed by the economy and the car

doesn’t seem to use as much fuel as you may think. Ownership of this vehicle would be easy. It’s spacious, powerful, happy around the town and would eat the miles in complete comfort on a longer journey. Italian flair at its very best. To find out more visit www.hendy.co.uk

Hall & Woodhouse announces annual results

Hall & Woodhouse has announced that underlying profit before tax recovered in the year to 28th January 2023 to £4.4 million.

Total Profit before Tax was £10.4 million as it again benefitted from profits on disposal of non-strategic assets and the marking to market of its interest rate swaps.  Net debt rose as it completed the purchase of three new Managed Houses (the Red Barn, Woolacombe, the Wiremill, Lingfield and the Royal Lion, Lyme Regis), opened the Frog, Mindenhurst and maintained its investment across its Managed House and Business Partner estate.

Chairman of Hall & Woodhouse, Anthony Woodhouse, said: “Our post pandemic plan was to return to close to normal levels of trading and profitability but, as I warned last year, the terrible war in Ukraine had a profound effect on the economy with rapid inflation not seen since the 1980s.

“Although revenue levels were encouraging, margins were squeezed as costs and wages rose at a greater pace than we were able to pass on to our guests and customers. In

this environment the profit outturn was a creditable performance, although still well below pre pandemic levels.

“Our Managed House business, where our results are more operationally geared to the volatile external environment, suffered the brunt of the margin squeeze. Business Partnerships had a solid year performing as expected, showing the robustness of this business model. We were delighted to be awarded the Publican Tenanted Pub Company of the year in recognition of this.

“We continued to reap the benefits of our well established Badger and Rio brands and our world class brewing operation.

“In challenging times, it becomes clear whether organisations are committed to their purpose and values.  Last year the Company demonstrated its commitment clearly.  Two examples amongst many that I would highlight are the continued adherence to paying the Real Living Wage as a minimum and the donating and raising of over £600,000 to local good causes.  We were honoured to receive the PubAid Corporate Community

“Apart from a heavily weather affected July, trading since the year end has been very encouraging with strong like-for-like sales growth across the estate.  It is clear that the divergence in performance between well invested pubs with the right offer and correct team levels and those not in that position is becoming increasingly marked.”

www.hall-woodhouse.co.uk

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Hero Award at the All Party Parliamentary  Beer Group Awards.

Purple patch as expanding HR specialist moves to new HQ

Expanding outsourced human resources specialist Purple HR has relocated to bigger headquarters to facilitate strategic business growth.

The family firm, which works nationally and globally, has moved to Cedar Park, off Cobham Road on Ferndown Industrial Estate – just yards from its previous serviced office premises.

This change not only enables Purple HR, founded in 2010, to grow service lines for retained and ad hoc clients but also provide employees with high-standard working environment.

The firm is sharing an office building with long-established accountancy and financial services firm Ward Goodman which reassessed its own accommodation requirements and freed up space.

Purple HR Operations Director Leanne Fitzmaurice said: “We had outgrown our previous premises and it was time to leave the serviced office environment to set up on our own.

“Cedar Park proved to be the perfect fit and our close working relationship with Ward Goodman – we advise each other’s clients when required – is set to be cemented further as we occupy the same building.” www.purplehr.co.uk

Keeley Fox Interior Design leads AFC Bournemouth training ground project

Poole-based Keeley Fox Interior Design was appointed as the Interior Designer for AFC Bournemouth’s new multi-million pound training ground in January this year.

The new training ground, which is anticipated to take a number of years to complete, is already in use, with one full-sized pitch being used by Academy teams.

Some of the interior design scope given to Keeley Fox Interior Design for the new facility includes the main reception, the First team reception, the First team’s lounge, the media suite and the First team’s changing room. The design team is already in the initial design concept stages and expects to complete the design development by early summer this year.

Keeley Fox, Director of Keeley Fox Interior Design, commented: “We are delighted that AFC Bournemouth has recognised our commercial talent and has appointed us to lead the Interior Design for this very important project.

“It means so much as a local design firm to be able to support our club, and the new training ground is an incredibly positive addition to the area. It will bring many opportunities for young athletes, up-andcoming footballers, and the businesses supporting them.”

www.keeleyfoxintteriordesign.com

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AFC Bournemouth’s new training ground at Canford Magna

A few years ago, when Dorset Chamber first started having public conversations about the menopause, it was considered a fairly taboo topic. Thankfully, the tide is turning, and more and more employers are starting to talk about the issues affecting their workforce. Menopause Awareness Day on 18 October is an opportunity for those issues to be discussed, debated and explored across the world. A recent CIPD study showed that 59% of working women between 45 and 55 say menopausal symptoms have a negative impact on them at work, but for many people, particularly men or younger female co-workers, the thought of discussing the menopause with female colleagues in the workplace can feel very uncomfortable.

Here are some ways you can support colleagues:

1. Educate Yourself: Take the time to learn about menopause, its symptoms, and its impact on women’s physical and emotional well-being. Understanding the challenges they face is the first step in offering support.

2. Be Empathetic: Show empathy and patience towards women dealing with menopausal symptoms. Recognize that these symptoms can vary greatly in intensity and duration. Always respect women’s privacy and confidentiality when discussing menopause-related matters.

3. Flexible Work Arrangements: Advocate for flexible work arrangements, such as flexible hours or remote work options, to accommodate women experiencing menopausal symptoms like hot flashes or fatigue.

4. Offer Wellness Resources: Promote access to wellness programs, stress management techniques, and healthcare resources that can help women manage their symptoms effectively.

5. Encourage Self-Care: Support self-care initiatives by encouraging regular breaks, providing access to relaxation spaces, and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

6. Normalize Menopause: Help reduce stigma by normalizing discussions around menopause and its impact on women. Encourage an open dialogue with colleagues to create a more understanding workplace culture.

7. Lead by Example: As a colleague set a positive example by actively supporting women in menopause and promoting a culture of inclusivity and empathy within your workplace.

*Government Report on Menopause

MENOPAUSE – Guidance for Employers

World Menopause Day takes place every year on 18 October and can provide a good opportunity to remind your workforce about the support that is available to them.

Symptoms of menopause and perimenopause vary from person to person but are likely to impact a large part of your workforce either directly or indirectly. Without support, symptoms can lead to an increase in absences. The increasing number of women in the workforce aged 50 to 64 means there are more and more women dealing with symptoms whilst working.

As managers, it is important to understand what policies and procedures you have in place to provide support to these individuals so that you can be ready to have confident conversations around this issue in the same way as you would for any other health-related matter.

The support you provide can have a huge impact, helping build confidence and trust and sending the important message that you value them as individuals and support them to thrive at work.

Where someone is struggling, the solutions don’t always need to be complicated; simple adjustments may be enough to allow them to continue to perform their duties to the fullest, perhaps increasing airflow in the office environment or reviewing work patterns or uniforms.

There is now a wide range of useful resources available to assist you in considering what adjustments may be necessary or appropriate, but you should remember that each person is different, and what works for one may not work for another. A supportive discussion in an appropriate and sensitive manner can go a long way in removing the stigma and feelings of isolation that can be experienced and help you understand what changes would help that individual most.

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Menopausal women are the fastest growing demographic in the workforce*
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Connecting in Nature Walk - Moors Valley Country Park & Forest
Supported by Health & Wellbeing Sponsor Lester Aldridge
L-R: Helen Mortimer, head of fundraising, Diverse Abilities; Gemma Houghton, relationship manager , Diverse Abilities; Paul Taylor, business development manager; Dorset Chamber L-R: Simone Ippolito, founder, Winederful UK; Manda Hickey, founder, Foutala; Paul Taylor, business development manager, Dorset Chamber L-R: Paul Taylor, business development manager, Dorset Chamber; Hannah Field, head of group brand & marketing, Mar-Key Group L-R: Paul Taylor, business development manager, Dorset Chamber; Karen Smith, operations director, Hypro Marine & Avon Marina; Crispin Lennox, group sales & marketing manager, Hypro Marine & Avon Marina
Poole
Wardrobe
Mar-Key Group new
L-R: Juliet Beardsley, director, Martin Beardsley Limited Construction Carpentry; Eloise Grant, managing director, Wardrobe Foundation; Paul Taylor, business development manager, Dorset Chamber
Property Club - Rockwater Summer Social 2023 Avon Marina - Open Day & Lifestyle Show Business Networking Lunch -
The Mercure Hotel, Bournemouth - Sponsored by Diverse Abilities
Venaspace Summer Party
Foundation visit
facility visit New Members Coffee Morning

Upcoming Dorset Chamber Events

To book events please go to www.dorsetchamber.co.uk/events

Coming to a Dorset Chamber event? Why not car share and cut your carbon emissions? If you’re interested, contact events@ dorsetchamber.co.uk and let us know where you’re coming from. We’ll try and match you with someone else who is interested.

The Future of Business Conference

Venue: The Hilton Hotel, Bournemouth

Date: October 10, 2023

Time: 8.30am – 4.00pm

Cost: Members £120+vat, Standard £150+vat

Sponsored by Premier Festival Partner: Lester Aldridge

Sponsored by Festival Partners: Blue Sky Financial Planning, Bournemouth and Poole College, Dorset Council, The Dolphin, YMCA Bournemouth

Open to all

Connecting in Nature

- Monthly Breakfast Walks

Venue: Sandbanks, Poole

Date: October 20, 2023

Time: 8.00am – 9.00am

Cost: Members £5+vat, Standard £5+vat

Health and Wellbeing sponsor:

Lester Aldridge

Open to all

Annual General Meeting 2023

Venue: The Marriott Hotel, Bournemouth

Date: December 7, 2023

Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm

Cost: Free

Sponsored by: Cordoba Rewards

Members Only

Festival Expo

Venue: The Hilton Hotel, Bournemouth

Date: October 11, 2023

Time: 9.00am – 12.00pm

Cost: Free

Sponsored by Premier Festival Partner: Lester Aldridge

Sponsored by Festival Partners: Blue Sky Financial Planning, Bournemouth and Poole College, Dorset Council, The Dolphin, YMCA Bournemouth

Open to all

Simply Networking Live

Venue: Lighthouse, Poole

Date: November 22, 2023

Time: 7.45am – 9.00am

Cost: Free

Sponsored by: Lighthouse

Members Only

Connecting in Nature

- Monthly Breakfast Walks

Venue: Hengistbury Head, Bournemouth

Date: November 17, 2023

Time: 8.00am – 9.00am

Cost: Members £5+vat, Standard £5+vat

Health and Wellbeing sponsor: Lester Aldridge

Open to all

Christmas Lunch

Venue: The Marriott Hotel, Bournemouth

Date: December 7, 2023

Time: 12.00pm – 4.00pm

Cost: Members £60+vat, Standard £75+vat

Sponsored by: Cordoba Rewards

Open to all

National Networking Online with London Chamber

Venue: Online

Date: November 29, 2023

Time: 8.45am – 10.30am

Cost: Free

Sponsored by: ElectriX

In association with: London Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Members Only

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International trade in Dorset looking positive

In spite of challenging market pressures, the Dorset Chamber international trade team has been very busy supporting global trade with businesses across the region. June was the busiest month so far this financial year, with the team helping to export over £45 million worth of goods ranging from cosmetics to oil field parts.

The team has also helped many companies to ‘go global’ using the British Chamber of Commerce Global Network in their export journey which facilitates access to over 75 different markets around the world. Visit www.dorsetchamber.co.uk/international-trade to find out more about how we can help

Meet The Team

International Training Diary

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International Trade Update
Date Event Time Venue Price (+VAT) Oct 5 Preference Rules of Origin 9:30am – 12.30pm Online (Microsoft Teams) £195 +VAT for Members £240 +VAT for Standard 10 Webinar: Exploring Customs Warehousing for Enhanced Trade Efficiency 3.00pm – 4.00pm  Online (Microsoft Teams) Free 17 Inward and Outward Processing 9:30am – 12.30pm Online (Microsoft Teams) £195 +VAT for Members £240 +VAT for Standard 18 Incoterms® 9:30am – 12.30pm Online (Microsoft Teams) £195 +VAT for Members £240 +VAT for Standard 19 Customs Procedures and Documentation 9:30am – 12.30pm Online (Microsoft Teams) £195 +VAT for Members £240 +VAT for Standard 25 Webinar: CDS Exports Explained 2.00pm – 3.00pm  Online (Microsoft Teams) Free 31 Export Documentation 9.30am – 12.30pm  Online (Microsoft Teams) £195 +VAT for Members £240 +VAT for Standard Nov 1 Understanding Commodity Codes 9:30am – 12:30pm Online (Microsoft Teams) £195 +VAT for Members £240 +VAT for Standard
Tom Bennett Customs Declaration Officer The Dorset Chamber International Trade team understands the local economy and can provide the advice, training, support for you to grow and expand your market. Sue Bhatt International Trade Manager Kellie Oxborrow Customs Declaration Officer

Milestones for the target operating model

The Government has agreed to a delay of three months to introduce remaining sanitary and phytosanitary controls and full customs controls for non-qualifying Northern Ireland goods, which will now be introduced from January 2024. This gives traders the benefit of additional requested time to prepare for the model.  Customs controls on Irish goods entering Great Britain will be introduced from 31st January 2024. Under the Windsor Framework, qualifying Northern Ireland goods will continue to have unfettered access to the UK market, whether those goods are moving

directly from Northern Ireland to Great Britain or moving to Great Britain from Northern Ireland via Ireland. Safety and Security declarations for imports into Great Britain from the EU or from other territories where the current waiver applies will be introduced from 31st October 2024.

Further detail is provided on the UK Single Trade Window, which will underpin the new approach to controls. When fully operational, this will provide a single digital gateway for users to provide the data needed to trade and apply for licences and authorisations for trusted trader schemes.

It was also announced…

Northern Ireland Retail Movement Scheme

The ‘Northern Ireland Retail Movement Scheme’ will go live from 1 October 2023. Businesses in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) will be able to move prepacked retail goods as well as certain loose goods including fruit and vegetables through the “green lane” to Northern Ireland, under the Windsor Framework.

UK & Australia Free Trade Deal

Commodity codes training

Think of a commodity code as a product’s unique ID – it’s like the DNA of your goods. Whether it’s high-tech gadgets or exotic spices, every item has its distinct code that communicates crucial info about it.

In the world of trade, precision is key so why not join us on Wednesday 1st November to unravel the enigma of commodity codes. Reserve your spot now and embark on that journey.

“The International Trade Team at Dorset Chamber are very good at helping businesses find the right level of support. Sometimes an off-the-shelf solution is right, but at other times a more bespoke approach gives the best value for money and a more effective answer.”

For more info visit, email or call: www.dorsetchamber.co.uk/ international-trade/ourservices/ international@ dorsetchamber.co.uk 01202 714804

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The UK and Australia recently agreed to a free trade deal, which will have a big impact on companies in both nations. The origin status and lower rate of customs tax will be imposed on products exchanged between the two countries are two important components of this agreement. According to the rules of the agreement products made in either the UK or Australia will be given origin status and be qualified for lower rates of duty. But only if you can demonstrate that the items adhere to the origin requirements.

CDS Exports Deadline extended

The Customs Declaration Service has already replaced imports in the UK, and you can no longer make import declarations using CHIEF. While CDS Exports was initially set to take over in November 2023, HMRC has opted to postpone this transition after engaging with the broader trade community, until 30 March 2024. This delay aims to guarantee a seamless shift and provide traders with ample time to transition smoothly.

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Dorset Chamber welcomes our New Members

Venaspace

Bournemouth

www.venaspace.com

Venaspace is an independent serviced office space provider in the South-West with business centres in Bournemouth, Plymouth and Exeter. We have been providing businesses in the local area with serviced office space for 10 years and have grown to 3 sites in the town centre with 28,500sqft of flexible office space for local businesses.  Suitable for businesses with small teams to larger corporates, Venaspace Bournemouth offers private offices for teams of 3 to entire floors of up to 70 people across three Bournemouth business centres. One monthly license fee includes internet, rent, maintenance, security, keyless entry, utilities, furniture, free tea & coffee and free use of onsite communal event spaces.

Molecular Magic Creative Catering Ltd

Bournemouth

www.molecularmagic.co

Molecular Magic Creative Catering is a multi-award winning, family run business based in Bournemouth, mainly focusing on Dorset, Hampshire, and Wiltshire area. It has been recognized as one of the most unique, creative, and innovative caterers for private dining, weddings and corporate events. Combined with their extensive catering experience and award-winning track record, Molecular Magic guarantee mouthwatering, custom-made menus and exceptional levels of service. From Michelin Star dining experience to traditional 3 course dinners, show stopping buffets and more relaxed sharing style menus and barbeques, their catering offering provides exceptional quality foods that are expertly prepared by a very talented founder & Head Chef Magic.

Somerset

www.cme-as.com

Packaging machinery for brand owners and manufacturers worldwide. What sets us apart is the flexible, customer focused approach we use to develop high quality machinery that fits the product perfectly – not the other way around. Every process is carried out at our plant in the UK, from concept studies to full production line integration. Short time scales are a common requirement from our customers, especially when the timeto-market is critical to the success of a new product. We are used to this and pride ourselves on delivering to challenging time scales.

Pensar IT

London

www.pensar.co.uk

Pensar IT is a team of talented people that provides organisations with outsourced technology consultancy, procurement, implementation and support services for both Microsoft and Apple based IT systems. Pensar IT operates across the UK. There is a strong emphasis on Microsoft’s 365 and Azure platforms and clients get the most from their investment with 24×7 support and business-led IT advice.

Woogie Big Pants

West Knighton

www.woogiebigpants.com

Woogie Big Pants specialise in crafting art therapy books and communication aids tailored for children facing challenges. My work extends to an upcoming app, complemented by collaborative efforts with local children’s services. Through workshops, training, and a positive approach, I’m dedicated to making a difference in young lives across Dorset.

Keeley Fox Commercial

Interior Design Ltd

Poole

www.keeleyfoxintteriordesign.com

Keeley Fox Commercial Interior Design is a multi-award-winning interior design practice with over fifteen years’ experience.  We are a highly skilled team which specialize in the education, workplace, and hospitality sectors. From initial concept and design to project management and implementation, we are committed to delivering outstanding results and providing our clients with total support throughout every stage of their project.

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People Puzzles Ltd

Cambridgeshire

www.peoplepuzzles.co.uk

We are not an agency. We provide strategic, commercially savvy part-time People Directors to businesses who don’t want, don’t need or can’t afford a full-time HRD, on a mid-long term but fractional basis. Our strategic People Director team works with you to understand your business and bring their skills and experience to add commercial value from day one. We have already worked with hundreds of ambitious businesses across the UK on a flexible part time basis to deliver strategic HR consultancy that helps businesses thrive. Backed up by an established network of over 85 HR experts and leaders nationwide, you get the benefits of a much wider resource at a fraction of the cost or risk of a full time hire, offering exceptional value.

JPP Consulting Ltd

Poole

www.jppuk.net

Since its conception, JPP has steadily grown to become a consultancy that offers a broad range of services to a diverse client base. With Civil & Structural, Geotechnical & Environmental, Development Planning, and Surveying services, we pride ourselves in offering a comprehensive consultancy service that covers the residential, commercial, leisure, retail, health, education, transportation and public sectors.

Zest Lifestyle

Wimborne

www.zestlifestyle.com

You care about your team. It’s part of your culture, and it’s one reason you’re able to attract and retain top talent. Discover how a burst of Zest makes life and work feel better. We help organisations across the UK to take better care of their employee health. We do this with a mixture of live sessions (both in person and remote) and via our online platform.

The Nici Bournemouth www.thenici.com

Perched on Bournemouth’s West Cliff, THE NICI offers guests the opportunity to visit Miami without the jetlag. Since unveiling its multi-million-pound refurbishment which includes a luxury spa, 30m outdoor pool and cabana area, fire pits and so much more, THE NICI is redefining the definition of luxury travel on the south coast. With 88 plush bedrooms and suites, most with spectacular sea views, a vibrant restaurant, bar and terrace, spa, cinema room and so much more, THE NICI brings the best from around the world and is more than a hotel.

Elevated Software Limited

Bournemouth

www.elevated-software.co.uk

Elevated Software is a small team who love to work closely with our clients to create software solutions which have a real impact on their business.  Involving our clients throughout the project gains the trust needed to deliver a successful solution.  If you are looking for a software solution, we would be happy to discuss further.

Timber & Black West Dorset

www.timberandblack.com

Timber & Black Ltd design and build gorgeous things for gardens: distinctive shepherd huts, luxury cabins, timber gazebos and proper-posh outdoor stores. Based in West Dorset, they use local suppliers to ensure every project is Dorset born and bred.

Avon Marina

Christchurch

www.avonmarina.com

Located in the historic town of Christchurch, nestled in the banks of the River Avon is Avon Marina - an award-winning Marina which boasts some of the most sought-after moorings on the South Coast.

The Marina has several dedicated departments including Boat sales, Marina Services, Engineering, Brokerage, a Chandlery & Lifestyle store, Café and a Fuel dock.

Invidar Poole

www.invidar.com/

We work with challenger brands that want to leverage new and emerging technologies to deliver virtual environments and interactive experiences that drive business forward. We provide a suite of real-time 3D solutions to big name brands, right through to independent projects, ranging from consultancy to bespoke solutions. Working across projects of all shapes and sizes, our team & network of specialists will come together to help you invent your reality and build your business.

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Accountants & Tax Advisors

Albert Goodman, Taunton 0330 333 5039 www.albertgoodman.co.uk

Arnold Accounting & Bookkeeping Services Ltd, Christchurch 07513 838434 www.arnoldaccounting.co.uk

Azets, Poole 01202 717867

www.azets.co.uk/find-an-office/poole/?utm_ source=offsite-seo&utm_medium=directorylisting&utm_campaign=local-affiliates

Bicknell Business Advisers Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 025252 www.bicknells.net

Chorus Accounting Limited, Christchurch 01202332500, 9a and 10

Evelyn Partners, Bournemouth 02380 827600 www.evelyn.com/

Grant Sellers Chartered Accountants, Verwood 01202 824500 www.grantsellers.co.uk

Hill Osborne, Poole 01202 678555 www.hillosborne.com

Hunts Accountants Limited, SHERBORNE 01935 815008 www.huntsaccountants.co.uk

HWB Chartered Accountants, Chandlers Ford 02380461200 www.hwb-accountants.com

JKD Accountants Limited, Poole 07707016594 www.jkdaccountants.co.uk/

Mazars LLP, Poole 01202 680777 www.mazars.co.uk

MLW Accountants, Poole 07900 924872 www.mlwaccountants.co.uk

Morris Lane, Poole 01202 715950 www.morrislane.co.uk

PKF Francis Clark, Poole 01202 663600 www.pkf-francisclark.co.uk/

Saffery Champness LLP, Bournemouth 01202 204742 www.saffery.com

Schofields Chartered Accountants, Bournemouth 01202 555785 www.schofieldsonline.co.uk

TC Group, Christchurch 01202 483341 www.filerknapper.co.uk

Vantage Accounting, Wimborne 01425 460993 vantage-accounting.co.uk

Advertising

Auxi Design Ltd, Poole, 7702951995 www.auxi.co.uk

Fridays at Nine, Bournemouth 07591202603 www.fridaysatnine.co.uk

Air Conditioning

Universal Maintenance Contracts Limited, Wimborne 01202 891772 www.umc-ac.com

Architects

Lionel Gregory Architects Ltd, Poole 01202 723157 www.lionelgregoryarchitects.co.uk

Western Design Architects, Blandford Forum 01258 830675 www.westerndesignarchitects.com

Artist

Art Zag, Ferndown 07766513257 www.art-zag.com

Aviation

Bournemouth Airport, Christchurch 01202 364174 www.bournemouthairport.com

DAeCO, Poole 01202 880302 www.daeco.co.uk

Banking

Barclays, Poole 07990 081947,

HSBC, Bournemouth 03455 848056 www.banking.hsbc.co.uk

J.P. Morgan, Bournemouth 01202 342000 www.jpmorgan.com

Bars & Restaurants

Brewhouse and Kitchen, Bournemouth 02073543761 www.brewhouseandkitchen.com/

Custom House Cafe, Bar & Bistro, Poole 01202073295 www.customhousecafe.co.uk

Poseidon Bars Ltd, Bournemouth 07402 253883 www.poseidonbars.co.uk

Rick Stein, Poole 01202 283000,

Bookkeeping and Payroll

Milburn Finance, Bournemouth 01202 535399 www.milburnfinance.com

Branding & Design

Amadoo, Poole 01202287807 www.amadoo.co.uk

Brewery

Hall & Woodhouse Ltd, Blandford St Mary 01258 452141 www.hall-woodhouse.co.uk

Business Associations

Wimborne BID, Wimborne Minster 01202 888992

www.wimborne.info

Business Coaching/ Consultancy

50 Forwards Career Coaching, Bournemouth 07896338678,

ActionCOACH Bournemouth, Bournemouth 07736 944196 www.bournemouth.actioncoach.co.uk

Be Astute Limited, Frome 01373 837331 www.be-astute.co.uk

DELTA Group, Broadstone 01202 690348

www.deltagroup.co.uk

Easterly Winds Consulting, Ferndown 07840943600 www.easterlywinds.co.uk/ Engage for Change, Dorchester 07710130755 www.engageforchange.com/

GS Fast Growth Ltd, Poole 03316309554 www.gsgrowth.co.uk

IMSM Limited, Malmesbury 01793313141 www.imsm.com/gb/

Insight6 - Dorset, Salisbury 07887 554898 www.insight6.com/dorset

J R L Coaching and Consulting, Bournemouth 07795 202982 www.jrlcoaching.co.uk

Joanne Young, Wimborne 07590 983820, joanneyoung.co.uk

KIMCO, Poole 01202 888549 www.kimcoafrica.com/en/

Leadership and Mindset Coach, Highcliffe on Sea 07555524647 michaela-smith.com

Peer2Peer Global Limited, Wimborne, www.peer2peerboards.com/

Phil Popham Consultancy, Stretton on Dunsmore, , Quay Business Associates Ltd, Poole 01202 679225 www.quaybusinessassociates.co.uk

Russell Philips Limited, Dorchester 01305267009 www.russellphilips.com

Sellerly Limited, Wimborne, www.sellerly.co.uk/

Smart Quality Services Ltd, Bournemouth 07514 701994 www.smartquality.co.uk

Stellar Coach Limited, Bournemouth, 447968012424 stellarcoach.co.uk

The CEO Coach Ltd, Poole 07973 137470 www.jamesakinsmith.co.uk

The Hardy Group, Poole 01202 232520 www.thehardygroup.co.uk

Transitions Life Coaching, Ringwood 01425 472354 www.transitionslifecoaching.co.uk

Verace Business Assistance, Poole 07467 952352 www.veraceba.com

West Peak, Christchurch 07899912190, West Peak Partners

Business Process Automation

Provulo, Weybridge 07503 267160

www.provulo.com

Business Recovery & Insolvency

Antony Batty & Co, Bournemouth 01202 923009

www.antonybatty.com/about-our-insolvencypractitioners/bournemouth-office/

Even Keel Solutions Limited, Bournemouth 01202237337

www.evenkeelsolutions.co.uk

Leonard Curtis, Poole 01202 712810

www.portbfs.co.uk

Business Support Services

Acquit Debt Collection and Outsourced

Credit Control, Poole 01202 432022

www.acquit.org.uk

BrooksKebbey Limited, Wareham 07495 781731

www.brookskebbey.net

Core PA Services Ltd, Bournemouth 07942 862413

www.core-pa.co.uk/

Dorset Business Angels, Christchurch 01202 706975

www.dorsetbusinessangels.co.uk

Equilibrium Services, , , Evolve, Poole 0333 322 2332

www.evolvemembers.com

Foundry UK, Epping 0207 871 3005, foundryuk.com

Get Ahead, Christchuch 07766 111963, getaheadva.com

House of Risk Ltd, Poole 07361832293

www.HouseofRisk.co.uk

Law Point, Bournemouth 01202 729444

www.law-point.co.uk

Marketscan Ltd, Chichester 01243791708

www.marketscan.co.uk

Rise-Early Career Management Ltd, Corfe Mullen 07531554504, Rise-Early Career Management Ltd

Saline, Poole 07791 902632

www.saline.org.uk

Surrey Translation Bureau, Farnham 01252730014

www.surreytranslation.co.uk

The Business Supplies Group, Bournemouth 0333 456 1506

www.tbsg.co.uk/

The Dorset Concierge Ltd, Swanage 01202148003

www.thedorsetconcierge.com

The Passionate PA (UK) Ltd, 01202 802863

www.thepassionatepa.co.uk

Winning Tenders, Poole 01392 247997

www.winningtenders.co.uk

Car Parking

Britannia Parking Group LTD, Poole 01202 555888

www.britpark.com

Care

Promedica 24 Dorset and Hampshire, Poole 01202 618400

www.promedica24.co.uk/Dorset

Catering & Catering Equipment

Comax Ltd, Ringwood 01202 684111

www.comaxuk.com

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Molecular Magic Creative Catering Ltd, Bournemouth 07845 646204

www.molecularmagic.co

Chamber of Commerce

Bridport Business Chamber of Trade and Commerce, Bridport 07577 199786

www.bridportbusiness.org.uk

Dorchester Chamber for Business, Dorchester 01305 360293

www.dorchesterchamber.co.uk

Dorset Chamber, Poole 01202 714800

www.dorsetchamber.co.uk

Shaftesbury & District Chamber of Commerce (SDCC), Shaftesbury 01747 850059/01747 8

www.shaftesburychamber.co.uk

Sherborne Chamber of Trade & Commerce, Sherborne 01935 815 008 www.sherbornechamber.co.uk

SturBiz - Sturminster Newton Chamber of Commerce, Sturminster Newton 07810 424269

www.facebook.com/SturBiz

Swanage & District Chamber of Trade, Swanage 07966 462974 www.swanagechamberoftrade.co.uk

Weymouth & Portland Chamber of Commerce, Weymouth 07730 135973 www.wpchamber.co.uk

Charity

AECC University College, Bournemouth 01202 436300

www.aecc-clinic.co.uk

Age UK Bournemouth, Poole and East Dorset, Bournemouth 01202530530 www.ageuk.org.uk/ bournemouthpooleeastdorset/

Age UK NSWD, Poundbury 01305 269444,

Autism Unlimited, Christchurch 01202 483360 www.autism-unlimited.org

BCHA, Bournemouth 01202 410500 www.bcha.org.uk

Bournemouth Sea Cadets & Royal Marines Cadets, Bournemouth 01202399199

www.sea-cadets.org/bournemouth/ CAN (Community Action Network), Poole 01202 466130 www.can100.org

Care South, Poole 01202 712400 www.care-south.co.uk

Citizens Advice Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole, Bournemouth 01202 290967 www.citizensadvice.org.uk

Diverse Abilities, Poole 01202 718266 www.diverseabilities.org.uk

DorPIP, Poole 07813 989707 www.dorpip..org.uk

Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance, Wellington 01823669604 www.dsairambulance.org.uk

Dorset Community Foundation, Poole 01202 670815

www.dorsetcommunityfoundation.org

Dorset Mind, Bournemouth 01202 099183 www.dorsetmind.uk

Dorset Reclaim, Bournemouth 01202 773384

www.dorsetreclaim.org.uk

Dorset Wildlife Trust, Dorchester 01305 217987

www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk

Education Development Trust, Reading 074468474739

www.educationdevelopmenttrust.com

Faithworks Wessex, Bournemouth 01202 429037

www.faithworkswessex.org.uk

Forest Holme Hospice, Poole 01202670644

www.forestholmehospice.org.uk

HealthBus Trust, Bournemouth 07395 560343

www.healthbus.co.uk

Help and Care, Bournemouth 03001 113303

www.helpandcare.org.uk

Helpful Hounds Assistance Dogs, Bournemouth 01202591602

www.helpfulhounds.org.uk

Hope HTS, Bournemouth 01202 312231

www.hopehts.com

Jim Cronin Memorial Fund for Primate Welfare & Conservation, Wareham 01929462487 www.jimcroninmemorialfund.org

Julia’s House, Wimborne 01202 644220 www.juliashouse.org

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care, Poole 01202 708470, lewis-manning.org.uk

Lighthouse Poole, Poole 01202 781 320 www.lighthousepoole.co.uk

Maddie’s Miracle, Blandford Forum 07539284238 www.maddiesmiracle.org.uk

MYTime Young Carers, Poole 01202 710701 www.mytimeyoungcarers.org/

Pavilion Dance South West, Bournemouth 01202 203637 www.pdsw.org.uk

Poole Sea Cadets, Poole 01202 671892

www.sea-cadets.org/poole

PramaCare, Poole 01202 207300

www.pramacare.org.uk

Rotary International District 1110, Wimborne 01202 882277

www.rotary.org

Sexual Trauma and Recovery Services (STARS), Poole 01202 308840

www.starsdorset.org

Talbot Village Trust, Wimborne 01202 338551 www.talbotvillagetrust.org

The Tank Museum, Bovington 01929 405096 www.tankmuseum.org

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity, Bournemouth 01202 704060

www.uhdcharity.org/

Wessex Heartbeat, Southampton 02380 706095 www.heartbeat.co.uk

Wessex Reserves Forces & Cadets Association, Taunton 01823 250110 www.wessex-rfca.org.uk

YMCA Bournemouth, Bournemouth 01202 290451 www.ymcabournemouth.org.uk

Chemical Supply Analytical Services

OEMAchem, Southampton 02380 707686 www.oema.co.uk/

Cleaning Services

Dorset Commercial Cleaning, PooleThree Legged Cross 01202 986700 www.dorsetcommercialcleaning.com

Construction & Surveyors

Acheson Construction Ltd, Dorchester 01305 267938

www.achesonconstruction.com

Amiri Construction, Christchurch 01202 331615 www.amiriconstruction.co.uk

Composite Profiles UK Limited, Poole 01202 659237 www.compositeuk.com

Godsell Arnold Partnership Ltd, Broadstone 01202 600900 www.gapltd.eu.com

Graham Garner & Partners Ltd, Broadstone 01202 697341 www.ggpl.co.uk

Greendale Construction Ltd, Poole 01202 764551 www.greendaleconstruction.com

Harry J Palmer (Broadstone) Ltd, Wimborne 01202 842224 www.harryjpalmer.co.uk

Martin Beardsley Limited Construction Carpentry, Wimborne 07786 917 055, MC Roofing Ltd, Wimborne 01202 882281 www.mcroofingltd.co.uk

PC Flooring Ltd, Poole 01202330650 www.pc-flooring.co.uk

Quoin Property Consulting Limited, Wimborne 07710 543305 www.quoinsurveys.com/ Savills, Wimborne 01202 856800 www.savills.co.uk

Sherborne Holdings Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 303585 www.sydenhams.co.uk

Sibbett Gregory, Poole 01202 661177 www.sibbettgregory.com

Siteright Construction Supplies Ltd, Sturminster Marshall 01258 858028 www.siteright.net

Smith Foster Ltd t/a JPP Consulting Ltd, Poole 01202540888 www.jppuk.net

Spetisbury Construction Ltd, Wimborne 01202 856685

www.spetisburyconstruction.co.uk

SRS Construction Consultancy, St

Leonards 07856 725132

www.srs-cc.co.uk

T A Colbourne Projects Ltd, Poole 01202 716516

www.tacolbourne.co.uk

Vail Williams, Bournemouth 01202 558262

www.vailwilliams.com

Construction Design & Build

Concept glazing ltd, Bournemouth 01202985242

www.Conceptglazing.co.uk

Morgan Sindall Construction, Poole 01202 606801

www.morgansindall.com

Rose Engineering, Sturminster Newton 01258472866, rose-engineering.co.uk/

Suttles, Swanage 01929 439444

www.suttles.co.uk

TImber and Black LTD, EXETER 07528796400

www.TIMBERANDBLACK.COM

Toilets+, Norwich 0800606100 www.toilets.co.uk/toilet-hire-dorset/

Corporate Gifts & Clothing

4Couture.com, Ferndown 0330 660 0040 www.4couture.com

Inspirations Business Gifts & Corporate Clothing, Poole 01202 248313 www.myinspirations.co.uk/

Taylor Made Designs, Christchurch 07713 126234 www.taylormadedesigns.co.uk

The Perfect Source Limited, Wimborne 0845 643 4959 www.yourperfectsource.com

Wessex Trophies Limited, Broadstone 01202 650444 www.wessextrophies.co.uk

Couriers & Freight

Forwarding

AOG Worldwide Ltd, Christchurch 01202 375702 www.aogworldwide.co.uk

Schenker Ltd, Poole 01202 862150 www.schenker.com

Cyber Security

ESET UK, Bournemouth 01202 405405 www.eset.com/uk

SecQuest Information Security Ltd, Southampton 0345 19 31 337 www.secquest.co.uk

South West Cyber Resilience Centre, Poole 07849574895 www.swcrc.co.uk

Day Nurseries

Tops Day Nurseries, Bournemouth 01202 551553 www.topsdaynurseries.co.uk

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Defence

Soverin Technologies Limited, Wareham 01929 556732 www.soverin-technologies.co.uk

Digital Agencies

Lightly Salted Ltd, Wimborne 07792226049 www.lightlysalted.agency/

Somer Design, Bournemouth 07905797197 www.somerdesign.co.uk/

Studio Global, Bournemouth 01202 727070 www.studioglobal.co.uk

Total Guide to Dorset, Poole 07814 080119 www.totalguidetodorset.com

Display & Storage

Suppliers

Shopfitting Warehouse, Wimborne 01258 859900 www.shopfittingwarehouse.co.uk

Distribution

Clarendon Specialty Fasteners, Swindon 01793 439166 www.clarendonsf.com

De Monchy Aromatics Ltd, Poole 01202 620888 www.demonchyaromatics.com/

Kong Company Ltd, Salisbury 01722 783211 www.kongcompany.com

Pam International, Poole 07496 388327 www.paminternational.co.uk

Riverside Aromatics Ltd, Poole 01202 679532 www.riversideaeromatics.com

Education

Bournemouth and Poole College, Poole 01202 205500 www.thecollege.co.uk

Bournemouth University, Poole 01202 961961 www.bournemouth.ac.uk

Iron Mill College, Poole 01392219200, ironmill.co.uk/

Kingston Maurward Enterprises Ltd (KME), Dorchester 01305 215000 www.kmc.ac.uk

NMNProjects, Swanage

07801612430, Poole High School, Poole 01202 666988 www.poolehigh.co.uk

Skills & Learning, Poole 01202 123444 www.skillsandlearningace.com

SWRAC, Wimborne 07841784000, swrac.co.uk/

The Bournemouth English Book Centre, Poole 01202 712908 www.bebc.co.uk

The Colleges Partnership, Blandford Forum 01258 457091 www.tcpartnership.ac.uk

Weymouth College, Weymouth 01305 208919 www.weymouth.ac.uk

Electrical Services

Dextra Group PLC, Gillingham 01747 858100

www.dextragroup.co.uk

Engineering

A & M Defence & Marine Services Ltd, Wimborne 01202 828700 www.amdefencemarine.co.uk

Aeronautical & General Instruments Ltd t/a Trident Maritime Systems, Poole 01202 689022 www.agiltd.co.uk

Aish Technologies, Poole 01202 307007 www.aishtechnologies.com

Allied Tooling Ltd, Poole 01202 675767 www.alliedtooling.com

Amtek Engineering Solutions Ltd, Wimborne 01202 868640 www.amtek-group.co.uk/

Aviation & Defence Spares, Poole 01202 768667 www.aviationdefence.co.uk

Avonwood Developments, Wimborne 01202 868000 www.avonwood.co.uk

AW Precision Engineering Ltd, Poole 01202 710789 www.awprecisionengineering.co.uk

Bristol Maid, Blandford Forum 01258 484430 www.bristolmaid.com/

Chemring Technology Solutions Ltd, Poole 01202 628155 www.chemring.co.uk

Downhole Tools International Ltd, Poole 01202 690001 www.dti.uk.com

G K D Technik Ltd, Wimborne 01202 861961 www.gkdtechnik.com

IEC / Alpro Limited, Poole 01202 339559 www.iecltd.co.uk

INDUS Engineering Services, Bournemouth 07306193348 www.indusengineering.co.uk

Modulift UK Ltd, Poole 01202 621511 www.modulift.com

Parvalux Electric Motors, Bournemouth 01202 512575 www.parvalux.com

Reidsteel, Christchurch 01202 483333 www.reidsteel.com

Safi Valves Ltd, Poole 01202 624618 www.safi-limited.com

Spherea Test & Services Limited, Christchurch 01202 872800 www.spherea.co.uk

Tides Marine International Ltd, Poole 01202 656773 www.tidesmarine.co.uk

Ultra Nuclear Ltd, Wimborne 01202 850450 www.ultra-ncs.com

Entertainment

LEDhouse Ltd, Poole 02038 086917 www.ledhouse.tech

Environmental Services

Efeca, Bournemouth 01305 261050 www.efeca.com/

SUEZ recycling and recovery UK, Poole 01202 725600 www.suez.co.uk

The Master Key Group Ltd, Wimborne 07384636992 www.themasterkeygroup.com

Event Management & Equipment

BBX Media Ltd, Poole 01202912666 www.bbxmedia.co.uk/

Bournemouth 7s, Poole 01202 545630 www.diamondsportinggroup.com

Dorsety Show, Dorchester 01305264249 www.dorsetcountyshow.co.uk

Havencrown Marquee Cleaning Machines Ltd, Blandford Forum 07717 258925,

Mar-key Group, Bournemouth 01202577111 www.mar-key.com/

Quadrant2Design, Poole 01202 723500 www.quadrant2design.com

Facilities Management

Atlas FM, Bournemouth 01202 536770 www.atlasfm.com

Financial Services

Alliance FX Limited, London 02039314844 www.alliancefx.net

Apex CB Financial Planning, Poole 01202 622223 www.apexcb.com

Baggette Wealth Management Ltd, Poole 01202 676983 www.baggette.co.uk

Blue Sky Financial Planning Ltd, Poole 01202 756560 www.blueskyfp.co.uk

Church House Investment Management, Sherborne 01935 382620 www.ch-investments.co.uk

Eddicott Wealth Management Ltd, Christchurch 07803 808897, partnership.sjp.co.uk/ partner/eddicottwm

First Capital Finance Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 434000 www.firstcapitalfinance.co.uk

Globacare, Bournemouth 01202 929349 www.globacare.co.uk

Investec Wealth & Investment Limited, Bournemouth 01202 208100 www.investecdfm.co.uk

JW9, Reading 07818 141717 www.jw9.co.uk

Lewis & Co (Investments & Pensions) Limited, Poole 01202 718400 www.lewisinvestment.co.uk

Libertas Financial Planning Ltd, Bournemouth 01202795996 www.libertasfinancialplanning.co.uk

Life Matters, Poole 01202 025481 www.lifemattersfp.com

Lloyds Commercial Banking, Ferndown 07385364318 www.lloydsbank.com/

MSP Capital, Poole 01202 743400 www.mspcapital.co.uk

Peter Harding Wealth Management, Poole 01202 830730 www.peterhardingwm.co.uk

SG Financial Ltd, Poole 07775 710551 www.sg-financial.com/

Strategic Solutions Chartered Financial Planners, Bournemouth 01202 769890 www.ssfs.co.uk

SWIG Finance, Truro 01872227930 www.swigfinance.co.uk

The Lewis Workplace Pension Trust, Poole 01202 738650 www.lewismastertrust.co.uk

TheNonExec Limited, Poole 01202 828266 www.thenonexecutive.com

Toomey Leasing Group, Salisbury 01722440715 www.toomeylease.com/

Twelve Wealth Management, Poole 07503 505255 www.marcnorris.co.uk

WAY Trustees Limited, Wimborne 01202 890895 www.waytrustees.co.uk

WHIreland Wealth Management, Poole 01202 974111 www.whirelandwm.com

Y-Not Finance, Ferndown 01202 912182 www.y-notfinance.co.uk

Food & Drink

ABP Yetminster, Yetminster 01935 872777 www.abpfoodgroup.com

Btyne Products, Wareham 07928 627459, BV Dairy, Shaftesbury 01747 851855 www.bvdairy.co.uk

Harlees Fish and Chips, Wimborne 01202 602524 www.harlees.co.uk

Keith Spicer Ltd, Wimborne 01202 863800 www.keith-spicer.co.uk

Oakhouse Foods, Verwood 01202 814179 www.oakhousefoods.co.uk/

Organix Brands Ltd, Bournemouth 07458 022789 www.organix.com

The Jordans & Ryvita Company, Stratton Business Park 01305 751000 www.dorsetcereals.co.uk

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Funeral Services & Directors

F C Douch & Son (Funerals), Wimborne 01202 882936 www.fcdouch.co.uk

Nicholas O’Hara Funeral Directors Ltd, Wimborne 01202 882134, oharafunerals.co.uk/

Furniture

Custom World Dorset Ltd, Ferndown 01202 896816 www.customworldbedrooms.co.uk

G P & J Baker Limited, Poole 01202 266999 www.gpjbaker.com

Health & Safety

Create Safe Ltd, Verwood 07725914720 www.createsafe.co.uk

Fire Door Controls, Ferndown 0845 2260536 www.firedoorcontrols.co.uk

Health & Wellbeing

Bridge Health & Wellbeing, Christchurch 01202 473800 www.bridgehw.com

Case-UK, merthyr tydfil 07512335593, Case-UK

DDC Dolphin Limited, Poole 01202 731555 www.ddcdolphin.co.uk

Elevate Foundation, Christchurch 07896258229, elevatefoundation.co.uk/

Footfocus Podiatry, Ringwood 01425 837570 www.footfocuspodiatry.co.uk

Jules Whale Life Coaching, Poole 07769 348153 www.juleswhale.com/

Kestrel Medical Ltd, Broadstone 01202 658444 www.vocalzone.com

Liberty Private Care, Christchurch 01202 800494 www.libertyprivatecare.co.uk

Livewell Dorset, Weymouth 01305 233105 www.livewelldorset.co.uk

Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital, Bournemouth 01202 702809

www.nuffieldhealth.com

Options Wellbeing - Bournemouth, Bournemouth 02380630219, optionswellbeing.co.uk

Physio Fitness, Christchurch 07973939545 www.dmphysiofitness.co.uk/

WALX, Worth Matravers 0333 1234540, walx.co.uk

Woogie Big Pants, Dorchester 07368 188057, woogiebigpants.com/

Work Experience Ltd t/a A1 Care, Poole 07950622707, Work Experience Ltd

XPO Health Limited, Poole 01202 785888 www.neshealth.com

Zest Lifestyle, Wimborne 07880557976 www.zestlifestyle.com/

Holiday Lettings

Hardys Holiday Home Services, 07827 680068 www.hardysholidayhomeservices.com

Holiday Parks

Waterside Holiday Group, Weymouth 01305833103 www.watersideholidaygroup.co.uk

West Dorset Leisure Holidays, Bridport 01308 422139 www.wdlh.co.uk

Home Improvements

Southern Softflow, Wimborne 01202 828241

www.southernsoftflow.co.uk

Home Technology

Living Home Technology, Poole 01202 775133

www.livinghometech.co.uk

Hotels & Conferencing

Bournemouth Carlton, Bournemouth 03300 283411 www.bestwestern.co.uk

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel, Bournemouth 01202 557702 www.bournemouthhighcliffmarriott.co.uk

Captains Club Hotel, Christchurch 01202 475111 www.captainsclubhotel.com

Chewton Glen, New Milton 01425 275341 www.chewtonglen.com

George Albert Hotel & Spa, Dorchester 01935 483430 www.gahotel.co.uk

Kingstonry Courtyard, Corfe Castle 01929 481066 www.kingstoncountrycourtyard.com

Marsham Court Hotel, Bournemouth 01202 552111 www.marshamcourthotel.co.uk

Mercure Bournemouth , Queens Hotel & Spa, Bournemouth 01202 554415 www.queenshotelbournemouth.com

Minterne Estate, Dorchester 01300 341370 www.minterne.co.uk

Oceana Hotels, Bournemouth 01202 298350 www.oceana-collection.com

RNLI College, Poole 03003 007654 www.rnli.org/college.

Summer Lodge Hotel, Dorchester 01935 482000

www.summerlodgehotel.com

The Hilton Bournemouth, Bournemouth 01202 804775

www.bournemouthhilton.com

The Nici, Bournemouth 01202018555 www.thenici.com

HR

Headland HR Limited, Dorchester 01305 564102

www.headlandhr.co.uk

Hillingdon HR, Poole 07795 558648

www.Hillingdonhr.co.uk

HR Business Solutions Ltd, Bournemouth 07931 530497 www.hrbusinesssolutionsltd.co.uk

Lumine Development Ltd, Shaftesbury 07841 068727 www.lumine.co.uk

Okana Limited, Christchurch 01202070040 www.okanagroup.co.uk

People Puzzles Ltd, New Addington 0345 646 5201, peoplepuzzles.co.uk/

Purple HR Ltd, Wimborne 01202 801047 www.purplehr.co.uk

Skora HR, Poole 0330 056 3664 www.skorahr.co.uk

The People Choreographer, 07876 207054 www.peoplechoreographer.co.uk

ViewHR Ltd, Ringwood 01425 205390 www.viewhr.co.uk

Import/Export Services

International Trade Matters, Barnstaple, 01398 332881 www.internationaltradematters.com

Insurance

A-One Insurance Group, Ringwood 01425 480700 www.aoig.co.uk

Coleman Marine Insurance a Gallagher Company, Poole 01202 647400 www.ajg.com/uk

Cornish Mutual, Truro 01872 277151 www.cornishmutual.co.uk

Dorchester NFU Mutual, Dorchester 01305266411 www.nfumutual.co.uk/dorchester

Gallagher Insurance Brokers, Bournemouth 08002 988707 www.ajg.com/uk/

Kingsbridge Insurance Brokers, Tewkesbury 01242 808740 www.kingsbridge.co.uk/

MC Warranty Services, Poole 01202078745 www.mcwarrantyservices.co.uk/

NFU Mutual Wessex, Wareham 01929 553472 www.nfumutual.co.uk/wareham

The Insurance Institute of Bournemouth, Bournemouth 01202 518242 www.localinstitutes.cii.co.uk/bournemouth

UK Health Insurance, Poole 01202 756352 www.ukhealthinsurance.com

Interior Design

Keeley Fox Commercial Interior Design LTD, Poole 01202287688

www.keeleyfoxintteriordesign.com

ENHANCED, Poole 01202 308000

www.enhanced.co.uk

Glitch IT Limited, Christchurch 01202 237996

www.glitch.services

Grapevine (Telecoms & IT), Poole 01202 644434

www.grapevine.uk.com

Keyfort Ltd, Bournemouth 08448 014580

www.keyfort.co.uk

Kimcell Ltd, Dorchester 01202 755300

www.kimcell.com

Pensar IT, London

03330069550

www.pensar.co.uk

Poole Software Limited, Poole 01202 030082, poolesoftware.com/

Rejuvenate IT, Bournemouth 01202 237273 www.rejuvenate.it

Rev Ops Automated, Bournemouth, www.revopsautomated.com

Target IT Services, Bournemouth 01202 538488 www.target-its.co.uk

Vizst Technology, Poole 0333 344 2204 www.vizst.com

Lifts Supply & Installation

Bourne Lifts Ltd, Ferndown 01202 582923/07808 8 www.bournelifts.co.uk

Meridian Lifts Ltd, Poole 01202773332 www.meridianlifts.co.uk

Technical lift services Ltd, Poole 01202062140, .tlse.co.uk

Local Authority

BCP Council, Bournemouth 01202 454630 www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Dorset Council, Dorchester 01305 221000 www.dorsetforyou.com

Manufacturing

A & E Connock (Perfumery & Cosmetics) Ltd, Wimborne 01425 653367 www.connock.com

Abbey Supply Co Ltd, Poole 01202 623258 www.abbeysupply.com

Ability Projects Ltd, Poole 01202 305800 www.abilityprojects.com

ABP Technologies Ltd, Poole 01202 665000 www.abp-technologies.co.uk/ AlfaTronix Ltd, Poole 01202 715517 www.alfatronix.com

Ashland Industries Europe – ISP Microcaps UK Ltd, Poole 01202 627352 www.ashland.com

A B S Computer Systems Ltd, Poole 01202 770900 www.absgb.com

Amicus ITS Ltd t/a Aura Technology, Southampton 03333 208601 www.auratechnology.com

ASMPT, Weymouth 01305 760760 www.asm.com

BEST Fittings Ltd, Gillingham 01747 312672 www.bestfittings.co.uk

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IT

Bowmill Engineering Ltd, Poole 01202 266266

www.bowmill.co.uk

British Diamond Wire Die Co Ltd, Poole 01202 745104

www.balloffetdie.com

C.C.Moore & Co Ltd, Sturminster Newton 01963 362234

www.ccmoore.com

Caleva Process Solutions Ltd, Sturminster Newton 01258 471122

www.caleva.co.uk

Carlisle Fluid Technologies UK Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 571111

www.carlisleft.eu

Caterpillar Marine Power UK Ltd, Wimborne 01202 796000

www.cat.com/marine

CBRNergetics Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 800298

www.cbrnergeticsltd.com

CDA Products Limited, Shaftesbury 01747 352999

www.cdaproducts.co.uk

CME Automation Systems Ltd, Chard 01460 269500, cme-as.com/

Concept Cables Ltd, Blandford Forum 01258 480603

www.conceptcables.com

Confex Technology Ltd, Poole 01202 881466

www.confexuk.com

Coty International BV, Bournemouth 01202 524141

www.coty.com/

CT Production Ltd., Poole 01202 688953

www.ctproduction.co.uk/

Cygnus Instruments Ltd, Dorchester 01305 265533

www.cygnus-instruments.com

Darlena Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 302010

www.darlena.co.uk

Dometic Group Ltd, Blandford Forum 03446 260141

www.dometicgroup.com

Donaldson Filtration GB Ltd, Poole 01202 699444

www.bofa.co.uk

Electronic Technicians Ltd, Wimborne 01202 897722

www.etluk.co.uk

Enovation Controls Ltd, Salisbury 01722 410055

www.enovationcontrols.eu

Farrow & Ball, Wimborne 01202 876141 www.farrow-ball.com

Field International Limited, Poole 01202 676331 www.fieldinternational.com

FireSTOP Manufacturing Ltd, Dorchester 01305 213112 www.firestopltd.co.uk

Focal Point Fires, Christchurch 01202 499330 www.focalpointfires.co.uk

Fridgenius Ltd, Wimborne 01202 889264,

Get Fresh Cosmetics Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 859059 www.bombcosmetics.co.uk

Greens Combustion, Poole 01202 607563 www.greenscombustion.com

Griff IVD Ltd, 07778 997464 www.Griff-ivd.com

Hamworthy Combustion Engineering, Poole 01202 662717 www.johnzinkhamworthy.com

Heatric Division of Meggitt (UK) Ltd, Poole 01202 627084 www.heatric.com

Hey Create, Poole 07534273945 www.heycreate.co.uk/

Honeywell Analytics Ltd, Poole 01202 676161 www.honeywellanalytics.com

Hydreco Hydraulics Limited, Poole 01202 627500 www.hydreco.com

I C Brindle & Co Ltd, Poole 01202 657814 www.icbrindle.com

Icons Shop Limited, Christchurch 07775900721, Kallo Foods Ltd, Camberley 01276 609000 www.kallo.com

KVP EU Ltd, Beaminster 01308 867020 www.kvpvet.com

Lillidale Ltd, Wimborne 01202 848456 www.lillidale.co.uk

Lotek UK Ltd, Wareham 01929 552992 www.lotek.com

Lush Manufacturing Ltd, Poole 01202 664040 www.lush.co.uk

Magicard Ltd, Weymouth 01305 470000 www.magicard.com

Marden Edwards Ltd, Wimborne 01202 861200 www.mardenedwards.com

Marine Components International, Poole 01202 624244 www.marinecomponents.co.uk/

Motion Control Products Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 599922 www.motioncontrolproducts.com

NETZSCH Pumps & Systems Ltd, Dorchester 01935 483900 www.netzsch.com

NEXA Medical Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 575749 www.nexanpwt.com/

Nexus Cooling Ltd, Poole 01202 250100 www.nexuscooling.co.uk

Packline Ltd, Poole 01202 307700 www.packline.co.uk

Polyhose (UK) Ltd, Christchurch 01202 478334 www.polyhose.com

Precision Acoustics Ltd, Dorchester 01305 264669 www.acoustics.co.uk

PRF Composite Materials, Poole 01202 680022 www.prfcomposites.com

Primetals Technologies Limited, Christchurch 01202 331000 www.primetals.com

R. Hamilton & Co. Ltd, Mere 01747 860088 www.hamilton-litestat.com

RHH Franks, New Milton 01425614730 www.rhhfranks.com

Rowland Sandwith Ltd, Wimborne 01202 882323 www.h-h-hancock.co.uk

S K C Ltd, Blandford Forum 01258 480188 www.skcltd.com

Sargasso Worldwide Industrial Limited, Sturminster Newton 07743 877690 www.sargassoworldwide.com

Senscient, Poole 01202 606460 www.msasafety.com

Sigma-Aldrich, Poole 0800 717181 www.merckgroup.com

Sontronics, Poole 01202 722583 www.sontronics.com

Strouden Joinery, Poole 01202 696123 www.stroudenjoinery.com

Sunseeker International, Poole 01202 382222 www.sunseeker.com

Superior Seals Limited, Wimborne 01202 854335 www.superiorltd.com

Tecan Ltd, Weymouth 01305 765432 www.tecan.co.uk

Thompson Valves Ltd, Poole 01202 647827 www.thompson-valves.com

Time & Data Systems International Ltd, Poole 01202 723535 www.tdsi.co.uk

Titan Enterprises Ltd, Sherborne 01935 812790, flowmeters.co.uk/

Trimetals Limited, Blandford Forum 01258 459441 www.trimetals.co.uk

Tyrol Tyre Sealant Manufacturer, Christchurch 01202 470257/07710 4 www.tyrol.org.uk

Vapormatic UK Limited, Exeter 01392 435461 www.vapormatic.com

Wessex Filters Ltd, Poole 01202 671671, Willie’s Cacao, Cullompton, * www.williescacao.com

Wyndham Page Ltd, Poole 01202 734656 www.wyndhampage.com

Yunex Traffic, Poole 01202 782000 www.yunextraffic.com/

Marine

Actisense, Poole 01202 746682 www.actisense.com

Avon Marina, Christchurch 01202612610

www.avonmarina.com

Fireboy Xintex UK Operations Ltd., Poole 08453 899462

www.fireboy-xintex.com

Spot Zero EU Ltd, Poole 01202739937

www.spotzero.com

Marketing PR & Web Developers

b4b Marketing, Poole 01202 684400

www.b4b.co.uk

Caron Khan Consultancy, Bournemouth 07967 524578

www.caronkhan.co.uk

Darmax Research Ltd, Wimborne 07737 143315

www.darmaxresearch.co.uk

Darren Northeast PR Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 676762

www.darrennortheast.co.uk

Digital Storm Limited, Bournemouth 01202 298392

www.digitalstorm.co.uk

Dorset Tech, Gillingham 01258 808577

www.dorset.tech

EPM Agency, Poole, +441202237137

www.epm.agency/

Fireworx, Bournemouth 01202 559559

www.fwx.co.uk

Insightful UX Ltd, Poole 01202 912760 www.insightfulux.co.uk

Intergage Ltd, Wimborne 01202 684009 www.intergage.co.uk

Mauveworx, Wimborne 01202 865100 www.mauveworx.com

Motley Digital Ltd, Sturminster Newton 01258 807695 www.motley.co.uk

Media & Film

Dorset Biz News Ltd, Poole 07838 858228 www.dorsetbiznews.co.uk

Dorset Film Office, Wimborne 08442 720016 www.dorsetfilmoffice.com

Image Republic Ltd, Wimborne 01202 820555 www.imagerepublic.uk

Plato Video Ltd, Bournemouth 07557 448526 www.platovideo.co.uk

The BV Magazine, Sturminster Newton 01258 472572 www.theblackmorevale.co.uk

Motoring Sales & Servicing

Breeze Motor Group, Poole 01202 713000 www.breeze.co.uk

Chapelgate Motors LTD / TA Porsche Centre Bournemouth, Wimborne 01202 897688, E T S Truck & Van, Poole 01202 669339 www.etstrucks.co.uk

Hendy Group, Eastleigh 023 8024 2616 www.hendy.co.uk/ OKO Global LLP, London 02381 550 058 www.oko.com

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Poole Audi, Poole 01202 775050

www.pooleaudi.co.uk

Star Tech Ltd, Poole 01202 694758 www.star-tech.co.uk

Volvo Cars Poole, Poole 01202 065555 www.volvocarspoole.co.uk

Networking

Poole Property Club, Poole 07807531165

www.poolepropertyclub.co.uk

Notary Services

Paul Wintle Notary Public, Bournemouth 01202 267818 www.notarypublicpoole-pwintle.com

Office Supplies

Ace Office Environments Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 240000 www.aceoffice.co.uk

Packing & Packaging

B-PAK 360 Ltd, Bournemouth 07909840426 www.bapk.com

Patents & Trademarks

Barker Brettell LLP, Southampton 02380 336970 www.barkerbrettell.co.uk

IP Consult, Swanage 01929 421925 www.ipconsult.co.uk

Photographer

Andrew Plant Photography & Video, Wimborne 01202 886375 www.andrewplantphotography.com

Zelda de Hollander, Christchurch 01202432234 www.studioshotz.co.uk

Plumbing & Heating

UFHN LTD, Ferndown 01202894976 www.ufhn.co.uk

Printing Services & Supplies

Harkwell Labels Ltd, Poole 01202 735300, .harkwell-labels.co.uk

The Minster Press, Wimborne 01202 882277 www.printsolutions.co.uk

Xerocad Limited, Ferndown 01202 897297 www.xerocad.co.uk

Property Sales and Rental

ASN Capital, Bournemouth 01202 771441 www.asncapital.com

Corbin & Co Estate & Letting Agent, Bournemouth 01202 519761,

D J Property, Weymouth 01305 778896 www.djproperty.com

Frost & Co Professional Lettings, Poole 01202 737755 www.frostandco-uk.co.uk/

Goadsby & Harding (Survey & Valuation) Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 550000 www.goadsby.com

Goodknight Property Management, Bournemouth 07505709484 www.goodknight.co

Move On Sales and Lettings, Poole 01202 711169 www.moveonrentals.com

Public Relations & Marketing Consultants

Deep South Media Ltd, Poole 01202 534487 www.deepsouthmedia.co.uk

Liz Lean PR, Poole 01202 701828 www.lizleanpr.co.uk

Publications

IMS Group, Bournemouth 01202 611100 www.ims-group.co.uk

Local IQ, Bournemouth 07767 667785, localiq.co.uk

Pulford Publicity Ltd, Ferndown 01202 870270 www.pulfordpublicity.co.uk

Recruitment

Aspire Jobs Ltd, Ringwood 07974429217 www.aspirejobs.co.uk

Impressions Care Agency, Bournemouth 03330062690 www.impressionscare.co.uk

Jobshop UK, Poole, +441202674488 www.jobshopuk.com

Mploy Staffing Solutions Ltd, Poole 01202 668360 www.mploystaff.com

Phoenix Screening Ltd, Wimborne 07775544250, phoenixscreening.com

REED Specialist Recruitment, Bournemouth 01202 585585 www.reed.co.uk/

Rubicon People Partnership, Poole 01202 680311 www.rubiconpeople.co.uk

South West Recruitment Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 292907 www.swr.uk.net

TeamJobs, Poole 01202 445700 www.teamjobs.co.uk

The Work Shop, Ringwood 01425 489393 www.thework-shop.co.uk

Tru Talent, Bournemouth 01202 237129 www.tru-talent.co.uk

Wild Recruitment, Poole 01202 367181 www.wildrecruitment.co.uk

Recycling & Waste

Eco Sustainable Solutions, Christchurch 01202 593601 www.thisiseco.co.uk

New Milton Sand & Ballast Ltd, New Milton 01425610566 www.nmsb.co.uk

W & S Waste Management Ltd, Poole 01202 675564 www.wsrecycling.co.uk

Removals & Storage

Leatherbarrows Removals & Storage Ltd, Christchurch 01202 578581 www.leatherbarrows.co.uk

Maidmans Moving and Storage Limited, Poole 01202 681 397 www.maidmans.com

Store & Secure Self Storage, Poole 01202 620 220 www.storeandsecure.co.uk

Retail

Card Connection, Farnham 01252 892300 www.card-connection.co.uk

Hyperion Hot Tubs, Wimborne 01202985125 www.hyperionhottubs.co.uk

Omnivation Ltd / Party Boutique, Bournemouth 01202941225, omnivation.co.uk/ Poole Bay Holdings Ltd, Poole 01202493696 www.poolebayholdings.co.uk

The Dolphin Shopping Centre, Poole 01202 673906 www.dolphinshoppingcentre.co.uk

Retail & Commercial Interiors

Creative Retail Solutions, Poole 01202 233088 www.creativeretailsolutions.co.uk

Kiwi Design, Verwood 01202 822634 www.kiwidesign.co.uk

Reward Scheme

Cordoba Rewards Ltd, 1st and 2nd Floors, Brownsea House 01202 133581 www.cordobarewards.co.uk

School Meals Provider

Forerunner Personal Catering, Bournemouth 01202 434555 www.hotmealsonwheels.com

Security

Vanguard Security Services Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 523573 www.vanguard-services.co.uk

Serviced Offices

Bayside Business Centre Ltd, Poole 01202 282042 www.baysidebusinesscentre.co.uk

BizSpace Poole & Christchurch, Poole 01202 853100/01202 0 www.bizspace.co.uk/spaces/poole

SmartBase, Christchurch 01202149189 www.smart-base.co.uk

Venaspace, Bournemouth 07507125442 www.venaspace.com

Signage

Bournemouth Sign Co., Christchurch 01202 797239 www.bsign.co.uk

Software/ Cloud Services

Elevated Software Limited, Bournemouth 07803893560 www.elevated-software.co.uk

Instandart Ltd, Wimborne 07467 793596, instandart.com

INVIDAR Ltd, Poole 07453288876, invidar.com/

Servana Managed Services Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 026522 www.servanamanaged.com

Solweb Ltd, Ferndown Industrial Estate 01202 232846 www.solweb.co.uk

Springboard IT, Blackford 01934710666

www.springboardit.co.uk

Spyrosoft Ltd, Christchurch 01202 059455

www.spyro-soft.com

Talk Think Do, Wimborne 01202 375647 www.talkthinkdo.com

Solar/Green Energy

Clive Lee Solar Consulting, Iwerne Minster 07554 998436, DES Renewables, Wimborne 01202 985888, desrenewables.com/ Save Energy UK Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 986262

www.saveenergyuk.co.uk

W H White Limited, Wimborne 01202 612504,

Solicitors

Battens Solicitors Ltd, Dorchester 01305 250560 www.battens.co.uk

Coles Miller Solicitors LLP, Poole 01202 673011 www.coles-miller.co.uk

Dutton Gregory Solicitors LLP, Bournemouth 01202 315005 www.duttongregory.co.uk

Ellis Jones Solicitors LLP, Bournemouth 01202 525333 www.ellisjones.co.uk

Frettens LLP, Christchurch 01202 499255 www.frettens.co.uk

Humphries Kirk, Poole 01305 251007 www.hklaw.uk

Laceys Solicitors LLP, Bournemouth 01202 377800 www.laceyssolicitors.co.uk

Lester Aldridge LLP, Bournemouth 01202 786161 www.lesteraldridge.com

Paris Smith LLP, Southampton 023 8048 2482 www.parissmith.co.uk

Preston Redman LLP, Bournemouth 01202 292424 www.prestonredman.co.uk

Reeves James Limited, Dorchester 01305 238470, reevesjames.com

Steele Raymond LLP, Bournemouth 01202 204598 www.steeleraymond.co.uk

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Stowe Family Law LLP, Leeds 01202 113664

www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/offices/ bournemouth

Trethowans, Poole 01202 338585

www.trethowans.com

Woodstock Legal Services Ltd, Poole 03300885792

www.woodstocklegalservices.co.uk

Sports & Leisure

AFC Bournemouth, Bournemouth 01202 726322

www.afcb.co.uk

Broadstone Golf Club, Broadstone 01202 642521

www.broadstonegolfclub.com/

Dolphin Indoor Bowls Club, Poole 01202 675551

www.dolphinibc.com

Dorsety Football Association, Poole 01202 682375

www.dorsetfa.com

E-motion Fitness Hub, Poole 07900 535256, e-motionfitnesshub.com/

eseafoil Ltd, Bournemouth 07541 073717

www.eseafoil.com

Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park, Poole 01202 622022

www.farmerpalmers.co.uk

Individuality Swimming Ltd, Poole 01202 031701

www.individualityswimmingandfitness. co.uk/

JM Adventure Ltd, Swanage 01929475691

www.jmadventure.com

Jurassic Coast trust, Dorchester 01308 807000 www.jurassiccoast.org/

Muc-Off Ltd, Poole 01202 307790 www.muc-off.com

Openwide International Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 983983 www.rockreef.co.uk

Poole Town Football Club (1991) Limited, Bournemouth 07554816089 www.pooletownfc.co.uk/

Pure Golf Management, Winchester 07970 020303 www.puregolfmanagement.co.uk

Reid Bikes Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 526220 www.reidbikes.com

Sculpture by the Lakes Ltd, Dorchester 07720637808 www.sculpturebythelakes.co.uk

Swanage Railway Co. Ltd., Swanage 01929 425800 www.swanagerailway.co.uk

Stonemasons

Portman Stone Limited, Christchurch 01202 484340

www.portmanstone.com

Telecommunications

4COM Group Ltd, Bournemouth 03304 444444 www.4com.co.uk

Buzz Networks Ltd, Poole 02034 888812 www.buzzconnect.co.uk

Citrus Telecommunications Ltd, Bournemouth 03451 939393 www.boxclever-solutions.co.uk

Telesoft Technologies Ltd, Blandford 01258 480880 www.telesoft-technologies.com

VoIP Unlimited, Poole 01202 612000 www.voip-unlimited.net

Wessex Internet Limited, Blandford 03332 407997 www.wessexinternet.com

Town Planning Consultants

Chapman Lily Planning Ltd, Wareham 01929 553818 www.clplanning.co.uk

Intelligent Land, Ferndown 01202 570471 www.intel-land.com

Ken Parke Planning Consultants, Bournemouth 01202538800 www.kenparkeplanning.com

Training

Aspire Training Team, Bournemouth 01202 551553 www.aspiretrainingteam.co.uk

Aspirin Business Solutions Ltd, Broadstone 01202 985112. www.aspirinbusiness.com

Exalt Training Ltd, Wareham 07889 502247 www.exalt-training.com

JRS Training, Poole 01202 681525, jrstraining.com

Martin John Training, Verwood 07720149753 www.martinjohn-training.com/ Micro Nav Limited, Bournemouth 01202 764444 www.micronav.co.uk

Nimble Elearning Ltd, Gloucestershire 01453823029 www.nimble-elearning.com

Ouch Learning and Development, Wimborne 01202 880999 www.ouchlandd.co.uk

Sandler Training Dorset, Poole 07769134753 www.dorset.sandler.com

Transport & Logistics

Brittany Ferries, Poole 08712 440411 www.brittany-ferries.co.uk

Channel Seaways Ltd, Poole 01481 723400 www.channelseaways.co.uk

Charles Kendall Freight Ltd, Christchurch 01202 593949 www.charleskendall.com/services/freight

John Pipe Limited, Poole 01202 715888 www.johnpipe.co.uk

Morebus/Excelsior Coaches, Poole 01202 338420 www.morebus.co.uk

PHVC Minibus & Fleet Suppliers, Fareham 01489 580333

www.phvc.co.uk

Poole Harbour Commissioners, Poole 01202 440210

www.phc.co.uk

PRC Streamline Group, Bournemouth 01202 373737 www.prcstreamline.co.uk

Travel City Cruises PLC - Poole, Poole 020 77 400 437 www.citycruisespoole.com

Utilities

D&A Procurement Ltd, Poole 07956 311336

www.daprocurement.co.uk

Power Audit.UK, Wimborne 0800 304 7588 www.poweraudit.uk

Vehicle Leasing

ElectriX, Bournemouth 07944134806 www.lvelectrix.co.uk/

Vehicle Rental

Abacus Vehicle Hire - Horton Commercials, Wimborne 01202 877790

www.abacusvanhire.co.uk

Virtual PA

Clare Corbett Virtual Assistant, Wimborne, www.cc-va.co.uk

Will Writing

Dorset Coast Wills, Christchurch 01202 985081 www.dorsetcoastwills.co.uk

Workwear

Tower Supplies, Poole 01202 718000, wearetower.com/

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