Our seminars for March shine the spotlight on Preparing for Retirement – in particular looking at issues for business owners.
Pensions seem to get a universally bad press but they remain an important part of the ‘retirement mix’ and we think they can be a very effective financial planning tool. By the end of this session you will have a better understanding why.
We’ll start by covering the more recent changes to pensions legislation with an emphasis on how these affect people who may want to make larger contributions or use their pension fund to help develop their business. We’ll look at how you can take benefits from your fund and use your pension to support the development of your business.
We’ll look at alternatives to pensions and explore the benefits of a balanced approach that looks to a number of income sources in retirement.
For many businesspeople retirement security relies on the successful sale of their business, yet each year its estimated 100,000 businesses close simply because no-one wants to buy them. We’ll finish the session with a discussion based on an extended study conducted at the UEA on ways to increase the chances that your business will be sold.
We’ll be running two sessions – at 9.00 and 12.30. A light breakfast or lunch will be served.
The seminars are free of charge but places are limited
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Guy Pyle as Managing Director with immediate effect.
Guy’s appointment as part time Managing Director follows Darren Chapman’s move to Chairman at the beginning of June 2024.
Handing over the day to day responsibility to Guy, Darren Chapman said ‘Guy and I have been long connected and I believe that Guy’s appointment will benefit our customers and business through our next stage of growth.
Guy is renowned for leading teams and providing clients with key IT services combined with a passion for a more holistic approach to strategic cyber security.
Join us in welcoming Guy to the team.
CyberScale also welcomes, Stuart Golding.
CyberScale, a specialist Cyber Security Consultancy, based in Norwich are delighted that Stuart Golding has agreed to join the team in a Principal Consultant role.
Stuart has an accomplished career in cyber and information security having supported some of the UK’s most recognisable brands including WH Smith, Sainsbury’s, and Carnival UK as Founder and CEO of UKDataSecure. Stuart will bring a wealth of skills and knowledge to CyberScale.
Darren Chapman, founder and Chairman at CyberScale said ‘I’ve known and worked with Stuart for many years, and I’m delighted that he has agreed to help us progress CyberScale in this critical role. Stuart’s knowledge, skills and experience will be a great asset to CyberScale and of great benefit to our clients, and his approach and values are closely aligned to CyberScale’s and my own. As such, he’s the perfect fit to help take forward our advisory services’.
Business Club Networking Evening Thursday 16th of May 8pm @ Bar 11
Champagne & canapé reception, complete with a guest speaker too. Plus Saville Row suit designers, Grover of London will be on hand ready to create bespoke outfit for you! Don’t forget to bring your business cards because there will be a chance to win; exclusive Bar 11 member’s card, a champagne table for yourself and 5 guests for an evening, plus we will be giving you the chance to include your company logo on all our advertisement for a month. This is a free event and is by invitation only. If you would like to attend please just RSVP to Katie@Bar11.co.uk
Anywhere Working is the Microsoft-led initiative to help you work smarter, healthier and more efficiently. We’ve put together an exciting FREE afternoon of talks, workshops and networking at Business Revolution , the King’s Centre, King’s Street, Norwich, supported by Norfolk County Council.There’ll also be opportunities to get to grips with the latest Anywhere Working technology and win exclusive Microsoft prizes. Please find the running order below and a link to register.
Welook forward to seeing you!
12pm-1pm: Ignite!
We’ll kick off with a fast-paced and insightful series of talks from special guest speakers on subjects including innovation and entrepreneurship, followed by a panel discussion on the future of work in the UK. Ann Steward, Cabinet Member for Economic Development, will open this session. Food and drinks will be provided.
1pm-6pm: Anywhere Working
Why not drop by and plug in your laptop or device of choice for some dedicated flexible working? We’ll cater to your needs with WiFi, tea, coffee and nibbles. Plus: tune in to our thought-provoking workshop sessions for businesses, covering social media, flexible working tools, broadband, and more.
Abate introduces the RatMat, an innovative, humane and cost-effective solution to protect property and assets from rodents.
Using the principles of an electric fence, the RatMat tiles can be used as a long term solution to prevent rats and mice causing expensive damage to property such as motor vehicles. The RatMat is safe, scalable and transportable and doubles as a hardwearing floor surface.
The main safety feature of the RatMat is the low energy pulse it uses. This is dramatically less powerful than a standard electric fence.
At Abate Pest Management, we see this as an ideal solution for two areas, which have proven to be very costly after rodent infestations.
RatMat for Vehicles
Your dream car sits in the garage just waiting for you to get behind the wheel and take it out for a spin. Whether you have put many hours work into your car or you’ve had the opportunity to buy the car of your dreams, all you can think of is the pleasure you’re going to get when you sit behind the steering wheel.
But unfortunately, you have also got to be aware of the pain you might suffer if your car is damaged by rodents. Rodents can chew wires, hoses, plastic panels, and other car parts to make nesting materials, turning your dream car into an expensive nightmare!
RatMat, not just for cars, it’s also a perfect solution to protect farm machinery such as combine harvesters, balers, sprayers and tractor units.
The one-off purchase of a RatMat will protect your vehicle for years to come – preventing damage which can cost many thousands.
RatMat for Warehouses
The entrance to a warehouse can be the perfect front door to nearby rodents. If your logistics operation has roller shutters or high-speed roll-up doors which are left open for any given time, you may be inviting rodents into your warehouse. With RatMat, we can prevent this occurring by installing a system at the warehouse entrance points. This is an ideal solution for BRC audited premises and any logistics operations within the food chain. It will certainly keep warehouse rodent free, even if the doors are open (subjeHomect to other standard proofing measures in place).
Frequently Asked Questions
HOW DOES RATMAT WORK? Using the principles of an electric fence, the RatMat can be used as a long term solution to prevent rats and mice causing expensive damage to property and assets such as motor vehicles.
IS RATMAT SAFE? The main safety feature of the RatMat is the low energy pulse it uses, which is effective in repelling small animals.
WHERE CAN I INSTALL RATMAT? RatMat can be used indoors and outdoors on a hard surface.
IS RATMAT A FRAGILE SURFACE? RatMat doubles as a hard-wearing floor surface. The flooring can be swept, vacuumed and pressure washed (always ensure that RatMat is turned off first!).
DO I NEED TO SCREW RATMAT DOWN? If you are driving vehicles onto the mat regularly, it can be screwed down to prevent slippage/damage.
HOW CLOSE DOES THE RODENT NEED TO BE TO BE REPELLED? The box is able to deliver a shock more than 25m from the source in ideal conditions.
WHAT CAN I USE RATMAT TO PROTECT? RatMat can be used to protect cars, motorcycles, machinery, dust bin lorries, combine harvesters and many other vehicles. It can also be used as a barrier on the entrance of garages or as a barrier product for quarantining parts.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? Just request a free site survey and Abate Pest Management will provide a no obligation quote. Get in touch via sales@abateltd.co.uk or call 0800 980 9767.
Bluebell Nursery Managers Kym Carey (left) and Meganne Smith (right) with Langley School’s outgoing Head of Nursery & Pre-Prep Allison Skipper (centre).
Following the announcement at the start of the year about the expansion of Bluebell Nursery, which is part of Langley School, the ribbon has now been cut and doors are officially open.
During the unveiling ceremony on Friday 5th July, more than 100 people came to see for the first time the new facilities that include a purpose-built nursery space, with a Tots Town themed village with role play and sensory learning a key focus.
Based at Langley Prep School in Taverham, Bluebell Nursery was in June classified as OFSTED outstanding.
Head of Nursery and Pre-Prep, Mrs Allison Skipper commented, “Bluebell Nursery has experienced a staggering amount of success, and we have expanded our provision entirely due to demand for places and the waiting list since we opened the new baby room in 2022.
“The expansion takes us up to four nursery classes now; Seedlings for 6 to 16 month olds, Acorns for 16 to 24 month olds, Oaks for 2 to 3 year olds, and Woodlands for 3 to 4 year olds.
“It’s thrilling to see the new facility go from concept to planning to actuality, and we’re so happy that it will now fulfil its purpose as it becomes full of little people who we know will make the most of such a super setup.
“With OFSTED classifying us outstanding this year too, we couldn’t be prouder of what the staff, families and children have created at Bluebell.”
Bluebell Nursery offers an all year-round nursery provision, with an option for term-time-only for those parents who have children at Langley Pre-Prep or Prep School, and it also accepts government funding from age two.
Wingfield Consultants have been very successul recently in gaining national and local recognition for the work they do.
They have received SEVEN wins, nominations, and shortlist positions in 2024 so far.
These are the CorporateLiveWire Global Awards 2023-24 win for Business Consultancy of the Year – UK win, The National Mentoring Awards – Excellence in Mentoring Award win (for Simon Wingfield), the SME News Business Elite Awards win for Best Business Growth Solutions Consultancy (East of England), the StartUp Awards finalist for Business Consulting & Management StartUp of the Year (East of England), the British Business Awards finalist for Small Business of the Year, the Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards finalist for Scale-Up Entrepreneur of the Year (East of England), and the Business Awards UK shortlist (for Norfolk).
Simon Wingfield, Founder of Wingfield Consultants, said: ‘These award recognitions keep rolling in this year! Our business model of 80% paying clients and 20% pro bono supporting local communities, charities, and businesses is one we have stuck to. Why? Because ‘People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it. And what you do simply proves what you believe’ (Simon Sinek, Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action’). These recognitions show that our model resonates with our clients and the award judges.’
The Mill Networking breakfast takes place on Thursday 4th April- we have a couple of spaces left for this event
We hold The Breakfast Club on the first Thursday of every month from 8.00am-10.00am at The Mill Café Bar & Restaurant, Norwich Road Yaxham. NR19 1RP
Its open to 30 business professionals from all over Norfolk. This months knowledge sharing presentation is by myself – but not on Health and Safety- On Social Media!
So it will be Social Media from a non-experts view point
The breakfast is managed by myself and Anna, who owns the Miil & Stevenson Consulting- we are on-hand to make one-to-one introductions. Only one representative from any business is permitted to attend at any one time, maximising the opportunity for you to meet potential business contacts from a wide range of companies and professions in Norfolk.
There is also no exclusive membership – our event is open to anyone who wishes to increase their exposure and profile to the Norfolk business community. The cost for entry is £15.00 per person per event plus VAT, a percentage of which will be donated to our charity of the year – Keeping Abreast – and includes entry to the event, refreshments and a delegate contact list.
Pleas ebook at info@themillnorfolk.co.uk or 01362 851182 asking for Lucy- but be qucik- just 2 spaces left!
Of value to both professional advisers and private clients, our seminars aim to give you a good introductory understanding of issues underpinning some of our more important financial decisions. The tone is relaxed but professional and discussion among the group is encouraged.
Richard is a skilled communicator whose interest and enthusiasm enlivens apparently mundane subjects, making for engaging, thought provoking and informative sessions.
For more information about the seminar contentand to book a place visit www.chadwicks.co.uk
There will be two sessions, starting at 9.00 and 12.30, on each of the following dates:
We expect each seminar to last around an hour and a half with a further 30 minutes for questions and discussion.
A light lunch or breakfast will be available. The seminar is free of charge but places are limited.
There is ample free parking
While we would, of course, be delighted if you decided you would like to do business with us, the seminars are educational and informative rather than sales orientated.
Too find out more information or to book your place visit www.chadwicks.co.uk
Chadwicks are authorised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority as external CPD course providers Each seminar will qualify for 1.5 hours CPD as part of your accredited training requirement.
We are pleased to announce we will be continuing our sponsorship of the Ipswich Half Marathon for the next two years.
Organised by not-for-profit events company, Run For All, next year’s race will take place on Sunday 17 September, 2023. The Larking Gowen Ipswich Half Marathon is expected to raise thousands of pounds for a number of local and national charities.
Next year’s race will see the town’s 40th staging of the event. Starting out with just over 500 participants at its inaugural race, it’s hoped thousands more will sign up for the event’s 40th milestone year.
Starting outside Portman Road Stadium, the route will take runners down Duke Street, through Ipswich Waterfront and along Cliff Lane. Continuing around River Orwell, runners will then head to Wherstead Road before returning to the grounds of Ipswich Town Football Club for the big finish.
Despite the poor weather conditions, thousands of runners braved the rain to take part in this year’s event. Some came for a personal challenge, a few hoped to win and others simply aimed to get around the course, but all helped make the 2022 Larking Gowen Ipswich Half Marathon a brilliant success.
Larking Gowen Partner, Ian Fitch, said: “The Ipswich Half Marathon is a great event for the local community, adding value to the business community through destination tourism and raising much needed funds for charities in the region. We are really pleased to be supporting it once again.”
Mike Tomlinson, CEO at Run For All, said: “We are delighted to be once again partnering with Larking Gowen for the Ipswich Half Marathon. The event is so well received within the local community of Ipswich, so I have no doubt that this will be another rewarding and enjoyable event for all those involved.”
Entries for the 2023 race are now open. To sign up and check out the route, go to www.runforall.com.
