It’s no secret that hydration is key to productivity in the workplace, and as experts in workplace hydration, we’ve got the guide to harnessing the power of water to improve employee wellbeing and performance.
From top tips for keeping employees hydrated in the office, to the most water-rich foods to snack on, there’s something to learn for everyone.
Did you know cucumber is 96% water? Or what the best hydration alternatives to water are? There’s also a guide to the top 5 tips for keeping employees hydrated at work, and much more.
And don’t forget, if you’re looking for a hydration upgrade for your workforce, we have a solution for every workspace.
SuperFoil’s “Greatest Showman” themed party – organised by Huxley Events
We like to think we’re the best of the best when it comes to planning company parties and making them a success. We are a team of experts when it comes to event planning and know exactly how to take your event to the next level.
We know what it’s like to be “dumped” with organising the company party when you also have your day job!
Planning a company party doesn’t have to be a nightmare, and we are here to take all of the stress away. We can brainstorm ideas with you and create something truly unique for your company. With Huxley events, you can sit back, relax, and let us work our magic.
Our approach is one that is professional but also creative, tailored to your needs with a personal touch. We know exactly what it takes to create a party that everyone will love, with everything from the venue to the entertainment being executed to the highest level! Nobody wants an empty glass or to be standing in awkward silence.
What sets us apart from the rest is our ability to think of every detail. We leave nothing to chance and make sure that every aspect of the party is perfect. We work with the best vendors and service providers around, from flair mixologists to amazing musicians. We even provide exciting activities that will continue to be talked about for years! From Roller Reindeer to intense batak competitions, 360 photo booths to glitter bars.
What do you want to achieve with your party? What’s important to you?
We are experts when it comes to organising corporate events and parties. We take the time to get to know our clients and learn about what they would like to achieve from their party. From there, we can start to work our magic! We use our expertise and creativity to develop a personalised event that meets all of your requirements.
We understand that company parties are a reflection of your brand, so we take the time to ensure that the event is a true representation of who you are. Our company party planners can help guide you through every detail, from event theming and decor to creating a menu that will wow guests! We work hard to ensure that your party is unforgettable.
We take pride in our work and that your time is valuable, so we make sure to stick to timelines and ensure that the party is delivered on schedule.
To ensure that your party is a huge success, we offer a range of different services that cater to your every need. These can include anything from catering and decor to entertainment and activities. Whatever your requirements, we have got you covered!
We provide guidance, expertise, and advice along the way, ensuring that every detail is perfect and that the event runs smoothly.
If you are looking for a company party planner who can deliver an unforgettable event, then get in touch with us!
Regardless of size or industry, chances are the Coronavirus pandemic has changed the way your organisation does business. Whether it is the services and products you provide, how you provide them, or just working out how to keep your staff working- adapting to these unprecedented challenges, and fast, was essential to mere survival.
We invite you to take part in our anonymous survey in which we are trying to understand how many organisations are moving to remote working on a long-term basis and how conscious those organisations are of the additional risks. Is the security of these workers being considered? Is advice being sought? What additional training and technical solutions are in place.
Prior Power Solutions has been selected for participation in the Fit for Offshore Renewables (F4OR) New Anglia Programme 2020, co-funded by the ORE Catapult and the New Anglia LEP.
With over 50 high quality expressions of interest received for the programme, Prior Power Solutions’ application was one of just ten selected. The success of our application was down to the potential value we can add to the renewables sector and the potential ORE Catapult sees for sustainable and successful growth in the offshore renewable energy sector for Prior Power Solutions.
James Rix, Managing Director says, “We are Looking forward to getting involved in this programme.”
“In this our 40th year we have identified that we are too dependent on oil & gas and we are looking to reduce that by adapting our products and services for adjacent markets such as offshore renewables.
“As shown by our recent rebrand, we are committed to undertake significant R&D into cleaner diesel and alternative-powered equipment.
“Being part of the F4OR Programme will allow us to develop and grow our business and expertise and learn from colleagues in other companies in the cohort.”
The F4OR New Anglia programme is the first regional F4OR programme. It builds on the learning from the pilot programme in Scotland and the ongoing support from New Anglia LEP’s Industry Advisory Group. A key feature of this regional programme is the concept of the “cohort”. More specifically, it is envisaged that whilst the individual companies have been selected and they will be working to improve and develop their own corporate profile and competence, they will also embrace a desire to work as a regional cohort. With a strong collective voice representing the supply chain New Anglia LEP is hopeful to gain greater impact through engagement with the offshore wind developers and other stakeholders. The cohort model will also support the development of business to business relationships, networks and strategic partnerships.
As businesses across Norfolk continue to restart, rebuild and recover, NatWest’s Business Growth Enabler Andy Gray will be supporting businesses move forward following lockdown.
In his role, NatWest will work with local partners including Norfolk Chambers of Commerce to champion the potential of businesses and support business owners as they develop and grow. This may be through one to one mentoring support or by helping entrepreneurs connect with a business network.
Andy will be running regular events on topics such as Trading Online, cyber security and applying for funding and will also support new and developing businesses achieve their potential through NatWest’s Business Builder. The digital tool is on hand to provide help with all aspects of getting new businesses off the ground, with a wide range of online learning and workshops.
The NatWest Group have set out the bold new ambition to be a leading bank in the UK & Republic of Ireland helping to address the climate challenge; by making our own operations net carbon zero in 2020 and climate positive by 2025, and by driving material reductions in the climate impact of our financing activity.
As we move from 2020 into 2021, Andy will also provide specialist support to female entrepreneurs as part of NatWest’s commitment to supporting women in business. An ambassador for women in business, he holds an accreditation in NatWest’s Everywoman program which supports female business owners to turn their dreams and ambitions into a reality.
Andy said: “The last six months have been an incredibly challenging time for all of us in a variety of ways but, as we look the future, it’s absolutely vital the local eco-system continues to support businesses across Norfolk as they move forward. We know there are new enterprises that have developed over this period as well as those that have had to adapt and change, and I look forward to working with our partners support further growth in Norfolk.
Andy has over 12 years’ experience in Banking and Finance and has spent the last four years specialising in business development and entrepreneurship
The Enterprise Centre, a leading business hub at the University of East Anglia, has been recognised for its continued contribution to the design of top quality environmentally sustainable work space and office provision by securing the ‘Test of Time’ award from the highly regarded British Council for Offices. Amongst very stiff competition, The Enterprise Centre was presented the award at a glittering ceremony on the evening of 4th October at the Grosvenor House Hotel, in London.
Established in 1990, The British Council for Offices researches, develops and communicates best practice in all aspects of the office sector. Their annual awards ceremony is widely considered to be one of the most prestigious events in the corporate real estate calendar. On making the award to The Enterprise Centre, the British Council for Offices judges said ‘The Enterprise Centre is a celebration of sustainability, nature, innovation and collaboration. This landmark project has changed the way the industry thinks about sustainable construction. It is a building that Norfolk and the UK can be truly proud of.’
The ‘Test of Time’ award is the 5th for The Enterprise Centre from the British Council for Offices, with 2 regional and 2 national awards bestowed in 2016, soon after the building opened. Those awards included the highly sought-after, ‘Best of the Best’, attesting that offices and dedicated desks at The Enterprise Centre were arguably the best place to locate your business in the UK in that year!
Angela Macdonald, Commercial Officer for The Enterprise Centre said; ‘We’re absolutely thrilled to be awarded the ‘Test of Time’ accolade by The British Council for Offices. Seven years on from our opening, it’s heart-warming to know our offer is every bit as impressive now as it was when we launched. Of all of the awards the building has received it’s The British Council for Offices that the team is the most proud of. We take great pride in the quality and high standards that we offer to the local business community, students and academics and we are delighted to have these recognised at a national level.’
The Enterprise Centre, one of the most sustainable buildings in the UK, offers top quality and inspirational work space to local businesses alongside UEA Student Enterprise and Innovation Teams. Alongside the community of over 170 companies, meeting and event space is available for public hire. Much applauded since it opened in 2015, this latest success brings the number of awards won by the innovative building up to an impressive 32.
To celebrate EasyPC’s new strategic partnership with interactive & collaborative technology vendor Avocor we are giving a business in East Anglia the chance to win an AVE-8610 interactive touchscreen, including free local delivery & installation – terms & conditions apply.
EasyPC, now have a comprehensive range of Avocor products, including 105” L Series on demo at our Norwich Office.
Here’s your chance to elevate your workspace with the latest interactive display technology! Simply enter our competition to win an Avocor 86″ AVE-8610 Touchscreen, boasting a 4K display, inbuilt speakers, and multi-point touch.
On Thursday 20th April, over 65 members joined us for a Business Breakfast at the Great Yarmouth racecourse. The Victory and Trafalgar suites provided a spacious setting where delegates could network over coffee upon arrival and speak to Great Yarmouth Borough Council who had a stand promoting Beacon Park.
Philippa Bindley events manager at Norfolk Chamber kicked off proceedings by welcoming guests. Guests then went straight into some Speed Networking which is designed to get guests talking to as many other people as possible.
When guests had finished their networking they tucked into a delicious breakfast served by the racecourse. Members then heard from John Vingoe operations manager for Seajacks spoke about the plans for East Anglia One the new wind farm in the East.
After John’s presentation about their vessels and how they are used members had the chance to ask some questions back such as do they work with oil and gas companies. Members found it interesting to know that they will be placing foundations for 66 new wind turbines in the local area.
Caroline Williams MBE finished off the morning by saying a thank you and farewell for her 17 years working for the chamber.
Morgan Sindall Construction’s Eastern Counties business has been appointed by the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NNUH) to deliver a new £25 million state-of-the-art diagnostic centre near to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital.
Procured through the NHS Shared Business Services (SBS) framework, the new NNUH Diagnostic Centre will include five MRI machines, four CT scanners, two Ultrasound rooms and two X-Ray machines, bringing essential health services closer to the local community.
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is a large NHS academic teaching hospital in the Norwich Research Park on the western outskirts of Norwich. The Norwich Research Park brings together four independently renowned research institutes; John Innes Centre, Quadram Institute, Earlham Institute and The Sainsbury Laboratory with the University of East Anglia (UEA) and Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NNUH).
The new 40,000 sq. ft structure will be situated next to the Quadram Institute on the Norwich Research Park, connecting the pre-existing infrastructure at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital to the new services. A steel frame will be installed with brick façade in keeping with the rest of the University Hospital estate.
As part of Morgan Sindall’s Intelligent Solutions approach to supporting its customers to decarbonise, the Eastern Counties business will implement carbon reduction measures throughout the design and construction process. The team will utilise Morgan Sindall’s carbon reduction tool CarboniCa, which will ensure that potential carbon outputs are managed and reduced across the entire building lifecycle.
The new diagnostic centre will benefit from an air source heat pump system and is aiming for a BREEAM Excellent rating.
The Eastern Counties business has a strong track record in delivering high-end healthcare facilities across the region, having recently celebrated a topping out ceremony at the charity-funded Priscilla Bacon Lodge Hospice and completing a number of vital upgrades at James Paget University Hospital during the last decade with live further works being delivered.
Alister Broadberry, area director for Morgan Sindall Construction in the Eastern Counties, said:“Bringing essential, specialist services closer to local communities is paramount in serving the area in which we operate, as new facilities such as Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital’s diagnostic centre will play a key role in supporting patients and healthcare staff in the rapid diagnosis of disease, relieving pressure on waiting times and hospital workloads.
“Our open and collaborative approach means that we have been able to deliver sustainable healthcare facilities locally, regionally and nationally that are adapting to the changing needs of the community. The diagnostic centre is set to become a prime example of great design and the team’s forward-thinking approach, further enhancing Morgan Sindall’s reputation in the region.”
Simon Hackwell, Director of Strategy & Major Projects at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NNUH) said: “Demand for almost all aspects of diagnostics has been rising year on year. Imaging is such an important part of so many of our clinical pathways, including cancer and other urgent referrals. The centre at Norfolk and Norwich Hospital will be in a new building on the Norwich Research Park. This means it will be separate from the hospital’s emergency and inpatient demand and allows us to maximise throughput with planned appointments. Taken together the programme across Norfolk is the largest investment in health facilities since the Norfolk and Norwich hospital was built over 20 years ago. After so long in the planning we are really looking forward to working in partnership with Morgan Sindall to get on and deliver this for our patients,”
SNS2023 | East of England Energy Group Conference & Exhibition with Huxley Events
Exhibitions serve as an excellent platform for businesses to showcase their products and services, connect with potential customers, and bring together experts in a similar field. However, organising an exhibition is a complex and challenging task that requires a team of experts to ensure its success. Exhibition organisers play a significant role in making sure that an exhibition runs smoothly and achieves its objectives. In this blog post, we discuss why you should come to experts to organise your next exhibition.
Expertise and Experiencefrom Exhibition Organisers
A successful exhibition requires months of preparation and hard work. Exhibition organisers have the knowledge, expertise, and experience required to manage every aspect of an exhibition, from pre-event planning, to budgeting to post-event evaluation. They also have the skills to handle different challenges that may arise during the event, such as technical issues, last minute changes, and
Exhibition organisers also have the experience and industry knowledge that is invaluable in ensuring that an exhibition is successful. They know the trends and best practices in the industry, and this knowledge enables them to apply the most effective strategies to make your exhibition a success.
We always talk about “the power of one”. You should never leave planning down to just one person.. you never know what might happen. We had a client whose organiser left one month before the event with no hand over instructions! We always recommend having at least 2 people working on it.
Organising an exhibition requires significant time and resources. From venue selection to organising logistics, coordinating speakers and marketing the event, there are many things to be done. As a business owner, you may not have the time or resources required to do all of this yourself. However, professional organisers are experts in managing time and resources efficiently. They have the capacity to focus on multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritise them based on their importance. This ensures that no aspect of the event is neglected, and the event runs smoothly. When you enlist the professionals to help you, they shoulder the responsibility of managing all aspects of the exhibition, allowing you to focus on running your business without the added stress of event management.
Attention to Detail
Organising an exhibition requires impeccable attention to detail. Every aspect of the event is essential, and a minor oversight can have a significant impact on its overall success of the exhibition. Professional exhibition organisers have great attention to detail and focus on every aspect of the event, no matter how small…from the signage, to the seating arrangements, they pay attention to each and every detail. They are meticulous in their work and strive to ensure that everything is in place and running smoothly, so that your event is memorable and enjoyable for your attendees.
Exhibition organisers also have a deep understanding of the customer journey and understand what drives customer engagement. Having them as part of your team can be invaluable to your enjoyment of the event, and the overall success of the event.
Here at Huxley we have a passion for exhibitions, and a solid track record in planning, budgeting, and executing exceptional events! Many say the best exhibiton organisers in East Anglia!
Jonathan Reynolds, along with his wife Lauren established Serene Safety 2-years ago. In those two years the company has seen growth across its consultancy and training arms. ‘I’d always aimed to start my own consultancy one day’ says Jonathan, who has been providing training and advice on health, safety and risk for over 15-years.
‘I started small, with only a few hundred pounds, a credit card and the network I had grown over the last 15-years in the industry. When I called round my contacts to tell them that I had started my own business everyone was very supportive, and my first few projects were borne out of the relationships I had made with those people. Jonathan continued ‘The name of the business didn’t come about by accident either. I had seen, over the years, that it had been over complicated in areas and viewed as a ‘minefield’ in others therefore I always strived to keep things as proportionate as they could be. That’s why the company has three core values of being simple to do business with, treating our customers business like we would or own and never letting a challenge get the better of us. Keeping people safe and healthy at work isn’t rocket science at the end of the day.
As part of the growth plans for the company Jonathan wanted to include accredited training to what they do, as well as the bespoke aspects a lot of companies want. ‘I opted for the IIRSM Managing Risks: The Essentials and, flagship, IOSH Managing Safely to compliment what we do already. The two bodies that accredit these courses are global institutions so it made absolute sense to offer these.’ We have been running these for the last 12-months with success.
Serene Safety is the only company in East Anglia that offers both IOSH and IIRSM accredited training courses. These really complement each other with Managing Safely focussing on safety and health aspects and the MRE course taking a broader business view on risk – it really balances what we have to offer a range of businesses.
Serene Safety have expanded further by adding the IOSH Working safely passport to the repertoire. ‘This broadens our reach to all members of an organisation so risk can be talked about from grass roots, all the way up to management. Pair that with the work we do with leadership teams and boards on strategy and direction, and we can support all layers of an organisation.
“It was a great honour to receive the Kings Award for Enterprise recognising our success in International Trade. We have exported our sonar products to over 70 countries and this would not be possible without all of the team at GeoAcoustics who design, build and ship our systems.” – Richard Dowdeswell, Chief Commercial Officer
The King’s Awards for Enterprise is the most prestigious award for UK businesses and can bring substantial benefits to winners, including increased staff morale, boosts to turnover and international trade, promotes greater recognition and excellent marketing opportunities.
