In this weeks podcast, James and Mark reflect on the choice many business owners and employees are now facing as to whether to return to the office and the knock on impact this will have on the surrounding economies. Building on comments from Dame Carolyn Fairbairn of the CBI, and referencing Richard Jackson MBE of The Winning Edge, the Rolling Stones and The Wurzels, they come up with 3 top tips on how to make the right choice for you and your business. The mentioned article from Dame Carolyn Fairbairn can be found here. You can now subscribe to Impromptu Business Chat on Apple Podcasts here, or listen to this weeks episode here.
Join us for a morning of networking, pastries and valuable insights into Xero.
Our in-person breakfast seminar is free to attend and a great opportunity to meet the M+A Partners’ team and make new connections. Tailored for businesses already using Xero, we will be sharing expert guidance on how you can maximise its benefits.
As Xero Platinum Partners, we have access to specialist knowledge which can be used to identify areas where you and your team can make improvements, saving time and enabling you to produce more effective information.
What to expect:
Fundamentals of the software
Creating tailored and effective reports
Hints and tips to maximise efficiency
Recently added and advanced features
Integrations with apps to meet yous business needs
Timings:
Join us between 10:30am – 11:30am for our Xero presentation, or come along from 9:30am for an opportunity to chat to our tax and accounting experts.
9:30am: Teas, coffees and pastries and optional networking
10:30am – 11:30am: Xero – Tips, Tricks & Innovative Features
11.30am – 12:30pm: Teas, coffees and cake, networking and questions with our team of experts.
Our Experts:
Catherine Crisp – Accounts and Tax Senior Manager
Jemma Jackson – Accounts and Tax Manager
Jennie Batchelor – Accounts and Tax Manager
Gary Brown – Business Services Manager
Alice Williams – Accounts Assistant Manager
Where
The Glass House (next to Lime Kiln Kitchen) Thetford Garden Centre Kilverstone Thetford IP24 2RL
Jazz in June is back by popular demand. Join Francesca & Clifford for an intimate evening of Jazz in our pretty courtyard. Unwind with colleagues and friends and enjoy good food, summer drinks and good company.
Booking is essential cover charge £12 per person, add a sharing board for just an additional £12 per person.
Friday 6th June 6.30pm -8.30pm. To book one of our Jazz in June evenings, call 01603 272008 or email events@maidsheadhotel.co.uk
This Managing safely course is designed for managers and supervisors, of any organisation or sector. It’s designed to get managers up to speed on the practical actions they need to take to handle health and safety in their teams and organisations.
The course can be delivered over four days and includes the following…
Introduction to managing safely, assessing risks, controlling risks, understanding your responsibilities, Identifying hazards (including -entrances and exits, work traffic, fire, chemicals, electricity, physical and verbal abuse, bullying, stress, noise, housekeeping and the working environment, slips, trips and falls, working at height, computers and manual handling), investigating accidents and incidents, measuring performance protecting our environment.
This course is being delivered at South Green Park, Mattishall and costs £645 + VAT/per person.
For more information or to book a place, please contact us on 01362 850983 or visit our website atwww.poultec.co.uk
Norfolk and Waveney cancer charity, Big C, has launched a charity lottery to attract financial support following the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
Carole Slaughter, Head of Fundraising at Big C, said, “Our sources of income have been hard hit by the consequences of the coronavirus outbreak and so, as ever, we are looking for new ways to raise money and continue to provide as much help as possible for those in our community affected by cancer. We have been considering a Big C lottery for some time and we are delighted to now be able to announce its launch.”
Big C’s lottery is managed by Unity Lottery (Sterling Management Centre Ltd), a UK company with more than 20 years’ experience of running lotteries for charities.
For those over 18 who decide to play, there is the chance to support Big C and win up to £25,000 each week, plus other cash prizes. Players can take part for a minimum of £1 per week. For every £1 play each week, a unique 6-digit lottery number will be received. Each £1 entry has a 1 in 63 chance of winning one of four prizes.
This CIEH Level 3 Award in Health & Safety in the workplace qualification is delivered over three days and will provide knowledge to enable managers and supervisors to improve the health and safety culture of their organisation, whatever its size or activity.
Topics covered in the course include: Concept of health and safety, accidents in the workplace, ill health in the workplace, legal provisions (UK only), health and safety organisation and management, supervising health and safety.
This course is certified by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH).
This course is delivered at South Green Park, Mattishall and costs £295 + VAT/person.
Our Emergency First Aid at Work course will provide delegates withessential basic life-saving first aid skills and complience to the Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations.
Delegates are awarded a certificate on completion, which will remain valid for three years.
This course is being delivered at our training centre at South Green Park, Mattishall.
£80.00 plus VAT per person
For more details or to book your place call 01362 850983 or visitwww.poultec.co.uk.
Peerless Plastics & Coatings, an industry-leading manufacturer and applier of innovative hard-coatings for plastic, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the title of “Best Bespoke Protective Hard Coating Solutions Company 2024 – UK.” This prestigious accolade recognizes the company’s commitment to excellence, sustainability, and innovation in the protective coatings industry.
The award, presented by Acquisition International Magazine, highlights Peerless Plastics & Coatings’ dedication to delivering high-quality, custom-tailored solutions that extend the usable life of plastic products. The company’s flagship product, PolyGuard™, has been instrumental in achieving this recognition. PolyGuard™ is renowned for its superior protection, incorporating cutting-edge UV technology and sustainable practices to meet the evolving needs of various industries.
Key Factors for Recognition:
Innovative Technology: Peerless Plastics & Coatings’ proprietary coating technology offers unmatched protection for plastic surfaces, ensuring durability and longevity.
Sustainability Commitment: The company’s use of UV curing technology and solar panels for energy demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental responsibility.
Customer-Centric Solutions: By providing bespoke solutions tailored to specific industry needs, Peerless Plastics & Coatings ensures that customers receive products that are fit-for-purpose and beneficial to their projects.
Industry Leadership: Peerless Plastics & Coatings’ continuous efforts to expand global distribution and establish PolyGuard™ as a leading sustainable plastic solution have solidified its position as a market leader.
“We are incredibly honoured to receive this award,” said Mr Peter Llewellyn-Stamp, MD of Peerless Plastics & Coatings. “This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team. It underscores our commitment to providing innovative, sustainable, and high-quality solutions to our customers. We will continue to strive for excellence and push the boundaries of what is possible in the protective coatings industry.”
Peerless Plastics & Coatings’ success is built on a foundation of strong industry relationships and a deep understanding of customer needs. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including construction, manufacturing, electronics, healthcare, automotive, rail, aerospace, retail, offshore gas & oil, and agriculture. By partnering with key distributors and maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction, Peerless Plastics & Coatings aims to further its mission of extending the usable life of plastic products.
About Peerless Plastics & Coatings:
Peerless Plastics & Coatings is a UK-based leader in the manufacturing and application of protective coated for plastic substrates. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, the company provides bespoke protective coating solutions that enhance the durability and performance of plastic surfaces. Peerless Plastics & Coatings is committed to delivering high-quality, environmentally friendly solutions to a global market.
LinkedIn reminded me last week that it’s been 11 years since I sat at the kitchen table with my £5k credit card and an idea to disrupt the local recruitment marketplace with Spider, the region-dedicated multi-job board advertiser offering SMEs a fixed fee way of advertising and recruiting online…Fast forward 11 years, and we have now helped thousands of companies recruit thousands of great candidates and, on average, run 60 recruitment campaigns for companies of all shapes and sizes across various industries every month…I couldn’t be any prouder! Fixed fee recruitment advertising is here to stay!
It’s not been an easy ride, though, as most business owners will understand. Most companies celebrate 10 years of business but last year I was feeling disheartened, deflated and kind of fed up that we hadn’t achieved the goals that I’d always dreamt of and I wasn’t running the kind of business that I longed for. Since then we’ve made changes, addressed issues, and subtly “tweaked” various areas in the business. We are now seeing growth again, the team is happy and we continue to build a loyal client base of companies who love what we do. I now feel comfortable in celebrating our 11th birthday…
This milestone is not just a celebration of our company’s journey but also an opportunity to give back to the community that has supported us along the way. We know that not every business has grown, survived or thrived and we feel lucky that we can say that we have. To celebrate our 11 years, we are excited to announce that we will be supporting 11 charities across the region by helping them recruit great people, free of charge over the next 11 months. More details will follow, so stay tuned to our socials over the coming days to find out more!
I remember the beginning like it was yesterday….the highs and lows that have shaped us. Each year has made us stronger and more resilient, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and genuinely placing our clients at the heart of everything we do. We’ve won many awards and accolades a many…including Small Business of the Year at the East Anglian Business Awards and IOD SME Director of the Year, and we have previously been selected for the Future 50. Whilst this is fantastic, our success is deeply rooted in the partnerships we’ve built over the years, and in the past three years alone, we’ve had the privilege of working with 467 companies, each contributing uniquely to our growth and, in turn, us helping them achieve their people goals.
Our journey hasn’t been without its challenges. From navigating Brexit’s uncertainties to weathering the COVID-19 pandemic’s unprecedented storm, we’ve faced numerous obstacles. Yet, we’ve remained staunch, adapting with agility and resilience. Always pivoting and looking for the opportunity to be better and be more to our client base. In 2020, we made a strategic leap forward with the acquisition of Polkadotfrog’s assets, a traditional recruitment agency, solidifying our position as a leader in the local recruitment industry and allowing us to broaden our services and better meet the evolving needs of our clients and candidates.
Throughout the rollercoaster ride of running a business, one thing has remained constant: our unwavering commitment to innovation. We’ve continually invested in cutting-edge recruitment technology and embraced new ways of working to stay ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving recruitment marketplace. And without our team at Spider HQ we are absolutely nothing. A very wise man once said look after your team, and they, in turn, will look after your customers. To say I’m an avocat of this is an understatement.
As we celebrate 11 years of Spider, we extend a genuine thank you to our clients, candidates, partners and Spider fans who have been instrumental in our success. Your trust and support have been the driving force behind our journey, and we look forward to many more years of being part of the business community here in the East of England.
Here’s to the next chapter of our Spider adventure…bring on another 11 years.
This CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Safety course is ideal for those working in a catering, manufacturing or retail setting where food is prepared, cooked and handled.
This one-day course covers legislation, food safety hazards, temperature control, refrigeration, chilling and cold holding, cooking, hot holding and reheating, food handling, principles of safe food storage, cleaning food premises and equipment.
On successful completion of this course and on passing the 30 question multiple choice assessment, the delegate will receive a Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) accredited food safety certificate. By gaining this Food Safety Certificate it will show that the delegate has adequately studied and understand principles of food hygiene and safety.
This course will be running at South Green Park, Mattishall. This course is priced at £55 +VAT per person.
For more information or to book a place, please contact us on 01362 850983 or visit our website atwww.poultec.co.uk.
Future Skills NOW, a partnership between Norfolk County Council and North Norfolk District Council, is here to help small and medium-sized businesses in North Norfolk upskill their workforce and overcome skills barriers.
Our level 3Award in HACCP course is aimedat managers and supervisors of catering and food manufacturing settings.
Topics covered in the course include understanding the importance of HACCP based food safety management procedures, appreciating the need for food businesses to take a proactive approach to analysing potential food hazards, how to identify the preliminary processes for HACCP-based procedures, developing a HACCP-based procedure, understanding how critical control points can be monitored and the actions that must be carried out, understanding the need for accurate documentation and record keeping, how to acquire the practical skills to implement a HACCP plan in a food manufacturing setting and understand national and European regulations.
To successfully complete this course the delegate will be required to complete an assignment.
This 2-day course is delivered at South Green Park, Mattishall and costs £295 +VAT/person.
For more information or to book a place on this course contact us on 01362 850983 or visit our website atwww.poultec.co.uk