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Running a successful business today is challenging to say the least. To operate efficiently and profitably, managers need to be skilled in the recruitment, induction, leadership and development of their teams. Sometimes you need some assistance, whether that’s for now, for later or the long term. At MAD-HR we understand that such assistance needs to empower managers to lead confidently and nurture their ability, whilst being supported by simple, effective management tools.

MAD-HR stands for ‘Make a Difference’ HR. Our philosophy is focused on providing premier, outsourced, flexible HR and L&D expertise to businesses regardless of their size.  We can help your businesses thrive, succeed and flourish, keeping you fully in step with UK employment law. Plus, we’re really nice to work with.

Give us a call on 01603 791256 and we’ll talk you through the options to make sure you get exactly what you need.

You can view our website here – https://www.mad-hr.co.uk/

MADE BY WOODSMOKE is a full-service art studio partnering with meaningful brands to deliver comprehensive creative solutions. Set up by James Bussey in 2017, the business specialises in video production, photography, graphic design, web development, and CGI services.

My unique approach begins at the conceptual stage, where I engage early to generate ideas, craft effective briefs, and recommend appropriate budgets tailored to your business stage.

I offer end-to-end production services across branding, film, design, websites, and 3D visualisation, ensuring consistency across all platforms.

Through thoughtful questions and creative thinking, I gain a deep understanding of your needs and audience. I provide—and most importantly connect—all the creative services your business needs. And rather than focusing on producing a single asset, like a video (which is what clients often initially request), I think holistically about all of your marketing channels and how all assets can be leveraged to support your business as a whole.

Every MADE BY WOODSMOKE project shares one fundamental goal—to evoke emotion in the audience. Contact me today to discuss how I can bring your business to life with both artistic vision and strategic thinking.

The award winning Maids Head Hotel is known to be the oldest hotel in the UK, dating back over 800 years. Perfectly located in the centre of Norwich with its own large car park, this independent, AA 4 Star Silver Hotel, boasts charm and an abundance of character. Walk through its doors and embrace the welcoming splendour of a traditional and historical hotel which today boasts contemporary elegance.

In February, 2022, the Maids Head proudly won Large Independent Hotel in the East of England Tourism Awards and Highly Commended in the Taste of East of England Award. The 2 AA Rosette, WinePress Restaurant, Food and Beverage team, are committed to sourcing locally grown produce and to using local suppliers for both food and drink. Menus reflect the seasons and will delight your taste buds with mouth-watering dishes.

The Maids Head Hotel offers a unique setting for the perfect wedding. With beautiful reception rooms, mouth watering catering, caring, attentive and professional wedding planners. We provide the key ingredients to make your perfect day, the most memorable and special occasion. Our qualified wedding planner will help plan and arrange every aspect of your wedding day.

The hotel boasts 84 contemporary bedrooms, including 4 feature rooms, 8 Junior Suites and 4 Suites, all with their own unique features. Local Corporate Rates are available, so get in touch with Jo Hoy [email protected] to discuss further.

Our location – right in the heart of Norwich – makes The Maids Head Hotel the ideal venue to host your event. Our 8 versatile event rooms offer great flexibility enabling the hotel to cater for everything from intimate private dinners in our Snug, through to corporate events and black tie balls.

Chris has fifteen years of public relations, communications and political experience.

Whether managing communications and consultation programmes for high profile projects or designing strategies for effective internal communications, reputation management or media engagement, he has been at the frontline of public relations in both consultancy and in house roles.

As a dyslexia specialist, I help parents concerned about their child’s learning difficulties throughout Norfolk and Suffolk.  

I have a specialist understanding of Dyslexia from personal and professional experience. I also know how complex the education system can be for parents and how frustrating it can be to get the right help for your child. I help parents and their child get the support they need.

Parents come to me wanting quality support for their child to enable them to be confident and happy at school. Through a Dyslexia Assessment and my detailed report, parents are armed with the evidence they need to be real advocates for their child’s learning. 

For children who struggle to learn Dyslexia is a learning difference affecting a child’s reading, writing, and spelling ability. While it does not reflect a child’s intelligence, dyslexia can present challenges in academic and social settings. However, when identified and given proper support and understanding, children with dyslexia can thrive and succeed.

Dyslexia assessments that last a lifetime

The outcomes of a Dyslexia Assessment will help parents and teachers to understand the child’s learning needs. It provides them with expert knowledge and recommendations on supporting the child and gives them the best chance to succeed in their chosen studies and subsequent careers. 

The earlier the assessment is carried out, the better. The clearly outlined in-depth report lasts a lifetime, and with it, educational support will be provided quicker and more effectively.

A dyslexia assessment can have numerous long-term benefits for parents and their children. By identifying dyslexia early, parents can access additional support for their child, help them develop a positive attitude towards learning, and advocate for their child within the school system. Additionally, children with dyslexia can develop strategies to help them learn more effectively throughout their lives, positively impacting their academic performance and future career prospects

Mandalay Wellbeing CIC provides practical support to people in our community going through challenging times. We help support the furthest from employment, including homeless, with the aim of inspiring and supporting them into employment and self sufficiency. We are a micro Community Interest Company which offers a range of projects including Take A Chance On Me (employment) The Christmas Stocking Campaign (community support) Safe Harbour (homeless support) and WOLHSS (employment.

I am Alasdair Wilcock, an experienced professional who has worked in a number of organisations over 25 years. My experience includes utilities, manufacturing organisations and charities.

I have particular expertise in the following areas: Change Management Project Management Operations Management Training and Facilitation

My considerable experience is supported by appropriate qualifications and professional memberships, including: MBA from Cranfield University Chartered Engineer Fellow of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers Diploma in Marketing Member of the Institute of Operations Management Member of the Chartered Management Institute

In a recent role I led a £100m turnover division with about 200 employees. This day-to-day operational management including customer involvement had significant change management was layered on top due to a company-wide transfromation programme. Previously, as business lead for an urgent business change, I delivered a significant change project to meet new regulatory requirements. Other experience includes managing a £30m turnover factory and project management of capital spend projects worth about £5m each.

I would like to discuss with you how I can add value to your organisation.

At Mapus-Smith & Lemmon we are more than just your standard “compliance” accountants. Our proactive approach helps you to stay on top of your numbers and get ahead of your deadlines, giving you all the information, advice & reports you need to keep developing your business.

We understand that your business is unique. That’s why you get a dedicated accountant who will get to know you and your business personally, so they can create an accounting solution that will work best for you.

Whether you’re a well-established business or a start-up, having a great accountant is essential if you want to succeed in developing your business. Your dedicated accountant will work proactively with you to identify opportunities, to ensure all compliance deadlines are met and be available to answer your questions and offer you advice when you need it.we understand that your business is unique. That’s why you get a dedicated accountant who will get to know you and your business personally, so they can create an accounting solution that will work best for you.

A professional chartered quantity surveyor, employer’s agent and project manager with experience on building projects ranging in value from £50,000 to £180 million. Providing surveying and commercial management services to Clients, consultancies and building contractors working in both the public and private sectors on residential,. commercial, retail, education and other projects, new build and refurbishment.