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Hansells “Texas Scramble” Charity Golf Day in support of Priscilla Bacon Hospice and Amber’s Army | Thursday 13th July

Exclusively for company directors, business owners and entrepreneurs who want to reflect and plan with purpose.

Innovation is a cornerstone in building lasting business value.  In The Sounding Board‘s second session of 2026 we’ll explore how curiosity unlocks opportunities which will strengthen your company’s future. After a scene-setting presentation on the role of innovation, we’ll move into small-group workshops where you can share experiences with peers and uncover practical ways to apply innovation within your business.

What we’ll cover

• Cultivating a culture of curiosity – how it drives innovation and practical ways to encourage experimentation
• Embedding innovation – creating space for new ideas and integrating them into organisational strategy
• Sustaining innovation – how repurposing existing ideas can become a key source of long-term competitive advantage.

Led by Chadwicks

• Richard Ross – With over 30 years’ advisory experience, helping business owners navigate succession, exit planning, and long‑term value creation.
• James Bacon – A Chartered Financial Planner, helping clients align their money with their values to build and protect long‑term wealth.

Guest Speakers

• Mark Garner – A business leader with expertise in strategy, M&A, investment, and growth. As CEO at SWG Capital, he helps organisations align leadership and capital structures to achieve sustainable success, supported by a trusted network of partners.
• Chris Sargisson – An innovation strategist and transformation leader, currently driving Hethel Innovation’s five‑year growth strategy. He has advised organisations nationwide on how to innovate, pivot, and scale, while serving on advisory boards across business, education, and the arts.

What’s in it for you?

The real value lies in small, closed‑group discussions where you can test ideas and gain perspective in a trusted environment alongside other leaders. Each session blends professional insight with peer‑to‑peer exchange. From refining your focus to designing your exit, you’ll learn what successful owners do to create lasting value and enjoy the rewards of their work.

As a learning organisation, we’re passionate about sharing knowledge. We create an environment that feels energising, not overwhelming, nurturing curiosity and connection among like‑minded people.

What is The Sounding Board?

Five years ago, we created The Sounding Board to connect experienced business leaders with growing companies.  Building on feedback, we’ve refreshed the concept, blending the best elements into a long‑running masterclass series.

We have limited tables for our Purple Dinner and Dance taking place on Saturday 23rd March, at Brasted’s. Menu Rillettes of Salmon infused with Sweet Chilli & Coriander ** Cannon of English Lamb with Dauphin Gratin Potatoes, Freshly Wilted Spinach and a Rosemary & Redcurrant infused Jus ** Individual Fresh Berry Pavlova with Crème Chantilly & Strawberry Jelly ** Coffee , Tea & Chocolate Mints Tables of ten for £525, or individual price tickets £55 per head. Money raised through the sale of tickets and auction on the night, will support bereaved children here in Norfolk. To book, please contact [email protected] or call 01603 431 788.

Genix’s Coffee Means Business atScarborough Hill Country Inn

*No need to book, pay £2 on arrival*

‘Coffee Means Business – relaxed, informal business networking for all local businesses. No membership, no pressure, just great networking over coffee.

Programme: · 9:30 am – help yourself to coffees and teas, meet with other businesses · 10.00 am – a welcome from Genix · 10.05am – time for more conversation · 10.30 am – short presentations from local businesses · 10.40am – who will you meet? · 11:30 am – time to go…

Bring plenty of business cards!

“The most cost-effective networking I have ever done”.

The Norwich Marketing Meetup is an informal, friendly place for the marketers of Norwich to meet, learn, and share knowledge with one another. Come in ‘listen’ not ‘sell’ mode.

———— Speakers: Lenka Koppova, Social Media Consultant – Organic LinkedIn Lead Generation LinkedIn is such a popular platform, but at the same time still so misunderstood and underutilised. In this talk, Lenka will address LinkedIn Lead Generation, the organic way, with some simple step-by-step info and what results you can expect from it. — Gary Gumbleton, Capital Content – Video Content 101 Businesses know they need to make content but they tend not to know what to make and how to make it. Gary will cover off how to build a video content strategy before you press record and how to prioritise all of the content you want to go out and make. We all have a camera in our pocket nowadays so the presentation also includes tips on how to create your own video content and how to keep up the production quality without spending £1000’s on an agency. ———— Format of the Night: 18.30 – Doors Open – Light Snacks, Drinks, Networking, and smiles 19.00/19.05 – Introduction and Talks Begin 20:10 – Talks finish and networking begins with the world’s nicest marketing group 20:40 – End of the night – you leave with new contacts and fresh ideas ———— Sponsors: Brand Recruitment – The best marketing recruitment company I know and wonderful supporters of the meetup. (Thank you Steve, Sarah, Dominic and many more of you!) Further – A Norwich based digital marketing consultancy, run by incredible people (Thank you Steve!). Redgate – A well known company in Cambridge with an incredible culture now hiring marketers (Thank you Kate!). Cambridge Marketing College – The best place to get your marketing qualifications and more (Thank you Kiran and Charlotte!). Bravo Marketing – A creative agency focused on engagement, not just content for the sake on it (Thank you Barry!) ———— Please let your marketing friends and colleagues know about this group too, I hope to build it into a great resource for the community over the coming months and years. Attendance will be taken at this event. If you RSVP ‘Yes’ and then do not come, you will receive a strike. Three strikes and you’re outta here! This is simply a measure to allow appropriate respect to the organisers, speakers, sponsors, and your fellow community members :). See you there!

Location: Carrowbreck House, 7 Carrowbreck Road, Norwich, NR6 5FA – Free parking available on-site. Halloween Pumpkin & Flower Workshop Create a stunning autumnal flower arrangement in a pumpkin with seasonal flowers and foraged greenery. This will look fabulous at Halloween either indoors or on your porch. We will be using beautiful oranges, yellows, greens, and reds to create this fabulous arrangement that you will take home to wow friends and neighbours. Date: Monday 28th October 2019. Time: 6:15pm arrival and approximately 8.45pm finish. Cost: £30.00 per person Refreshments: Light Refreshments available throughout. Materials: All materials are provided for you. For more details or any enquiries, please contact us on 01603 788950 or email [email protected] Both book Halloween & Wreath Making workshop in December 2019 for £55 per person.

ADR (Carriage of Dangerous Goods)
training covering Core, Packs, Tanks, Classes 2 3 4 5 6 8 9

Suitable for both initial and
refresher training

Option to gain up to 28 hours
Driver CPC

Location: Terrington St John,
Wisbech

The ADR driver qualification is a
legal requirement for those drivers involved in the carriage of dangerous goods
by road. The qualification is valid for a maximum of 5- years but can be
renewed after the 4th year. Drivers must also make sure their qualification is
renewed before six weeks of its expiry.

The carriage of dangerous goods
by road (ADR) is the flagship training course delivered by CTS. As a family
business specializing in the delivery of dangerous goods, you are certain to
gain that extra knowledge from experience when you choose CTS for your next ADR
course. For those wishing to have the tanks licence will also have the benefit
of a live introduction to one of our tanker vehicles.

Book your ADR Training now on
01945 880155 or [email protected]

The annual Big C Golf Day is back at Bawburgh Golf Club! Join the Big C team for a day of golf, food and socialising. Enjoy 18-holes in the knowledge that each shot you take is helping to improve the lives of those affected by cancer locally.

The day starts with bacon rolls and coffee before heading out on to the beautifully kept course for your team’s round. You’ll then head back to the club house for a two course meal and prize giving.

This event is kindly sponsored by Alan Boswell Group.

£320 for a team of four

1-day Emergency First Aid at Work – NUCO accredited

Optional 7 hours Driver CPC

Location: Terrington St John, Wisbech

Join us for a comprehensive, NUCO-accredited Emergency First Aid at Work training course designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively in emergency situations.

This one-day course is ideal for low-risk workplaces or anyone who wants a solid foundation in first aid without the need for the full three-day qualification.

What the Course Covers:

–      Primary survey

–      CPR and use of an AED

–      Managing an unconscious casualty

–      Seizures

–      Choking

–      Control of bleeding and shock

–      Minor injuries

–      Workplace incident reporting

What You Will Receive:

–      Full First Aid at Work certification (valid for three years)

–      Practical, hands-on training

–      EFAW Book for future reference

–      Experienced and qualified instructors

–      Skills that can save a life

Book your Emergency First Aid at Work training on 01945 880155 or [email protected]

We asked our past delegates what they wanted on our next day retreat and they unanimously answered

‘A Day for Me’!

So here it is – a day all about the celebration of you!

We’ll embrace many ways of nurturing our inner self, look at clean and restorative eating, tap into a creative supportive circle, practise yoga and mindfulness and learn some simple but highly effective massage techniques.

We’ll join together for a vibrant health-enhancing lunch and leave the day feeling refreshed, energised and supported and having hopefully made some friendships.

Take advantage of our £65 offer if you book before the 1st September and join us at this beautiful venue for a very special day.