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Here is the January 2014 Newsletter from Emkay Plastics.

On 1 February 2014 Norwich based Image Display & Graphics Ltd celebrate 25 years in business. An award winning exhibition, display and graphics company they specialise in the design, creation and management of a wide variety of exhibition stands, displays, graphics, signage and events.

Launching as Image Development in February 1989 they commenced trading from a small city centre office in Norwich. By June of the same year they had moved to newly built manufacturing premises at Hellesdon Park, on the Norwich north-west ring-road. One unit became two within the first quarter and it wasn’t anytime at all until those 2 units had grown to 4. Some 25 years on Image are still at it and continue expanding and investing in their business. Having again outgrown rented premises in Bowthorpe they relocated to Fletcher Way Norwich in December 2012. Purchasing the property in July the building was completely gutted, refitted and refurbished during the following months to provide an energy-efficient, modern, purpose designed headquarters for their relocation ready for the New Year of 2013.

MD Iain Cosham had this to say about their 25 years in business and their recent major investment to remain in Norwich. “Over the years we’ve seen many changes and experienced many challenges. We’ve seen our industry change beyond all recognition from the days of the trades union closed shop arrangement which declined in the early 90’s to the advent of digital technology and the birth of the internet back in 1995. Since then it’s been a matter of continued investment in new technologies, production processes and materials to keep pace and remain competitive. For example we outgrew conventional large format printing several years ago and expanded into “grand format”. This added new exciting eco solvent machines to our print plant increasing the range of media’s we can print on but then we also needed more space to house them. Although our core focus remains mainly on exhibitions and events, signage and graphics have again become an increasing part of our day to day workload. So 25 years on our repertoire remains as comprehensive as ever and investment continues. The new building was a huge financial commitment to secure our future in Norwich but having been here a for just a year we’ve already found the needed to add another new large format Canon, fine art printer, just in time for Christmas”

For further information about Image Display visit www.image-display.co.uk

Norwich International saw a 7.6% rise in passenger number in 2013 with over 460,000 people from the region using the city’s airport.

The passenger boost was a result of growth in a number of different sectors at the Airport. The biggest jump was in the holidaymaker category which increased by 45% on 2012, with over 107,000 people enjoying the benefits of starting their holiday from their local airport. A significant portion of the growth was generated by Thomson First Choice who doubled their activity in Norwich in 2013, compared to 2012. The holiday firm has reconfirmed its commitment to the Airport in 2014 by increasing the number of weekly flights to Palma Majorca and offering better flight times for holidaymakers as a result of designating an aircraft to live at the Airport throughout the entire summer season.

Offshore helicopter traffic enjoyed yet another year of record growth with over 98,000 passengers travelling offshore, an increase of 18% on the previous year. The Airport’s drive to be the location of choice for operators and their energy company clients is bearing fruit and Norwich is now the UK’s busiest offshore heliport after Aberdeen.

KLM’s hub feeder service to Amsterdam Schiphol had another strong year as a result of the addition of the fourth daily flight throughout the summer months. This service continues to play a key role in connecting the region’s economy to the rest of the world and the popularity of the service continues to grow with the region’s business and leisure travellers alike. KLM will be reintroducing the fourth daily flight from 30 March 2014 due to the success of the 2013 operation.

Passenger numbers using services to both Jersey and Edinburgh fell in the year caused by the reduction in the number of flights to both locations. However Flybe’s recent announcement that Loganair will assume the operation of the Edinburgh route from 30 March 2014 ensures that frequency will be restored to multi daily flights and the route will once again be able to offer flexible day returns and greater opportunity for short breaks in both Edinburgh and into the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, via Loganair’s wider network. Andrew Bell, the airport’s Chief Executive commented, “Posting strong passenger growth is good news for Norwich Airport and good news for the region, as ultimately the flights that are operated from the Airport must be used by the travelling public if they are to remain on offer. The addition of frequencies on the Edinburgh and Amsterdam services is testament to this. However, at the Airport we recognise that we still have a great deal to do in order to satisfy the demands of the region’s business and leisure travelers alike. We are working hard to bring back routes that proved popular in the past, and to identify new route opportunities that are being highlighted in our ongoing corporate demand survey. Whilst we do this, our focus remains fixed on ensuring that passengers’ experience when they fly from or arrive into Norwich International Airport is first class.”

Chadwicks are pleased to announce that Daniel Harvey, who secured a rare starred First in his economics degree from UEA, has joined theNorwich-based Independent Financial Advisers.

Daniel, who was also ranked top of his cohort for each year of his degree course, said ‘ I wanted to be able to combine my interest in finance with meeting and helping people – the thought of sitting in front of a screen in a trading room all day really didn’t appeal to me – so becoming a financial adviser seemed the ideal choice. I preferred the idea of working for a smaller company where I could make my mark and Chadwicks really stood out as a company that was committed to helping their staff develop.’ Chadwicks, who specialise in advising business and investment clients, are supporting Daniel to become qualified to Chartered level.

Director Richard Ross said ‘I met Daniel when I was studying at UEA myself and I am delighted he chose to work with us. He is our second graduate trainee and follows in the footsteps of Radostina Dencheva who joined us a couple of years ago.’

Radostina, who secured a distinction in her Economics Masters, also at UEA, is in the final stages of the CISI Masters in Wealth Management. She works as a technical paraplanner looking after the firm’s wealth management clients. ‘ I have learned a vast amount since joining Chadwicks. Our approach of constant improvement means there is always something new to focus on.’ Richard added ‘having bright young team members who bring fresh ideas gives us a perfect balance between enthusiasm and experience. We need people with a strong grasp of technical detail if we are to continue to attract clients with more complex financial planning needs.

Chadwicks Limited are independent financial advisers based in Norwich and have been trading since 1996. The firm has five employees and specialises in advising business owners – it supports a clear value chain: the creation, realisation and enjoyment of business value Corporate clients range from plcs to self-employer consultants; individual clients are from all walks of life.

Chadwicks are accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority as CPD providers. Director Richard Ross is a Chartered member of both the Chartered Insurance Institute and the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment; holds an MBA from UEA, a Masters in Wealth Management and is currently studying for an Msc in Experimental Economics at UEA.

The company is committed to continual improvement and aims to make its clients finances ‘one less thing to worry about’.

For more information or to speak to someone at Chadwicks call 01603 251687 or visit www.chadwicks.co.uk

Thursday 16th January 2014- Airport announces the winner of the corporate travel demand survey

Mr Kevin Ovenden, CEO of the ACTEON GROUP Ltd, energy sector company based in Norwich, has won a valuable prize provided by Norwich International Airport – a set of 50 business lounge tickets which can be used over the next 12 months when traveling from the airport.

In October 2013, Norwich International Airport set up an online corporate travel demand survey and invited all businesses in the region to take part and share their air travel requirements with the airport so that the airport’s business development team can work with airline partners and focus the efforts on delivering the right choice of direct business flights to key domestic and European business centres from the region’s local airport.

Hamsin Hadziabdic, Business Development Manager at Norwich International Airport commented: “We are very pleased with the level of corporate responses received so far and we are planning to extend the survey into 2014. The responses are invaluable/essential tool for our business development work, as firstly they clearly demonstrate the readiness and willingness of the region’s businesses to work hand in hand with their local airport and secondly they help focus our route development efforts on working toward delivering new services to those domestic and European business centres which have been highlighted by the corporates in this survey. Furthermore, on behalf of the airport I would like to thank all the businesses who have taken part in the survey for their valuable feedback and their continued support in improving air links from the region’s local airport.”

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Our Matt has been listed in Building Design Magazine’s ‘Top Ten Architects to Follow on Twitter’. The ‘BD Twitter 100’ uses an automated ranking device called Peer-Index to list architectural Twitter users according to their connectedness and level of activity, but the ‘Top Ten’ also includes a hefty slice of subjectivity from the magazine’s editorial staff.

‘Twitter has opened up the possibilities for architects to share knowledge and opinions, open up independent discourse on architecture, and expand their influence and visibility, and over the last two years large numbers of architects have really embraced it’, explains BD’s Anna Winston. ‘For our top 10 we chose the architects we thought were a good combination of entertaining, influential, responsive, engaging and knowledgeable.’

Matt Tweets mostly as @ruralise, in connection with his website www.ruralise.co.uk

Our Founder, Simon Wingfield, recently obtained his ILM Level 7
Certificate for Executive and Senior Level Coaches and Mentors. Plus, obtaining
membership of the City and Guilds of London Institute (MCGI). 

The qualification is designed for senior
managers or Human Resources (HR)/Organisation Development (OD)
professionals who wish to develop their expertise and credibility in the
fields of Executive or Senior level coaching and mentoring, or to
establish coaching at an organisational level. They are also ideal for
professional coaches and mentors seeking to enhance and accredit their
experience with a nationally recognised qualification.

https://www.i-l-m.com/learning-and-development/management/coaching-and-mentoring/8589-level-7-certificate-and-diploma-for-executive-and-senior-level-coaches-and-mentors

https://www.i-l-m.com/assessment-and-resources/post-nominals

LP has recently welcomed a new member of staff with the recruitment of Trainee Solicitor, Richard Turner. Richard obtained his law degree from the University of Edinburgh in 2006 and after graduating, he worked for the British Transport Police and Transport for London as a Criminal Intelligence Analyst. Richard completed his Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal Practice Course on a part-time basis at BPP University where he achieved a distinction. Richard is a keen sportsman with particular interests in athletics, cycling and football. Richard joins the Dispute Resolution team, working alongside Managing Partner, Mike Barlow.

Dear Members,

I am delighted to annonce that 5 of my cooking video clip have been authorised on the Food Channel Network and will be available to view very soon.

I would like to share some cooking tips once a month with you. Please feel free to give me some feedbacks as it’s the only way to progress……and maybe send me some tips too !!

Happy cooking

Franck

Work place pensions law has changed affecting all employers, from the largest firms to those with just one employee.

Insight Financial Associates Limited and Howes Percival LLP have joined forces to co-host a free seminar providing an overview of the pension reforms and the new responsibilities facing local businesses.

Our experts will provide a practical insight on how to comply with the new auto-enrolment obligations, as well as providing top tips on avoiding the pitfalls and how to formulate an action plan. Key topics will include: • What do the auto enrolment changes mean for businesses? • Which workers will this affect? • What type of pension scheme has to be offered? • Do employment contracts have to be re-written? • How should the responsibilities be managed? • What happens if businesses ignore it? • What support is available?

Delegates will also have an opportunity to participate in a group question and answer session with our expert panel and to share their views and personal experiences.

Date: Thursday, 23 January 2014 Venue: Norwich City College Skills Academy Address: St Andrews House, St Andrews Street, Norwich, NR2 4TP Time: 7.45 am – 10.00 am RSVP: by 17 January 2014

To book a place please contact Lynn White on [email protected].

Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis and we will confirm via email if you have a place.

Agenda

7.45 am Registration and refreshments

8.00 am The Auto-enrolment Pensions Revolution: Are you Ready?

9.30am Q&A Session- an opportunity to raise and discuss auto-enrolment issues with our expert panel

10.00 am Seminar ends

Hi, I’m Jo. I’m a freelance copywriter based in north Norfolk.

I’ve just joined the Chambers of Commerce so I thought I’d pop in and introduce myself.

I’ve only been in business for a few months and the Chamber has been such a fantastic place to meet people and get support.

Thanks to everyone who has made me feel so welcome 😊

So, what do you need to know about me?

I’m an award-winning former BBC journalist. I used to be the political reporter at BBC Norfolk.

I’ve worked on Look East, Politics East and have reported live on the BBC News Channel.

Before that, I read the radio news, produced programmes and ran the news desk. I did a bit of presenting and was even a runner on Treasure Quest a few times!

I’ve covered pretty much every type of story from the Westminster Bridge attack to arthritic penguins.

New Life

But at the end of last year, I decided to walk away from my career after 20 years as a reporter and start my professional life all over again.

My life changed after I had my two children. I was missing too much of their lives while reporting from one side of the county to the other.

So, I left my job and started my own copywriting business.

It’s been a steep learning curve. There are days when I’ve wondered if I’m doing the right thing. But there’s always a feeling of excitement to be doing what I love and working with incredible people.

One thing I’ve discovered is that no-one really knows what a copywriter is. Which is fair enough as it is a weird job title.

Essentially, I find out what makes your business unique. What makes you stand out from the crowd.

Be that your incredible product, your ethos, your staff or the reason you started in the first place.

What makes you special?

As a journalist, I know that people love hearing stories. It’s how we’re wired to connect to each other.

And I know exactly how to tell them. It’s what I’ve spent my career doing. And I want to hear yours.

Because that’s what will make you connect with your customers. They want to know who you are and then they trust you.

When they trust you, they buy from you, over and over again. Because even in the age of AI and internet shopping, we still need a human connection.

So, let’s explore your story. Then I turn it into simple, engaging words that you can use on your website, socials, emails and more.

I can write blogs that build relationships and turn buyers into believers.

Whatever you need me to do, I’m here to help.

I want to celebrate the spark that brought your brand to life. The idea that pushes you to keep going, even when it’s lonely and stressful and tough.

Because meeting new people and finding out what makes them tick is the reason I do what I do. And I love it.

Fancy a chat? Drop me a line [email protected] or call 07853 141335.

I can’t wait to hear from you.

Prior to 2013 TrueTraders was mainly associated as an online retailer with the great intent to develop our customer audience and create easier and more conveniant means of shopping for our existing and future customers

Since then 2013 was a big year for us in which we moved to a larger premises which is situated in the busy town of Great Yarmouth. We have a larger warehouse and now have the ability to offer our customers a walk in shop to view our great range of quality products, first-hand.

Recently we’ve expanded the company in different direction and have already welcomed two new faces to the marketing and accounts departmentants. We’ve furthered our impression on the public by branching into many social networking sites and have many plans to make TrueTraders more interactive and uptodate with the ever-changing world of technology. We already have lots of plans under-way to make 2014 our best year yet.

TrueTraders.