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Incynergy
Monkton
01843 449274 incynergy.com
Equipping Business Owners with the Knowledge and Strategies to significantly increase the Value of their Business
Keaveney Plant Hire Limited
Ashford 01233 621805 keaveneygroup.com
Key suppliers of Contracting and Plant Hire services to the Construction Industry and Allied Services
Kent Fire & Rescue Service
Building Safety Team
Maidstone 07967 332084 kent.fire-uk.org
Building Safety Team
Kent Rag Consultancy Limited
Ashford 07887 725795 kentragconsultancy.co.uk
Providing Assistance and Support to the Road Haulage, Logistics and Waste Sectors
Knights PLC
West Malling 01622 656500 knightsplc.com
A Legal and Professional Services Business, with Professionals
Delivering Services to Business Clients across the UK
Krempelwood TV
London
07802 201692 krempelwood.com
Bringing New Money to TV enabling Broadcasters to Commission more Shows and to Commission above Tariff
Lukehurst & Son Limited
Sittingbourne 01795 428283 lukehurst.co.uk
Furniture, Beds, Carpets and Curtain sales
Ovenden Plant Hire Limited
Canterbury 01304 843055 ovendens.com
Haulage, Plant Hire, Demolition and Aggregate Supply
Pantiles Chambers (Inigo Limited)
Tunbridge Wells 01892 506960 inigo.co.uk
Serviced Offices, Meeting Rooms and Virtual Office Services in the most Prestigious Locations
Pds HR Solutions
Maidstone 07727 171508 pdshr.co.uk
Delivering Effective and Efficient HR Support
Prime Traffic Management Limited
London 01622 910180 primetm.co.uk
Traffic Management Services Supplier
Rochester Recruitment Limited
Rochester 01634 735300 rochesterrecruitment.com
Specialist Recruitment for the Trades, by the Trades
Sideways Media Limited
Ashford 01233 226519 sidewaysmedia.co.uk
Graphic Designers
The Kent Foundation
Maidstone 0333 042 1163 kentfoundation.org
A Unique Charity Providing essential support for Kent’s Young Entrepreneurs and Business Owners to start and grow Businesses in Kent
Tillett Limited
Sittingbourne 01795 420312 tillett.co.uk
Car Racing Seats and Accessories
Veraxis Sandwich 07701 071784
Powering Potential with AI Training and Governance
Vital Parts Limited
Maidstone 01233 713581 vital-parts.co.uk
Manufacture and Distribute a vast range of Plastic, Rubber and Metal Components
West Kent Shooting School Brenchley
01892 834306 westkentshooting.co.uk
Clay Pigeon Shooting Sporting Facilities and Corporate and Conference Facilities
WindowPlan
Rochester 01634 711119 windowplan.co.uk
Independent Window Suppliers and Installers of High Quality, Bespoke uPVC and Aluminium Replacement
Windows, Doors and Conservatories
Xeed ESG
Reading 07703 344139 xeedesg.co.uk
Consultancy for a New Economic and Environmental Future
Laura Ash
Rock Solid Health Owner and Founder
Laura Ash, a former Police and Counter Terrorism Officer, transformed her crisis into a thriving career as a Burnout and Energy Management Coach. She co-owns Rock Solid Health with her husband Barry.
Founded after Laura’s medical retirement, Rock Solid has flourished over ten years, featuring on BodyPower Expo and Channel 5star’s “It’s Your Fault I’m Fat.”
Laura’s resilience from a burnout in 2017 has shaped their mission. Besides authoring a children’s book and engaging in charity work, they extend their expertise to corporate wellness programs, empowering professionals to elevate their health and well-being.
What was your first job and what was the pay packet?
I was a trainee Travel Agent for Going Places in Folkestone Kent. My wages per week back then was £50 per week from what I can remember.
What do you always carry with you to work?
I always carry with me a water bottle, being hydrated has been shown to boost your concertation and strength.
What is the biggest challenge facing your business?
Helping people to see that self-care is not a luxury and that it should be part of your overall business plan and strategy.
If you were Prime Minister, what one thing would you change to help business?
I would give sick pay to self-employed people who run small businesses. Sometimes we need to be able to take time off and not being paid can cause a huge strain on people.
What can you see from your office window?
Our beautiful garden which is an escape and always offers something new to see as the seasons change.
If you could do another job, what would it be?
I would lean more into our charity work that we do with children’s hospitals and hospices. Helping create smiles and magical memories.
As a businessperson, what are your three main qualities?
Compassion, Truth, Vulnerability.
What was your biggest mistake in business?
Looking at everyone else’s success and making that my measure, instead of creating my own measure of success. It is part of the reason I burned out in 2017.
What advice would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs?
Go for it, believe in yourself, set your own measure of success.
Who do you most admire in business?
Anyone who has the guts and determination to make a business and run it, it is not for everyone, and it can be a challenge, but the rewards are worth it!
Avondale Environmental Services is thrilled to have appointed a new Managing Director
Danny Patel brings a wealth of experience and passion for sustainability and service excellence that is at the core of Avondale Environmental Services’ values.
His previous background in facilities management and client engagement will underpin Danny’s challenge to grow the business whilst promoting the company values and engaging with local businesses.
Danny’s journey in facilities management began over a decade ago. He earned his reputation through unwavering commitment to business management and innovation and his extensive experience has positioned him as a trusted expert in the industry.
His approach is to treat each client as unique, with a personalised approach to address their specific business needs, challenges, and objectives. Under his leadership, Avondale will ensure that its clients receive tailored solutions that align with their values and goals.
Avondale Environmental Services offers comprehensive vegetation clearances, grounds maintenance, tree works, invasive weed control, sports pitches and much more that are tailored to specific needs by using technology, specialist equipment and highly trained staff. Avondale prides itself on putting the customer first by delivering excellent standards, great communication and competitive pricing. Their main areas of business are railways, highways, construction and local authority work, across the whole of the UK.
Find out more at www.avondaleuk.com
Produced in Kent appoints fresh food expert Carol Ford as new Board Director
Trade organisation Produced in Kent, the voice of the local independent food and drink sector in Kent and Medway, is thrilled to announce the appointment of fresh food specialist and all-round industry heavy-weight Carol Ford as a new Director on its Board.
Carol says: “I feel honoured to join Produced in Kent, especially at such a critical and important time for food. As we all know, Kent is a county with a proud heritage as the Garden of England and on the back of that we have a dynamic and modern food sector based here, be that in hospitality, growing, producing and innovating new food and drink products.
“We go from incubator projects to multi-million-pound food and drink businesses and everything in between. Food is incredibly important in all aspects of life and supports our economy, health, culture and sense of identity in our place.
“The imaginative work and support that Produced in Kent provides in championing food and drink in Kent and Medway is second to none. I hope my passion and experience for fresh food, fresh produce, horticulture, agriculture and the wider sector will complement the amazing work already being undertaken by Produced in Kent for our county, districts and critically our food and drink businesses.”
Carol has more than 20 years’ experience in the fresh food and fresh produce sectors and the wider southeast business and rural community. She started as a retail buyer at Sainsbury’s and held various marketing and commercial management roles. She has also held Director roles on the Kent and Medway Economic Partnership (KMEP), Kent Business Advisory Board (KBAB) and South East Local Economic Partnership (SELEP). She continues to advise Kent County Council and chairs the Fresh Food Production/Horticulture Task Force, a grower and producer network which tackles challenges faced in the sector. Floortje Hoette, CEO of Produced in Kent, says: “We are incredibly lucky to have Carol as a new Director on our Board. She brings such a wealth of knowledge but is also a fantastic person to work with: passionate, no nonsense, results-driven and so positive about the opportunities for our sector.”
