Welcome Pack Nov 18

Central & East Lancashire

Welcome to

Barton Grange Hotel 15 November 2018

Seminar 10.30 – 11.45 Search Engine Optimisation In Your Coffee Break

Liz Hardwick and Darren Jenkinson DigiEnable 0843 886 8470 www.digienable.co.uk

Speaker 1340 – 1350

Gary Melling Jones Melling jonesmelling.co.uk 01772 301982

1150

Part One - Registration, ‘Free Range’ Networking and Welcome Drinks

1220

Take Your Seats For Lunch

1230

Introduction by Karen Tems

1235

Part Two - Table Presentations - Exchange business cards and make your 2-3 minute presentations. Tip: Talk about the key benefits and solutions that your company provides that will be most relevant to those around the table and their business contacts.

1340

Speaker – Gary Melling, Jones Melling

1350

Table to Table Networking

1405

Member News

1415

Close - Don’t feel you have to rush away. Now is a good time to make those appointments and commit them to your diary.

“The Business Network Central and East Lancs is the premier event on the monthly business calendar. Karen is a fabulous host, who helps with introductions and connections; she is an experienced, successful business woman, who offers insights into making the right connections. I have come to appreciate her help and support during my time with The Business Network.” Nick Brookes, Cornfields

“The professionalism and fun that Karen brings to each event is impressive. Over the years I have attended many networks and The Business Network is by far and away the best! The clients we have gained through this group have been quality clients who have remained with us.” Suzanne Waring, The Helping Hands Group

“The morning seminars are engaging, and you leave with lots of food for thought and actions you can apply immediately. The members are experts in their field, generous with their time and conversations around the table are interesting, giving you quality time to get to know both guests and members.

Jean Atkinson, Jean Atkinson Consulting

The Business Network Pre-Lunch Seminars

By Our Members for Our Members 17 January

Memorable Table Presentations – Karen Tems and Caroline Dakin Your table presentations are probably one of the most important of your networking skills, your ability to engage the people at your table is key to your success at The Business Network.

Start the year off by taking time out to review and improve your table presentations and make sure that your memorable presentation reflects both your personality and your business.

14 February Sheila Traskowskie Your Learning Days

How Does Your People Strategy Drive Your Business Strategy?

Too many times I've gone into businesses to discuss training requirements and there is no strategy to link people development to the goals of the business. I will share how to identify the key principles of both strategies and how they link to help you focus them on both strategies within your business.

14 March TotalCRB Allen Chapman

Government Disclosure & Barring Service Helping You To Make Safer Recruitment Decisions.

The Disclosure & Barring Service (CRB) was originally set up to prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. With the launch of the Basic DBS check in January 2018 it is now possible to do a check on any individual in any industry; rather than just those working with vulnerable groups. Join Allen to find out how the DBS Check can provide your current and future clients with the confidence that they are not putting their business, stakeholders, or possessions at any unnecessary risk by bringing your company into their organization.

Introduce A Guest ÂŁ1000 Travel Voucher to spend with Chic Boutique Travel

Our Members are generous inviting Guests who always add value to our monthly events.

Indeed, a good proportion of Guests go on to express interest in joining The Business Network Central & East Lancashire.

For every Guest that you introduce who then joins our group, you will get your name in the 'hat' for our draw at the Christmas event with a chance to win a ÂŁ1000 Travel Voucher to spend with Chic Boutique Travel. In it to win it already are: Martin Garry for FWP Suzanne Waring for Tutus James Evans for Begbies Traynor Amanda Jackson for The MPA Group Suzanne Gibson for Adele Carr Fin Recruitment Sorrel Holland for Caroline Dakin Jean Atkinson for TotalCRB Jenny Burke for Positive Cash Flow Gary Melling for James Kok and Peter Dickinson Architects

Dean Williams for Michael Sewell Wendy Hope for Gainsborough Floor Coverings Lisa Edge for Martin & Co and Portergate Property Management Chris Durham for Tienda Digital , 365 Defib, Abbey Telecom John Gallagher for ML Decorators Kara Rose for Lancashire Hospitality Awards and HM-Network

Member Thank You’s, News and Offers Terry McKay Hypnos Contract Beds

Hypnos Contract Beds have developed a very special rate for members of The Business Network Central & East Lancashire, Manchester and Peterborough where they are members.

If you are interested in taking up this generous offer, please contact Daniel Sandford at daniel.sandford@hypnoscontractbeds.com and copy in Terry McKay terry.mckay@hypnoscontractbeds.com so that he can gauge interest.

Sadie Nicholson SmartPA 07786 224660

Thanks to Lancashire Business View for the opportunity to work with you on exciting projects going forward.

Tom Smith Peter Dickinson Architects 01257 252203

Thank you to Gary Melling of Jones Melling for the introduction to the group.

Gail Hull Total Insignia 01254 504925

All Network members receive 10% discount on all orders

Nigel Sanders Pure Air 07496 510040

Christmas madness 15% reduction on any orders or services.

Peter Whyte Whytelight Solutions 01257 424642

Funding (that's FREE MONEY!) is still available through our accreditations for LED lighting and Infrared heating solutions but once they are gone they’re gone, and yes, surveys are still free!

Paul Bolton My Total Office 07887 570422

Free installation with any of My Total Office Solutions Printing Solutions worth up to ÂŁ300

Lisa Edge Lancashare 01772 921643

Final reminder of Lancashare Day - 27th November 2018 - Lancashire 3 course lunch, fizz, guests, speakers, messages, prizes, town crier, and a Lancashire comedian! Come and celebrate your county in style!

Phil Heaven insight6 07824 365105

The Legal Client Journey 2018. - Each year insight6 carry out a national review of how law firms handle professional enquiries. The (free) report for 2018 is now available to all law firms connected with the Business Network. It will also contain valuable information for companies who supply to the legal sector. Just ask Phil Heaven for a copy.

Jean Atkinson Jean Atkinson Consulting 07875 599963

Delighted to announce that my book is now available on Amazon: Sell Your Way - 25 Proven Sales Strategies for Small Businesses. https://www.amazon.co.uk/JeanAtkinson/e/B07K56GGQT

Joe Makepeace Alpha Digital 07535 560122

10% all prices for orders placed during November 2018.

Pete Slater Silk Group 01204 433088 Richard Taylor Martin & Co 01772 881717

Any orders over ÂŁ500 placed before Christmas for end of year gifts receives 10% back in Love2shop vouchers.

25% Reduction on all fees, Sales or Lettings, for Business Network Members

Allen Chapman TotalCRB Disclosure & Barring Service Ltd 07980 869625

TotalCRB know charities rely heavily on not only cash donations, but also on volunteers who give their time and expertise to support day-by-day activities. TotalCRB's #worktogether campaign provides you with the opportunity to make regular donations to your chosen Charity whenever you complete a DBS check. For every 100 DBS checks you complete, we will Donate £50.00 to a charity of your choosing. Get in touch today and let's work together to ensure your organisation keeps on giving.

Hannah Baker Blackburn College 01254 29 00

We welcome work placement opportunities for our students ‘Student Undertakes Work Placement with Kate Hollern MP’ University Centre student Tylah Pierce has successfully undertaken a work placement with Kate Hollern, MP for Blackburn. Tylah is currently enrolled on BA (Hons) Social Science and had previously completed a one-week work experience stint with the Blackburn constituency in July 2018. Talk to Hannah to discuss opportunities for placements for your business.

Richard Howarth K M Chartered Accountants 01282 426331

Free, no obligation review of your business with a Director of KM

Carl Darcy

Looking to promote your business / brand to Lancashire Hotels & Venues?

Speak to us about becoming a sponsor / partner of the Lancashire Hospitality Awards!

For more information please visit our website www.lancashirehospitalityawards.co.uk

Steve Walmsley Holiday Inn Express 01282 855955

Wendy Hope Stanley House 01254 769200

Escape to Stanley House Hotel & Spa and enjoy an evening of unrivalled luxury at exclusive rates during November 2018. Explore every corner of our House on the Hill, with time to experience our award-winning Spa and your choice of dishes from the new a la carte menu in Mr Fred's Bar & Lounge. Then retire to our boutique manor house or contemporary woodland rooms, and discover why there is no better time to share an escape to remember... Only at Stanley House.

AN ESCAPE TO REMEMBER £119 PER PERSON DURING NOVEMBER 2018    

1 night stay in our Manor House or Woodland rooms Farmhouse breakfast 2 course dinner in Mr Fred's Bar and Lounge 2 hours at leisure with full use of our thermal bathing facilities; sensation showers, salt infusion room, aroma steam room, herbal and Finnish saunas, ice fountain and rural hydrotherapy pool*

To make a reservation or to tailor a bespoke experience call 01254 769200 or email info@stanleyhouse.co.uk