Word Gets Around Networking - Meet the Business - Ruth Lambert - Federation of Small Businesses20/5/2020 In this video, we chat with Ruth Lambert, Development Manager at the Federation of Small Businesses. We discuss the role the FSB has had in helping businesses during Covid-19 and some of the challenges their members have faced.
They work in partnership with local councils, HMRC and central government to help businesses to get the support they need. In these unprecedented times, it can be a time for business owners to see the opportunities, and while in lockdown to take stock of where their business is, and embrace online tools to get the support they need. Ruth works in the Field Staff Team as a Development Manager responsible for Somerset and Wiltshire and supports their members on a local basis. Working with volunteers across the area she raises awareness of issues affecting their members and works on projects to support them. This can include to MPs and local councils about what is important to the success of a small business, through to selling in stories to local press. As experts in business, the FSB offers their members a wide range of vital business services including advice, financial expertise, support and a powerful voice in government. Their sole aim is to help smaller businesses to achieve their ambitions. Find out more: https://www.fsb.org.uk/ _____________________ In these series of short videos, we chat with Somerset business owners to find out what they do, how they do it, and more importantly, why they do it. Informal chats are recorded via Zoom and offer a chance to share tips, information, and advice. SEE ALL THE VIDEOS ON THE CHANNEL: Meet the Business Word Gets Networking has been active in Taunton for over 8 years at local venues, giving people a chance to promote your business at a convenient time, working around the busy lives they lead. In a relaxed environment, they get a chance to build relationships, share ideas, and develop your network, with like-minded people. Our business network group is open to anyone who embraces the idea of support, learning, and a ‘together we’re stronger’ attitude. Now more than ever it is about sharing skills and experiences which help build relationships and in time, trust. Everyone has value and you can take away as much as you put in.
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Word Gets Around Networking - Meet the Business - Stephen Henagulph - Somerset Chamber of Commerce19/5/2020 In this video, we chat with Stephen Henagulph, Chief Executive of Somerset Chamber of Commerce. They are a membership-based business support organisation which promotes and lobbies for business development in Somerset.
Stephen is a professional Sales & Business Development Director with over 30 years’ experience gained from a career working within sales, B2B, manufacturing, retail, marketing, and advertising. We discuss what the Somerset Chamber of Commerce do for their members, how they do it, and the impact of COVID-19 on Somerset Businesses. Established in 1994, the Somerset Chamber works hard to support local businesses and specifically our 500 strong network of member businesses covering all industry sectors from sole-traders to multi-national corporations. Combined with local Town Chambers, the Somerset Chamber represents over 2000 businesses across Somerset. Somerset Chamber is one of only 53 Chambers accredited to the British Chambers of Commerce, which represents over 100,000 businesses in the UK and is the only truly independent UK business support organisation which has local representation, credibility in the eyes of the government and the media, and is consulted at all levels by Government. Chamber Objectives: Help people and businesses CONNECT INFLUENCE and represent Somerset business Provide opportunities for businesses to GROW Chamber Vision and Values Vision: A catalyst to support and grow a vibrant Somerset economy Chamber members have access to a range of services such as: Events – They organise over 70 events each year of varying scale and size. This supports and informs business and helps strengthen supply chains. They believe this is at the heart of the Chamber so they offer specific events for members. Representation – this is a service at the heart of Somerset Chamber and is largely to support members. They take on issues that affect the whole business community and lobby at all levels of policy decision making. International Trade – they encourage international trade working with the Department of International Trade. Their website has extensive resources for businesses, including an advice hub. Please visit their website for more details: www.somerset-chamber.co.uk/ _____________________ n these series of short videos, we chat with Somerset business owners to find out what they do, how they do it, and more importantly, why they do it. Informal chats are recorded via Zoom and offer a chance to share tips, information, and advice. SEE ALL THE VIDEOS ON THE CHANNEL: Meet the Business Word Gets Networking has been active in Taunton for over 8 years at local venues, giving people a chance to promote your business at a convenient time, working around the busy lives they lead. In a relaxed environment, they get a chance to build relationships, share ideas, and develop your network, with like-minded people. Our business network group is open to anyone who embraces the idea of support, learning, and a ‘together we’re stronger’ attitude. Now more than ever it is about sharing skills and experiences which help build relationships and in time, trust. Everyone has value and you can take away as much as you put in. In these series of short videos, we chat with Somerset business owners to find out what they do, how they do it, and more importantly, why they do it. Informal chats are recorded via Zoom and offer a chance to share tips, information, and advice.
In this video, we meet Mark Howard from Skymark Financial. He is a commercially astute qualified accountant with many years’ experience as a Company Accountant and Financial Controller, working in the UK and overseas in Australia & New Zealand. Much of his experience has come from working in small to medium-size businesses and he has a comprehensive understanding of what is required to manage the finances, with effective and efficient processes and reporting, alongside innovative thinking and targeted business intelligence. His passion is to partner with small businesses to assist them to maximise their potential, by supplying quality and timely information that is so crucial to the way larger enterprises function and grow. Specialties Accounting, Bookkeeping, FreeAgent Partner, Xero Certified Advisor, Budgeting and Forecasting, Small Business Accounting, and Start-Ups. Find out more: https://www.skymarkfinancial.co.uk/ _____________________ SEE ALL THE VIDEOS ON THE CHANNEL: https://www.wordgetsaround.co.uk/meet-the-business.html Word Gets Networking has been active in Taunton for over 8 years at local venues, giving people a chance to promote your business at a convenient time, working around the busy lives they lead. In a relaxed environment, they get a chance to build relationships, share ideas, and develop your network, with like-minded people. Our business network group is open to anyone who embraces the idea of support, learning, and a ‘together we’re stronger’ attitude. Now more than ever it is about sharing skills and experiences which help build relationships and in time, trust. Everyone has value and you can take away as much as you put in. If you would like to take part in 'Meet the Business' then please send us a message or email info@wordgetsaround.co.uk #MeetTheBusiness |
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