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Suffolk Director Magazine event

As promised our next event will be taking place on Tuesday 12th September 2023.
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UK Director Magazines event!
HELPING TO RUN YOUR BUSINESS BETTER:
SCALE UP & GROWTH

Tuesday 12th September 2023, 8.30am-12.30pm
Waterfront Building, University of Suffolk, Ipswich IP4 1QJ

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NORFOLK Director Magazine event:
HELPING TO RUN YOUR BUSINESS BETTER

When: Tuesday 5th December 8.30am-12.30pm
Where: The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich NR2 1TF

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Whether you are a business leader, entrepreneur, director or owner of a SME business, UK Director Magazines’ family of local business magazines:
Essex Director, Norfolk Director and Suffolk Director, all have one very simple aim, to help run your business better.

We want to refocus global and UK business news so the stories are more relatable to local business leaders and owners of SMEs; news that will be relevant to our readership who are all based in Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk.

Below is a snippet of some of the latest news stories hitting the headlines locally.

So, if you have a business news story that covers our counties and you think it would be of interest, then please send your PR, together with a photo, to editor@ukdirectormagazines.co.uk

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SUFFOLK FIRM SECURES ‘TOP 100 LEADER IN UK’ STATUS

Following on from becoming a B Corp accredited firm in 2022, Suffolk-based Chartered financial planning firm, Kingsfleet, has been recognised among the top 100 leaders in the UK financial planning sector by Citywire's esteemed New Model Adviser
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FAMILY RUN LOGISTICS FIRM, SET TO ACQUIRE TWO DIVISIONS OF MAGNUS GROUP

Independent logistics firm, Hemisphere Freight Services (HFS) are set to purchase the warehousing and freight forwarding elements of Magnus Group after it was announced that the group was intending to appoint administrators.
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ENSORS MAKES KEY APPOINTMENT TO STRENGTHEN ITS CORPORATE TEAM

East Anglian chartered accountancy practice Ensors, welcome experienced corporate partner Keith Ferguson to the practice from a longstanding position at a top five firm.
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MARKETING PROFESSIONALS IN THE EAST RECEIVE MAJOR BOOST 

An East of England Regional Committee has been formed by PM Forum to help bring the professional services marketing and BD community across the region together.
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START-UP BOOST FOR EAST ANGLIAN ECONOMY IN VITAL CHRISTMAS RUN-UP

A sharp rise in the number of companies set up in East Anglia is a welcome boost to the local economy, with the possibility of an increase in employment rates and business growth in the vital pre-Christmas trading period.
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SENSATIONAL SUNDAY – ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL ADNAMS 10k

Hundreds of runners have completed another sell-out Adnams 10k event, in Southwold.
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HEALTHCARE INITIATIVE WITH LAUNCH OF PRIVTAE GP PRACTICE

Introducing a fresh approach to healthcare, Dr. Charlotte Ridout and Nurse Amanda Snelling proudly unveil the inauguration of a private GP practice in Woodbridge, Suffolk on 26 October 2023.
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POPULAR ARTS & CRAFTS COLLECTION RETURNS FOR ANOTHER YEAR.

Showcasing arts and crafts for over 30 years, Blackthorpe Barn is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest Arts & Crafts Collection for 2023, featuring an exquisite array of handcrafted products that reflect the dedication and skill of local and national artisans.

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Lead interview: David Scott

Chief Executive, The Hotel Folk

Our lead interview in the NURTURE issue of Suffolk Director business magazine is David Scott.

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023 | 24

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Spotlight on Helen Couch

Founder, Henny PR & Marketing

Helen was inspired by her father to set up her own business.

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Balancing a career with family life

By Karen Morovic, Birkett Long

I knew from a very young age that I wanted a career in law, not least because my father, Frank, had trained as both a solicitor and a barrister.

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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The secret to managing tricky employees

By Carole Burman, MAD-HR

Of all the challenges employers face, we know how difficult it can be when issues of employee conduct or performance arise.

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Getting the most from your accountant

By Shelley Minns, Ensors

Accountants play a valuable role in the success of a business by providing financial expertise and guidance.

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Multiple sclerosis – how businesses can help

By Jill Purcell, MS-UK
Approximately 130,000 people live with multiple sclerosis (MS) in the UK and around 130 people are newly diagnosed with MS every week. MS-UK is a small national charity supporting anyone affected by MS.
Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Moving on from insolvency

By Stuart Hopewell, Pre Pack Pool

The use of the prepack process enables company owners and directors to maintain control of their business, even after entering insolvency.

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Inspiration to help hospitality thrive

Hospitality in East Anglia has the potential to ride high once again, but don’t take the sector for granted, says Chris Scargill, Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Partner at Larking Gowen.

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Lead interview: Rechenda Smith

Founder and Managing Director, Nurture Marketing

Our lead interview in the NURTURE issue of Norfolk Director business magazine is Rechenda Smith.

Published in Norfolk Director Magazine Winter 2023 | 24

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Lessons I Have Learnt: Chris Cliffe

Director, CJC Procurement Ltd

Chris is a Chartered Procurement & Supply Professional and sole Chartered Fellow of CIPS in Norfolk.

Published in Norfolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Spotlight on Charlotte Travers

Owner and Director, SocialB

Charlotte is at the helm of a company generating leads for businesses by harnessing their website and digital channels.

Published in Norfolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Shhhhhh … it’s all about margin

By Ed Savory, Birketts

I like the view that there are three stages to life. Stage 1: caring what people say about you; Stage 2: stop caring about what people say about you; Stage 3: realising that no one was actually talking about you. Nirvana.

Published in Norfolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Help to Grow: Management Course

Looking to 2024 and beyond and wanting to learn new skills, boost profits, and improve business performance, resilience, and long-term growth?

Published in Norfolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Norfolk Showground storage open for business

By Mike Parker, Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association
As winter approaches, for the first time, the Norfolk Showground has opened its cattle sheds to businesses needing winter storage.

Published in Norfolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Back to school on waste recycling

As concerns over the impact of climate change continue to grow, it’s essential to educate the next generation about the importance of recycling and looking after our planet. That’s why Anglian Waste Recycling in Attleborough, Norfolk, has created The Anglian Green Scheme!

Published in Norfolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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How does your garden of wealth grow?

By Mark Hinds, Charles Stanley Norwich

Nurture: To care for and protect something while it is growing. To me, this one word pretty much sums up the lives of most human adults on the planet.

Published in Norfolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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