You start a business because you are good at something and if all goes to plan, the organisation grows, and before you know it, you are sitting around a board table with colleagues running a much larger entity. Yet, being a director brings with it several responsibilities of which not all directors are aware.
Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Peter Osborne, Stoke by Nayland Resort

While the pandemic was traumatic for most businesses, it did offer the chance for many to press the reset button.

Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Jennie Skingsley, Birkett Long
Back in 2019, law firm Birkett Long had a plan in place to use its 200th anniversary as a reason for celebration. This brand awareness campaign would be centred on community and people and was mainly events-based.
Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

Anglia Capital Group sees monthly pitches from innovative companies seeking investment for their early-stage businesses. Without this capital, many would not take their business to the next level.

Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Kevin Ward, Conatus Financial Solutions

For those that know me, you will know I am a big believer in doing the ‘right thing’ in life.

Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Alexis Van Costenobel, Cory Brothers Hub Agency
It’s an exciting time at Cory Brothers. As we celebrate our 180th anniversary, our merger with long-standing partner Vertom is complete, meaning we’re now much larger and better positioned to serve our customers, people and the local community.
Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Tracey Dickens, Birkett Long LLP

The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) governs the UK data protection regime and brings the EU’s GDPR into our legal system.
Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Clare Friel, Friel
I am not going to lie; I had to google what altruism even meant when I was asked to write about it! It’s not exactly a word that comes up in daily conversation. However, after a quick search, it really resonates with me.
Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Ross Cracknell, Evolve Business Solutions (EA)

We offer managed print solutions to local businesses and pride ourselves on being customer-focused, competitive, honest, and supportive to clients and suppliers.
Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Simon Martin, Ensors Chartered Accountants

Many sellers of owner-managed businesses decide to step back as retirement approaches. At this point, some are lucky enough to be comfortable financially. They see the potential sale safeguarding company legacy and employee livelihoods rather than raising cash for themselves.
Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

When it comes to taking care of your health and wellbeing, you already know that eating your five-a-day, avoiding processed foods, drinking water and exercising regularly go a long way to keeping you in good health. But, if you find yourself feeling run-down, struggling to focus, feeling irritable or binging on unhealthy food, you may want to look at your sleep patterns.

Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

Like many charities, the Essex and Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) receives much-needed revenues from its retail operation.

Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Gary Cattermole, The Survey Initiative
We’ve all been through an unprecedented period. Some workers encountered the experience of being furloughed; others juggled working from home with childcare and home schooling; most gained a new perspective on the work-life balance.
Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Carole Burman, MAD-HR

Giving time without expectation of fee or favour, caring selflessly, and considering others – they’re all phrases we’ve been used to hearing with greater frequency throughout the pandemic.
Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

Supporting the local community is a big part of Rickard Luckin’s history. Over a decade ago, the chartered accountants and tax advisers took steps to embed this value into its ethos, ensuring it is part of the business’s future.

Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Sue Wilcock , Editor, Essex Director
Having passion and drive is imperative for your business, your team and, most importantly, yourself.

Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022

By Alistair Bacon, Chair, R3 Eastern
As corporate insolvency figures continue to soar compared to this time last year, the Eastern branch of insolvency and restructuring trade body R3 is urging directors of the region’s businesses to seek advice if they are worried about their businesses.
Published in Essex Director magazine, Spring | Summer 2022