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As a friend of business leaders, entrepreneurs, directors, partners and owners of SMEs, Essex Director business magazine has one very simple aim, to help you run your business better. Whether that is through content that shares experiences and knowledge, gives tips and advice, or talks about the latest news and issues, our style of language avoids the jargon and acronyms and ensures our articles are presented in a concise and easy to read format.
Our lead interview is with Rob Thacker, CEO of Sona Insurance Solutions, who talks about his career and his love of Star Trek. He also discusses the risky world of business, and how every company should anticipate the unexpected and prepare for a worst-case scenario.
Although not specifically aimed at directors and owners of start-up businesses, the magazine content, advice and tips we share with our readers have one common goal, to help you run your business better, no matter how long you have been trading. Our articles come from leaders of local businesses all who know first-hand the reality of running a business based in Essex and are willing to share their knowledge.
Founder and CEO, Sona Insurance Solutions
Our lead interview in the NURTURE issue of Essex Director business magazine is Rob Thacker.
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023 | 24
Founder and CEO, Sona Insurance Solutions
Our lead interview in the NURTURE issue of Essex Director business magazine is Rob Thacker.
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023 | 24
‘From little acorns, mighty oaks do grow’ the saying goes – and this is particularly true when it comes to developing businesses.
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
By Steve Leech, Granite Transformations, Colchester
Customer service is something many companies say they do well, and even profess to over-deliver on, but do they really?
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
By Juliet Price, Park City Consulting
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern business, one truth remains constant: the heart of any successful organisation beats within its people.
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
By Kate Bell, Rickard Luckin
At Rickard Luckin, we’ve earned an enviable reputation for our learning and development offering.
Published in Norfolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
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 Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
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 Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
By Shelley Minns, Ensors
Accountants play a valuable role in the success of a business by providing financial expertise and guidance.
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
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 Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
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 Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
By Dan Garside, Rickard Luckin
Many business owners experience stress due to the waiting time between providing their product or service and payment of the customer invoice.
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
Business expertise and guidance given through an innovative project are transforming charities, helping them to thrive and aim for excellence.
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
Paddy & Scott’s Coffee
Jonathan joined Paddy & Scott’s Coffee as MD after deciding to give up the London commute and making some lifestyle changes – and he hasn’t looked back.
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
Managing Director, Superstructures
James established Superstructures to provide the construction industry with design-led structural engineering solutions.
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
Paddy & Scott’s Coffee
Jonathan joined Paddy & Scott’s Coffee as MD after deciding to give up the London commute and making some lifestyle changes – and he hasn’t looked back.
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
Managing Director, Superstructures
James established Superstructures to provide the construction industry with design-led structural engineering solutions.
Published in Essex Director Magazine Winter 2023|24
Our lead interview is with Rob Thacker, CEO of Sona Insurance Solutions, who talks about his career and his love of Star Trek. He also discusses the risky world of business, and how every company should anticipate the unexpected and prepare for a worst-case scenario.
Our lead interview is with Rob Thacker, CEO of Sona Insurance Solutions, who talks about his career and his love of Star Trek. He also discusses the risky world of business, and how every company should anticipate the unexpected and prepare for a worst-case scenario.
Our lead interview is with Ewan Dodds, CEO of Whybrow. He talks about his career and why he opted to turn away from working in the family business and take a completely different career direction..
Our theme is Change for this issue of Essex Director, and we are focusing on a very important sector for us in the region – agriculture. Our lead interview is with Robert and Laura Strathern of Fairfields Farm Crisps in Wormingford. Their story is a brilliant example of how as traditional arable farmers, the couple have diversified into producing their award-winning brands of hand-cooked crisps
‘Lessons I have learnt’ comes from Jonathan Perlmutter, who is Equity Partner and Head of Intellectual Property at Birkett Long Solicitors, and Zoe Plowman, Partner at Ensors Chartered Accountants features as our ‘Spotlight’. We also have a special feature, contributed by NFU
East Anglia, talking about the challenges facing the agricultural sector.
Our theme is Tech for this issue of Essex Director, and our lead interview is with Mike Adams OBE, CEO of disability organisation, Purple. Our ‘Spotlight’ is with Lara Fox, MD at Objective, and our ‘Quickfire’ is with Juliet Price, MD at Park City Consulting. We also have a special feature on P18/19 about ‘Tech Trends’ which you might find interesting.
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