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Welcome to Suffolk Director,
the county’s leading business Magazine

As a friend of business leaders, entrepreneurs, directors, partners and owners of SME, Suffolk 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.

The Winter 2023 | 24 issue is themed…

Our lead interview is with David Scott, who talks about growing up in the family antiques business, to working with big brands, before becoming CEO of The Hotel Folk, a community of folk obsessed with looking after guests at its six Suffolk hotels.

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Helping you run your business better.

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 Suffolk and are willing to share their knowledge. 

In this issue of Suffolk Director Magazine

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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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Suffolk Director 5

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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Content this issue

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Seeing the big picture

The first question when a Bay Tree VA starts working with a client is often – ‘what is preventing you from getting on with what you NEED to be doing?’

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Stopping the IT pain before it starts

By Gary Rayner, AnyIT
As with our own health, we don’t tend to see an expert for help unless something needs fixing. But unlike personal wellbeing, where most of us are aware of the simple measures we can take to reduce the chances of something bad happening, I.T. can feel rather more alien, complicated and unnecessary unless there’s a problem.
Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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A new dawn for Buckle Shipping

By Tom Maddison, Buckle Shipping

For 52 years, Buckle Shipping has been a beacon of reliability. From our base at the Port of Felixstowe, we have remained a steadfast stalwart of the freight forwarding industry.

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Nurturing excellence

By Rebecca Thurlow, Compass Point Recruitment

By delving into the principles of recruiter-led nurturing, we reveal a remarkable approach to the job search process that moves beyond the conventional criteria.

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Get the skin you deserve

By Juliette John, Aesthetic Laser Skin Wellness Clinic
We know how much skin problems can impact confidence and lower self-esteem. From our clinic on Tuddenham Road in Ipswich, we want to shine a light on how laser treatments and injectables can transform your appearance, helping you get back your mojo and face the world with a smile.

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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A festival of Christmas magic

Historic Rougham Estate with its jewel in the crown, Blackthorpe Barn, makes the most of the festive season with a packed calendar that leaves every day feeling like Christmas.

Published in Suffolk Director Magazine Winter 2023|24

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Creating thriving business futures

By Sarah Hamilton, People Puzzles

Despite widespread economic challenges, a growing number of businesses throughout the Eastern region have been quietly thriving.

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Putting ethics above profit

By Colin Low, Founder and Managing Director, Kingsfleet

Before setting up my own company, I worked for a number of financial firms and noticed just how much focus was placed on profit above providing value to clients.

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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.

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Offering patients a lifeline

By Dr Charlotte Ridout, Deben Private GP Services
When Covid hit, everything stopped. Then the tidal wave of patients seeking help came. Unfortunately, that has meant a lot of people have been unable to access the healthcare they need when they need it, and three years on, demand continues to be relentless.

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The Suffolk Show is open for business

John Taylor, Director at the Suffolk Show, talks about the history of the event, its goals and the opportunity it provides for local businesses to showcase their offering.

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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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Making sport accessible for all

By Steve Brown, Ipswich Sports Club

Extensive research has shown the benefits of sports for children. From preventing obesity, to better co-ordination and balance, to instilling discipline and boosting self-esteem, confidence and social skills, the list is endless.

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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Spotlight

Lessons I have learnt

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nurture suffolk

Our lead interview is with David Scott, who talks about growing up in the family antiques business, to working with big brands, before becoming CEO of The Hotel Folk, a community of folk obsessed with looking after guests at its six Suffolk hotels.

be in the know, to have the know how.​

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nurture suffolk

Our lead interview is with David Scott, who talks about growing up in the family antiques business, to working with big brands, before becoming CEO of The Hotel Folk, a community of folk obsessed with looking after guests at its six Suffolk hotels.

Suffolk Director magazines BUILD cover - Summer/Autumn

BUILD

Our lead interview is with Clare Friel, who talks candidly about her early years including becoming a Mum at 17, and her journey into the construction world and setting up her own business, Friel marketing.

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CHANGE

Our theme is Change for this issue of Suffolk Director, lead interview is with Jonny and Dulcie Crickmore of Fen Farm in Bungay. Their story is a brilliant example of how as traditional dairy farmers, the couple have diversified into producing the award-winning Brie-de-Meaux style cheese, Baron Bigod.
‘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.

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TECH

Our theme is Tech for this issue of Suffolk Director, and our lead interview is with Chris Pont, Co-founder and Chair of software delivery, data and business intelligence firm, IJYI. Our ‘Quickfire’ is with Andy Skinner, MD of AMS Business Consultants and ‘Lessons I have learnt’ comes from Josh Yasar, Finance and Commercial Director at Pound Gates. We also have a special feature on P18/19 about ‘Tech Trends’ which you might find interesting.

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