14th July: CEPN Network Meeting

By Amanda Daniels from Koogar | Published: May 27, 2011
July 14, 2011
6:30 pmto8:30 pm

Main Speaker:

Emma Cousens – Work/Life Balance

Venue: Castle Park House, Frodsham. WA6 6SE

Time: 6.30pm Buffet

Cost: £5.00 per person!

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May meeting

By Amanda Daniels from Koogar | Published: May 15, 2011

The May meeting of the CEPN Business Form was held at Ellesmere Port Civic Hall on Thursday 12th May. In total 35 members and guests enjoyed an evening of talks and networking.

Amanda Daniels opened the meeting and asked everyone to give 15 seconds of what they do and who they would like to be connected to.

The 10 minute member slot was Iain Girling of Girling Supplies being interviewed by Frank Rogers who is the presenter of CEPN TV! iain was asked about his products, market place and what referrals he was looking for to gain additional exposure for Girling Supplies. Girling Supplies provides catering solutions for all buisnesses who manufacture or process food for sales to the public from either shop, restaurant or hotel.

The raffle saw a number of prizes that were offered by members businesses as well as the wine and 200 words promoting the members business on the CEPN web site.

The main speaker was Andrew Greenyer (Head of Marketing Knowledge and IT) from Business Link North West. He started by saying that Business Link is staying open, but unfortunately the regional operation is closing November 2011. A new product will replace it ‘Coaching for Growth’.

Andrew then showed a series of short videos highlighting how businesses should be using Social Media as a marketing tool. Putting Facebook, Twitter and Linked In on business banners. Social media is no longer a fad and it is estimated that 22% of time spent on line is for using social media. Andrew then discussed the many different technologies available and how best to use them.

He finished by listing the following:
1. Set out your objectives for social media
2. Think about long term relationships
3. Start with listening to customers and colleagues
4. Use e marketing and social media together
5. Think of your e marketing and social networking as a reflection of your organisation
6. Think ROI (return on investment) not cost

After questions, the meeting closed with thanks from Amanda Daniels. The next meeting is on 9th June at Chester Sports and Social Club, Hoole.

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9th June CEPN Business Forum Meeting

By Amanda Daniels from Koogar | Published: May 15, 2011
June 9, 2011
6:30 pmto8:30 pm

Main Speaker:

Advanced School of Motoring

Membership Showcase:

Bill Hobden from ICON Business Solutions

Venue: Cheshire County Sports Club, Plas-Newton Lane, Chester, CH2 1PR

Time: 6.30pm Bar and Buffet

Cost: £5.00 per person!

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Celebrate Cheshire!

By Amanda Daniels from Koogar | Published: May 15, 2011

Your invited tot he launch of Celebrate Cheshire on 17th May at Chester Race Course 10am-11am

If you would like to attend, please RSVP: m.hughes@marketingcheshire.co.uk

Corporate website: www.visitchesterandcheshire.co.uk
Consumer websites: www.visitchester.com www.visitcheshire.com
Conference website: www.meetinchesterandcheshire.com

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CEPN Business Forum Meeting 14th April 2011

By Amanda Daniels from Koogar | Published: April 27, 2011

The April meeting of the CEPN Business Forum met at Chester Sports and Social Club. The meeting comprised of 2 parts. The first half was a guest speaker, Red Shift Radio and the remainder of the meeting was taken up with the AGM.

Liz Southall, a founder of Red Shift Radio introduced the internet station which was started in September 2010 by herself (Bizzy Lizzy and Dr Gav).

The aim of Red Shift Radio is to:
1. Bring communities together
2. Bring business to Crewe and Nantwich
3. Give the community a voice through local radio.

There is also the Red Shift Hub which works with and introduces schools, youth and church to a broader audience through presenting programmes on Red Shift.

Liz introduced the programme schedule which currently has 55 presenters. There are on average 400 on line listeners per day and 3000 social media followers. So far the radio station has raised £900.00 for charity.

Liz talked about the future where currently they have a restricted FM licence which finishes on 1st May. They will continue as an internet station and hope to develope media services.

For local businesses, Red Shift offers the following:
1. Radio advertising
2. Social media
3. Mini marketing plans
4. Referral networking
5. Guest appearances on programmes

There then followed a question and answer station which included questions from members of the forum who have guested on the radio and presented programmes. Readers can follow red on the following Twitter and Facebook links.

The raffle was drawn and winners were Brenda Parry, Ann Girling and Andrew Bagnall.

After a short break, the AGM was chaired by Amanda Daniels and minutes were taken by the Secretary.

The next meeting is on May 12th at Ellesmere Port Civic centre where the members 10 minute slot will be Iain Girling of Girling Supplies being interviewed by Frank Rogers (CEPN TV!) and Andrerw Greener who will talk about Social Media.

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Workability Recruitment Response provides a free recruitment service to SMEs

By Amanda Daniels from Koogar | Published: April 26, 2011

Workability Recruitment Response provides a free recruitment service to SMEs within Cheshire West and Chester.  Funded by ERDF and run from CWAC’s Ellesmere Port offices, WRR will handle all stages of the recruitment process from listing the vacancy on the directgov website, handling applications, short listing and interviewing candidates, a bit like having a recruitment agency working with them for free!

This is the support programme ‘Workability Response’, which in simple terms supports SME’s with recruitment.

This is a free service to local companies to assist them with filling vacancies, a bit like having a recruitment agency working with them for free! If you can circulate to businesses and perhaps Helen could join you at any future events, she’s more than a happy to speak to any interested companies.

Workability A5 Flyer

Contact:

Helen Crampton Project Assistant, Workability Recruitment Response

Tel: 0151 356 6907

Email: Helen.Crampton@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk

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Celebrity Concert – Thursday 12th May

By Amanda Daniels from Koogar | Published: April 26, 2011

Celebrity Concert

Thursday 12th May from 7.00 for 7.30

By the acclaimed Finzi String Quartet.

In aid of the Chester Childbirth Appeal

In the Wolf Room at Eaton Park

(By kind permission of their Graces the Duke and Duchess of Westminster)

The programme will include music by Haydn, Ravel, Schubert and Mendelssohn.

The concert is to celebrate 20 years of the Chester Childbirth Appeal which supports patients and their families in the Women’s and Children’s Building at the Countess of Chester Hospital.

Tickets £20. (including interval refreshments and wine)

Tickets are sold only in advance

From Pat Daniels on 01244 350 755

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Be prepared for new regulations that may affect your business

By Amanda Daniels from Koogar | Published: April 26, 2011

6 April 2011 is the first Common Commencement Date (CCD) of 2011. This event, which happens twice a year, is where key government departments issue new regulations and make changes to existing ones. Some of these changes simplify existing legislation for businesses.

Business Link is committed to providing you with the latest news and relevant information for your business. For your convenience, we have summarised the key points of the changes and the action you may need to take in order to comply.

Visit our website to check if any of the new regulations apply to you. http://blnw.cgml2.com/blnwlz//lz.aspx?p1=05836641S551&w=630&cID=0&cValue=1

Business Link’s website is used by government departments to give advance information to companies about regulations coming into effect. To take advantage of this, sign up for updates http://blnw.cgml2.com/blnwlz//lz.aspx?p1=05836641S551&w=628&cID=0&cValue=1(registration is required for this service).

Supporting North West Businesses
businesslink.gov.uk
0845 00 66 888

Business Link Northwest – the region’s free to use, independent business support service

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12th May CEPN Meeting

By Amanda Daniels from Koogar | Published: April 20, 2011

Main Speaker:

Andrew Greenyer is doing a Social Media Masterclass

Membership Showcase:

Iain Girling being interviewed by Frank Rodgers (a.k.a. CEPN TV)
Venue: Civic Hall, Civic Centre, Civic Way, Ellesmere Port. CH65 0BE.

Time: 6.30pm Bar and Buffet

Cost: £5.00 per person!

Donte a Prize?

We would also like to ask if you would like to donate a prize for the evening?

We currently have:

We are looking for a few more prizes to give out and if you would like to donate then please contact chair@cepnforum.org.uk

We would also like to ask if you would like to donate a prize for the evening?

We currently have:

We are looking for a few more prizes to give out and if you would like to donate then please contact chair@cepnforum.org.uk

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West Cheshire and North Wales Chamber of Commerce

By Amanda Daniels from Koogar | Published: March 22, 2011

West Cheshire and North Wales Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Lloyds TSB Commercial are pleased to invite you to a “Lending” evening at the Lloyds TSB branch in Foregate Street Chester at 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm on Wednesday 13th April to learn more about Lloyds TSB’s desire to lend more to local businesses.

There will be news of our positive approach to lending and information to enable you to minimise the risk of interest rate rises going forwards – all over a glass of fine wine and some mature cheese in relaxed surroundings.

The Commercial team will be available to discuss any propositions you may have and answer questions on all matters financial.

Join us on the 13th – it might be the best event you attend this year!

I have informed Colin of the plan to but the event on business link, he says thank you.

Below I have put the eventbrite link for you.

http://lloydstsblendingevening.eventbrite.com/contactorganizer?eid=1402700515

Should you have any queries about this event please click here to contact West Cheshire and North Wales Chamber of Commerce.

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