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CONTENTS Welcome to the second issue of Business Action, the independent North Devon-based business magazine. We were overwhelmed by the positive reaction to the first issue as we distributed copies across the area, from Chulmleigh to Bideford, from Lynmouth to Holsworthy. In response, we have increased print distribution by 25% to 2,500 for this issue. You can also read the magazine online after the print copies have been distributed – subscribers get immediate access – see below. As promised, in this issue we cover businesses right across North Devon, not just in one or two big towns – no other business publication does this. Wherever possible, we try to meet or visit businesses, because you can’t beat seeing what people actually do and drinking in the atmosphere and experiencing what excites business owners. Blowing with the breeze As we write, Brexit is still in the balance and, we suspect, uncertainty will continue even after decisions are made and rejected again and again. This is not good for business, but the first rule of business is to assess the environment in which you operate and work out how to make the most of it. We all have to be smart, adaptable, resilient and the best we can possibly be. We also have to support each other. The best business support comes from each other’s businesses, so we need to be generous with our time and our advice to build an economy that can withstand anything. WELCOME North Devon Enterprise Day We were discussing what could bring all businesses in the area together – and we mean all businesses, small and large, new and old, those in the big towns and those operating from remote farms across the 800 square miles of North Devon – when we came up with the concept for North Devon Enterprise Day. This is a day to promote and celebrate enterprise in the area and what better way than the ultimate free lunch – the North Devon Enterprise Day Free Networking Buffet at BBxpo at Devon Hall, Bideford College? The date is Thursday 24 October 2019 – you can register your place(s) at the buffet and for the free business exhibition and presentations at bbxpo19.eventbrite.co.uk. We are delighted that the Google Digital Garage will be presenting two workshops at the BBxpo – see page 8. There’s lots more you can get involved in on the day – see ndevonent.uk. In the meanwhile, we hope you enjoy reading this issue and find it useful. Subscribe for £40 per year Business Action subscribers receive: ➤➤6 x print magazines per year posted to a UK mainland address ➤➤Exclusive access to online version on date of publication plus download or print – non-subscribers have to wait for access ➤➤Free listing in needitfindit.uk online directory ➤➤Up to 3 free business event listings per month on web site Cover photo by Robert Zarywacz Subscribe online now at business-action.co.uk business ACTION Web site | business-action.co.uk Online version | business-action.uk Vol 1 Issue 2 – Apr/May 2019 – distribution 2,500 across North Devon CONTENTS NDMA Manufacturing Awards.................................................................... 2 Market research firm’s success................................................................ 2 Pinnacle Award for young people............................................................ 3 Public unaware of how to recycle scrap metal................................. 3 Power plant firm installs solar power.................................................... 3 Commercial property firm celebrates 10 years................................ 4 Online marketplace doubles transactions.......................................... 4 Family loss leads to enterprising solution.......................................... 5 Recycling equipment firm expands to meet demand.................... 6 You can afford to advertise.......................................................................... 6 Ilfracombe hotel is the business............................................................... 7 BBxpo, exhibitors and presentations.................................................... 8 Google Digital Garage courses................................................................. 8 North Devon Enterprise Day....................................................................... 9 Marley Comms to provide 4G Wi-Fi at BBxpo 2019 ...................... 9 Welding business builds a promising future ................................... 10 North Devon business events.................................................................... 10 Does anyone actually know what they’re doing?............................ 11 In the Hot Seat: Neil Hughes of Dartington Crystal....................... 12 Design and branding locally and worldwide...................................... 13 Healthier planet, healthier sales................................................................ 13 Magnetic North Devon: Memories of a sparkling sea................... 14 Lynton deli brings quality food to the high street........................... 15 Candlemaker lights up customers’ lives.............................................. 15 People...................................................................................................................... 16 Business listings............................................................................................... 16 Accessible accountants attract new clients...................................... 17 Teamwear firm signs deal............................................................................. 17 New roof for textile factory........................................................................... 17 EDITORIAL Robert Zarywacz Editor, Designer & Publisher t: 07971 176044 e: robertz@business-action.co.uk @robertz ADVERTISING Alan Williams Advertising & Publisher t: 07970 671192 e: alan@business-action.co.uk © Need it Find it 2019. All information in this magazine is published in good faith. Any views expressed are not necessarily those of the publisher, Need it Find it. Readers are strongly recommended to seek advice from an appropriate professional before taking any action on any topic discussed in the magazine and to check full terms and conditions of any products or services promoted in advertisements. @businessactionm | April / May 2019 | business action 1
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