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Focus on the British and Irish Trade A liance
including an interview with president Paul Whitnell
and Manchester Chair, Christiane Hutchinson
Adapting, not optimising
Analysis from Phil Jones MBE, MD of Brother UK,
on busine ses coming out of lockdown.
Slipping through the cracks
Free adverts for our struggling busine s community
who don’t qualify for government suppor through
the crisis, plus analysis of lobbying e forts to persuade
governmen to o fer support.
The future of workforce
verification and compliance
Interview with Michael Dodd, CEO of V Site Pa s
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for industrial users.
Becoming better business leaders
Focus on the launch of the South Manchester Alternative Board
including an interview with facilitator Mark Kane.
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Anyone can be accused of a crime...
Interview with Lawyer Tariq Hu sain, Managing Director of Petherbridge Ba sra
Solicitors, looking at potential problems with busine ses being accused
of crimes including furlough fraud.
Electric all the way
Ireland’s commercial vehicle distributor succe s story Ha ris Group create a
new base in Wa rington. Interview with COO John McEvoy.
Manchester’s home for Gin
The Atlas Bar on Deansgate share their experience in the hospitality sector
over the last year of being on the frontline of restrictions.
Preparing to trade with the EU and Ireland
Looking a the impact of the new trading relationship with Michael Nolan,
CEO of Irish customs clearance specialists, Declaron.
Get yourself checked
Important health information from charities Prevent Breast Cancer
and Prostate Cancer UK.
Andy Thompson, MD of nxcoms, guides us through the changeover
from old copper telecoms to new fibre-optic cabling.
Hospitality: Go Wilde in the city!
Exporting: From mutineers to trade agreements
Safety: Keeping the workplace and public safe
Review of Wilde Aparthotels by Staycity latest site opened
on 9 February at St. Peter’s Square in City centre Manchester.
Analysis of the CPTPP - the Comprehensive and Progre sive
Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership.
April/May 2021
Focus on risk management for businesses, also the rollout of
‘Martyn’s Law’ making venues safer from te rorism.
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Theo Paphitis
kicks off Many Hands
Retail magnate and Dragons’ Den star Theo Paphitis kicks o f
the Many Hands charity campaign on behalf of the
Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital at Manchester’s
National Footba l Museum. Fu l event review plus interview inside.
Central Manchester’s newest
office brand
Interview with Jason Davenport from
The Offices, o fering a new approach
to office le ting in the heart of Manchester.
Driven by a Dragon
Interview with Ed Ho lands from
Driven Media, looking at his appearance
on Dragons’ Den securing an investment
from new Dragon Jenny Campbe l.
Salford Masterplan
Focus on the huge new masterplan
to transform the University of Salford
and su rounding area over the next
First Friday
Connectworking
City Centre Business Networking
with GM Busine s Connect Magazine
and Forever Manchester Charity.
Fu l details on the back cover.
June/July 2018
Life after Den
Interview with recent Dragon and Entrepreneur
Jenny Campbell.
Defining a Social Business
Interview with Martyn Wi lcock from the University
of Salford’s Busine s Schoo looking at defining
the new face of the third sector.
The Impact of Brexit
on Exporting
Interview with Marie Boyer from France Line looking
a the effect on the UK’s Exporting activities.
Small Business Commissioner
The Altrincham & Sale Chamber brings Sma l Business
Commi sioner to Tra ford.
First Friday #Connectworking
City Centre Busine s Networking with GM Busine s Connect
Magazine and Forever Manchester Charity.
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Theo Paphitis pictured outside the National Footba l Museum a the Urbis building in Central Manchester
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Ex-Dragons’ Den Entrepreneur Jenny Campbe l
BITA president Paul Whitne l pictured in Central Manchester
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Tariq Hu sain, Managing Director of Petherbridge Ba sra Solicitors
L-R Carl Heyw od, Director of Client Services and Tony Hi l, A sociate Director of Leisure Guard Security,
pictured outside newly opened Wilde Aparthotels by Staycity, St Peter’s Square, Manchester
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welcome
Welcome to the Halton and Warrington
Business Fair at DCBL Stadium Halton.
Business to Business Exhibion - a wide variety of
companies and organisaons are showcasing their products and
services in the exhibion area.
Exhibitors are on hand to provide advice and offer soluons on
topics including markeng, business finance, making your
business cleaner and greener, management/performance
improvement and lots more. Plus there are some great free
business workshops taking place throughout the day.
Ask the Expert - A range of Experts are on hand to
provide advice and guidance on a range of issues
Free 1-2-1 Ask the Expert Clinics from Chartered Management
Instute for individuals and organisaons with queries around
management and leadership development, personal /
professional development, experienal learning, including
business simulaon, and performance improvement.
Clean Growth UK, ECO-I North West and Low Carbon Eco-
Innovatory (LJMU) - Talk to the team to discover what support
is available to help businesses reduce carbon emissions,
become greener and increase profitability
Visit exhibitors such as Halton Borough Council, Halton
Chamber, LCR BeMore and Business & IP Centre Liverpool City
Region to find out about some of the local Businesss Support
available
And talk to lots of other great exhibitors about your key
business issues such as Sales, Markeng, Finance and Business
Growth
Finally don’t forget to take advantage of your Free Visitor
Promoon - talk to the Liverpool BA team on the front desk if
you haven’t already got the details
For further information on future events, please visit our
website www.businessfairsuk.com. Finally, thank you for
attending and we hope that you have a productive and
enjoyable time.
Seminars and Workshops
10.45am: Work Smarter, not Harder! Effecve Time
Management
Learn how to manage your me beer in this workshop which will cover topics including:
Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effecve People - How effecve communicaon saves
me - Priorisaon and ‘To Do’ lists - Avoiding interrupons and other me stealers -
Effecve delegaon - Confidence to say “no”
Business Doctor for St Helens, Wigan, Widnes & Leigh, Steve Smith joined the Business
Doctors network with 30 years’ experience in Senior Management and Director roles for
blue chip companies such as Procter and Gamble, Kellogg’s and AG Barr.
Delivered by Steve Smith, Business Doctor
11.30am: An Introducon to Personality Types and
how they affect the sales process
3 out of 4 people think and act differently to you.
Learn how to idenfy different personality types and how by adapng your approach to
people you can sell more, become a more effecve manager and make friends and build
trust quicker.
Andy is a Master Coach and trainer helping business owners create happy, wealthy, &
producve workplaces by providing sales, business networking, mind set training &
coaching.
Delivered by Andy Guile, Master Coach & Trainer, Ask Andy Guile
12.20pm: How to Stand out on LinkedIn
In this session, Ian Nicklin will give an outline of using LinkedIn to generate more prospects
and more business. Ian will cover:
~ What is LinkedIn and why should I invest me in it?
~ How to get a perfect LinkedIn headline in 3 steps, interacve session
~ Top ps – How to get the best out from your profile.
~ How do I build Credibility as the Industry Expert.
~ Sales Navigator – What is it and how do I use it to generate business
~ How do I find my ideal target prospects and engage with them.
~ How to write engaging messages with a strong call to acon
Ian and his team of Ninjas help busy professionals to maximize their LinkedIn profile and
fill their pipeline by harnessing the power of LinkedIn..
Delivered by Ian Nicklin, Managing Director, In Business Ninjas
1.40pm: How To Land New Clients With Targeted
Outreach
Everybody wants more clients, but how do you actually go about finding them?
In this session, we will cover how you can reach out to potenal clients in a genuine way
and get them interested in working with you.
Michael Sterling is a new business development consultant and founder of MS Markeng.
Michael helps business owners discover new avenues to land new clients predictably so
that growing the business becomes easier..
Delivered by Michael Sterling, Founder, MS Markeng
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exhibitors
24/7 Technology Ltd
24/7 Technology provide reliable, flexible solutions to meet the requirements of your
business. A managed service provider specialising in IT support, Cloud, Managed Print
and reducing costs using Document Management.
0333 8000 247 www.247technology.co.uk
ABCounting Ltd
ABCounting is a firm of Chartered Management Accountants based on the Wirral.
Working alongside clients, helping them to grow their businesses through a greater
understanding of their numbers. With specialist knowledge of the Digital and Creative
industries, they are able to offer an outsourced finance function covering accountancy,
tax, consultancy, and bookkeeping services.
0151 528 8444 I: @abcounting.ltd www.abcounting.co.uk
L: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wedothesums/
Ask Andy Guile at New Directions
Welcome to New Directions, the business coaching and training service.
Through business coaching or training Andy helps SMEs and bigger businesses; sales teams
and individuals achieve results and reach goals. He also provides strategic counsel to business
owners around the what, the when and the how of running their company.
Regardless of how long you have been in business for, how big or small your company is, Andy
can create tailored business coaching or training to help you.
Andy uses scientifically proven methods of Emotional Intelligence and Accelerated Learning to
ensure he offers quality training and delivers results from day 1.
If you are a SME or have bigger businesses with a team of 10 or more, if you need your team to
perform a new skill, or improve on their current tasks and get that extra bit from them, Andy’s
proven training methods are highly effective and achieve great results.
Or, if you are a business owner wanting to take your business to the next level and achieve
more, by working with him and using his coaching techniques, Andy will help you create the
type of business you want. He will give you the confidence to grow your company and most
importantly support you in taking your business from where it is now to where you want it to be.
Andy’s approach is personal, fun and flexible. And while he does have many valuable set
courses available, he is extremely adaptable, and always customises his coaching and training
around every individual client’s needs.
So, get ready, find your New Direction and call today.
07960 888 001 T: @askandyguile F: @askandyguile
https://askandyguile.newzenler.com/
BBX UK
BBX is a business tool that guarantees new customers, and reduces costs, through a
preferred supplier community.
Why should you open an account with BBX?
- Guaranteed New Customers - Enhanced Profits - Increase Market Share
- Improve Cash Flow - Interest Free Credit Facility - Access to BBX Rewards
- Access to BBX Advantage
0333 400 2014 T: @bbx_uk F: @ebbxuk
https://bbxuk.com/
Business Connect Magazine
An independent business to business bi-monthly magazine published both in print and online.
Business Connect Magazine covers a wide range of regions and business sectors and has an
emphasis on B2B networking connecting many different businesses together on a common
platform. Based in Greater Manchester, the magazine has been bringing the business
community of the North together for over 8 years. IT has recently rebranded from GM Business
Connect to accommodate fast growing interest from different business sectors across the UK
and beyond. Connecting businesses has always defined Business Connect Magazine, and to
now engage with businesses across the UK and further afield offers readers and advertisers an
exciting set of opportunities for the future.
07708 987 518 https://www.gmbusinessconnect.co.uk/
T: @GMBizConnect F: @BusinessConnectMagazine
Business Doctors
Business Doctors started in 2004 providing SME business owners with affordable, down
to earth advice. We develop strategies suited to clients’ goals and needs to help them
Achieve their Vision. Practice, dedication, and experience have made us experts in our
field, but we don’t just coach, we get on the pitch!
Steve Smith is the Business Doctor for St Helens, Wigan, Widnes & Leigh. He is the
Author of ‘Leadership, Levity and the Power of Baked Alaska’ https://amzn.to/3wPd8fh –
copies will be available on the day.
07834 498 261 www.businessdoctors.co.uk
Business & IP Centre Liverpool City Region
We provide free, expert business start-up, growth and intellectual property support to
sole traders and small businesses across the Liverpool City Region. Our main centre is
in Liverpool Central Library and there are now BIPC locals in Birkenhead Central,
Allerton, Crosby, Huyton, St Helens and Widnes Libraries.
0151 233 5825 T: @bipcliverpool
www.liverpool.gov.uk/bipc
Chartered Management Institute
Professional body for Managers and Leaders, focusing on improving personal and
organisational performance.
We set the standards, support individual and organisational development, provide
accreditation, qualifications and professional recognition, including Chartered Manager
status. Attractive membership rates for individuals and organisations at each event.
01539 726191 / 077 966 95259 T: @cmi_managers F:
@bettermanagers I: @cmi_managers
www.managers.org.uk
CIEED
The Centre of International Executive Education and Development (CIEED) team draws on
years of experience gained both in the workplace (public, private and not-for-profit), as well as
in the field of education, in developing a better understanding of how learning and development
can make a greater impact, both for the individual and the organisation.
CIEED offers a unique range and blend of learning and development aimed at developing
current and future leaders and managers as professionals and executives.
Whether you are an individual wanting to maximise your potential, an employer seeking to get
the best out of your workforce, or an educational institution seeking to ensure your students are
better prepared for the workplace and to achieve greater success in their careers, the CIEED is
your ideal flexible partner, able to tailor a solution which best meets your needs.
01539 726 191 / 07796 695 259 www.cieed.uk.com
Clean Growth UK (LJMU)
Innovation is what helps create a sustainable future for businesses and we support
organisations, of any size or sector, to achieve this. Clean Growth UK, with Liverpool
John Moores University, provide a range of business support, as the bridge between
academia and industry, our activities include: grant identification and bid writing, access
to funding, networking and events, conferences, undergraduate and post graduate
projects as well as testing and research capabilities at our university.
0151 231 2540 @CleanGrowth_uk https://www.clean-growth.uk
Costco Wholesale
Costco is only open to members who pay an annual fee, there are 2 types of
membership - Trade and Individual.
Costco Warehouses present one of the largest and most exclusive product category
selection under a single roof.
01942 868 604 www.costco.co.uk
Face for Business
Telephone Answering and Managed Live Chat for UK businesses.
We provide call handling and outsourced reception for businesses of all types and sizes.
Our PAs are the difference and really do aim to delight.
0333 323 1007 @face4business @faceforbusiness1
Instagram: @faceforbusiness www.ffb.co.uk
FR Fire Protection
Supply and service of fire extinguishers, fire blankets, and small suppression systems.
All training carried out at your premises. In-service testing and inspection of all electrical
equipment carried out to IET Code of Practice.
0333 987 5254 https://frfire.co.uk/
Halton Borough Council
The Employment, Learning and Skills division provide a free job matching service to
employers and funding to support local business with recruitment and signposting to
training opportunities.
The Business Improvement & Growth team act as impartial brokers to assist
businesses to settle in and grow in the borough. Assist with finding commercial property,
liaising with other Council departments and can recommend the most relevant business
support and funding for your business.
0151 511 7547 T: @HaltonBC | @runcornwidnes
www.halton.gov.uk
Halton Chamber of Commerce and Enterprise
Supporting business and helping Members achieve more.
Halton’s leading local business support organisation welcomes all businesses,
regardless of size and sector, and can assist with every stage of development including
start up, growth and internationalisation.
Benefits include:
- 24 hour/7 day week Legal, HR, Health & Safety & Tax Expert advice
- B2B Networking including regular breakfast meetings and sector specific events eg:
Science and Manufacturing Network
- Highly competitive Export Documentation Service
- Low cost training seminars and workshops
- Member to member offers
- PR & Media & Website design service
- Discounted AA Roadside assistance
- Halton Business Awards
Come and say hello and receive a 20% discount when you sign up on the day.
0333 358 3480 www.haltonchamber.co.uk
T: @HaltonChamber I: @haltonchamberofcommerce

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Retail magnate and Dragons’ Den star Theo Paphitis kicks o f
the Many Hands charity campaign on behalf of the
Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital at Manchester’s
National F otba l Museum. Fu l event review plus interview inside.
office brand
Interview with Jason Davenport from
The Offices, o fering a new a proach
to office le ting in the heart of Manchester.
Driven by a Dragon
Interview with Ed Ho lands from
Driven Media, l oking at his appearance
on Dragons’ Den securing an investment
from new Dragon Jenny Campbe l.
Salford Masterplan
Focus on the huge new masterplan
to transform the University of Salford
and su rounding area over the next
two decades.
First Friday
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City Centre Busine s Networking
with GM Busine s Co nect Magazine
and Forever Manchester Charity.
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Interview with recent Dragon and Entrepreneur
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Defining a Social Busine s
Interview with Martyn Willcock from the University
of Salford’s Business Sch o looking at defining
the new face of the third sector.
The Impact of Brexit
on Exporting
Interview with Marie Boyer from France Line l oking
a th e fect on the UK’s Exporting activities.
The Altrincham & Sale Chamber brings Sma l Busine s
Co mi sioner to Tra ford.
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Focus on the British and Irish Trade A liance
including an interview with president Paul Whitne l
and Manchester Chair, Christiane Hutchinson
Adapting, not optimising
Analysis from Phil Jones MBE, MD of Brother UK,
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Slipping through the cracks
Free adverts for our stru gling busine s co munity
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Interview with Michael Do d, CEO of V Site Pa s
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for industrial users.
Becoming be ter busine s leaders
Focus on the launch of the South Manchester Alternative Board
including an interview with facilitator Mark Kane.
CONNECTING BUSINESSES ACROSS THE UK AND BEYOND
Theo Paphitis pictured outside the National F otball Museum a the Urbis building in Central Manchester
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Anyone can be accused of a crime .
Interview with Lawyer Tariq Hu sain, Managing Director of Petherbridge Ba sra
Solicitors, l oking at potential problems with busine ses being a cused
of crimes including furlough fraud.
Electric a l the way
Ireland’s co mercial vehicle distributor su ce story Ha ris Group create a
new base in Wa rington. Interview with C O John McEvoy.
Manchester’s home for Gin
The Atlas Bar on Deansgate share their experience in the hospitality sector
over the last year of being on the frontline of restrictions.
Preparing to trade with the EU and Ireland
L oking at the impact of the new trading relationship with Michael Nolan,
CEO of Irish customs clearance specialists, Declaron.
Get yourself checked
Important health information from charities Prevent Breast Cancer
and Prostate Cancer UK.
CONNECTING BUSINESSES ACROSS THE UK AND BEYOND
BITA president Paul Whitne l pictured in Central Manchester
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Hospitality: Go Wilde in the city!
Exporting: From mutin ers to trade agr ements
Safety: K eping the workplace and public safe
Review of Wilde Aparthotels by Staycity latest site opened
on 9 February at St. Peter’s Square in City centre Manchester.
Analysis of the CPT P - the Comprehensive and Progre sive
Agr ement for Trans-Pacific Partnership.
Focus on risk management for busine ses, also the ro lout of
‘Martyn’s Law’ making venue safer from te rorism.
CONNECTING BUSINESSES ACROSS THE UK AND BEYOND
Tariq Hu sain, Managing Director of Petherbridge Ba sra Solicitors
L-R Carl Heyw od, Director of Client Services and Tony Hi l, Associate Director of Leisure Guard Security,
pictured outside newly opened Wilde Aparthotels by Staycity, Peter’s Square, Manchester
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Andy Thompson, MD of nxcoms, guides us through the changeover
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exhibitors
HaltonHour
#HaltonHour community networking and local discovery for businesses and
organisations in and around Runcorn and Widnes in Cheshire. Free Twitter
networking every Thursday at 8pm.
07842 968 543 T: @HaltonHour F: @haltonhour
I: @haltonhourhttps://haltonhour.co.uk
Impact Academy Ltd
Impact Academy is a national training provider delivering government funded staff
training and apprenticeships. We offer qualifications in the digital, energy, housing
and business sectors all delivered by Tutors, virtually within the workplace.
Courses include, - Junior Energy Manager - Community Energy Specialist - Digital
Marketing & Social Media - Content Producer - Housing & Property Management -
Operations Manager - Team Leader - Business Administrator - Sales Exec -
Customer Service - Learning Mentor - Assessor Coach - L&D Practitioner
07966 455 050 T: @ImpactAcademyEn
F: @ImpactAcademyEngland I: @impactacademyengland
L:https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactacademyuk/
Y: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpe5nttVfZrHr2yPPrY9Zbw
www.impactacademy.uk
In Business Ninjas
Unlock the full power of LinkedIn by reaching out to thousands of highly targeted
potential prospects. Then connect and engage with authentic and value-added
messages leading to warmed up, pre-qualified leads.
03333 112 230 www.inbusinessninjas.co.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/company/in-business-ninjas
Liverpool BA
We have been organising Business Fairs and Exhibitions since 2002, when we first
held our flagship event the Liverpool Business Fair at Liverpool Town Hall.
Visiting our Business Fairs is free and there will always be a range of interesting
features and lots of networking and business opportunities.
And if you are looking at exhibition and sponsorship opportunities, we have a wide
range of options to suit all budgets and requirements.
0151 709 8932 T: @LiverpoolBA F: @liverpoolba.fairs I: @liverpoolba.fairs
https://www.businessfairsuk.com
Liverpool City Region Combined Authority
Looking to upskill your workforce?
Our skills brokers are ready to support you with free, impartial guidance on funding,
skills and apprenticeships.
The Skills Brokerage Service is funded by the European Social Fund and LCR
Strategic Investment Fund.
07717 301 334 T: @be_lcr F: @lcr.bemore.3
I: @lcr_be_more https://be-more.info/training
Liverpool John Moores University (Eco-I North West)
ECO-I North West offers SME’s support to develop their ideas and innovations
through our world class academic expertise and cutting-edge technology. From
collaborative research and development right through to delivering commercialisation
strategies, Eco-I NW and LJMU can assist your business to realise the low-carbon
potential in your products, processes and services. Eco-I NW is part-funded by the
European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).
0151 231 2507 T: @LJMU
https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/microsites/eco-i-northwest
LJMU Graduate Futures
LJMU Graduate Futures - connecting SMEs to graduate talent’ is a 2.4m project that
supports businesses in the Liverpool City Region to grow and prosper by harnessing
the skills of university students and graduates.
07929 869 130 T: @GraduateLcr
https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/careers/graduate-futures
Low Carbon Eco-Innovatory
Low Carbon Eco-Innovatory (LCEI) works with SMEs in the Liverpool City Region. A
partnership between LJMU, University of Liverpool and Lancaster University and partfunded
by ERDF, LCEI connects businesses to the world of academia and research,
opening up access to cutting-edge resources and leading expertise to support the
development of a low carbon economy and to give businesses support to reduce
carbon emissions and increase profitability, gain a competitive edge and encourage
innovative thinking.
0151 904 1487 / 0151 794 2246
T: @EcoInnovatory F: @Eco-Innovatory I: @EcoInnovatory
www.ljmu.ac.uk/ecoinnovatory
MS Marketing
MS Marketing is a marketing and new business development agency. We help B2B
service providers get in touch with their ideal prospects and land them as clients. This
can be through outreach marketing, content marketing and sales consulting.
07926 244 312 themsmarketing.com
L: https://www.linkedin.com/company/michael-sterling-marketing/
Nightstop Communities Northwest CIC (NCNW)
Nightstop Communities Northwest CIC (NCNW) is a multi-award winning and longestablished
organisation with an exemplary, evidence-based track record of delivering
critical homeless and associated mental health support services directly to vulnerable
beneficiaries and clients within Halton, Warrington, LCR and the surrounding
communities. Email: reception@ncnw.co.uk
0151 345 6454 T: @NightStop_HWP
F: nightstop.communities.1 I: @nightstop_hwp
www.ncnw.co.uk
North West Cyber Resilience Centre
Cybercrime is on the increase, and we need to protect our businesses!
We are Police led in supporting SMEs in the North West in preventing cyber crime
against their business. Our membership provides valuable tools/support and services
to help you reduce your risk of being attacked.
07510 064 082 T: @northwestcrc I: @northwestcrc
www.nwcrc.co.uk
Office Bridge Solutions
Office Bridge Group was founded by Paul Newby in 2005, when he operated as a man in a
van, supplying printer consumables and a cartridge recycling programme to Cheshire
schools, medical centres, and businesses. Carrying out all administrative tasks from his
home office in an evening. Move on 16 years and still servicing many of the same
customers Office Bridge Group now employs 8 local staff from its head office in Manor Park
Runcorn.
The product range has expanded dramatically from 5000 products back in 2005 to more
than 200,000 products today. Including Stationery, Furniture, Medical Supplies, Workwear,
Educational Resources, Promotional Items, Print & Design and Managed Print Services.
Having won a number of large national accounts Office Bridge Group exceeded the 1 million
turnover target back in 2018, and the business continues to go from strength to strength. A
key factor in our progression has been the company ethos in which the customer is king,
and we pride ourselves on competitive pricing and exceptional customer service.
The next step for Office Bridge Group is business acquisitions and we plan to expand in
different areas of the country, offering employment to those local areas whilst replicating the
work that our fantastic team carry out daily to create service levels that are second to none.
Stock - With large stock levels of fast moving office product essentials we are in a great
position to offer a fast service in those urgent times. Backed up by our large distribution
network of suppliers holding in excess of 20 million with 1000’s of lines available from
leading manufacturers.
Delivery - Our dedicated team offer a white glove service, working with many customers to
ensure the best delivery service is offered every time.
Ordering - You can place orders with us online, via email, phone and even through social
media cut off time is 5pm
Honesty, Integrity and Reliability - If we tell you, we will do something we do it - If we can’t
do it, we will advise you and offer additional advice to help - Our long-term aim is to
establish a working relationship that is mutually beneficial
We really do care about all of our customers, employees and our local communities and will
continue to operate with this ethos for many years to come.
01928 238 503 T: @OfficeBridgeHQ F: @OfficeBridgeHQ I:
@OfficeBridgeHQ L: https://www.linkedin.com/company/officebridgegroup/
Y: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr7iAwODiKRueOzis5H3y_w
www.officebridgegroup.com
Pro-Business Consulting Limited
Pro-Business Consulting Limited is your trusted partner in providing Innovative
Solutions to move your Business Forward.
We are a growing consultancy in MedTech and Pharmaceuticals. We aim to become
market leaders and support businesses to overcome the Regulatory and Quality
challenges in bringing the products to the market globally. We steer businesses to
manage & sustain change by providing industry leading consulting solutions and
developing risk-based models for businesses. Our motive is to provide structured
framework for businesses to meet long term goals.
07403 150 676 T: @probusinessconsultinguk
L: https:/company/pro-business-consulting-limited
www.pbc-uk.com

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POS Logix Ltd
Based in Buckley Flintshire we provide EPOS solutions to all types of businesses.
For over 10 years we have been developing our EPOS software inhouse using the
latest technology. Our software has a simple and easy to use design that makes it
easy for users to grasp and we are here to help you at every step, in order to make
the most of your EPOS system.
01244 445570 F: @poslogix poslogix.co.uk
Primas Law
Primas Law is a boutique corporate law firm with offices in Manchester and Cheshire.
Primas Law specialises in corporate and commercial law including insolvency,
litigation, mergers and acquisitions, employment, construction and real estate
focusing on “quality as the priority” for hundreds of clients based across the UK.
0161 835 9090 T: @PrimasLaw www.primaslaw.co.uk
PromoteSME
Simple, affordable marketing solutions for new and small businesses.
Our packages offer practical low cost marketing support when you need it, for as long
as you need it. Choose PromoteSME membership for ongoing support throughout
the year, or one of our short term packages to boost your own marketing activities,
promote special offers or kick start your online and social media marketing.
0151 709 8932 T: @PromoteSME https://promotesme.com
Redcow Printing
We are a bespoke wallpaper printer and manufacturer which prints and produces custom-made
wallpaper and murals, perfect for a variety of settings and projects including restaurant and bar
refits, commercial business premises, shell schemes for exhibitions, point of sale or even domestic
homes.
Our range covers a variety of products:
- Switchscene bespoke wallpaper for commercial premises
- Switchscene A Z wallpaper printed maps
- Switchscene seamless one-piece wallpaper
- Switchscene wide-width wallpaper
- Switchscene superstrength magnetic paint
- Switchscene Wipewall a paint that transforms walls into wipe-clean spaces with multiple uses.
0333 990 1001 www.switchscene.com
Sync
Your specialist Apple, Microsoft and Google business partners. We work with businesses of
all shapes and sizes to supply and support technology and business practices, through a
blend of consultancy, provision, training and support.
TECH MANAGEMENT We manage tech so that businesses don’t have to! Whether its
Apple, Windows, Google, or something else, we have got you covered. We manage over
38,000 devices across the UK and growing.
CORE SERVICES Providing businesses with core services, including Mail (365 and G
Suite), collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams, backup and wifi we map your core services
to your business workflows.
TRAINING Whether its Adobe training, or Apple Certifications you’re after, we can help! We
run over 300 training sessions per year.
TECH SUPPORT We provide dedicated tech support to over 250 organisations, acting as
their in-house support team, ensuring that everything is running smoothly.
TECH SUBSCRIPTION Stay up to date with the latest tech, and reduce your costs Save up
to 30% of the cost of adopting new IT.
0161 605 3838 T: @SyncStoreUK F: @SyncStoreUK
I: @syncstoreuk http://wearesync.co.uk
The Business Exchange by Warrington & Co
The Business Exchange by Warrington & Co was launched in March 2018 and is the
place for businesses of all sectors and sizes, individual entrepreneurs, established
business networks and trade associations to collaborate resulting in a better
connected, more cohesive and stronger economy in Warrington. Membership
includes networking events, social events, monthly newsletter, masterclasses and a
listing on the Business Exchange website.
01925 443 294 T: @WarringtonBEx www.wbex.co.uk
The Factory Of Magic
The Factory Of Magic is the UKs only talent agency dedicated to the magical arts and
our artistes are handpicked from the magic community. Be it close up magic, stage
illusion, card magic or mind reading you can expect a mind blowing experience.
Our exquisite customer service is quite unlike anything you have experienced before.
Providing corporate entertainment for networking events, after dinner parties and
ceremonies, at The Factory Of Magic we create memories that will last a lifetime.
07941006425 F: @FofMagic I: @factoryofmagic
L: @the-factory-of-magic www.factoryofmagic.com
The Meee Partnership Limited
At Meee, we focus on inspiring everyone, everywhere to find, live and give their
magic every day. Our business is founded on the idea that we’re all unique and at our
best we can all be amazing. By using our values and natural strengths, combined
with support from others, we can release the magic that is in all of us to thrive. Meee
helps people live their best lives through our talks, workshops, tools and resources.
07900 156 091 T: @Meee_HQ F: @MeeeHQ I: @meeehq
www.meee.global
The University of Salford - Salford Business School
We aim to deliver industry relevant learning to every student in Salford Business School.
Our programmes are designed by academic experts in the field, working with industry
partners and students. This ensures that educational experiences and qualifications are
contemporary, interdisciplinary, relevant to the world of work, and respected and valued by
employers.
At Salford Business School, we are proud of our close links with business. We have a long
history of engaging with companies to provide work placements, internships, live briefs and
team projects for our students. The opportunities we provide span across our entire range
of courses and form part of all our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. We work with
companies of all sizes, from large multinationals to micro-organisations, finding real projects
and positions so that students can make a difference to companies while enhancing their
employability at the same time.
Placements are an important opportunity for all students. They help them to apply the
knowledge they have gained in the classroom, allow them to build their network, and
introduce them to the realities of work.
Most of our students who undertake a placement see quantifiable improvements in their
academic results, and we encourage students to continue their association with the
organisation they did their work placement with.
Some organisations where students go on placement include:
Ernst and Young (EY) - Booth Ainsworth - IBM - Salford City Council - NHS - Enterprise
Rent A Car
0161 295 2222 T: @salfordbizsch F: @salfordbusinessschool
I: @salfordbizsch L: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4385122/
Y: https://www.youtube.com/user/SalfordBusinessSch
https://www.salford.ac.uk/salford-business-school
The University of Salford
Help to Grow Management course.
07710 577 323 T: @EnterpriseUoS
https://www.salford.ac.uk/salford-business-school/help-to-grow
Utility Warehouse
Hey, my name is Sauren Ghosh and I am a Partner with Utility Warehouse, UW, with
my great friend Alan Mckie. UW helps people to spend less on their household bills
and expenses, in fact they are the Cheapest Energy provider in the UK!
They also help people to develop another income stream without it affecting what you
are currently doing. It costs nothing to take a look.
07710 744 350 T: @saurenghosh F: @saurenghosh I: @saureng
www.ghosh.info
Village Hotel Club Warrington
For business or leisure, Village Hotels Warrington has everything you need in one
location with spacious comfortable rooms, a restaurant and bar, a relaxing spa and
fully equipped gym. And VWORKS is your perfect office away from home with superfast
WiFi, cool tech and energising food and drink available throughout the day. Find
out more from the team on their stand.
01925 377 540 T: @Village_Hotels
https://www.village-hotels.co.uk/hotels/warrington/
Wild Thang
Creative Branded Clothing Merchandise & Print
We are here to help with expert advice and are passionate about delivering world
class creative branded clothing, merchandise and print.
We have everything you could ever need to physically help promote, market & create
the right image for your company, organisation, team or campaign.
As manufacturers with state-of-the-art in house facilities & a highly creative design,
branding and marketing team, leads to only one conclusion: a solution led approach
to even the most complex corporate schemes involving multi-territory logistics,
warehousing and tracking. Wild Thang have over 200 years combined Industry
experience and are one of the foremost suppliers in the UK so you are in safe hands.
Over the last 20+ years we have successfully produced work for many high profile
brands such as SkyBet, Sony, Mercedes Benz, Unilever, Umbro, Trinity Mirror, Coca
Cola, BBC, MAG, Aim higher, Bacardi, you will be in good company.
Whether your company or organization is large or small your order will be met with
the same high standards. As a member of BPMA, Promota, Sedex, holding
ISO14001 and ISO9001 accreditation you are guaranteed a high standard of service
and Industry integrity.
0800 917 9809 T: @wildthangone F:
@wildthangone I: @wildthangltd
www.wildthang.co.uk
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3TL Training Ltd
QHSE Training
01925 377150 www.3tl-training.co.uk
A Rush of Laughter Comedy Management
Stand-up comedy agency providing top-class entertainment for TV, radio, and
corporate events across the UK.
07864 268 128 www.arushoflaughter.co.uk T: @arushoflaughter
Ace Fire Services Ltd
Fire protection services
01925 387090 www.acefireservices.co.uk T: @acefireservices
Aldryn LTD
Cloud technology and software
07400 338 322 aldryncloudsolutions.com T: @AldrynLTD
Animal Teach LTD
Educational Workshops
07447 927 307 www.animalteach.co.uk T: @AnimalTeach
Aqueous Digital
Digital Marketing Agency
01928 566 777 www.aqueous-digital.co.uk T: @aqueousdigital
Beeso IT
IT Managed Services and Consultancy Partner
0203 8842222 https://beesoit.com/ T: @BeesoIT
Biscon Planning Ltd
Business Continuity and Risk Management
0151 345 6447 www.biscon.co.uk T: @bisconplanning
ComplianceandStandards
Development of documented Quality Systems (Management and Assurance) in
readiness for full ISO accreditation, as well as other industry specific standards such
as Environmental and Health and Safety, 3rd Party Auditing also undertaken
07944565039 www.complianceandstandards.com
Connectus Business Solutions
IT Support, Connectivity & Cybersecuirty
07442 609 531 https://connectus.org.uk/ T: @Connectus_Group
Court Enforcement Specialists
Court Enforcement Specialists
07887 298 229 www.courtenforcementspecialists.co.uk
Daktela UK
Communications Services
0800 470 2159 / 07309 628 638 www.daktela.co.uk
Design Soft Technologies
Engineering Consultancy
07919 114 731 designsofttechnologies.com
DoLocal Digital Marketing Agency
Full service digital marketing agency offering web design, SEO, Local SEO, PPC and
Content Creation.
0151 515 1455 https://dolocal.co.uk T: @dolocaldigital
Dreamcatcher Property Staging
Property staging and design
07530 750 101 www.dreamcatcherpropertystaging.com
Edge Hill University
Employability, Enterprise, Entrepreneurship & Innovation (E3i) department is
committed to supporting business engagement and offers a range of programmes to
stimulate business growth. including scale up, workforce development and executive
leadership development.
07903 050437 https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/departments/support/e3i/ T: @PIC_EHU
Edmondsons Shipping & Forwarding
Worldwide Shipping
01704 830 572 www.esf-global.com T: @ESFGlobalUK
Elephant Driving Academy
Driving School
07835 405 600 elephantdrivingacademy.co.uk
Epica Health, Safety & Wellbeing
Health & Safety Services
07926 129 147 www.epica.org.uk
Executive Training & Consultancy Ltd
Business Consultants
07901 930 365 https://exec-tc.com/ L: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mfcon/
Frontier Pitts Ltd
Perimiter Security
01293 427 134 www.frontierpitts.com
Gallagher
Insurance Broker
07548 770 930 https://locations.ajg.com/gb/liverpool/ T: @GallagherUK
Gill Lindsay - Holistic Wellness
Nutrition, fitness, wellness
07951 744 493 https://gillnutrition4health.uk/ T: @gill_lindsay5
Gleener
Fabric Care Products
0151 305 3049 www.gleener.com I: @gleener
Gradient Business Services
Software consultancy
01282 463710 https://gradientbusiness.co.uk/ T: @GradientBusServ
HHH Engineering ltd
Fabrication and Welding
07778 998 290 www.hhhengltd.co.uk I: #hhhengineering
Hussel Marketing
Marketing Services
0161 823 5092 www.hussel.co.uk T: @imlewisellis
Innovation Relief Specialist Ltd
Research & Development Tax Relief
www.innovationrelief.com
Impala Digital
Online Marketing
www.impaladigital.co.uk
T: @impaladigital
Infinite Access Services
Industrial rope access
0151 662 0321 https://www.infinite-access-services.co.uk/
Insight Leadership Solutions Limited
Leadership Coaching & Business Consultancy
07593 362 919 www.insightleadershipsolutions.co.uk T: @insightlsl
IS Group Signs
Signage Manufacturer
01352 792 000 www.is-group.co.uk
L: https://www.linkedin.com/company/is-group-signs/
Karinka Design
Furniture design
07479 377 434 F: @karinkadesign
KC Facilities Management
Commercial Cleaning
0800 781 1911 https://kc-facilitiesmanagement.com/
Kieran Lee Sport Psychotherapy
Helping clubs and organisations improve sporting performance and mental health through
bespoke workshops, individual & group coaching, and 1-to-1 therapy. These are applied
through a comprehensive understanding of mental health as a Psychotherapist and Masters
degree level education in Sport and Exercise Psychology.
07713 570 355 https://www.sportpsychotherapy.co.uk/
L: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kieran-lee-24b4b8171/
Lexus Liverpool
Business & fleet car supply
0151 934 7666 www.lexusliverpool.co.uk
Lianne Terry Counselling
Counselling
07970 353 819 www.lianneterrycounselling.co.uk I: @the_happiness_collective
Libertas Wealth Management
Financial Planning
07741 656 396 www.libertaswm.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-brownless

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M3 Media Group Ltd
Media & Digital Publishing
07886 900 802 www.m3publishing.co.uk T: @video_marketing
Mis-sold Contract Claims
Energy crisis recovery service. mis-soldcontractclaims.org, connects business owners with
a much needed legal service on a mission to help businesses recover some of those
energy bill over payments that they probably never knew they were owed.
0700 580 3577 mis-soldcontractclaims.org
Monster & Me
Guided Adventures for Single Parent Families
07921 630 730 monsterandme.co.uk T: @suewalk17032192
MSB Solicitors
Legal Services
0151 281 9040 www.msbsolicitors.co.uk
Next Step Training
Training & Wellbeing - Outdoor corporate training
07736 769 992 www.nextsteptrainingsolutions.co.uk
NorthWest Education and Training
Training provider (apprenticeships)
07512 311 041 www.nweat.co.uk
Nutri Pippa
Health Coach
07795 438 370 T: @Nutripippa
Nviron
IT Services
07525 837 539 Nviron.co.uk
Oakwood
HV AC & Fire Sprinklers
0161 488 4343
Paramount Media NW Ltd
Digital Marketing
0151 832 3940 www.paramountmedia.co.uk I: @paramount_media_ltd
Premier Aquatics ltd
Aquarium specialist shop retailing Tropical and Coldwater fish, plants and
equipment.
07725 516 558 www.premieraquatics.co.uk F: @Premier Aquatics.co.uk
Real5 Networking
Business Networking
07736 070 776 https://real5networking.com/ T: @real5networking
Remit training
Training Provider
0115 975 9550 https://remit.co.uk/
River Capital
Business Loan and Equity Fund Manager
0151 236 4040 www.rivercapitaluk.com T: @rivercapitaluk
Samuel Skelly Limited
Printing Services
0151 922 0060
Satori People Development
Learning solutions for organisations to address their people challenges including
leadership skills, conflict management, team building and more.
07921 336 238 Linked In – Philippa Fairbrother
Show the Light Ltd
Business/Life Coach
07305 124 775 www.showthelight.ltd FB & TikTok: @showthelightltd
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-greatbanks-aka-susie-g
Sigma Innovate (Sigma Innovative Solutions Ltd)
Innovation Training
07776 143 973 www.sigmainnovate.co.uk T: @sigmainnovate
Signum Solutions
Business Management Software
01244 676 900 www.signum-solutions.co.uk T: @signumsolutions
SME Business Solutions
Business & Leadership Development
07931 882 555 www.markdyble.com
Sovereign Transport Services
Road transport services
0151 548 1199 www.sovereigntransport.com LinkedIn: Ann Murphy
Suniai Healing - Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy & Energy Healing
07904 443 300 www.suniaihealing.com T: @suniaihealing
Swift Temps NW Ltd
Recruitment Temp/Perm
01744 742 353 swifttemps.co.uk T: @SwiftTemps
System Devices UK Ltd
Automation Engineering and Robotics
01928 571 977 www.systemdevices.co.uk T: @SDUK
Tech Savvy Solutions
IT Computers
0161 823 7162 www.tsavvy.co.uk
The Home Renovation Centre Ltd
Basement Waterproofing
01925 399 193 https://www.basementandrainagesolutions.co.uk/
The Life Coaching
Award winning Life, Transformation and Leadership Coaching
07950241970 https://theleapcoaching.com T: @MHaigh1
The Property Management Experts
Local Letting Agent
07887 418 854 https://thepropertymanagementexperts.co.uk/
I & F: @thepropertymanagementexperts
THE REAL CHRIS BURGESS
Helping individuals and businesses remove stress, increase productivity and
improve their well-being
07950469184 www.therealchrisburgess.com
L: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburgess1/
Thor Fire
Fire detection and suppression
07949 387 959 www.thor-fire.co.uk
United Wolves Productions Ltd.
Video Production and Film Creation
07849 898 955 unitedwolvesproductions.com F & I: @united.wolves.productions
Vitabio Natural Aesthetics
IV Vitamin Therapy Wellness Clinic
07510 070 089 www.vitabionaturalaesthetics.co.uk F: @vitabionaturalaesthetics
Walker Fire UK Ltd
Fire & Security Compliance Sevices
01772 693 777 www.Walkerfire.com T: @WalkerFireLtd
Warrington & Vale Royal College
Further Education College
01925 494 283 https://wvr.ac.uk/ T: @WVRApprentices IG:
@wvrapprenticeships
We Proudly Serve Starbucks®
Coffee
07786 688 261 www.weproudlyservestarbucks.com T: @Nestlepro
Widnes Vikings
Widnes Vikings offer an extensive range of sponsorship opportunities to enhance your brand, with
packages available to suit all budgets. Engaging in sponsorship opportunities with the club will
see your company reach our loyal supporter base on match days, while digitally your brand will be
exposed to over 96,000 followers across Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
0151 495 2250 https://widnesvikings.co.uk/commercial-opportunities/ T: @WidnesRL
Write Again Ltd
Copywriting Agency
01704 529007 www.writeagain.co.uk T: @WriteAgainLtd
L: https://www.linkedin.com/company/writeagain/
Sleep Better Doctor
Health and well-being / psychological interventions
07768 067070 Sleep better doctor Dr Jill McGarry
L: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jill-mcgarry-25704ba1

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Federation of Small Businesses
The FSB is the UK's biggest business support organisation, with over
215,000 members. The FSB lobbies tirelessly on behalf of the self-employed
and members can take advantage of a wide range of benefits and services.
www.fsb.org.uk
Envirowise
Envirowise seeks to provide support to all UK businesses on resource
efficiency issues to help them minimise waste and maximise profits. We
work closely with regional Business Support Organisations to ensure that the
businesses we work with receive the support they need
www.envirowise.gov.uk
WRAP (Waste & Resources Action Programme)
WRAP (Waste & Resources Action Programme) works in England, Scotland,
Wales and Northern Ireland to help businesses and individuals reap the
benefits of reducing waste, develop sustainable products and use resources
in an efficient way
www.wrap.org.uk
Eco-Innovate
The North West Eco-Innovation Programme provides free, tailored support
to help you exploit the market for sustainable products and low-carbon
solutions, helping you develop products and services suitable for a low
carbon economy and move your business ahead of the rest
www.eco-innovate.org.uk / www.ctechinnovation.com/eco
Ask About Business
Ask About Business is a partnership between fourteen library authorities
across the north west. Led by Manchester Library & Information Service, Ask
About Business provides information through libraries to support:
* Pre-start and new businesses * Existing businesses
* Jobseekers * Consumers * Inventors * Business students
www.askaboutbusiness.org/
Institute of Export & International Trade
The Institute of Export & International Trade is the professional body
representing and supporting the interests of everyone involved in importing,
exporting and international trade. We offer a unique range of individual and
business membership benefits as well as a world renowned suite of
professional qualifications, training & CPD. Visit: www.export.org
www.export.org.uk
The Carbon Trust
The Carbon Trust was set up by Government in 2001 as an independent
company. The Carbon Trust's mission is to accelerate the move to a low
carbon economy, by working with organisations to reduce carbon emissions
now and develop commercial low carbon technologies for the future.
www.carbontrust.co.uk
HMRC Online Services
HMRC offer a range of online services which aim to be efficient and
customer friendly. Our continually developing services enable you to interact
with us quickly, securely and at your convenience.
We provide a range of services for:
- individuals and employees - employers - businesses and corporations
- tax agents and advisers - software developers
www.hmrc.gov.uk
Groundwork in the North West
Providing through the ENWORKS programme:
- FREE environmental resource efficiency reviews for businesses
- Advice on Corporate Social Responsibility
- Subsidised environmental training and accredited training courses
www.groundwork.org.uk
Business Link
The regional Business Link advisory service will cease to operate from
November 2011. Since April 2011 much of the local business support
information that was previously found on regionally branded Business Link
websites can now be accessed within the national Business Link website
directories (Events, Business Support Finder and Contacts). The Business
Link website will remain and will continue to provide businesses of all sizes
with access to information, support and government services.
www.businesslink.gov.uk
The North West Fund
The North West Fund is targeted at growing businesses that are unable to
secure funding from traditional sources in order to finance their growth plans.
Consequently, The North West Fund is targeted at growing SMEs,
irrespective of their “age”. However, there are restrictions around
investments in businesses in difficulty and firms in certain sectors. A total of
£184.4m is available across the six product funds for investment up to the
end of 2015. Please contact the relevant Fund Manager for further
information.
www.thenorthwestfund.co.uk
Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS)
The Manufacturing Advisory Service aims to address the practical needs of
British manufacturers by delivering hands-on advice and assistance from
experts in a wide range of manufacturing disciplines.
www.mas.dti.gov.uk
The Chartered Institute of Marketing
Whether you are just starting up or are a well established business, take
advantage of our FREE marketing clinics with local Chartered Marketers.
Visit us on our stand to book an appointment and let’s see if we can help
grow your business with professional marketing advice.
www.cim.co.uk
Chartered Management Institute
Professional body for Managers and Leaders, focusing on improving
personal and organisational performance. We set the standards, support
individual and organisational development, provide accreditation,
qualifications and professional recognition, including Chartered Manager
status.
www.managers.org.uk
Bionow
Bionow is the cluster support group for the Northwest of England's
biotechnology, pharmaceutical and healthcare industry.
www.bionow.co.uk
UK Trade & Investment
UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) can help you rise to the exciting opportunities
and challenges that globalisation offers. We work with UK-based businesses
to ensure their success in international markets. We also encourage the best
overseas companies to look to the UK as their global partner of choice.
www.ukti.gov.uk
Business Support Agencies
Invest in Cumbria
www.investincumbria.co.uk
Invest Sefton
www.investsefton.com
Invest Wirral
www.investwirral.com
Liverpool Vision
www.liverpoolvision.co.uk
Locate in Salford
www.locateinsalford.info
Manchester Investment Development Agency Service
www.investinmanchester.com
Chambers of Commerce
Altrincham & Sale
www.altrinchamchamber.co.uk
Blackburn & District
www.blackburnchamber.co.uk
Borough of Congleton
www.congletonchamber.co.uk
Cumbria
www.cumbriachamber.co.uk
East Lancashire
www.chamberelancs.co.uk
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www.gmchamber.co.uk
Halton
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Knowsley
www.knowsleychamber.org
Lancaster District
www.lancaster-chamber.org.uk
Liverpool & Sefton
www.liverpoolchamber.org.uk
Macclesfield
www.macclesfieldchamber.co.uk
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www.lancschamber.co.uk
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www.southcheshirechamber.org.uk
South East Cheshire Enterprise
www.sece.co.uk
St Helens
www.sthelenschamber.com
Warrington
www.warrington-chamber.co.uk
West Cheshire and North Wales
www.cepnwchamber.org.uk
Wirral
www.wirralchamber.org.uk
Chambers of Commerce NW www.chambersofcommercenw.org.uk
British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) www.britishchambers.org.uk
Higher Education Institutions
Edge Hill University
www.edgehill.ac.uk
Lancaster University
www.lancs.ac.uk
Liverpool Hope University Business Gateway www.hope.ac.uk/
Liverpool John Moores University www.ljmu.ac.uk/businessengagement/
Manchester Metropolitan University www.business.mmu.ac.uk/business/
University of Bolton
www.bolton.ac.uk/ServicesForBusiness/
University of Central Lancashire www.uclan.ac.uk/information/business/
University of Chester
www.chester.ac.uk/business-research
University of Cumbria
www.cumbria.ac.uk/Enterprise
University of Liverpool
www.liv.ac.uk/businessgateway/
University of Manchester
www.manchester.ac.uk/business/
University of Salford
www.business-services.salford.ac.uk/
Local Authorities
Cheshire
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Warrington Borough Council
www.cheshireeast.gov.uk
www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
www.halton.gov.uk
www.warrington.gov.uk
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Merseyside
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Sefton Council
St Helens Metropolitan Borough Council
Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council
Police Services
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www.pendle.gov.uk
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www.wirral.gov.uk
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Science & Innovation Parks
Daresbury Science and Innovation Campus www.daresburysic.co.uk
Liverpool Innovation Park
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Liverpool Science Park
www.liverpoolsciencepark.co.uk
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www.westlakessciencepark.co.uk
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