 A New network and support group has been formed to assist companies based in the Saltdean, Rottingdean, Ovingdean and Woodingdean area. The focus of the group will be to provide free membership, regular meetings and to further the success of its members.
The Deans Business Club is a non profit making support group for enterprises both small and large. The focus of the group is to help and assist businesses based within the area.
Founder Member Paul Yates-Smith said:
"I was aware that no support structure or networking groups were available to businesses based in the ‘Deans! To access this support you have to travel in the direction of Brighton or Peacehaven and beyond. None of these groups are focused on our area and rightly so, they are focused on where they are based. So I thought I would do something about it. We will be holding regular meetings and we are also planning to arrange social events for our members. Gaining contacts and support needn't be solely based on formal meetings, so these will have a sense of fun and may even be slightly whacky. This will help our members to get to know about each other and do more than just exchange contact details. Having formed just 4 weeks previously, at the second meeting over 30 local business people attended to support the initiative. No advertising was used to contact those that attended the first meetings. Proving that networking and word of mouth is vital. Over the coming months we will also look to invite other support groups to attend certain events."
Membership and support is growing daily. The response received has been fantastic and confirms that this is much needed in The Deans. It is free to join and attend for businesses located in the catchment area.
Regular meetings will held fortnightly on a Friday for members. Regular meetings will held fortnightly on a Friday for members.
Guests and new members are welcome. You will need to confirm your attendance before hand.
To find out more contact Paul Yates-Smith on 01273 900890, e-mail info@deansbusinessclub.co.uk or from 1st December 08 visit the Website http://www.deansbusinessclub.co.uk/.
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We will continue to have fun with our informal meetings during 2009. Every two weeks. Put it in your diary!
Keep an eye out for our ' WERE NOT WORKING - WERE NETWORKING ' events.
5 Minute Presentations, will be available at our meetings if you would like to have a spot. Let me know. I will also be putting a schedule on the web site.
MAX will be bringing the missing folders, assuming he doesn't decide to play bumper cars again! Come along and get one.
More Top News, (unlike the TV and papers I only bring you good news!)
The web site will be sorted very shortly and I can tell you all it looks fabulous.
The Club membership will be put onto a more formal basis as well through January and February. This will enable me to increase the marketing and drive to recruit more local businesses for our club.
These emails will be much more professional and have a format which matches the web site. Better than me just bashing away at the key board. Oh and the spell check will be switched on!
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I have already had 6 enquiries to join the club in 2009 ! So thanks to those of you that have recommended the club to others. New members will be key to our growth in 2009. Please keep it going.
I am looking forward to seeing you all again this Friday at our next meeting. This will take place as usual 12-2pm at the Whitecliffs Cafe. Come along have fun and enjoy the lunchtime menu!
Attached is the information from Sophie in relation to our last meeting in December. it makes for interesting reading and should provide us all with some good business.
7th December 2008
FREE EVENT – ON THE UP, WOMEN IN BUSINESS!
The Deans Business Club will be hosting a ‘Women In Business’ event on Friday 19th December 12 till 2pm at the Community Centre in Saltdean. There will be an inspiring talk, good food and a chance to network. This event is free (lunch can be purchased on the day) and is available for all businesses and interested people throughout Sussex. To book please contact Paul Yates-Smith. events@deansbusinessclub.co.uk
The Deans Business Club is a new and vibrant networking group for local businesses in the Saltdean, Rottingdean, Roedean and Woodingdean areas. It aims to promote and encourage strengthening business relationships within this area. It is already proving to be very popular.
The event, which is the first of many exciting themed networking lunches, will be both informative and inspiring for men and women alike. Those already established in business and those who are perhaps at the start-up stage are equally welcome.
The speaker local business women Sophie Mahir, perhaps best known as an established artist, is now also running her own coaching and training business Aleptis. Sophie is a member of the Women’s Enterprise Ambassador Programme, supported by SEEDA (South East England Development Agency). This programme aims to inform, encourage and support women to start and grow their businesses.
East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Trading Standards will also be attending to promote the BUY WITH CONFIDENCE Scheme. The Scheme operates across Sussex and is delivered locally by East Sussex County Council, West Sussex County Council & Brighton & Hove City Council. Businesses attending will be able to hear first hand the benefits in joining the trading Standards good trader scheme.
“I put the Deans Club together after recognising that there was a huge need in the area for a progressive, proactive and supportive group. I am amazed at the positive response and rapid growth of the club within a very short space of time. Whilst I have been very busy with my own professional commitments it has been a pleasure to find the time to help local businesses develop. I have designed a unique event that will be Free and Fun to attend. Plus I am pleased to say that Crèche on location will be available to provide child care”. - Paul Yates-Smith, founder member and organiser of the event.
To book your place, get venue details and further information. Contact Paul Yates-Smith at The Deans Business Club.
events@deansbusinessclub.co.uk 01273 900890 or 07941 149422
To arrange your child care place contact Crèche on Location Directly on 07776421942 or email amanda@crecheonlocation.com
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