CHAMBER NEWS CHAMBER NEWS
Devon Chamber Awards shortlist is announced
The Devon Chamber Awards, sponsored by Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre, Cosmic, Plymouth Citybus, City College Plymouth, Ashfords LLP, Cornwall College Business and Redrok UK, have returned for 2016. Celebrating the success of Chamber members in Devon, the Awards aim to recognise businesses which have made a positive contribution to the local business community. This year’s Devon Chamber Awards will be celebrated at a Black Tie event at The Duke of
Cornwall Hotel, Plymouth, on Friday 16 September. Aiming to build on the success of last year’s fun-filled event, this year’s awards ceremony will have a Willy Wonka theme and include entertainment and a number of surprises to add to the celebrations. James Heath, Partner and Head of Plymouth office at Ashfords LLP, said: “Ashfords is delighted to
be sponsoring this year’s Devon Chamber Awards. As sponsors of the 'Business Person of the Year' category we’re pleased to be demonstrating our close relationship with the business community.”
Peter Morrell, Logistics Manager at Westcountry Storage Solutions
Offering a safe
way to store data We all know and appreciate how important it is to keep our electronic personal & confidential data safe and secure. We have passwords, Firewalls, backups and numerous other media to keep our information away from others. But what if you are a business that produces
large quantities of paper based information such as clients’ files, accounts and highly sensitive material which has to be kept for a number of years for legal or industrial requirements. Where do you keep it? Do you have an attic, a basement or outhouse? Is this a safe and secure environment for your clients’ personal information? In reality, the answer is probably no! There is a solution to this dilemma.
Westcountry Storage Solutions provide a cost effective way to securely store paper-based information. They are housed in a purpose built storage facility which is fully insulated and protected by 24/7 CCTV and alarm systems. The company has also attained ISO 27001:2013, an internationally known accreditation which is specifically for the safe storage of data. Westcountry Storage Solutions will provide a
weekly collection and delivery service of boxes or files to and from the client. They can assist clients with setting up systems to record the archiving of files, provide a tailor-made confidential shredding service and can install lockable shredding cabinets in the clients’ office.
For more information about this service, or to arrange a site visit, please contact Peter Morrell, Logistics Manager, on 01626 821971/07436 532099. Visit
www.westcountrystoragesolutions.com or email
info@westcountrystoragesolutions.com
8 Chamber Profile September/October 2016 2016’S CATEGORIES AND SHORTLISTED FINALISTS INCLUDE:
Business Personality of the Year Sponsored by Ashfords LLP
The Business Personality of the Year award shortlist recognises those who have fully engaged with the Chamber and attended many networking events in the past 12 months, creating a positive profile within the business community. • Andi Hill, Plymouth Rug Cleaning • Elinor Eaton, The New Continental Hotel • Rebecca Garrett, Rebecca Garrett Media Ltd • Sam Cross, The Independent Living Advisor
Rising Star Award Sponsored by Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre
Aimed at celebrating young people under the age of 30 in business, the Rising Star Award finalists have been recognised for the positive impact that they have on their own businesses and the local business community. • Caitie Hall, Plymouth University • Darren Hempson, Felber Foundation • Toni Sharpe, The Duke of Cornwall Hotel
Exporter of the Year The Exporter of the Year finalists represent businesses who have made significant progress in their business through exporting in the last 12 months. • Favis of Salcombe • Plessey Semiconductors Ltd • Wood Yew Waste
Large Business of the Year Sponsored by Redrok UK
Open to businesses with 250 employees or more the Large Business of the Year accolade will be awarded to a company who has made a significant positive contribution to the local business community.
• Babcock • GWR • Plymouth Citybus Ltd
Medium Business of the Year Sponsored by Cornwall College Business
Open to businesses with 25-250 employees the Medium Business of the Year award recognises businesses who have demonstrated positive progress in their business in the past 12 months. • Coleman Insurance Brokers • Devon Contractors • Optimus Performance Marketing • The Duke of Cornwall Hotel
Small Business of the Year Sponsored by City College Plymouth
Aimed at celebrating businesses with no more than 25 employees the Small Business of the Year award will be awarded to a company who has demonstrated a commitment to the growth of their business over the past year. • Chimpsta • Event West Ltd • Satori • Total Energy Solutions
Micro Business of the Year New for 2016, this category is open to sole traders or businesses with no more than two employees to recognise the success and dedication of micro businesses in Chamber membership. • Elm Hansard • Next Route Finance • Sir Fix-a-Lock
Excellence in Customer service Award Sponsored by Plymouth Citybus
Recognising organisations with a focus on customer service and care, this award has
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32