Business News entrepreneurs@chamber Introducing the Chamber’s newest start-up members
Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce has launched a new start-up membership, designed to help new businesses get off the ground. The new package, aimed at companies that have been trading for less than a year, features all
the benefits of a standard membership as well as access to 11 half-day workshops. The start-up workshops offer expert advice on areas such as market research, marketing and
promotion, financial forecasting, raising finance, legal requirements and employing people, legal structures, pricing structures and trends, selling skills, networking and social media. A start-up membership is priced at £240 per year (including VAT) and organisations can pay
by quarterly direct debit. To find out more, call 0800 603 6650.
Start-up figures are booming in Birmingham
The UK created a record- breaking number of companies last year – and Birmingham was the most entrepreneurial city outside London. This is according to new data
released by StartUp Britain, a campaign aimed at encouraging entrepreneurs to launch businesses. StartUp Britain is run by the Centre for Entrepreneurs (CFE). CFE’s statistics are an analysis
of data from Companies House, and reveal that 17,473 new businesses were registered in Birmingham during 2016, an increase of 25 per cent on the previous year. The Birmingham figure is
Anabela Ferreira
almost twice that of northern rival Manchester, which saw 9,416 new companies created in 2016. In third place was Glasgow, with 7,845 start- ups. Birmingham has now retained its position as the number one
‘The Chamber is an organisation which plays a major role in supporting start-ups’
location for start-ups outside of London for four consecutive years. The CFE/StartUp Britain report revealed that nationally, some 650,000
business got off the ground during 2016, a rise of almost 50,000 on the previous year. Around a third of the start-ups were in London. The Chamber is an organisation which plays a major role in supporting start-ups, and has recently launched a new initiative to help new businesses get off the ground. The initiative is aimed at businesses which have been trading for
less than a year, and offers a range of support, including advice on marketing, raising finance and dealing with employment issues. The cost of the start-up membership package is £240 per year. Anabela Ferreira, of Birmingham Chamber Training, said: “The Start-
Up membership sessions are designed to address the needs that many individuals have when starting a business. “Our aim is to provide them with an environment that helps them
grow their ventures through skills training whilst creating invaluable contacts across the wider Chamber membership community through our networking opportunities.”
Mindsways Alex Rowley, 0333 0143516,
alex@mindsways.com It’s all in the mind, according to Mindsways, who offer new ways of generating ideas, based on a ‘blend of mind magic, science, psychological artistry, design and smart thinking’.
Tina Francis Tapestry Tina Francis, 07979854649,
tina@tinafrancis.co.uk Tina Francis Tapestry creates tapestry needlepoint kits and also runs workshops for both the corporate and charity sectors. Textile artist Tina Francis also takes on commissions.
Safety Smart Kevin McGrath, 0121 661 6855,
info@besafetysmart.co.uk SafetySmart is a health and safety training resource, which uses a board game to bring a competitive and fun element to its training courses.
Join the Dots Martin Rafe, 0121 516 0755,
martin@jthedots.com Join the Dots describes itself a ‘talent development partner’, which helps businesses with the recruitment and career development of their employees.
Junglee Tarot Reene Chauhan, 07904 678 628,
reene@ymail.com It’s all in the cards – Reene Chaun works with tarot cards and offers bespoke readings and guidance to enhance clients’ mental, emotional and physical energy.
Four Ashes Consulting Ltd Kevin Goosman, 07976 648025,
Kevin.goosman@fourashesconsulting.com Four Ashes Consulting is a provider of IT management consultancy services. The company focuses on small to medium sized law firms and other professional services sector businesses.
Visualé Art & Publishing Dee Manning, 07875546623,
contactvisuale@gmail.com Dee Manning is a self- taught artist working in acrylic paint who creates contemporary abstract interior art designs, portraiture and cityscapes, and also takes commissions from individuals or companies small and large scale. She also offers art classes for novices and art therapy sessions on a one-to-one or group basis.
Curry Design Studio Kate Curry, 07938 585 093,
currydesignstudio@gmail.com Provides graphic design services, ranging from advertising, brochures and flyers, to logos, newsletters and exhibition stands. Kate Curry has 15 years’ experience and takes on projects large and small.
Beyond Brand Craig McVoy, 07502306160,
craig@beyondbrand.eu Craig McVoy is a branding expert who has worked with some of the biggest names in the corporate world, including BMW, Mercedes and Direct Line. His company offers the marketing secrets used by these corporate giants – but without the massive consultancy fees involved.
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