120 BUSINESS NEWS
New service launched to boost county’s business growth
to locate in the county from overseas or other parts of the UK, companies starting up in Kent and companies currently based here and looking to expand. Utilising Locate in Kent’s in-house expertise and working with a number of high profile Kent partners, the service includes legal and accountancy advice, access to financial incentives, relocation support as well as specialist sector and skills expertise. Mark Dance, KCC Cabinet Member for Economic Development, said: “I welcome the introduction of Locate in Kent’s PLUS service, which has been designed to help businesses succeed in the county. This initiative will highlight
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ocate in Kent has launched PLUS, its service designed to support the growth of businesses in Kent and Medway. The service is aimed at companies looking
the benefits of developing a business in Kent and will support the delivery of new jobs and economic growth.” “As the principal partner of Locate in Kent, Cripps is highly committed to encouraging business investment in the county,” added Gavin Tyler, Managing Partner at law firm Cripps. “LiK’s new PLUS service is a great way of offering companies a range of flexible support services which can be tailored to provide them with the right level of expertise and understanding. We’ve assisted many businesses to establish themselves here and are confident
that PLUS will help further attract dynamic and ambitious companies to make the most of the opportunities available in one of the country’s most vibrant and commercial business communities.” With more than 1.78 million residents, Kent has the largest population of all the English counties, with a workforce approaching 895,000 and 14,000 students graduating in the county every year, making Kent a highly attractive business base for companies already situated here or those looking to relocate to the county. • Visit
www.locateinkent.com
WKCCI launches One Hour Lunch Club
This month sees the launch of West Kent Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s One Hour Lunch Club, with the inaugural meet at The Warren on Tunbridge Wells High Street on Wednesday 12th July from 12.45pm-1.45pm. Join like-minded professionals in the Orangery for a glass of wine or soft drink and networking, followed by a choice of dishes from a specially prepared menu. The event offers you an opportunity to network but only be away from your desk for a short time. However, should you wish to continue your discussions, you are most welcome to stay.
• Book your place at
www.wkcci.com. Members £13.50 + VAT (£16.20), non- member £18.50 + VAT (£22.20).
Making a marathon effort!
Six team members from the Tunbridge Wells-based law firm, CooperBurnett, are taking part in a marathon 26-mile walk this month to raise money for the children’s hospice at home charity ellenor. Taking on the challenge will be ellenor ambassador Victoria Sampson, Lisa Connolly, Katie Hilsdon, Charlotte Mackenzie, Gareth Warner and Andrew Hawkins, who will be joining a team of the charity’s supporters in its Walkathon on Sunday 2nd July, which involves walking from Tower Bridge back to ellenor’s adult hospice in Gravesend. “I should probably commit to doing a bit more training,” said Victoria Sampson. “But, I am hopeful
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that, by applying ‘mind over matter’, I will complete the walk. I am so inspired by the vital work which ellenor does – so I am hoping that will encourage me along the way.” • To sponsor the CooperBurnett team, visit
www.justgiving.com/fundraising/ cooperburnettwalkathon
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