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BUSINESS WEST – CONNECTING BUSINESSES inspire CASE STUDY INSIDER


NAME: Andrew Wells POSITION: Initiative Manager – Swindon and Wiltshire Initiative E: Andrew.wells@businesswest.co.uk T: 01793 698 065


A bright future for Trimby Electrical FACTFILE


1989 was a landmark year for business. Semiconductor and microchip maker, Intel, released its ground-breaking 486 series of microprocessors, paving the way for the home computing revolution of the 1990s. Somewhat remarkably, Intel was still making


the chip up until 2007 – a longevity that is relatively unheard of in the computing world – but even so it failed to outlive another ground- breaking innovation also released in the same year: Microsoft Office. While a technological revolution was taking


hold on the West coast of America, across the pond in Bristol, another bright spark was starting a business that stands shoulder to shoulder with Microsoft Office as a byword for longevity. Established in the very same month that Microsoft Office was released, and still going strong some 28 years later, Trimby Electrical is one of Bristol’s most successful and longest lasting commercial and domestic electrical services providers. Building a reputation for quality and safety,


Trimby Electrical is the trusted provider of Skanska, BAM, and the award-winning Biggs contractors, in addition to a number of education providers. What’s more, Trimby Electrical holds accreditations from the following bodies: NICIC; Construction Line; Safe Contractor, Contractor Plus and CHAS. Reflecting on 28 years in business, founder


and director Neil Trimby said: “Our proudest achievement is to have been able to delight our clients consistently for so long. “Customer service is at the heart of


everything we do and we have close relationships with all our clients who know they can rely on us to meet the highest standards, paying close attention to detail and exceeding expectations every time.”


COMPANY: Trimby Electrical Services Ltd


LOCATION: 247 Redcatch Road, Bristol, BS4 2HQ


WHAT WE DO: Trimby Electrical provides electrical services, maintenance and repairs to both commercial and domestic customers.


HISTORY: Based in central Bristol, we have been in business for over 20 years. Customer service is at the heart of everything we do. We have close relationships with all our clients who know they can rely on us to meet the highest standards, paying close attention to detail and exceeding expectations every time.


Bristol Chamber of Commerce members since


2011, Trimby Electrical currently employs 10 full- time staff, and has used their membership to help grow their business. “I joined the Chamber in 2011 to be part of something bigger and to help champion local businesses in Bristol,” said Neil. “Over the years I have attended a number of management training courses, networking breakfasts and special events aimed at the construction industry – all of which have played a central role in helping me grow my business. “In recent times, we have started to get to


grips with the Chamber member online profile and member dashboard, helping us to raise our profile and hopefully attract customers online.” Here’s to many more years of success with Bristol Chamber, Neil!


What does your role involve? My role involves the day to day management of the Swindon and Wiltshire Initiative. This is a unique business network in the region which helps companies in Swindon and Wiltshire influence the direction and shaping of the region through regular engagement with key decision makers in the town. We also work to help problem solve strategic issues through bespoke business support offered to all members of the Swindon and Wiltshire Initiative.


What do you love about your job? What I love most is being part of an organisation that is having such a positive influence on the support of local businesses and helping shape Swindon. Working on the Initiative also gives me the opportunity to engage regularly with key decision makers in the SWLEP and Councils and be at the forefront of business development.


What is your top tip for anyone starting out in business? Have a good look at support available for you locally. In Swindon and Wiltshire, start- up loans, grants, workshops and one-on- one support are available from organisations like Business West it’s never been a better time to take advantage of funding and skills available to help you start your own business.


What are you interests outside work? I have recently renovated my house for the recent arrival of my daughter Lily. I also play football at Swindon and District Premier Level.


What is the most unusual business you’ve encountered? One of my impactful memories was seeing the Honda production line for the first time. The logistics needed to function were awe inspiring and on a scale of nothing I’ve seen before so in that sense I could describe it as unusual.


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