BUSINESS REPORT


‘THE OPPORTUNITY


LIGHTNING STRIKES AT 123 INTERNET GROUP


A digital marketing agency which provides award-winning services to local, national and international clients have been working on a series of exciting new projects. 123 Internet Group is working with a large national logistics firm on its


digital marketing, is offering a bespoke search engine marketing to ACS and now been named the Official Digital Partner for MK Lightning (MKL). Newly qualified designer and key player, James Griffin, who wears shirt


number 15, was also excited to get involved and lead the rebranding project for the ice hockey team. Scott Jones, CEO at 123 Internet Group, said: “This year has seen us


secure a number of large national and international clients. However, we also recognise the importance of supporting local organisations too. The


MERCER & HOLE ON SHORTLIST


Mercer & Hole Chartered Accountants have been shortlisted for Tax and Estate Planner of the Year in the Investment Life & Pensions Moneyfacts Awards 2019. The Top 50 accountancy


firm were the winners of the same category last year. Audit and business advisory


partner Steve Robinson said: “We are delighted that the judges have once again recognised the excellent service and advice our financial planning team offers. “We are now looking to


those who have enjoyed working with us to support us by submitting a testimonial via the awards organiser’s online page. All feedback will be taken into consideration as part of the judging process.”


To submit a testimonial visit: www.moneyfactsgroup.co.uk/ awards/ilp/2019


Visit: www.123internetdesigns.com


EXPORT ACTIVITY IS ON THE RISE, DESPITE UNCERTAINTY


Milton Keynes firms have seen a significant increase in export activity, according to the latest Quarterly Economic Survey just released by Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce. Despite the uncertainty of Brexit,


the business barometer for quarter two of 2019 saw a dramatic upturn in overseas sales with the net balance of firms that filled in the questionnaire recording a growth of 20%. Overseas orders followed the same trend, with a steep uptick in the net balance of respondents experiencing an increase, moving from -20% in Q1 to five per cent in Q2. The large majority of firms


recorded that domestic sales and orders had remained constant over the past three months, with trend following that of Q1 - the underlying pace of UK activity has slowed. Just 16% of respondents saw an increase in domestic


sales – three per cent less than the last quarter. Respondents recorded that in the last three months, they saw workforce growth of 22% and the same percentage recorded that they anticipate to recruit further over the next quarter despite more than a third


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of all respondents experiencing recruitment difficulties, particularly in professional and managerial roles. Milton Keynes Chamber chief executive Paul Griffiths


said: “The overseas market has proved that the Milton Keynes business community remains resilient and positive and, despite the uncertainty, businesses are still looking to expand their workforce. “But the past few quarters have


shown that the overseas market in Milton Keynes remains very volatile. Milton Keynes businesses have seemed to buck the national trend


seeing a recovery in their export market, whereas many businesses up


and down the country are facing a decline in their overseas market due to


the fluctuating strength of the sterling.” Milton Keynes Chamber’s QES is part


of the biggest and most representative survey of its kind in the UK. QES data is used by the Bank of England to inform interest rate decisions, by the Treasury to help formulate economic policy and by international finance institutions to assess the UK’s economy.


To read the full report visit: www. chambermk.co.uk/representation/quarterly- economic-surveys


FOR A COMPLETE REBRAND OF MKL WAS EXCITING’


opportunity for a complete rebrand of MKL was exciting and who better to deliver this than our very own ice hockey player and in-house designer!” Tom Sarson, head of client partnerships, added: “We planned to use a


new colour pallet but it was important for the fans to still recognise the branding. So along with the new colours, we introduced Zeus – King of the Gods. This allowed us to create a new strong image while also keeping the iconic lightning bolt that has become so closely associated with the team.” The new logo has struck a great response from the club and their fans.


Next season promises new opportunities for the team and 123 Internet Group look forward to supporting them all the way!


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