News: Engineering a way to keep business local

IntraSale, an online business referral platform "radically-different" to what has gone before, has been launched by Vince Middleton OBE, the managing director of award-winning Rotherham firm, Newburgh Engineering.

A decade in the planning, Middleton has devised a cost-effective, secure, members-only referral and recommendation tool with the aim of helping businesses flourish.

Working at the Templeborough precision manufacturer, Vince rarely had time to network - or make connections via the thousands of business cards he had amassed over the years. When he wanted to find a specialist for a job, he had to wade through his drawerful of cards, or call trusted contacts for recommendations.

The business development tool aims to unlock opportunities and prevent missed opportunities. It is fired by traditional business values Vince believes should not be lost - trust, honesty and having the generosity of spirit to blow the trumpet for people whose work you value.

Vince Middleton, founder of IntraSale (pictured, centre), said: "IntraSale members don't sell themselves or tout for work; via the site they put forward the best people they know to contacts who have a job they need doing.

"If a client needs a service I can't deliver, why not recommend them to the likes of Forgemasters? It gets me credibility, solves a customer’s problem and brings business to the SCR [Sheffield city region]."

Two other highly-regarded business names in the SCR have thrown their weight behind the scheme with personal endorsements. Professor Keith Ridgway, founder and executive chair of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) in Rotherham, and Alan Lyons, founder of networking group Lyons Den, have invited hundreds of their contacts to join.

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Vince anticipates referrals amounting to over £1 billion within the first five years. He believes the site has potential to go global and eventually rival both LinkedIn, which he claims is now awash with recruiters and self-promoters, and one-seat business groups whose members do business solely with each other.

Since the soft launch in April, over 230 businesses have signed up, including universities, property developers, accountants, lawyers, engineering companies, surveyors, a print shop, painter and decorator and a beauty company to name a few.

Middleton added: "My sector is engineering and manufacturing but this platform is for anyone in business. We want tradespeople and professional services, digital and creative industries to benefit too."

IntraSale has already led to work being won via recommendations from a number of members. IntraSale itself used the platform's Call Out section to find endorsements for a design company for its marketing banners and a PR team.

The platform needs to grow its database and more businesses are being sought as founder members, for a £99 one-time fee, by June 30. Afterwards the cost will be significantly more.

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Vince originally wanted to create IntraSale in printed form and in 2008 approached regional authorities and business support organisations, to no avail. The idea went on the backburner until he crossed paths with software developer Sean Maloney who has since developed the complex software and interactive platform and is still involved with the running of IntraSale while also heading up his own start-up, Tower DMS.

IntraSale membership fees will be ploughed into job creation and further software development to ensure it is a worldwide success. Sheffield Hallam graduate Felix Barr is in place as business development manager and a graduate systems manager and a digital marketeer are being sought.

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News: JCI Rotherham getting ready to relaunch

An expanding worldwide network for young business leaders is increasing its presence in Yorkshire and relaunching in Rotherham.

Junior Chamber International (JCI), which currently has 200,000 members worldwide and 150 members in five existing chambers in the region, is launching a new chamber in Rotherham later this month.

People wishing to develop their skills in Rotherham will have the chance to take part in the exciting projects which JCI offers for people aged between 18 – 40, joining existing opportunities already available in Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield, Barnsley, Harrogate and Doncaster as well as an exciting new monthly program held in Rotherham.

Founded in 1915 in St. Louis, Missouri, USA by Henry Giessenbier as a constructive approach to civic problems, the movement spread, and Junior Chamber International was founded with eight other countries in 1944. JCI provides young people with the opportunity to develop their leadership skills, social responsibility, entrepreneurship and fellowship necessary to create positive change. Past members of JCI include Kofi Annan, Bill Clinton and Bill Gates.

The program includes networking for business and socially, developing confidence in public speaking and debating, taking part in local, national and international events and supporting the local community and charitable projects.

JCI's membership is diverse – from start-up entrepreneurs to people working in blue chip companies, non-profit organisations and charities, as well as people looking for work. JCI members come from all walks of life, and from all around the world. But they are united in one common aim: Be better by being who you want to be.

JCI Rotherham was originally founded in 1955 by DR Clarke and it spent 44 years making a difference in the local community. In 2001, JCI Rotherham and JCI Barnsley merged following the example of the chamber of commerce at that time but now the Rotherham branch is back.

Charlie Pearson, who was a President of JCI Barnsley last year and who is now the relaunching President of JCI Rotherham, said: "I have gained so much from JCI and when the opportunity came up to re-launch the organisation I wanted to give young people of Rotherham who just want the chance to better themselves or their community."

A relaunch event is being held at Rotherham College of Arts & Technology's (RCAT's) town centre campus on February 17 at 6:30pm.

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News: City region chambers are well connected

Chambers of Commerce across the Sheffield city region (SCR) are launching a joint initiative to help their members grow.

The City Region Networking Breakfasts are a joint initiative between The Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce, Sheffield Chamber of Commerce, Doncaster Chamber of Commerce and Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire Chamber of Commerce.

The bi-monthly breakfast events will take place on the third Tuesday of the month and will be held at Tankersley Manor Hotel in Barnsley. The first event is scheduled for February 18 at 7:30am.

The aim is for attendees to meet new businesses and make new contacts and there will also be a Business Card Draw offering some attendees the opportunity to promote their company by making a two-minute presentation on their business to all assembled guests.

Mark Hannigan, operations manager at Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce, said: "The City Region Chambers of Commerce have come together to organise a regular breakfast networking event for all our members. Events of this nature allow businesses from a cross the city region to come together to further increase their business contact and develop potential revenues streams from across the area with other Chamber members."

Other upcoming events from Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber include the Rotherham United Business Club lunch with Millers chairman Tony Stewart, the Rotherham Titans Networking Event and the Chamber Race Day at Doncaster Racecourse.

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News: Chamber Means Business

Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce is inviting local companies and organisations to an event next week that will show why they, and a host of local firms, mean business.

The Chamber Means Business event is a business-to-business exhibition taking place at Tankersley Manor Hotel on the September 11 between 9am and 4pm. Hosted by the Chamber it aims to celebrate the best of business in Barnsley and Rotherham and give delegates the chance to network with other Businesses from the region.

It follows on from successful similar events in Rotherham and Barnsley last year.

With the main sponsor as BT, the event is free to attend and the exhibition space is fully booked up with over 30 businesses and support organisations set to attend.

Workshops on various of topics will also be running throughout the day where delegates can hear from speakers representing the Chamber, BT, Oxley & Coward solicitors, The Source, The South Yorkshire International Trade Forum and Barnsley College.

A spokesperson from Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce, said: "The exhibition has been months in the making and we have endeavoured to devise a format from which delegates will be able to get the maximum benefit. We felt it was crucial that this event was made accessible to as many businesses as possible of all types and sizes."

A full list of exhibitors can be found on the Chamber website.

The local chamber of commerce is the voice of business in the local area and a driving force to support member's productivity and profitability in challenging global markets. This is done by influencing government at all levels, delivering value added commercial services, promoting inter-trading through networking and events, helping business raise the skills and competencies of the workforce, supporting enterprise and entrepreneurship, and celebrating the success of members and their contribution to their locality.

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News: JCI Barnsley wins European award

JCI Barnsley has been awarded the "Best Local Growth and Development Program in Europe" For the Diamond Challenge run in 2012.

Junior Chamber International (JCI) is a global network for young people and held its European award ceremony earlier this month.

The European award is the first to be won by JCI Barnsley in its 61 years of actively trying to make a difference in Barnsley. It was also the only European award to be won by any chamber in the UK this year on an international level.

The Diamond challenge was a program run as a last attempt to stop the chamber becoming non-existent. After a high of over 100 members and being the biggest chamber outside London in the 70's, at the beginning of 2012 membership numbers had dropped to just 12.

This challenge was put into place to find and engage young active citizens in Barnsley to make a real difference to the community. Membership numbers are now at 30 and growing with further support from 14 business patrons from across the Barnsley area.

It's a set up at that the organisers would love to see replicated in Rotherham.

With over £100 raised for Help 4 Heroes last year, this years chosen charity is The Barnsley Blind and Partly Sighted Association and over £300 has been raised so far with a swim challenge still to come.

After reforming the chamber, 2013 sees JCI Barnsley launch five full development programs to help members and visitors in Personal Development, Business, Social Skills, Support network and Charity projects.

Charlie Pearson, president of JCI Barnsley (picture above, centre), said: "Everything we do is to make a difference to the town and it's people by giving young people the skills they need to be a success. This has been done throughout our history and this award is for all our members, patrons and senators. I am incredibly proud of their efforts and honoured to be their President."

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News: Business club kicks off at New York Stadium

The Rotherham United Business Club held their first meeting at the New York Stadium recently.

The event incorporated a full breakfast, networking sessions and a tour of the facilities of the stadium, taking in the changing rooms, player's tunnel, dugouts and a lap of the pitch.

The Millers returned to their home town in July, to the £20m, 12,000 seater stadium on the site of the former Guest & Chrimes foundry close to Rotherham town centre.

The event took place in the executive lounge overlooking the pitch, just one part of the flexible state-of-the-art facilities that cater for matchday hospitality and can provide corporate and exhibition space for a total of 600 capacity over two floors.

The recently launched business club is one way that the League Two club is ensuring that the whole of the community can get involved at this exciting time for the club and the borough.

Mark Hannigan, who organised the Rotherham United Business Club event, said: "Our first meeting at the New York Stadium was fantastic and we got a sense of what it must have been like for the first team when they came here to play their first game.

"A big thank you to everyone who attended, and to the club for letting us get an exclusive look around the inspiring new stadium."

As well as the networking on the last Thursday of every month, members will also be given space on the business club page in all home match day programmes and the Millers official website. There is also the chance to utilise players (subject to availability) for promotional work.

To join, or to find out more information, contact the commercial team at Rotherham United, email: commercial@rotherhamunited.net to confirm your attendance at next event on Thursday October 25 at New York Stadium.

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News: Rotherham United launch business club

Local businesses are being given the opportunity to support each other and Rotherham United at the launch of a new networking group.

With the first meeting on August 30, The Rotherham United Business Club is the only group to have the full support of The Millers and has been launched to coincide with their return home.


The League Two club has kicked off a new era at the New York Stadium back in town after four years of playing home games in Sheffield.

The £20m, 12,000 seater stadium is not just a new home for Rotherham United but it is one of the most important regeneration projects in the town.

It has seen local contractors work on the construction, local companies extend and secure commercial contracts with the club and hundreds of business people take up the opportunity to benefit from the new matchday corporate hospitality experience. In addition, around 30,000 sq ft of high specification lettable space is available within the stadium.

The football club is keen for the whole of the community to get involved at this exciting time for the club and the borough.

Mark Hitchens, commercial manager at Rotherham United, said: "The New York Stadium provides us with the perfect platform to strengthen our already strong connections to the Rotherham community and local businesses.

"Joining the business club is a fantastic way to promote and increase your business by working with other local companies to share leads and referrals."

"You will also have the full support of Rotherham United and our commercial team on top of the support of other members. It is also a fantastic way to support RUFC and our return to Rotherham."

The club already has a full fixture list of breakfast meetings held alternately at the New York Stadium and at The Elton Hotel in Bramley on the last Thursday of every month.

Members will also be given space on the business club page in all home match day programmes and the Millers official website. There is also the chance to utilise players (subject to availability) for promotional work.

To join, or to find out more information, contact the commercial team at Rotherham United, email: commercial@rotherhamunited.net to confirm your attendance at The Launch event on Thursday 30th August at The Elton Hotel, Main Street, Bramley.

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News: Breakfast at Myplace

A new business networking group is launching in Rotherham town centre next week.

Breakfast at Myplace will take place in the £3.4m youth centre which opened last year as part of the national Myplace initiative. It has been developed by a local partnership led by YMCA White Rose and involving the Council and other local partners.

Designed by Rotherham Council's in-house architects and built by Wildgoose Construction, the centre off St Ann's roundabout in Rotherham town centre, includes a theatre, professional recording studio, IT suite, activity rooms, meeting rooms and a café.

The launch will be held on Tuesday June 19, from 7.30am to 9.00am and will includes a speed networking session, a business card draw, and opportunities for informal networking.

The launch event is free and includes breakfast and refreshments and there will also be the opportunity to have a tour of the new £3.4m Myplace Centre.

If you would like to attend the group please contact Francesca Redmore, Myplace Business Manager on 01709 837428 or email info@myplace-rotherham.org.uk

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News: New York Stadium to become networking hub of Rotherham

Rotherham United chairman, Tony Stewart, has urged local companies to bring their business and support back to Rotherham United.

As the club approach the target of 2,500 season tickets sold, the owner of Rotherham-based ASD Lighting discussed how the £20m New York Stadium will be at the heart of the local community, from fans and their families to local businesses.

Tony Stewart, chairman of Rotherham United, said: "The New York Stadium is a venue for the people of Rotherham to come to enjoy and engage with. It will be at the heart of the local community and we want everyone to join us and be part of something really special.

"We are engaging with the local business community. The 1925 Club will set the standard in corporate hospitality with its world-class facilities and five-star dining. It will become the networking hub of Rotherham and stimulate new business relationships locally. This stadium will bring huge change and enhance the match day experience for all, be it children in the family stand, businesses and VIPs in the 1925 Club or season ticket holders.

"I can't wait to welcome everyone to this fantastic stadium and share what has been a dream of mine for many years. All local people can be part of this historic move by doing your part, supporting the stadium and bringing your business and support back to Rotherham United.

"The stadium really is the future of Rotherham and these are very exciting times for Rotherham United."

The stadium is nearing completion on the site of the former Guest & Chrimes foundry close the Rotherham town centre. The 12,000 seater stadium will feature exhibition and banqueting spaces for 400 corporate guests and 1925 Club membership is fully transferable and can be shared with clients or staff and also provides networking opportunities and priority booking for other 1925 events.

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News: Oxley & Coward mean business

Rotherham's Oxley & Coward Solicitors has pencilled in another business networking event for later this year after a successful event earlier this month.

The event was in partnership with Rotherham-based financial advisors, Hawley & Wood and attendees were treated to a business breakfast followed by pure, uninterrupted networking.

Rebecca Stopford, commercial partner at Oxley & Coward Solicitors LLP, said: "This event followed the same format of informality as the primary objective is to bring together local companies that might be able to help each other out and perhaps benefit from our expertise at some point in the future.

"Now the breakfast format is set and people know what to expect, we're starting to see a range of suppliers, clients and business contacts develop relationships with each other - which is now turning into actual deals being done.

"We'd like to thank Hawley & Wood for their support and hope even more local businesses will join us for future events."

Simon Hawley of Hawley & Wood, added: "We were delighted to support Oxley & Coward and its clients and partners in assisting with this innovative networking breakfast.

"There was no set agenda and no lengthy presentations, leaving attendees free to network at their leisure. We were able to assist several people on the morning with various financial queries, and we look forward to getting involved again with similar events in the future."

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News: Fripp Design benefits from AEM network

A Rotherham industrial design company has seen huge benefits from membership of the AEM Yorkshire Network, which has contributed to a significant increase in business in 2010.

Based at the Advanced Manufacturing Park, Fripp Design has doubled its workforce and its turnover in the past 12 months, part of which it attributes to the excellent contacts the company has built up as a member of the AEM Yorkshire Network.

Tom Fripp, Design Director of Fripp Design said: "We are very optimistic about the future for manufacturers in the South Yorkshire region.

"AEM is a great network for companies that are involved in advanced manufacture and industrial/product design and we have found it to be very beneficial for making contacts and identifying market opportunities for our services."

The AEM Yorkshire Network was established in January 2010 and is run by NAMTEC (National Metals Technology Centre) in Rotherham. The network is a membership body that is aimed at companies and agencies involved in research and development and provides access to well researched information and insights into emerging technologies and markets.

Alan McLelland, Director of AEM Yorkshire, said: "The Network was launched to increase the competitiveness of Yorkshire and Humber businesses by helping them to identify opportunities for growth in current and new market sectors.

"We now have 500 member companies and over the past year, many have been able to benefit from making business connections, as well as accessing high quality information to facilitate growth. The Coalition Government has pledged its support for manufacturers and we look forward to continuing to promote UK manufacturing and ensure our members receive the support they need to prosper."

The AEM Yorkshire Network is part of a broader AEM programme, which also provides an opportunity for manufacturing businesses to benefit from support to undertake research and development, including help to secure funding and to access relevant training and skills enhancements.

The network runs an extensive events programme, which includes regular seminars on topical subjects directly relevant to its members.

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News: AEM Innovation Network events in Rotherham

NAMTEC's AEM Innovation Network is hosting two manufacturing events in Rotherham in October.

The Innovation Network is aimed at companies and agencies involved in research and development and provides access to well researched information and insights into emerging technologies and markets.

In association with TWI Ltd, an event entitled Low Carbon Vehicle Technology, The Natural Way, will take place on October 12 at TWI's Technology Centre on the Advanced Manufacturing Park in Rotherham.

The event looks at the use of composite materials in low carbon vehicles. Advanced composites are light-weight, high performance materials. Their use to reduce weight in automotive, aerospace and other transport applications can deliver savings in running costs, and more significantly, carbon emissions, helping increase resource efficiency and drive our shift to low carbon vehicles.

Paul Burling, technical expert at TWI will provide an overview of natural composite materials and discuss the way composites are manufactured through the curing of natural fibres bonded together with bio resin and processed with less energy.

Workshops on the day will cover technical developments in composite manufacture, the manufacture of composites using natural fibre and resins, potential development areas and funding opportunities for R&D development.

The AEM Innovation Network are also hosting the Electroplating Hub Launch at Swinden House in Rotherham on October 26.

AEM Yorkshire is looking to work with the electroplating sector to help meet the new challenges of the current economic climate, increasing legislative pressure and a shift in manufacturing to countries such as China.

Electroplating is the deposition of a metal coating onto an object to give it a desired property such as wear resistance or protection from corrosion.

An introductory event will be held specifically for companies involved in electroplating and associated processes, with Alan McLelland, Director of AEM Yorkshire, describing the scheme and explaining how it can assist companies.

Dr Nick Farmilo from Sheffield Hallam University will also outline the various funding sources and grants available to companies for business development, consultancy, research and knowledge transfer. The half-day event will also include presentations from invited experts on topics relevant to the industry.

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News: Martek to launch Renewables Network

Rotherham company, Martek Marine, is working on a new project that will provide a range of support and consultancy services to offshore wind farm developers and their supply chain.


The "Renewables Network" is due to be launched later this summer and will host a number of events and offer training opportunities to firms operating in the offshore wind industry. In addition, it will also provide support for firms trying to find private equity funding.

Initially the network will be focussed on the Humber region before expanding to support the wider offshore wind industry.

Paul Luen, CEO at Martek Marine said: "I think for any sector, the availability of valuable finance is always going to be a challenge.

"The situation for offshore wind is slightly different because it could be argued that it's underpinned by government renewable energy targets. That's not to say that funding isn't a challenge, but part of the challenge is to create a competitive supply chain to drive down costs."

Martek is investing a five figure sum in the new network, and is already working with a number of major developers including Eon, Siemens, Centrica and Dong Energy. In addition they are also going to be working with Scandinavian developers to gain valuable insight into how to build up the industry.

The Manvers company is the world leader in safety and environmental monitoring equipment for commercial ships.

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News: Dearne Valley breakfast event

Over 40 local businesses will attend a free business breakfast this week to help them identify how they can save money by improving their energy efficiency and environmental management.

Organised by the Dearne Valley Business Forum, the key note speaker at the event will be John Healey, local MP for Wentworth and Dearne. With the event coming just three days after the government's emergency Budget, he will be ready to discuss the consequences of this with local businesses. He will talk about the challenge of bringing about a strong economic recovery after the recession.

"We need to ensure that the Dearne Valley area and the businesses in it can work well with public agencies so that they have the best possible basis to be successful in the longer term," said John.

The event will encourage businesses to sign up to reduce their carbon footprint as part of the wider Dearne Valley Eco-Vision, an ambitious and exciting plan to transform the area into the lowest carbon community of its type in the UK.

Representatives of Dearne businesses will hear how the project aims to involve local communities, boost the economy as well as protect and enhance the natural environment of the Valley.

Dearne Valley Eco-Vision Project Manager, Joanne Wehrle, said: "We want all sections of the community in the Dearne Valley to be aware of the impact that their actions are having on the environment and what they can do to minimise this.

"The good news is that often the steps taken to reduce carbon emissions can result in financial savings for householders and businesses. We want to help local residents and businesses to realise these savings and contribute towards the delivery of the Eco-Vision."

The event, on Friday June 25, will be held at the Park Inn Hotel, Manvers, and will run from 8am -10am.

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News: Local businesses gain an insight into innovation and entrepreneurship

Over 70 local entrepreneurs and innovators gathered at the AMP Technology Centre in Rotherham last month for a key networking event which highlighted the importance of innovation and entrepreneurship in the adrenaline fuelled world of high speed sport.

The Advanced Manufacturing Park was the venue for the latest meeting of the E3 Entrepreneurs Forum, a network which exists solely to help entrepreneurs help other entrepreneurs, by making contacts, building relationships, supporting each other, stimulating ideas, winning business together and celebrating success.

The theme for the evening was related to innovation and entrepreneurship through technology, and guests listened to presentations from Kristan Bromley, three-time Winter Olympian and CEO of AMP-based Bromley Technologies Ltd, and rising Karting star, Russell Danzey from Sheffield.

Kristan and the Bromley Technologies team has taken its research and innovation in the field of world-class winter sports equipment development to the next level. The company's technological expertise has expanded one of the world's top equipment manufacturers into a high performance product development and engineering design consultancy.

The company is moving forward both in terms of its plans to develop new innovative sports technology products but also allowing commercial clients to access the team's knowledge and facilities through its Performance Engineered Solutions (PES) consultancy service.

Paul Taylor, Director of Creative Space Management which managed the AMP Technology Centre on behalf of Yorkshire Forward said: "The ethos behind all the companies located in the Technology Centre is based around the principles of innovation and entrepreneurship, although the companies are working in the fields of manufacturing and technology these principles are not exclusive to this sector.

"So we were pleased to be able to host the E3 Entrepreneurs Forum here at the Technology Centre, and potentially in some small way help nurture that entrepreneurial spirit in the area, whilst also showcasing the range of meeting and conference facilities that we have here."

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News: The Big Business Welcome in Rotherham

Aston Hall Hotel, Rotherham's most luxurious hotel is hosting a free business networking event this week.

Attendees at the Big Business Welcome can meet the new Aston Hall management team and hear from guest speaker John Lewis, the chief executive of Barnsley and Rotherham Chamber.


Also set to attend are the Mayor and Mayoress of Rotherham, Coun. Shaukat Ali and Wajida Naseem.

Starting at 4pm on September 30, the event also provides the opportuntity to network openly with other professionals.

Welcome drinks and canapes will be provided along with an opportunity to be shown round Aston Hall.

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News: Executive forum for Rotherham businesses

Rotherham Investment and Development Office (RiDO), the council's regeneration arm, has launched an executive forum that encourages company owners in its centres to network and do business with one another. The forum meets for around two hours every month at Wath Golf Club and includes short management workshops and the opportunity to talk to like-minded entrepreneurs, sharing best practice and good ideas. RiDO's Geoff Link said: "One of the greatest challenges for small businesses is taking time out to network, yet in this tough economic climate, the company literally next door may provide a great business opportunity. "Our centres' survival rate for the crucial first three years is virtually 90 per cent, which is well ahead of the national 71 per cent average. The executive forum is just another way that we can help firms grow and succeed." Steve Hartley, publishing director of My Favourite Publications, based at RiDO’s Moorgate Crofts Business Centre, said: "The meetings give you an excellent opportunity to meet others and learn from their experiences, which I found really worthwhile." He discovered another Moorgate company – Voice Telemarketing – could provide exactly the service he was looking for.
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News: Successful business event coming to Yorkshire

Nationwide Media Group is launching a business event in Yorkshire designed to help SMEs compete during difficult times. Business Yorkshire will take place on 1-2 October at Doncaster Racecourse. Based on the highly successful formula of Business North West held for the past two years in Manchester, Business Yorkshire is a new event designed for owners, directors and entrepreneurs running small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the region. Scott Hider, Managing Director of Nationwide Media Group, comments, “Yorkshire is a business hot spot and the obvious location for us to expand our portfolio of business events. In the current economic climate, it is more important than ever that businesses are networking in person with prospects and customers. Exhibitions and conferences are the ideal opportunity for this, which is clearly visible in the huge amount of interest we have received in the event.” Exhibitors confirmed so far include Rotherham based Business & Education South Yorkshire and Oxford Innovation, operators of the Innovation Technology Centre at the AMP.

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