The ‘Shark’ focuses the mind at BITE!

Who better to speak at the BITE 2017 event in Brighton than one of the world’s most famous ‘sharks’?

Marnus Broodryk stars in ‘Shark Tank’ - the South African equivalent of Dragon’s Den – and took centre stage at BITE 2017, hosted by Sussex-based MHA Carpenter Box at the Amex Stadium, and provided a fascinating insight into the mind of a highly successful entrepreneur.

Marnus started his first business at the age of 14 and became a self-made millionaire by the age of 24, building one of the most valued and successful accounting firms in South Africa – ‘The Beancounter’. He explained how adopting a positive mind-set every day is fundamental to spotting new opportunities…and he urged both the delegates and exhibitors to enjoy the daily challenge of developing their businesses.

The event also provided insight from a panel of experts into the growing range of alternative funding options available for businesses of every size – from crowdfunding and business angel finance through to single invoice discounting.

Nathan Keeley, Partner at MHA Carpenter Box and the driving force behind the BITE (Business, Information, Technology & Efficiency) event, commented: “Marnus was an inspirational speaker and his involvement, together with some very practical advice from break-out sessions and exhibitors, created a real buzz throughout the day.”

Our picture shows Marnus Broodryk (centre), with MHA Carpenter Box Practice Director Chris Coopey (left), and the inspiration behind BITE, MHA Carpenter Box Partner Nathan Keeley.

Colourful way to help visitors discover a new side of Worthing

Visitors to Worthing are being urged to try out something new in the the town this summer.

With more than four million tourists a year, the south coast borough is already one of the most popular places to be in Sussex.

In a drive to help those visitors do more during their stay, Adur & Worthing Councils have produced a new leaflet packed full of events and useful information.

Music festivals, farmers markets and top-notch theatre all feature in the seasonal showcase, which is a one-stop shop for everyone who wants to know what’s going on in the Worthing.

Judy Fox, Visitor Experience & Marketing Officer of Adur & Worthing Councils’ tourism team, said:

“There really is something for everyone and this guide will ensure visitors don't miss out on key events.

“For those who haven’t visited the area in a while, they may be in for a pleasant surprise - there is a growing number of quirky independent shops, a thriving arts and cultural scene and top quality cafes and restaurants.”

The colourful new events leaflet, which opens out to become an easy-to-read A3 size calendar, will be made available at various venues throughout the town in the coming weeks.

It features a range of events, including food and drink markets in the town centre; music festivals and shows; urban arts trails, such as Worthing Artists’ Open Houses; and family friendly events, such as the children’s parade.

Summer will also see an emphasis on sporting extravaganzas, with the StreetVelodrome, Beat The Tide and Worthing 10k among the headline events.

The Events Calendar also forms part of plans to boost tourism in Worthing and is part of the new Discover Worthing campaign to encourage new visitors to the town.

The leaflet, which also includes events in Adur, will be distributed into neighbouring areas as part of a wider plan by the Council to boost visitor numbers from those living within an hour and a half of the area.

It will also form part of the events section of the new Discover Worthing website, which is due to launch at the end of this month.

Let's Do Business B2B Exhibitions 2017

Mental Health Awareness Week 8 – 14 May 

Coastal West Sussex Mind will be based at Colonnade House in Warwick street From 8- 14 May. This is Mental Health Awareness Week

There will be free creative and crafting workshops from 11.00 – 2.30 each day.

We are working with many artists and local people to explore our senses and how we look after these as individuals and as part of our community.

Our recovery workers will be on hand to give out information on the support we can offer to our local community.

Mental health awareness week serves as a good reminder of how important it is to think about how we take care of our mental health as well as our physical health.

It’s an opportunity to find out more and to take some time out to think about our friends, family and community who have experienced problems with their mental health.

1 in 4 of us at any one time will experience a mental health problem our Open Minds project aims to raise awareness around mental health and help us understand how stigma can be so isolating to people with a mental health condition.

Contact: Louisa.Hernandez@coastalwestsussexmind.org

Virtual Taste Book

During Mental Health Awareness Week 8 – 14 May Coastal West Sussex Mind will be creating a virtual book where your favourite recipes or popular meals can be shared to thousands of people in Worthing and the surrounding areas.

Members Blog: Patrick Woodward Voiceovers and Audio

Patrick Woodward is one of our Chamber members offering Voiceovers, Radio and Audio Production.

It's always a pleasure to offer voiceover services to Chamber members. The examples of my work below are particularly special as they are for charities, on issues I believe in. 

I am happy to offer voiceovers for your promotional video, to your business or favourite cause.  I can also offer a professional phone answering message to give your callers a great first impression of your business

See my website at www.patrickwoodward.co.uk or call me on 07947028970 for more information.

Kirstie and Phil Are Looking For You 

Channel 4 Property Show

Rasie the Roof Productions are currently looking for home owners who have a love/hate relationship with their homes and would like Kirstie and Phil’s expertise in the world of renovation and property sales.

Want to take part?

Below are links to Raise the Roof Productions website and channel 4’s take part website for more information

 http://raisetheroofproductions.com/

 http://www.channel4.com/programmes/take-part/articles/all/kirstie-and-phils-love-it-or-list-it/2763

Special Promotion for Worthing & Adur Chamber of Commerce members 

With just weeks to go, there is no better time to book a stand for this year’s West Sussex Business Expo – the region’s biggest networking showcase event for local SMEs – which is proudly being supported by the Worthing & Adur Chamber of Commerce.

Taking place at Fontwell Park Racecourse on Thursday 25 May, this premier business show has everything you need to help you start or grow a business!  We are proud to announce that we have recently joined the event as official partners and we are pleased to offer members an exclusive stand package if you book before Tuesday 9^th May 2017.

Special stand package for Worthing & Adur Chamber of Commerce Members

• 1m x 2m shell scheme stand
• FREE electrics for your stand (worth £35.00)
• FREE quarter-page advert in the show guide (worth £65.00) Lunch and refreshments for 2 exhibitors
• Social media promotion before, during and after the expo
• A listing in the printed show guide distributed to 300+ businesses
• Free entry into the online show guide, emailed to over 500 businesses
• A profile on our website as part of the online exhibitor list
• Free media pack and resources to help you promote your attendance

SPECIAL PROMOTION PRICE: £360 (plus, pay no VAT)

(Save you and your business almost £150!)

This exclusive exhibitor package for chamber members offers you great value for money and will help you to generate genuine new leads, boost brand awareness to West Sussex businesses, fellow members and start-ups. 

As well as the exhibition featuring over 70 exhibitors, there will also be a number of free business growth; social media and marketing seminars; world-class keynote speakers including the best-selling author, Penina Shepherd; speed networking sessions and plenty of industry experts ready to help answer your questions to help expand your network and local business connections.

If you are interested in having a stand at the business show to promote your products or services, please give Mike Monk a call on 01273 286133 or email mike@monkmarketing.com for full details and current stand availability.

Alternatively, the expo is completely free to attend as a visitor, so feel free to register you and your colleagues to attend online: http://www.b2bexpos.co.uk/westsussex 

It’s going to be an amazing event for all types of businesses, so don’t miss your opportunity to be a part of it.  We look forward to seeing you there!

Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd honoured in Queen's Birthday Honours List 

It is with great pleasure and pride that Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd is able to announce that Her Majesty the Queen has today awarded a Queen’s Award for Enterprise within the category of International Trade to the company, for manufacturing and supplying electronic thermometers and temperature probes to worldwide markets.  This highly regarded award reflects a significant achievement for the company and its network of overseas distributors.

The Queen's Awards for Enterprise are the UK's most prestigious awards for business performance which recognise and reward outstanding achievement by UK companies. The Awards are made each year by the Queen, on the advice of the Prime Minister who is assisted by an Advisory Committee that includes representatives of Government, Industry & Commerce, together with the Trade Unions.

Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd is delighted to receive its third Queens Award in five years. On receiving the news of the award, Peter Webb MBE, Managing Director of Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd commented: "I feel immensely proud and honoured to have received the Queens Award for Enterprise for a third time.  I am lucky to have such a dedicated and supportive workforce, who without their hard work and commitment this honour would not have been possible.  By keeping our manufacturing and Research & Development in the UK we have been able to support our local economy whilst successfully continuing to grow the business.”

Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd have been trading since 1983 and is the UK’s leader in the manufacture and design of electronic thermometers and temperature probes. Over the past five years, ETI's worldwide export sales have increased by over 96%, with their primary export markets being North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia.

Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd will be officially presented with its Queen's Award for Enterprise at a ceremony that will take place at the company's Worthing headquarters during the summer.

For further information contact Nicky Dumbleton

Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd

Easting Close

Worthing

West Sussex BN14 8HQ

Phone 01903 202151

email nicky.dumbleton@etiltd.com

website www.etiltd.com