Three main category awards were presented: Best Traditional Afternoon Tea – The Beaumont Hotel, Mayfair Best Contemporary Afternoon Tea – COMO The Halkin, London Best Themed Afternoon Tea – The…
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Business and Financial
We need to talk about franchising. It’s a game changer
by TKOAdminby TKOAdmin 7 minutes readI hope many of you that are reading this short article will keep an open mind, absorb what you read, take it in and take decisive steps, whatever that looks like. As I see it, you, and me are probably no different, the only difference I made was by taking action, have a read of my own personal story below to find out how.
Me and you are no different, i just took action
My own working life started at a young age from adulthood, strange how things come about but I was involved in one of the early-stage UK franchises in the optical world called Vision Express, this was to be only a small handful of stores in the UK, a Google check now shows they are at 550, so it shows how long ago it was!
Even at such an early age, I could see how the owners were following a system, having paid a fee to be shown how to do so, and there was lots of centralised activity to help them, ‘done for you’ was a phrase I can recall being exchanged on the phone (and fax in those days!) I enjoyed my time.. -
Health and Fitness
Dr Hugo helps cancer support centre Maggie’s Southampton celebrate third birthday
by TKOAdminby TKOAdmin 4 minutes readDr Hugo De La Peña, one of the UK’s leading breast cancer consultants, Royal College of Physicians Fellow and major Maggie’s supporter, will join Maggie’s Southampton’s Centre Head Gilly Howard-Jones…
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Chemical expert and father of three Aaron Lee is one of millions of people who have homes filled with one of the most iconic and creative toys ever created –…
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Lifestyle
Employee ownership expert Chris Maslin becomes charity trustee
by TKOAdminby TKOAdmin 2 minutes readBusinessman Chris Maslin has been appointed as a trustee of the charity The Pickering Cancer Drop-In Centre in Tunbridge Wells.
The centre, based in Monson Road, Tunbridge Wells, celebrates its 20th anniversary later this year and was set up by a group of cancer patients who recognised the missing link within the NHS and the need for cancer support, not only for themselves but also for their family and close friends. Due to offering this support, the centre has thrived, however the existing trustees were looking for new talent to join their core team.
Chris, who is an expert in helping ethical business owners exit their businesses via an employee ownership trust, was invited to join the board of trustees due to his experience in the world of finance.
“I’d heard about Pickering, as they’re often putting on fundraising events, and are a charity supported by many organisations. I’m fortunate cancer hasn’t had much of an impact on my life to date though I’m aware that now one in two .. -
Real Estate
South-West estate management entrepreneur shortlisted for property award
by TKOAdminby TKOAdmin 3 minutes readSuccessful block-management firm, Fraser Allen Estate Management, which was founded and built by South West entrepreneur Jodie Fraser, has been shortlisted for a prestigious specialist property award.
The Insider South West Residential Property Awards, in which Fraser Allen has been shortlisted for Residential Operator of the Year, and has become known for recognising entrepreneurial ambition and rewarding excellence in the field. The awards are organised by Insider Media Limited and sponsored by Cambridge and Counties Bank, and the well-known housebuilder, Lovell. Jodie Fraser says she is thrilled to be shortlisted.
“I’m absolutely delighted to be short-listed for an Insider South-West Residential Property Award, especially in the category of Residential Operator of the Year,” said Jodie. “All the team at Fraser Allen work so hard to make sure the people who live in the buildings we manage experience the property as their home, not just a place to live, and it&.. -
Real Estate
Property entrepreneur Mandy St John Davey MBE is a keynote speaker at national conference
by TKOAdminby TKOAdmin 2 minutes readLeading property entrepreneur, Mandy St John Davey MBE, who has built a multi-million pound property portfolio and champions women in business, will be a keynote speaker at the National Women in Leadership Conference 2024.
Award-winning businesswoman, mentor and motivational speaker, Mandy is passionate about creating mentoring opportunities for women and will speak on the topic at the conference in London, which takes place on Thursday 7 March, ahead of International Women’s Day. She will be one of a number of speakers on the day.
The annual event, organised by The Institute of Government and Public Policy, brings together senior leaders from local authorities, charities, academia, education and the wider public sector to hear the latest developments and challenges affecting women progressing into, and establishing, their leadership roles.
Mandy, who lives in Aberdare, South Wales, was awarded an MBE in the recent King’s New Year’s Honours list in recognition of her Services to .. -
Food and Drink
Creative Nature launches their first free-from savoury snack exclusively on Virgin Atlantic
by TKOAdminby TKOAdmin 2 minutes readCreative Nature, one of the UK’s leading top 14 allergen free snack brands proudly announces the launch of its first ever savoury free from product onboard Virgin Atlantic flights. Starting…
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Sport
Louise Hunt Skelley PLY to commentate on the wheelchair tennis at the Paralympic Games 2024
by TKOAdminby TKOAdmin 2 minutes readFormer British wheelchair tennis player Louise Hunt Skelley PLY will be sharing her expertise commentating at this year’s Paralympic Games hosted in Paris.
Louise, who lives in Wroughton near Swindon, is no stranger to the world of wheelchair tennis commentary, and has followed her successful global playing career with one in commentary and tournament directing and is one of Wiltshire’s most successful athletes.
When competing, she represented Great Britain at both the London and Rio Paralympics, represented her country at 13 World Team Cups, and has won 13 senior singles and 41 senior doubles titles, with a career-high world ranking of 10.
In 2021, Louise made the choice to conclude her competitive sports career, having successfully accomplished and surpassed all the goals she had set herself.
As she steps into the commentary booth for the Paris2024 Paralympics, Louise brings a unique blend of personal experience and professional expertise. She is a regular commentator on the te.. -
Lifestyle
Social entrepreneur wins award for outstanding contribution to the Swindon community
by TKOAdminby TKOAdmin 2 minutes readFi Da Silva Adams, the founder of Swindon and Wiltshire’s leading performing arts company for children and young people, Revolution Performing Arts, has won an award for Outstanding Contribution to the Community.
Fi, who attended the gala awards dinner for the South West Great British Business and Community Awards, said:
“I was overwhelmed to be chosen given the amazing work done in communities across the South West by all of the shortlisted organisations. I can’t quite believe that this has happened and I’d like to thank my amazing team who support hundreds of children across Swindon and beyond every single week.”
Fi, who lives in Wanborough, has built the highly successful Revolution Performing Arts and its sister company, Rapport CIC, both of which have strong social goals. She set up the company in 2007 as a drama group for toddlers and pre-school-age children. She took this step after a long career in performing arts in the town.
It quickly expanded ..