The Business Exchange Bath & Somerset Issue 8: Summer 2018 | Página 3

CONTENTS NOTE FROM THE EDITOR INSIDE THIS EDITION 4 BUSINESS NEWS I’m not sure where the time has gone, but five years ago this August I incorporated The Business Exchange South West Limited. The summer of 2013 was a busy one, preparing to get my first magazine out for the Swindon & Wiltshire audience and a massive learning curve. Fast forward another three years and in 2016 I launched my second title – The Business Exchange Bath & Somerset. When I set out on my business journey I didn’t know where it would take me, but five years on I’m delighted with our growth and success. I’m proud that my titles are read by the most influential business people in the area and delighted that businesses of all sizes including global players are keen to advertise with us. As the business moves into its fifth year, I can’t be complacent and I’m looking at new initiatives to help both our readers and advertisers connect and grow for the benefit of our local economy. This summer I’m going to be hard at work on this and look forward to revealing some of the changes and improvements to our offering in the Autumn edition. I’m always keen to receive your feedback. Please let me know if there is anything you would like to see in future issues of The Business Exchange. A round-up of the latest top stories 10 BUSINESS ADVICE World Cup 2018 - As an employer are you ahead of the game? 12 FINANCE The latest news and advice from Bath’s financial sector 14 CASH IS KING Understanding cash flow in business 18 ELM WORKSPACE Products to re-vamp your office 20 TECHNOLOGY The latest news, advice and opinion from Bath’s tech community 24 REVVED UP Geoff Maxted reviews the Audi A6 25 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Carter Jonas hosts the south west’s first planning seminar 27 IN PROFILE Omar Allibhoy, Spanish celebrity chef and owner of Tapas Revolution 28 THE LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE Business leadership tips from Chalkhill Blue 31 POSITIVE BUSINESS Bath’s Novia Financial launches charitable foundation 34 CONNECT Anita Jaynes Editor: Anita Jaynes E: [email protected] T: 01225 300043 Web: www.tbebathandsomerset.co.uk Special Features: Fiona Scott www.fionascottmediaconsultancy.co.uk Motoring: Geoff Maxted www.drivewrite.co.uk Dates for your diary ADVERTISE WITH US RAISING YOUR PROFILE WITH THE BUSINESS EXCHANGE IN 2018 Are you planning your marketing strategy for the year ahead? If so, why not give us a call? We offer bespoke packages combining print, online and social media to ensure your message is heard. We are passionate about supporting local businesses and helping them grow. Being a local, independent publisher we pride ourselves on our reputation and building campaigns for clients that deliver results. That’s why so many of our advertisers renew their activity with us. Please get in touch to receive our media pack including our testimonials. Design: Juicy Designs www.juicy-designs.com Artwork: Studio Creative Services www.studio-cs.co.uk Print: Acorn Press www.acornpress.co.uk SEND US YOUR STORY To send in your business news email us at the following addresses: Bath & Somerset [email protected] T: 01225 300043 Swindon & Wiltshire [email protected] T: 01793 847966 SALES ENQUIRIES Sian Swift Business Development Manager THE BUSINESS EXCHANGE KEY STATISTICS - PRINT Readership: 15,000 Circulation: 5,000 E: [email protected] T: 07710 566 145 Follow us on Social Media @TBEBATH www.facebook.com/tbesbathandsomerset THE BUSINESS EXCHANGE 2018 3