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Business against Poverty Member profile : B20 Ltd
Business against Poverty ( BaP ) is a local community of business people who care about the issues of poverty and ethical standards . They are taking action through their charity People against Poverty , based in Trowbridge . Each edition of TBE we profile one of their members . This edition we profile B20 Ltd .
B20 is an accountancy practice based in Melksham , run by husband and wife team Colin and Caroline Skull . As well as being members of the charity , Colin is a trustee and works tirelessly to ensure BaP accounts are up to date and meet with the objectives of the Charities Commission regulations . Colin also prepares the end of year accounts ready for auditing and finally filing at Companies House .
BaP met with Colin to find out more about his business philosophy .
What motivates you ? Every business records their information in different ways and I have the experience to tailor reports to their specific needs , but I like to keep it straightforward and say what is required . So being involved in clients businesses and assisting with the day to day running and future growth is my interest as I can watch the business develop . relationships with clients and staff and retaining them over many years – we still act for clients from when B20 started and still receive birthday cards from staff from over 16 years ago . As in life , treat people how you would like to be treated . Be professional and an equitable employer .
Who do you admire most ? A previous MD who ran a company in an equitable way and clients who grow their businesses whilst building a successful , friendly team and act decisively to changing events .
What would be your advice to anyone wondering if their business could benefit from joining Business against Poverty ? Join BaP . The funds go to support the charity and its project work . It puts you in contact with likeminded business people . BaP assists its members with excellent events and online resources .
BaP ‘ s Diamond Ball
Business against Poverty are hosting their annual Diamond Ball at Bailbrook House Hotel on Saturday November 5 . Bailbrook House have been event sponsors for the last five years and the evening offers a sparkling reception , three-course meal , petit fours and after dinner coffee . There ’ s also four bottles of wine on each table .
The evening provides a great opportunity to find out more about the charity and its work , including the chance to network with like-minded people and businesses . Business against Poverty is encouraging businesses and individuals to come together and celebrate as a pre-cursor to Christmas celebrations . Caroline Crawford of Gooseberry Bush Day Nursery said : “ The Business against Poverty annual
ball is a night of glamour , bidding , laughter , dancing and fun ! A night not to be missed , for such a worthy cause .”
There will be an auction on the night , with lots including a week in a Spanish villa for 10 people , a 45-minute flight in a private plane and a £ 500 travel voucher from Monster Travel .
John Williams Heating Services are sponsoring the occasion in addition to their membership support .
Business against Poverty is still appealing for auction lots and raffle prizes , if you can help please contact them on the details below .
Ball tickets are £ 75 per person To find out more and to book call 01225 718920 .
For more info : www . businessagainstpoverty . com
What is your business philosophy ? B20 helps clients with their accounting and tax needs and aims to be accessible to clients and flexible by visiting them at work or home . Building
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