BUSINESSWISE
Dawn Pursall , OrangeStripe Outsourcing , Tara Cozens , TLC Property and Brett King , Excalibur Communications
BusinessWise , the Swindon-based independent , not-for-profit business referral group continues to meet virtually this year . When allowed , small group face-to-face meetings will also take place giving members flexibility to choose how they engage .
NEW TEAM TAKES THE HELM
Swindon business referral group , BusinessWise , has elected a new team to take it forward into 2021 .
Brett King , Business Development for Excalibur Communications , has taken over as Chair , whilst Tara Cozens ( TLC Property ) and Dawn Pursall ( Orangestripe Outsourcing ) have taken the roles of Secretary and Treasurer respectively . The group aims to connect local businesses together , encouraging collaboration , partnership working and the use of local firms .
Brett King said , “ I ’ m thrilled and honoured to take on this role . I ’ ve been a member for several years now and value the relationships and business which has come from it . I ’ m excited about how we now forge ahead in our changed business environment .
“ I ’ ve been set an incredible example of how a Chair should be from my predecessor and hope to continue the amazing work she has done , whilst providing a new twist or two ! My plan for the group is to reach 40 members by the end of the year , who proactively refer as much business as possible whilst further developing the friendships we have with one another .”
Tara Cozens said , “ I am delighted to take on the role as Secretary . The members have been a huge help to me since I joined . Being an independent company in these difficult times is challenging for everyone , and members provide so much value and support to each other . I am really looking forward to continuing to work with everyone and welcoming anyone new who joins this amazing group of people .”
Dawn Pursall added , “ We joined the group in March 2019 and we have not looked back . I personally have gained a great set of business friends and OrangeStripe Outsourcing has gained clients from the group .”
Currently held online due to the Covid-19 restrictions , members attend a virtual fortnightly meeting which includes :
• 60-second introductions and business news
• Guest speaker slots for members
• Up to three 1-2-1 break out meetings
• Business referrals
• Informal time to chat online between 8.30am and 9am
Membership is currently £ 100 for a year , subject to review when restrictions are lifted .
Whilst the group has representation from a wide range of industries and service providers , it is also hoping to hear from : chartered surveyors ; solicitors ; beauticians ; dentists ; SEO specialists ; freelance sales executives ; events companies ; health and safety specialists and printing businesses .
Anyone interested in joining is encouraged to contact BusinessWise Visitor Host Hannah Edwards via : hannah @ empoweredvaservices . co . uk
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Member Benefits :
• Not for Profit Organisation
• Fees re-invested into the group
• Exclusive business category
• Opportunities for new business across all sectors
• Low annual membership fee
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For more info : www . businesswise . org . uk
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