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This year is proving to be an exceptional time for Right Angle Corporate who have been delivering fun and engaging team building events not only across the UK but in exciting locations including Crete, Frankfurt, Vienna, Barcelona, Lisbon, Croatia and Amsterdam. The company has expanded again after a brilliant year in 2017 with an exciting promotion and a warm welcome to new members joining the team. Tess Ashwin has been promoted to Sales Manager and her skills and background will stand her in great stead for this new, challenging and exciting role. Whilst keeping her own high profile FTSE 100 clients, she will also manage the sales team and support staff. Director Kate Gaskin said “we are so happy that Tess is now managing the team, her drive and enthusiasm, coupled with her analytical ability is bringing new dimensions to our ever growing sales team”. Tess is introducing innovative KPI’s, team rewards and incentives whilst enhancing the training and encouragement to the team. Joining the team as Marketing and Events Assistant is Molly Hindle, a graduate in Event Management from Sheffield Hallam University. Molly has been very busy working at events across the UK and is excited to be part of the team at Right Angle and to utilise and develop her skills in marketing. Right Angle have also had the pleasure of welcoming Anaïs Vernageau from Vendee in France for a three month internship. Anaïs has been supporting the sales team throughout this busy period and said “I have had a great experience with Right Angle. Being given responsibility, learning to communicate and work in a team have been highlights of my internship”.
Four Norfolk directors scooped highly commended prizes at The Institute of Director’s annual East of England Director of the Year Awards, held on Friday 15th June at The Jockey Club Rooms in Newmarket.
The awards celebrate the exemplary leaders who are doing great work across the East of England, rewarding individuals who display professionalism, diligence and creativity to inspire employees.
The Norfolk directors recognised were:
Ian, Sarah, Chris and Andrew were presented with their awards by Stephen Martin (IoD Director General) and David Sales (Chairman, IoD East of England).
Stephen Martin, this year’s guest of honour, is an authoritative voice of UK business in the media and engages with senior figures from across government, politics and Whitehall, to represent business interests. He commented: “Today has been a fantastic event celebrating the best in British business here in the East of England and it was amazing to see so many inspirational stories of directors and the great impact they have not just in their own company but in the communities in which they are operating. It was a very successful event with many worthy winners and I wish them all continued success in their businesses.”
David Sales, regional IoD Chairman for East of England and host of the awards commented: “Every year these awards get more competitive, meaning the judging process is ever more challenging and exciting! The East of England is home to many of the UK’s most innovative, vibrant and successful organisations – led by some of our best directors. This year’s winners are exceptional role models for our fabulous region.”
Simone Robinson, Head of Regional Relationships, IoD East of England commented on the winners: “All of the winners are singularly tenacious, driven, innovative and successful, and all of them share the desire to promote good governance, deliver strong and collaborative leadership, a consideration for corporate social responsibility, and a recognition of the role the team plays in the businesses achievements.”
Senior Training & Communications Manager at TaxAssist Accountants, Jo Nockels, has been chosen as one of the UK’s rising talents in the Accountancy Age 35 Under 35 ranking 2018.
Jo’s career has progressed from leaving high school to become an apprentice, to heading TaxAssist’s Training Academy as well as sharing her expertise in accounting and tax-related topics for national newspapers and radio stations.
Having gained her practice qualifications and experience at Larking Gowen in Holt, Jo joined TaxAssist Accountants’ Norwich Support Centre in 2010, initially to provide communications and PR support for its nationwide network of franchisees, which involves writing guides and articles for their clients.
Chartered Certified Accountant Jo, 34, said: “I thoroughly enjoy this aspect of my role, both in terms of researching and the creativity it allows, and because our guidance can make a real difference to the lives of small business owners. I regularly write for publications and websites, speak at national business events and I’ve done some live radio interviews, most recently on Badass Women’s Hour on talkRADIO.”
Her career diversified in 2013, after she won unbiased.co.uk’s Media Award for Professional Adviser of the Year and was given the challenge of managing TaxAssist Accountants Training Academy.
By identifying and delivering courses to meet the training needs of TaxAssist’s franchisees and staff, Jo has seen delegate numbers double.
“Because of the buying power of a nationwide network, I’ve been able to introduce the use of professional training providers,” explained Jo. “I work closely with them to tailor the content they deliver to ensure it’s really focused on our target market and the issues our network encounter every day. I’ve also refined the Academy’s systems, which has improved our data and we’re running vastly more webinars, which has been essential given that we’re training more than 1,300 people a year through the Academy. In 2016, we became an AAT-accredited training provider, which was a huge achievement for an employer.”
In 2014 Jo was promoted to Senior Manager and in 2016 was selected for the TaxAssist Accountants management development programme.
“I was really thrilled to have been included on the Accountancy Age 35 Under 35, not only as it provides an insight into the wealth of developing talent in the UK accountancy industry but also as it reflects how truly passionate I am about my job.
“My dad always said to me that if you enjoy your work, you’ll never work again and most days, I’m fortunate to say that’s how I feel. I have variety, I can be artistic and because I have such a diverse role, I get involved in lots of project work and I’m allowed the freedom to innovate and influence the direction of such a renowned organisation as TaxAssist Accountants.”
Potential franchisees can meet with Jo on Discovery Days; events which we regularly hold at our Support Centre in Norwich for those interested in finding out more about joining the TaxAssist Accountants network. To book your place, please call 0800 0188297.
The full Accountancy Age 35 under 35 can be seen at https://www.accountancyage.com/2018/05/30/35-under-35-2018-35-31-revealed/.
Eliott Betts and Lili Huang, celebrated their first anniversary of their TaxAssist Accountants office on 70 Northgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, on Thursday, 14th June, with a party for the local business community.
Eliott and Lili set up TaxAssist Accountants in Bury St Edmunds in May 2017 and they have enjoyed steady growth in their first year of business.
“We have enjoyed a very successful first year and the response we have received from the local business community has been fantastic,” said Eliott. “With demand for our services continuing to grow, our shop is in a great location with high visibility making it convenient and accessible for small business owners in and around Bury St Edmunds.”
Lili added: “The opening event gave us an excellent opportunity to thank our clients, as well as meet other local businesses and our neighbours so they can see what TaxAssist Accountants can do for them, while enjoying a glass of fizz and bite to eat. St Edmundsbury Deputy Mayor, Councillor Patrick Chung, attended the opening ceremony and I’m pleased to say that everyone had a great time.”
June 2018
The countdown has begun to one of the county’s most anticipated annual events; the Norfolk Show Ball which takes place on June 22nd and is this year hosted by Norfolk cancer charity, Big C. The event will raise vital funds towards a new Big C Support and Information centre which will be located in central Norwich and provide support those in our community affected by cancer. The new facility will complement the charity’s three existing Big C centres at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Great Yarmouth, King’s Lynn and the Gorleston hub at the Louise Hamilton centre. On the evening of the ball, the Norfolk Showground will be transformed into a nightspot of the glamourous and decadent 1920s jazz age, as the Big C team transports guests back to the opulent ‘Roaring Twenties’ for an evening to remember. Norfolk businesses have demonstrated their generosity in supporting the event. Norfolk financial planners, Loveday & Partners are headline sponsors for the ball, with medical device manufacturer, Bespak, on-board as gold sponsors. Grateful thanks also go to Interprint, Sonkai, EDP, TCT Security Services, Hoseasons, Solar Signs and Graphics, Heat Norfolk, Richardsons Kubota, Softley Events, Production Bureau and to the many Norfolk businesses and individuals that have donated prizes and items to support the evening.
Mark Loveday, Director said, “We are absolutely thrilled to partner local cancer charity Big C which provides an invaluable service to those affected by cancer across the region. Very few families in our community are untouched by this dreadful disease and we are delighted to support Big C in all they do to provide families with support and care at vital times.”
Dr Chris Bushby, Chief Executive at Big C says, “We never cease to be amazed by the generosity of our local corporate supporters and we are extremely grateful to Loveday & Partners, Bespak and our other sponsors for joining forces with us to help stage this year’s Norfolk Show Ball and the many other local businesses that are supporting the event. Because of them, we’ll be able to raise even more funds for a cause that sadly many of us can closely relate to. Big C is a local charity and every penny we raise benefits those in our community affected by cancer. It promises to be a great night.”
To learn more about the work Big C does to improve the lives of those affected by cancer in Norfolk and Waveney, please visit www.big-c.co.uk
Recent research by leading independent insurance broker and financial planner Alan Boswell Group has found that fewer than 30% of over-50s in the UK understand key Inheritance Tax terminology.
The findings showed that only 27% of respondents were able to correctly identify that ‘nil-rate band’ referred to the threshold at which an estate became liable to inheritance tax and that this threshold is set at £325,000.
This is in addition to only 44% being aware that the current rate of IHT was 40%.
The data comes following a survey into public awareness of IHT, which was launched when the Government announced record IHT receipts of £5.2bn in the year to May 2017.
The Norwich-based company has growing concerns because increasing property prices are pushing many more estates over the £325,000 threshold (a figure that has been frozen since 2010, although UK house prices have increased by 33% on average in that time) incurring tax at a rate of 40% on sums that exceed the threshold.
Says John Whitehead, Managing Director at Alan Boswell Financial Planning: “Inheritance Tax is affecting more people than ever before, and it is concerning to find that the majority of over-50s, who will be most affected by the trend, are unaware of the key facts. As a result, they are likely to pass on less to their heirs than they were expecting.”
In addition, the research also found that only 30% were aware of Business Relief (also known as Business Property Relief), whereby an individual can invest in qualifying businesses and pass the shares on tax-free if they have been held for more than two years at the time of death. Of the respondents that had heard of it, only 31% were correct in stating that the IHT benefits only apply after two years.
John continues: “There is a real need for financial education, not just about the basics, but how families can pass on their estates in a tax-efficient way. Without an understanding of the terminology, it’s difficult to know how it affects you and your family. Although it’s a subject that may be difficult to discuss, there are professionals available to help you to understand your risks and how to minimise their impact.”
Tax treatment depends on your individual circumstances and may be subject to change in future.
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About the research
Alan Boswell Group anonymously surveyed 450 clients aged over 50, across both its personal insurance and financial planning databases in order to ascertain awareness of estate planning. The group’s clients are based across the UK.
Average house prices based on data from HM Land Registry, Registers of Scotland, Land and Property Services Northern Ireland and Office for National Statistics. House prices in March 2010 were £167,878, while average house prices in March 2018 were £224,000.
About Alan Boswell Group
Alan Boswell Group is a leading independent insurance broker and one of East Anglia’s largest independent financial planners. The company was established by CEO Alan Boswell in Norfolk in 1982 and has grown in size and financial strength ever since.
With 10 offices and more than 300 members of staff, Alan Boswell Group is ideally placed to ensure businesses and individuals receive expert advice whenever they need it.
As well as arranging both personal and commercial insurance, the group has an ever-evolving portfolio of added-value services, including underwriting, delegated claims handling, loss assessment, risk management, specialist equipment inspection and health and safety consultation.
Its financial planning teams can also provide ongoing advice and support on a range of employee benefits for businesses – while personal finance experts can give guidance on your savings and investments, retirement plans or market updates.
Visit www.alanboswell.com to find out more.
Two new appointments have been made at TMS Media as the Great Yarmouth-based company continues to grow.
Stephanie Pimlott has joined as operations manager and will liaise with clients and help the business to develop.
She has spent the past 12 years as business liaison and development officer at Great Yarmouth Borough Council, promoting the town as a business location and supporting companies looking to open a base in the area. Previously she was operations co-ordinator for EEEGR (East of England Energy Group).
This new role comes at a time of expansion for the company, which was established in 1989 and represents clients in a wide range of sectors – from energy and marine to tourism and the arts.
Richard Balls has joined as a journalist and copywriter, strengthening TMS’s PR department. He was a news reporter for 20 years, working for national newspapers in Ireland before joining the Eastern Daily Press and later the Evening News, where he was news editor.
For the past 10 years he was communications manager at Norwich City Council, leading a team covering internal and external communications, websites, design and print, and providing strategic support for the leadership of the authority. He is also a published author.
TMS Media is a full-service agency, providing everything from graphic design and publicity to web development and exhibition services and employs 15 people. It has
project-managed the recent SNS 2018 conference held by East of England Energy Group at Norfolk Showground.
Steve Scott, managing director at TMS, said: “I am delighted that we have been able to add Stephanie and Richard to the team at a time when our client list is growing. Their combined experience will help the business to grow and further enhance the service we offer.”
Attleborough based renewable heating expert Finn Geotherm, has met Mid-Norfolk MP, George Freeman to discuss the enormous opportunities for heating homes across the county and beyond using low carbon renewable energy, which can also substantially reduce energy bills.
The meeting took place at Orchard Close in Watton, an affordable housing scheme built by Flagship Group, where Finn Geotherm has installed an award-winning district heating scheme using ground source heat pump technology. The scheme has cut energy bills for tenants by two-thirds and carbon emissions from heating and hot water by three-quarters.
Guy Ransom, commercial director at Finn Geotherm, said: “It was very useful to be able to show George Freeman what can be achieved using heat pump technology. Heat pumps could not only go a long way towards helping the government achieve its Clean Growth Strategy, but also in saving consumers money on their heating bills, particularly in rural areas such as Norfolk where ‘conventional’ heating choices are limited.”
George Freeman MP, said: “Can we reduce household heating costs, reduce carbon and grow our local economy? Yes, and the answer is here in Norfolk. Finn Geotherm is providing a heat exchange system that dramatically reduces household costs. That’s world class innovation, pioneered in Norfolk, creating jobs in Norfolk, and improving the quality of life for all of us here in Norfolk.”
Guy Ransom added: “The dual ogres of fuel poverty and high carbon emissions caused by outdated heating systems remain a huge problem throughout the UK, and particularly for the social housing stock of rural areas such as East Anglia. These problems can however be solved via the use of ground source heat pumps, a tried and tested, highly efficient technology.
“We are calling on the government to grasp the extent to which heat pump systems are a huge part of the solution to solving our fuel poverty and carbon emission problems.”
For information on ground and air source heat pumps and Finn Geotherm, visit www.finn-geotherm.co.uk.
KLM UK Engineering were delighted to support Catton Grove Primary who entered the Region event for the Greenpower goblin racing at Scottow Park, Coltishall. After a gruelling morning of sprint and time trials the Catton Grove cars (called Killa KLM and Catton Groove) began heats for the big final. The first heat ended in controversy with a car bumping Catton Groove off the track taking one of our cars out of the race. However, in another heat Killa KLM took first place and progressed to the semi finals. The semi final was very close but yet again Killa KLM raced its way into the final with an excellent drive from Kye, 9 year old. The final was over 4 laps of the course – Killa KLM had a great start and took the lead early on – Milan, a year 5 student from Catton Grove Primary as well as the team captain led the race from then on and won the final comfortably! The Catton Grove team have learnt everything from the expertise of Glenn Wilkin from KLM UK Engineering who has become a superstar at Catton Grove. Glenn has taught the children about the mechanics and upkeep of the car as well as aerodynamics, friction and all other race winning elements. A great engineering working partnership!
Boadicea®, the brand new, excitingly unique gin is set to make its official launch this coming June.
Hand crafted in East Anglia, Boadicea Gin is distilled from Royal Norfolk barley. The unique finish comes from a sumptuous recipe of ancient botanicals.
East Anglia is the land of the Iceni, the ancient British tribe led by Warrior Queen Boadicea, famed for her uprising against Roman rule in the first century.
Official launch dates and venues Fittingly, the soft launch of the new gin will take place at Caistor Hall Hotel in Norwich on June 22nd (by invitation). Built in 1797, the hotel is situated in the village of Caistor St Edmund, previously known as Venta Icenorum and founded during the AD 60s during Queen Boadicea’s reign. The official launch will be held at the Royal Norfolk Show which opens to the public from 27th to 28th June. Visitors will have the opportunity to sample and buy Boadicea Gin as well as sample a taste of a delectable Boadicea® Sapphire Martini, a refreshing cocktail.Sapphire blue in colour, the cocktail perfectly complements the dashing blue of the Boadicea® bottle.
Boadicea Gin is the creation of husband and wife team Matt and Steph Brown, the people behind Wild Knight® English Vodka and Nelson’s Gold®, two successful premium spirit brands that, like Boadicea Gin, have close connections with the East Anglia region. “The blue bottle is a fitting tribute to Queen Boadicea” Speaking for both of them, Steph says: “Boadicea Gin came about as we saw an opportunity to create something really special which ties in perfectly with our part of the country. We are distilling it using Norfolk barley as a base and infusing it with delicious botanicals like nettle, which dates back to Iceni times.”
On the subject of the dynamic blue bottle, Steph is keen to elaborate on the story behind Boadicea Gin. “In Iceni times, Caesar the Roman invader, wrote that the Britons ‘dye their bodies with woad which produces a blue colour’. So we decided to colour our bottles blue in a fitting tribute to Boadicea, head of the Iceni tribe.” Boadicea Gin is perfect sipped at room temperature, blended with the finest tonic and served over ice, or mixed into a fittingly sophisticated cocktail.
For more information visit: www.foundingdrinks.co.uk
Business Networking and Marketing Ideas at Fakenham Racecourse
Saving money is important to small businesses and how to avoid costly marketing and advertising mistakes vitally important.
This month’s GENIX Coffee Means Business networking event is to be held on Tuesday 19th June. It will provide businesses with the opportunity to network in an informal and friendly setting and to gain an insight into how to put together a marketing plan.
Rob Davies of One on One Communications will share his top ten tips of what should be included when writing a marketing brief.
Coffee Means Business will be held at the Prince of Wales Stand at Fakenham Racecourse and business guests will have a fantastic view of the track whilst enjoying tea, coffee and networking.
Leanne Castle of MENTA commented, “We are pleased to welcome businesses from any sector, whether they’re home based or a larger concern employing staff. That’s one of the great things about these monthly events, you always meet a great cross section and variety of businesses. It’s a great way of mixing with and meeting new contacts.”
The event starts at 9.30am and finishes at 11.30am, there is free parking on site and the cost is just £5, payable on arrival.
There will be a free business card raffle for a bottle of wine chosen and supplied by TFW Fine Wines.
See more information regarding GENIX and Coffee Means Business .