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A Premier Business Event from Liverpool BA

Wirral & Chester Business FairNew Brighton Floral Pavilion

Wednesday 21st September 2011

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This eventprogramme is produced by Liverpool BA and is distributed free of charge to exhibitors, visitors and other businesses. Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in the eventprogramme,Liverpool BA cannot accept responsibility for advertising content and any omissions or inaccuracies it may contain. Registered address: Queens Dock Commercial Centre, 67-83 Norfolk Street, Liverpool L1 0BG

Welcome to the 2011 Wirral & Chester BusinessFair at the New Brighton Floral Pavilion. This

is the seventh year we have staged this event andwe very much hope that you enjoy your visit.

Business to Business Exhibi*on - a wide variety of companies areshowcasing their products and services to the hundreds of visitors a2endingthe event.

Ask the Expert - A range of Experts are on hand to provide advice andguidance on a range of issuesGrowing your Business - Business DoctorsDeveloping products with minimal environmental impact - C-Tech Innova0onImproving your Resource Efficiency - Groundwork MerseysideBusiness Tax, VAT and Employing People - HMRC Business Educa0on & Support TeamBusiness Support Available in Wirral - Invest WirralImproving Your Website Rankings on Google - Selling Online Ltd Talk to MARC or JOHN, at theSELLING ONLINE LTD stand, to asses your current website rankings on GOOGLE and how to IMPROVEthem to generate many more ENQUIRIES AND SALES. They can also pinpoint your compe0tor'sweaknesses and the likely TIME & COST in obtaining a TOP 3 GOOGLE search engine ranking. Marke'ng - The Chartered Ins0tute of Marke0ng plus take advantage of a free one to one Clinic with alocal Chartered Marketer. Leadership & Management - The Chartered Management Ins0tute plus visit CMI's stand to takeadvantage of a Free One to One Clinic on any issues you may have around People Development,Performance Improvement, Management & Leadership etcSe(ng Up an Online Shop – TICWEBSHOPSFinding out about and bidding for Public Sector Contracts - Wirral Borough Council, CorporateProcurement TeamStar'ng a Business - Wirralbiz

Complimentary Marke*ng and Business Clinics from theChartered Ins*tute of Marke*ng and Chartered Management Ins*tute -Take advantage of a 20 minute advice clinic with a member of the CIM / CMITeam.

Business Showcase - A mixture of speed networking session and up to10 businesses delivering a 60 second pitch about what they do.

Many other Special Features and A+rac*ons - includingnetworking opportuni1es, business informa1on & advice and acomplimentary Event Programme and Business Guide for every visitor.

For further information on future events, pleasevisit our website www.businessfairsuk.com. Finally,thank you for attending and we hope that you havea productive and enjoyable time.

10.30 Liverpool BA Business ShowcaseThese are networking sessions with a difference. At each Showcase we will invite up to tenbusinesses to do a 60 second pitch about what they do (free of charge) to the rest of theaudience. This is followed up by a further ten minutes of general speed networking

11.05 Support for Businesses in Wirral - both localand overseasA quick overview on some of the support offered to businesses from Invest Wirral andother agencies. Includes a snapshot on help available for firms looking to commence orexpand their interna1onal trade.

delivered by Invest Wirral.

11.25 Increasing Profits through increasing revenueand reducing costsSME businesses are o!en guilty of not capitalising on the commercial opportuni1es thatexist within their business, o!en overlooking the importance of proac1ve CRM (customerrela1onship management), partnership marke1ng and other ini1a1ves that can eitherprovide new revenue streams or reduce overhead to maximise a business’s profitability.Apex Consultants workshop will focus on two key areas: 1. Maximising exis1ng rela1onships (customers, suppliers and contacts) to improve yourbusiness profitability 2. Improving profitability through improved processes and management.

Nick Richardson, Director, Apex Consultants.

12.00 Learn the Ten Steps for Business GrowthThis workshop is delivered at a brisk pace and covers the following areas:- Making the business work for you - achieving your personal aspira1ons.- Realising the bo2om line benefits of expressing your core values.- How to 'Think like a Customer' to truly understand your core purpose/What business youare in- How to Future Proof your business through Advanced Hindsight!- Understanding your Opportuni1es for Growth.- Developing a sustainable compe11ve advantage.- Smarter Sales Planning - Only sell to the right customers.- Making Your People Profitable.- Pressing the Reset Bu2on on your Business.- What gets measured gets done!

Terry Houghton, Business Doctors.

12.45 Star*ng a Business - Do's and Don'tsThis workshop is designed for anyone thinking of se3ng up a business (or recent start-ups)and provides an overview of the steps involved in star1ng a business, some useful 1ps andhow to avoid some common pi0alls.

delivered by Benne1 Brooks & Co Ltd

1.20 Tax, Na*onal Insurance and VAT for SmallBusinesses and the Self EmployedThis 30 minute workshop will provide a quick outline of the basics of business taxes andVAT. It will cover handy 1ps for the self employed, an overview for employers, and thebasics of VAT. The HMRC Business Educa1on & Support Team will also be on handthroughout the day to answer any in depth or confiden1al queries that people may have.

The session will give a brief overview on:-Sole Traders - Partnerships - Going Ltd - Taking on Staff - Construc1on Industry - RecordKeeping - Self Assessment Return - Important Dates - Penal1es - VAT Registra1on - OnlineServices - Business Payment Support Service - Where to get further help.

HMRC Business Educa0on & Support Team.

1.55 How to create ongoing profit by becoming avalue added ecommerce resellerThis workshop from TIC Webshops will provide a brief overview on the do's and dont's ofselling online and also how to generate revenue through client referral networks - bothonline and offline.

Mark Gidlow, TIC Webshops

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Please note timings etc. may vary slightly on the day

Opportunity KnocksWirral & ChesterBusiness FairWednesday 21st September 2011New Brighton Floral Pavilion

Business and TechnologyShow North WestTuesday 18th October 2011Aintree Racecourse

Halton &WarringtonBusiness FairWednesday 2nd November 2011Stobart Stadium Halton

Free to VisitB2B ExhibitionFree SeminarsFree Marketing ClinicsInformal NetworkingFree Event ProgrammeTendering InformationAdvice Clinics

Exhibit from under £200+VAT

exhibit - sponsor - visit - par cipate - network

Contact us on 0151 709 8932 or visit www.businessfairsuk.com

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Free support to improve the profitability of North West SMEs

Improving Your Resource Efficiency

Looking to improve and grow your business? Then using energy and materials efficiently is essential.

Groundwork Merseyside offers free, practical support to SMEs as part of the award-winning ENWORKS partnership. Let us help you:

• Cut bills • Comply with legislation• Reduce your environmental impact • Be more profitable

Our experienced, specialist advisers offer hands-on support to both SMEs and non-SMEs in the North West.

For more information contact Ashley Piper at Groundwork Merseysideon 0151 726 2740, or email [email protected]

www.businesslinknw.co.uk/enworks

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If you are considering relocation for yourbusiness, or expanding your company, Wirraloffers accessible, user-friendly informationthat saves you time and enables faster, betterinformed decision-making.

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You will find specialist advice and assistance fromfinding sites and development partners, through torecruiting and training quality staff and developing new supply chains.

A full package of location advice and business support is available designed to give your company a competitive advantage.

Adrenaline BrushAdrenaline Brush not only makes beautiful board games, it offers corporate board gamedays where staff can create their own games and unleash personal and team creativity. Thecompany also makes corporate games to suit the needs of the client.

01244 315 507 www.adrenalinebrush.co.uk

Barclays BankProviding quality business banking and competitive commercial lending solutions for alltypes of business.

0151 551 3007 www.barclays.co.uk

Bennett BrooksWe cover all of the bases. Accountancy, Audit and Taxation, as well as Corporate Financeare the major strings to our bow. We believe we have the skills and expertise to do thebasics as well as advise and propose things that might be just that little bit different.So if you are in the market and looking for more than a standard accountancy service thengive us a call and we’ll chat through how we can make a difference to you.

0151 334 3157 www.bennettbrooks.co.uk

BizspaceBIZSPACE is one of the UK’s leading providers of Flexible Affordable Business Space offeringflexible property licensing or leasing solutions to the SME market. At BIZSPACE, offering awide range of flexible accommodation for businesses requiring: industrial units, workshops,conventional offices, serviced offices, studios, meeting rooms, storage facilities, self-storage,virtual offices & mailboxes. The best part is that you can sign up and move in on the sameday! Contact 0870 60 999 06, www.bizspace.co.uk

0870 60 999 06 www.bizspace.co.uk

Biztech assistAccredited Microsoft Partner and specialists in Cloud computing and support.

07554 327 211 www.biztechassist.co.uk

BNI John Laird ChapterBNI John Laird Chapter are inviting businesses to join their Wednesday morning meetings.Businesses who already reap the benefits of BNI membership are:Wainwrights - Accountants and Tax Advisors ~ Design PVCu - Windows & Conservatories ~Gee & Watson - Financial Services ~ John Dickinson - Builder ~ Nutexa Frictions - BrakeLining’s ~ Cheshire Kitchen Company - Kitchen ~ One Watt Electrical - Electrician ~ SteveBurns - Plumber ~ Just the Job - Painters & Decorators ~ LT Print Group - Printers ~ AbacusMortgage Advisers - Mortgages ~ Morecrofts Solicitors LLP - Solicitors ~ Utilities Warehouse- Utilities Broker.BNI John Laird Chapter meets at the Village Hotel Bromborough, 6.30am - 8.30amWednesday.To discuss how BNI can help your Business contact Andy, Secretary/Treasurer for John Laird

Wirral on 0151 334 5935 and 07748 387 715.

0151 334 5935 and 07748 387 715 www.bninorthwest.com

Business DoctorsBusiness Doctors are here to give your business the strength it needs to grow.With our expert advice and friendly practical support you will be able to achieve what you

want. Our strategies have led to many success stories and we can do the same for you.

07970 543 080 www.businessdoctors.co.uk

C-Tech InnovationThe Northwest Eco-innovation Programme is a Solutions for Business specialist delivery programme funded by the NWDA and ERDF to support businesses in improving their performance by better exploiting market demand for products and services which have minimal environmental impact. Business mentoring is provided alongside support fromLancaster University’s Lancaster Environment Centre and Lancaster Product DevelopmentUnit.

0151 347 2900 www.ctechinnovation.com

Centrol Recycling GroupTotal waste management company.We are all responsible for climate change so we must all be part of the solution.Businesses have a social responsibility to lead the way for change. Centrol firmly believes ina zero to waste policy and confirm full compliances with this goal.ServicesCommercial recycling ~ Office recycling ~ Commercial plastic recycling ~ WE&EE electricalgoods (computers, faxes, household) ~ Wood recycling ~ Hazardous waste (chemicals, sol-vents, paints, fridges) ~ Commercial waste management ~ Material Recycling (MRF) ~

Environmental reporting, K P I, Carbon Monitoring and Emissions

08000 281 125 www.centrolgroup.com

Costco WholesaleCostco is a membership warehouse club that sells a wide selection of top quality brandname merchandise at low warehouse prices.If you are a bona fide business owner or manager or are self employed you qualify for TradeMembership.

Specific employment groups also qualify for Individual Memberships.

0151 224 7678 www.costco.co.uk

Federation of Small BusinessesThe Federation of Small Businesses, (FSB), is the UK’s biggest business support organisation.With an unparalleled range of member benefits, the FSB promotes and protects the inter-ests of small businesses, providing advice and support on legal, employment and taxationissues, unbeatable savings on vital business services and a powerful lobbying voice thatensures that the views of small businesses are heard at all levels of government in the UK.

0151 645 5694 www.fsb.org.uk

Final Demand LtdNo Win No Fee Debt Recovery - With over 70 years in house experience providing cost effec-tive and proactive resolution to all your debt recovery needs. Providing clients with accessto expert legal advice and a fully qualified litigation department.

0800 334 5558 www.finaldemand.biz

Groundwork MerseysideGroundwork Merseyside offer practical environmental support and advice to help business-es cut costs by using resources such as energy, water, materials and waste more efficiently.The service is delivered free of charge as part of the region’s ENWORKS support pro-gramme.

0151 726 2740 www.groundworkmerseyside.org.uk

Gud Design LtdGud Design are a Wirral based Website and Graphic Design Agency with over 14 yearsexperience in the design and marketing industry. They specialise in bespoke MarketingSolutions for a varied client base through web development, graphic design, printing &advertising. As a franchise of printing.com they deliver high quality litho print to meet cus-tomers’ requirements.

0845 862 1122 www.guddesign.co.uk

HMRC Business Education & Support TeamThe HMRC Business Education & Support Team is specially trained to help businesses under-stand their tax responsibilities and give them the confidence to get it right, first time.Our services, which include workshops on a variety of topics, are free of charge and aredesigned for everyone in business, especially new businesses or new employers.Come to our workshop today for an overview of the basics of business taxes and VAT or visit

our stand for more specific advice.

0151 703 8593 www.hmrc.gov.uk/bst

Image Red LtdImage Red is an independent Creative Marketing agency based in East Lancashire offering a range of bespoke design solutions.With over 25 years experience across a broad spectrum of industries Image Red delight in helping businesses of any size maximise their potential. Whether you are an existing business orstart up company Image Red will consistently deliver the results you need.

01282 442 460 www.imagered.co.uk

IMSMIMSM are a management consultancy implementing ISO standards to clients worldwide. Our global team of highly qualified IRCA Standard auditors are well versed in the implementation of ISO Standards including ISO 9001 Quality Management, ISO 14001 Environmental Management and BS OHSAS 18001 Health & Safety Management, and many more.

01666 826 065 www.imsm.com

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Invest WirralInvest Wirral is Wirral Council’s local business support and inward investment team offeringproactive support services by developing client relationships to provide relevant informationand assistance helping company growth and development. Services include:Locating business premises Links to key business support organisationsTraining and skills knowledge Funding supportNetworking and events Supplier linksApprenticeship opportunities Business workshops and surgeriesInvest Wirral online business forum

0151 650 6915 www.investwirral.com

Maxwell Hodge SolicitorsOur Commercial team understands the demands of running a business. We offer a flexible,focussed and cost effective service to local and national businesses operating across a widerange of industry sectors. We know that you are busy so we will fit around you and we willsee you at any of our 8 offices or a location convenient to you.

0151 227 4545 www.maxweb.co.uk

MicroGraphics Colour Imaging LtdMicroGraphics supply modular exhibition stands and graphics, large format digital print andinnovative display systems. Visit our stand to find out more about products such asISOframe Wave, the world’s first fully flexible exhibition system and CODA, easy to use digi-tal signage.

01492 592 277 www.micrographics.co.uk

MoneypennyMoneypenny gives you your own PA, someone you know and trust, to look after your callsjust as if based in your office.Free week trial available. Call 08000 199 944 or visit www.moneypenny.co.uk/free

08000 199 944 www.moneypenny.co.uk

Professionals on the Move (Wirral) LtdProfessionals on the Move are an independent Letting & Management specialist who pro-vide professional fully referenced tenants to our landlords and good quality safe propertyfor our tenants.WE REQUIRE PRIVATE LANDLORDS WITH QUALITY PROPERTIES FOR OUR PROFESSIONAL TENANTSOur exemplary tenancy selection process delivers professional fully referenced tenants from individuals to families.We will look after your investment providing a stress free income and peace of mind.

0151 353 0817 www.professionalsonthemove.co.uk

Redbows Promotional GiftsRedbows is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of promotional gifts and promotional marketing services including: logo design, artwork generation, printing, embroidery, product sourcing, supply, project management and fulfilment. The company is ISO9001 and 14001 certified and a CharteredDistributor member of the British Promotional Merchandise Association.

0845 8386 368 www.promotionalgiftsstore.co.uk

Santander Business BankingDrive your business forward whether you’re a sole trader or a growing company, you’ll want to make sure you’re backed by a banking partner you can trust.At Santander Business Banking, we’re here to help you get where you want to be.We provide reliable day-to-day banking and long-term support. Specifically designed tomeet the needs of growing businesses, our services take the hassle out of banking so youcan focus on making your business succeed.

07920 245 373 www.santander.co.uk

Selling Online LtdSEO UK Search Engine Optimisation Services & Website Promotion ServicesNo Upfront Charges - No Contracts - No Call CentresNever Failed To Achieve A First Page Listing For a ClientWe Help Blue Chip Companies to Start Ups - National & Local Promotions15 Keywords - Low Fixed Monthly Fees - Free Website Time/Cost AnalysisTotally Ethical “White Hat” System - We’ve been in SEO since 1999.Track Your Progress With Weekly Ranking Reports

01948 861 375 www.sellingonline.co.uk

The Chartered Institute of MarketingWhether you are just starting up or are a well established business, take advantage of our FREE marketing clinics with local Chartered Marketers. Visit us on our stand to book an appointment and lets see if we can help grow your business with professional marketing advice.

07813 669 305 www.cim.co.uk

The Chartered Management InstituteProfessional body for Managers and Leaders, focusing on improving personal and organisa-tional performance. We set the standards, support individual and organisational develop-ment, provide accreditation, qualifications and professional recognition, including CharteredManager status. Attractive membership rates for individuals and organisations at eachevent.

01539 726191 / 077 966 95259 www.managers.org.uk

TICWEBSHOPSProviding online shopping websites to small and medium size business, WITHOUT any capi-tal development costs. With onsite training, guaranteed long term fixed running costs atless than £16 per week. Includes taking over any existing website and re-designing, or thecreation of a new one. Utilising our skilled copy writers and designers enables TICWEB-SHOPS to give all traders a powerful online shop.

0844 474 8686 www.ticwebshops.com

Village Hotel WirralA Touch of Hollywood has arrived at the VILLAGE Wirral this Christmas!!! With our Hollywood Themed Nights.For more information contact the events team on 0151 643 1616 option 1.

0151 643 1616 www.village-hotels.com

Website in a BoxWebsite In A Box, is exactly as it sounds, a fully customisable professional website or store, in a box! At under £100, Website In A Box is the best value way to get your business the professional .com or .co.uk website it needs. Website In A Box is fully inclusive, and we really do mean fully inclusive, absolutely everything, including support is included for 12 months!

08432 890 567 www.WebsiteInABox.co.uk

Wirral Hospice St John’sWirral Hospice St John’s provides Specialist Palliative Care and support for patients withsevere and progressive disease, usually cancer, where curative treatment is no longer possi-ble.We work in conjunction with the Wirral Hospital and Community Specialist Palliative Careteams to provide an integrated service for patients whilst extending care and support tothose close to them.Patients are referred to Wirral Hospice St John’s by their family Doctor or hospital Specialist.The Hospice service is available to all, free of charge.Our specialist team comprises Medical and Nursing staff, Social Workers, Physiotherapist,Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, Aromatherapist, Creative Therapist, Chaplains,Housekeeping / Maintenance staff and Volunteers all working together as a team to

improve the quality of life of patients under their care.

0151 343 0778 www.wirralhospice.org

Wirral MBC - Corporate ProcurementThe Corporate Procurement Unit (CPU) provides specialist support to Wirral BoroughCouncil Departments and in all tasks relating to the acquisition of a wide range of goodsand services. Created in October 2003, the Unit’s aim is to improve and modernise theCouncil’s procurement function. The Council aims to deliver high quality services that willbest meet the current needs of local people. The Unit seeks to act as the champion and co-ordinator for Council procurement as a single organisation and promote standards ofExcellence in the procurement of supplies, services and works which help deliver theCouncil’s key corporate objectives.

0151 666 3388 www.wirral.gov.uk

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Wirral Hospice St John’sWirral Hospice St John’s provides Specialist Palliative Care and support for patients withsevere and progressive disease, usually cancer, where curative treatment is no longer possi-ble.We work in conjunction with the Wirral Hospital and Community Specialist Palliative Careteams to provide an integrated service for patients whilst extending care and support tothose close to them.Patients are referred to Wirral Hospice St John’s by their family Doctor or hospital Specialist.The Hospice service is available to all, free of charge.Our specialist team comprises Medical and Nursing staff, Social Workers, Physiotherapist,Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, Aromatherapist, Creative Therapist, Chaplains,Housekeeping / Maintenance staff and Volunteers all working together as a team to

improve the quality of life of patients under their care.

0151 343 0778 www.wirralhospice.org

Wirral MBC - Corporate ProcurementThe Corporate Procurement Unit (CPU) provides specialist support to Wirral BoroughCouncil Departments and in all tasks relating to the acquisition of a wide range of goodsand services. Created in October 2003, the Unit’s aim is to improve and modernise theCouncil’s procurement function. The Council aims to deliver high quality services that willbest meet the current needs of local people. The Unit seeks to act as the champion and co-ordinator for Council procurement as a single organisation and promote standards ofExcellence in the procurement of supplies, services and works which help deliver theCouncil’s key corporate objectives.

0151 666 3388 www.wirral.gov.uk

Wirral Metropolitan CollegeWirral Metropolitan College is the largest provider of Vocational training on the Wirral. Weprovide Apprenticeships (16-18) and 19+ adults, which can be offered to new recruits or toyour existing employees. Apprenticeships in Accountancy, Art and Design, Business,Childhood Studies, Construction, Engineering, Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy, Hospitalityand Catering, Health and Social Care, IT, Leisure, Pharmacy, Property Services, Travel andTourism, Management and Professional Studies, Performing Arts and Media, Sports Studiesand many more.

0151 551 7610 www.wmc.ac.uk

WirralbizSince its launch in August 2005, the wirralbiz start up programme has helped create morethan 2,000 new businesses in Wirral. Now located in brand new premises, wirralbiz canoffer even more. In addition to FREE workshops and advice; a £500 grant at start up stage,there is a whole host of services for small businesses trading on Wirral. For further informa-tion please telephone 0151 559 8600 or drop into wirralbiz centre, Commerce Park,Campbeltown Road, Birkenhead CH41 9HP

0845 456 1796 www.wirralbiz.biz

Wrightsure Insurance Services (North West) LtdWrightsure are Commercial Insurance brokers, specialising in all forms of business insurance including Buildings, Contents, Liabilities, Directors and Officers, Professional Indemnity, Property Owners and Goods in Transit.We have been established in the North West since 1983 and we look forward to seeing you on our stand today to discuss your requirements.

0151 494 0007 www.wrightsure.com

WSR Recycling LimitedWSR Recycling Limited is a Waste Management, Recycling, Skip and Plant Hire company.WSR Recycling Limited has outstanding company credentials in providing waste manage-ment services to public authorities in Halton, Knowsley, Warrington, Lancashire, Cheshireand the Greater Merseyside and North Wales areas.The company has been continuously trading in waste management related services since

1995.

0151 423 5928 www.wsrrecycling.co.uk

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Opportunity KnocksWirral & ChesterBusiness FairWednesday 21st September 2011New Brighton Floral Pavilion

Business and TechnologyShow North WestTuesday 18th October 2011Aintree Racecourse

Halton &WarringtonBusiness FairWednesday 2nd November 2011Stobart Stadium Halton

Free to VisitB2B ExhibitionFree SeminarsFree Marketing ClinicsInformal NetworkingFree Event ProgrammeTendering InformationAdvice Clinics

Exhibit from under £200+VAT

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Contact us on 0151 709 8932 or visit www.businessfairsuk.com

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Tuesday 18th October 2011Aintree Racecourse Merseyside

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Who will benefit from attending?

This regional conference and exhibitionis a must attend event for owners,managers and decision makers from allsectors of business, as well as seniorprofessionals from business support,local and national government, and thepublic and voluntary sectors.

Why You Should Attend

Be part of one of the region’s mostprestigious business events andnetwork with hundreds of keydecision makersCatch up with current businesstechnology, trends and techniquesand understand how to build theminto your businessAddress your business concerns andopportunities by taking advantage ofthe free Clinics and Ask the Expertsessions on sales, marketing, e-business and much moreVisit the free to attend ExhibitionZonesChoose from a range of free businessdevelopment workshops anddemonstrationsParticipate in free BusinessShowcase and Networking sessions

A range of exhibi�on andsponsorship opportuni�es areavailable at this event.For more details contact TonyHaines at Liverpool BA on0151 709 8932 [email protected]

At a time when the economy is on everyone’s mind,it is important that businesses keep looking forward,stay competitive and are able to overcome allobstacles in their path. All of those looking toimprove their odds will be attending the 2011Business & Technology Show in October at AintreeRacecourse - the home of the Grand National.This premier business event promises to be one of theyear’s most popular and influential regional conferences.There will be a range of features to appeal to any type ofbusiness, but the Show will be of particular interest tothose companies and organisations looking at how theycurrently do business, and where they can makeimprovements, become more efficient and adopt bestpractice.Visiting this free to attend event will provide access to awealth of information, advice and practical assistancethat will prove invaluable to businesses wanting toimprove their bottom line - or just to stabilise theiroperation.

Key Features�� Free Admission for Visitors �� Exhibition Zones

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�� Workshops and Demonstrations�� Sales and Marketing Clinics�� Advice Clinics / Ask the Expert �� Business Showcase / Networking Zones �� Business Information and Support �� Free copy of Business Guide NW �� Business Start Up Support �� Special Promotions & Features

For more information visit our events website www.businessfairsuk.comLiverpool BA have been organising successful business events over the last ten years - on a local,regional and na�onal scale

* Liverpool Daily Post Business Awards - Green Business Award (2010) and Environmental Business of the Year Award (2003, 2005 and 2008)

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BNI John Laird Chapter areinvi#ng businesses to jointheir Wednesday morningmee#ngs.See below the businesses who already reap thebenefits of BNI membership:

Wainwrights - Accountants and Tax Advisors Design PVCu -Windows & Conservatories Gee &Watson - Financial Services JohnDickinson - Builder Nutexa Fric&ons - Brake Linings Cheshire KitchenCompany - Bespoke Interiors One Wa' Electrical - Electrician SteveBurns - Plumber Just the Job - Painters & Decorators LT Print Group- Printers Abacus Mortgage Advisers - Mortgages Morecro�sSolicitors LLP - Solicitors U&li&es Warehouse - U li es Broker

BNI John Laird Chapter meets at the VillageHotel, Bromborough 6.30am - 8.30amWednesday.

To discuss how BNI can help your business contact Andy, Secretary/Treasurerfor John Laird Wirral on 0151 334 5935 or 07748 387 715

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Trade MembershipIf you are a bona fide business owner or manager or are self employed you qualify forStandard Trade Membership or Execu ve Trade Membership.You need to provide evidence of trading in the form of a current business u lity bill(electricity, gas, water) plus either a VAT Registra on Cer ficate or two other pieces ofbusiness sta onery (cheque, le!erhead, invoice).Standard Trade Members pay an annual fee of £20 (plus VAT) and this includes a freespouse card.

You could be earning 2% on your purchases. Ask at the membership desk for details.

Costco Liverpool, 30 Waterloo Road, Liverpool, L3 7HYT: 0151 224 7670 E: marke [email protected] www.costco.co.uk

Phone Kevin on07920245373

or Stuart on07899064334

www.santander.co.uk

Drive your business forward whetheryou’re a sole trader or a growing company,you’ll want to make sure you’re backed bya banking partner you can trust.At Santander Business Banking, we’re hereto help you get where you want to be. Weprovide reliable day-to-day banking andlong-term support. Specifically designedto meet the needs of growing businesses,our services take the hassle out of bankingso you can focus on making your businesssucceed.

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For more information on these sites please contact us on 01925 273000 or visit our website www.langtreegroupplc.co.uk

To LetIndustrial units from 4,500 - 9,000 sq ftWirral International Business Park, Bromborough

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2011 Wirral and Chester Business Fair Event Programme

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Transcript of 2011 Wirral and Chester Business Fair Event Programme