Community Introductions & Networkling [no links please]

[Henry Osadzinski]

Welcome to the London & South East community introductions thread. This is a new space for people in the local area to come in, say hello and let everyone know what their hopes and goals are from their time on UK Business Forums.

Feel free to introduce yourself here and make others feel welcome If you know someone in your area who may benefit from joining in, be sure to let them know about us as well.

While you're welcome to let people know what you're working on and a bit of background, please avoid anything that could come across as a sales pitch and, even if you're an established member, please don't link to your business here. The idea is to give people a chance to get to know each other and what's going on in their region.

Thanks!

 

[CashManagement]

Never really sure whether we are classed as South East, being in Southampton? But thought I'd post here anyway.

Have recently set up a business offering freelance credit control services, for those of you who are too busy trying to get the sales and build your business to spend time chasing for payment of those sales, I have found the forum really useful, sometimes just lurking, sometimes posting.

Always happy to receive PM's and help others wherever possible if I can.

Carolyn
Complete Cash Management Limited

 

[Paul_Rosser]

Hiya,

I've worked in the IT industry for over 20 years and have recently started a firm based in London which offers advice on R&D tax relief to firms mostly performing software development and manufacturing products.

It's quite exciting as I get to see lots of cutting edge technology and also help firms who are performing R&D to claim cash back from the HMRC, this can mean the difference between a firm going down before getting their product to market or a successful launch, which is what R&D tax relief was designed for in the first place.

I joined UK Business Forums quite recently and am enjoying helping others out with their questions/issues, so if anyone has any questions regarding R&D tax relief, I'm happy to answer them, either PM or post somewhere so everyone else can see the answers.

Thanks

Paul

 

[BusinessTeam]

Hi,

We are a small Kent based company offering virtual reception services to small local businesses.

We are quite new to this forum and hope to link in with other local businesses to exchange ideas and tips on the best way to market our services in the current challenging climate.

We are also happy to offer advice to any others where we can. Happy to receive pm's of any ideas members have to helpms grow our business in the South East.

Look forward to hearing from anyone who can help or likewise helping others.

Richard

 

[chrisitine]

We're also Kent based having moved here from St Albans around 6 years ago - it's a beautiful part of Britain!

We’ve been providing businesses with project management and consultancy services since 2005. Running a small business ourselves means that, at one time or another, we’ve experienced most of the problems that business owners face, like not having enough work or having too much work and feeling isolated. We believe that small business growth is key to global economic recovery, so we've started a new online venture which we hope will do our bit to help.

We have added a few posts on UK Business Forums so far but look forward to being more active in providing some answers.

Christine

 

[Lou VA]

Hi, I'm a newbie on this site so I just wanted to quickly introduce myself. I am developing a virtual assistance business, with the 'white van' person being my primary client. I have a passion for helping people and have found, recently, that this is really appreciated. So, hello for now, I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone

 

[Norbert68]

Hi

We are a central south-coast based company delivering HSE approved First Aid at Work courses.

We can deliver one day and three day courses as well as the 2 day re-qualification course.

We are able and willing to travel to deliver courses and have a long list of satisfied clients!

If you need any first aid training, get in touch by sending us a PM!

Nick
1st Responder Ltd

 

[SushiMaster]

Hello all,

I'm a sales and account manager almost 2 years into my first commercial position.

My company imports and distributes specialist oriental food and drink throughout the UK and Europe and am branching ever further into the continent!

Give me a shout if you have any Oriental food queries and I'll be happy to help out.

As I am still "relatively" new in the industry I am keen on networking and trying to find out the best/most efficient way of doing things.
I am looking forward to participating!

 

[benwilkie]

Hi,

We're a friendly video production team based in Guildford. If any of you need any promo videos or band/music vids made then let us know! We're really trying to get our name out and about so mainly here to take a look at the marketing and SEO forums but also on the more business side of things.

If any of you other small businesses in the surrounding area want to share any tips then that'd be great!

Thanks,
Ben

 

[amanda h]

Hello everyone,

I'm based in Southampton but do telesales of a conflict prevention program to businesses all over the UK.

I'm relatively new to the UK from Canada and running my own business so I look forward to learning from the forum, and contributing wherever possible as I have a lot of experience working in small businesses.

If anyone has advice on (tele)sales, general business or if you'd like info please PM me.

 

[Choicecoms]

Hi All,

Just a quick introduction and Hi...

My name is Adam and I am Managing Director of Choicecomms Ltd.

We have a couple of new software innovations that have major application in business to business websites.

My reasons for joining this forum is to find a more personal way of networking than LinkedIn and Ecademy.

I have a wealth of experience in both retail and software industries and am always willing to offer help and advice.

Feel free to contact me via PM.

Regards

Adam

 

[seemly]

Hi,

My name is Chris and I am based in Gosport, near Portsmouth.
I am a freelance front-end developer and web designer.

My initial plan is to work with local small and medium sized businesses to help get them a quality, affordable online presence.

I realise this forum seems saturated with "web designers", you can consider me another one of those if you want - just better.

I am looking to learn plenty from the forum archives, but also hope I can add to the community and provide any help or advice where I can.

 

[jack.tang]

Hi I'm from a job board call Thestudentjob[dot]com, we help businesses find students in their local area who are able to work for your business on an one-off basis, part time, as an intern or GAP year student.

We are UK's most popular job site and by advertising your jobs via us, you will get quality applications within the same day.

Do drop me a private message or comment below and I can give you more information.


Thanks for listening.

 

[The Wages Room]

We are a London based UK payroll Bureau service. We cover the whole of the UK however as payslips etc are all emailed. I shall not say more than that as it may be seen as advertising!

 

[Shredded Neat]

I just wanted to say Hi.
We are a confidential document shredding company based in Hassocks, West Sussex. Son please get in touch if you need our services.

 

[CoachCarolyn]

Hi all
I'm a new start up business providing coaching, mentoring and organisational - mainly HR - consultancy in the Herts, Beds, Bucks & London areas.

I'm wondering if anyone can recommend a good local accountant?

Thanks
Carolyn

 

[Darrenchase]

Hello id just like to introduce me and my company. My names darren chase and i own rapid flooring which is a family flooring business based in hertfordshire. Our company covers all aspects of domestic & commercial flooring. Rapidflooring.co.uk

 

[Chomper]

hello to you!

 

[quartzdata]

Hello UKBF'ers

My name is Ian Inman and I run Quartz Data Services in Hemel Hempstead, Herts. I specialise in data cleansing (paf/TPS/FPS etc), validation, enhancement and list sourcing (B2C / B2B).

Looking forward to connecting with fellow members and adding to the discussions on this forum.

Thanks

Ian

 

[quartzdata]

Hello Carolyn,

We use David Tossell at David Lindon & Co on London Road in Apsley. Very helpful and reasonably priced especially for small companies.

Thanks

Ian

 

[qadft]

Hello I am Robin new in this forum suggest me about the getting connect with users.

 

[Base Graphics]

Hi there, I am Kinga from basegraphics.co.uk based in London and welcome everyone to find out more about what we do and how we help businesses to succeed. On the forum, I will be sharing some ideas and solutions on the topics related to our expertise.

 

[Paul Kelly ICHYB]

I am doing some work on local business support provided by London councils and have prepared a small, 10 question survey, which I would appreciate London business owners completing.

It is anonymous, however, as a member of the FSB, I have put an optional data collection question in, should you require more information about it

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/DQ8MZ3C

Thanks, in advance, for you support.

 

[CADROB]

Good to hear from you Darren - new here myself. Contemplating full membership for full benefits but will 'test the water' for a short while first. Hope to get involved in some useful debates and information exchange.

 

[lucyna]

I'm new at this forum, maybe we can know each other?

 

[Cheapwebdesign]

Hello,

Just wanted to introduce myself only just signed up to these forums for some strange reason, Should have done it a long time ago however better late than never.

Be Prepared for the salesy pitch below:

We are the Nation’s leading providers of great value, professional yet cheap web design. Based in Fleet, Hampshire we cater for all clients across the UK and Europe – from individuals to small, medium and large businesses. We are able to offer a wide range of services, not simply web design. We also offer cheap SEO packages, bespoke search engine optimisation and a wide range of design services including logo design, banner design and leaflet design.

Pitch Over

I will be on the forums to assist with any web design or E-commerce issues along with SEO, hopefully I will be able to help out a bit.

If you are looking to visit my website then please just google 'Cheap Web Design'.

Thanks

 

[Cheapwebdesign]

Hi Darren,

Welcome to the forum!

 

[Deleted member 157241]

Hello! I hope Oxford comes within the remit of London and the South East. I don't think it fits in the Midlands. I am a communications and PR specialist, so I hope that I will be able to help people here with ideas, as well as get some help for myself!

 

[DavidAshdown]

Hello all,

Some of you may already have received posts from me. Have been on here almost 6 months now and thoroughly enjoying giving advice and opinions.

I run a business consultancy for small businesses and sometimes invest if I feel its a good company and my experience and contacts can help the company grow. Have been in business over 30 years now and seen the good, the bad and the ugly.

Based near St Albans and travel quite a lot and always interested in innovative ideas. You get my opinion in a frank and direct way but behind it all, I am a nice guy

Happy Forum'ing !!

 

[MA Consultancy]

Hi Everyone,

Not sure if I am allowed to post or not but if you don't ask you don't get?

I am based in Cardiff, South Wales but cover the UK, especially London & the South East. I offer Sales & Marketing Consultancy, Especially in the area of the Credit Industry (having been very successful in that sector for 10 years). I also work in the area of Corporate Credit Management / Credit Control Data Solutions.

If I can assist anyone with anything please let me know?

Regards,

Mike

MA Consultancy

 

[kimberleylpth]

Me and my partner have set up a virtual hire site that people from all over the UK can have access to.
We have the standard website in which people can view. But the important step is Introducing the company and it becoming known.
Our company, Lobster Plant and Tool Hire, is in partnership with Hire Station. And have 80+ warehouses all around the UK.

Any questions ill be happy to answer and also follow you on twitter.

Kind regards and best wishes.

 

[FOLPLAN]

Hi
We are a small family run Construction Company with major problems getting paid particularly retention money (we can't afford legal fees). The last two years have been really difficult.

 

[kimberleylpth]

What does your construction company specialise with?
Do you have a website? I know i cant posts links up on here but if you have twitter and add me (at)lobstertoolhire i'd love to know a bit more about your company.

I suppose we're on the same level as each other with trying to grow our businesses, so i can give you "lessons learned" info etc.

Its been a struggle to say the least. But optimism seems to be they key at the moment!

 

[FOLPLAN]

We specialise in Civil Engineering, we have tried optimism for last three years, I am getting increasingly angry at the attitude of Construction Companies, they seem to know all the loop holes.

 

[kimberleylpth]

At the moment I'm trying the "know your customer" route. Its only just started so cant really say its working as of yet. Just tweet after tweet and joining loads of these forums. Might not be on the first list on google but slowly getting recognised. (Slowly would be an understatement).
Patience isn't my strongest point.

 

[RockYourWings]

Hi Everyone,

Just joined after searching online for a London-centered online business forum.

I'm totally new to business and entrepreneurship - as a young student who has recently graduated I've decided to start-up a small online business to keep me occupied whilst I job hunt.

The business specialises in providing practice aptitude tests via web applications on a subscription term basis (i.e. 30 or 60 days) and charges for the appropriate amount of time. Specifically these practice aptitude tests are for those cadets who wish to join a selective/private flying school before progressing onto a large UK or European-based airline.

In the future I'd like to expand this business into consulting for the development of specific professional-grade aptitude tests for various flight training organisations.

My area of 'expertise' is actually as a commercial pilot, and although the industry is slightly stagnant - I do believe there are heaps of opportunity for many niche businesses within it still.

To round off, I'm 21, currently studying for a BA (to Masters eventually!) in an aviation related degree and am looking to network, learn, listen from all of you wise chaps in here.

Apologies for the longest forum introduction post in the history of the internet.

Thanks,

Tom

 

[RockYourWings]

My business specialises in providing practice aptitude tests via web applications on a subscription term basis (i.e. 30 or 60 days).

Specifically these practice aptitude tests are for those cadets who wish to join a selective/private flying school before progressing onto a large UK or European-based airline.

My area of 'expertise' is actually as a commercial pilot and in the future I'd like to expand this business into consulting for the development of specific professional-grade aptitude tests for various flight training organisations.

 

[Success2013]

Hello everyone

We are a manufacturer of upvc windows and doors based in Watford, we supply and fit and our FENSA registered and we have been going since last year, we are looking to increase our sales by finding sales reps, insurance work, if anyone knows of the best way to find them, please let us know? Have tried gumtree with no success, the difference to our competitors it's our price, quality of work and turnaround, customer service

 

[Adam_B]

Hello all!

We are a specialist climate control company based in Central London.
Our services range from Air Conditioning, Heating, Ventilation to Refrigeration.

We offer, repair, installation and maintenance for Residential & Commercial clients based in London and Home counties.

We offer a free site survey and quotation service for new installations, and work with only premium Manufacturers, meaning real warranty, quality systems.
Our engineers are trained and certified for all your Climate requirements.

I am the project manager for London, and look forward to having a good read on here, and a chat with you all.

thanks
AB

 

[philjellyman]

Hi,
I'm based in Reading and started up a new business last year specialising in Learning Management Systems and e-learning libraries. I have been in the training arena for a couple of decades and know a thing or two about all aspects of training design and delivery. If anyone ever needs any advice just get in touch.

Regards,
Phil Jellyman