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Finishing Year 11 soon?
Message from Dave McNicholl, Senior Manager of Warrington Youth Club, “It’s YOUR summer.. make it special and be part of something BIG. Over 8,000 young people throughout England experienced NCS in 2011, and up to 30,000 will get the chance to take part in 2012. Taking part in NCS will help you develop and demonstrate important skills, attitudes and personal qualities which are valued by employers, colleges and universities. But most of all, NCS is an action-packed journey of personal and social development. Don’t take our word for it – here are some of the things last year’s NCS graduates had to say about the programme ‘Truly Amazing’, ‘A once in a lifetime experience’, ‘I really wanna do this again next year even if I have to pay – please, please, please!!!!!’ and if you don’t want it to end there, NCS graduates can apply to take part in International Citizen Service when they reach 18 – and make a difference overseas. NCS is completely free but places are limited and filling up fast. Join us at a local information and sign up session. Call the NCS team on FREEPHONE 0800 0126 606 Email personal.advisor@connexionslive.com website www.connexionslive.com. It’s YOUR summer, YOUR chance.. don’t waste it.”
Testimonial for Helix Healthcare
“This is a note to say thank you to Alex and Gina of Helix Healthcare for the income protection and private medical policies you recently arranged for me. The advice I received was extremely helpful and practical, it allowed me to make an informed decision about what I needed to do and I would have no hesitation in recommending your business to friends, colleagues and family.” Ian Gregory, The Alternative Board (May 2012)
Testimonial for Freedom Cars
“I purchased my almost new Skoda Octavia through Freedom Cars. Once I had determined what my requirements were, I provided Freedom Cars with my specification and budget. They then searched the vehicles available and obtained one for me and delivered it. Having previously purchased vehicles from Main Dealers or 2nd hand traders; This was altogether a much more relaxed and pain free experience. No pushy sales people trying to persuade you to take the one they want rid of, because it is perfect for you. Car sourcing is more like dealing with a professional broker or agent, who provides helpful advice, knows the market. Thus they act on your behalf. I can thoroughly recommend this new approach to getting your dream machine.” Denis McAllister, Coras IT (May 2012)
A Winning Team at BNI Focus
Our run of winners in the chapter continues. At the Warrington First Charity Quiz Night at the Peace Centre on the 15th May, BNI Focus entered two teams of 4 players to test their brain cells against other teams from the Warrington business community and one of our teams won!!!! With a score of 52 (way ahead of the runners up).. Tim Jordan and his team mates; Nicky, Andrea and Keith were the victors and picked up a trophy, quiz books and bottles to celebrate with! Quizmaster for the evening was Dave McNicholl, Senior Manager of Warrington Youth Club.
Job Opportunity at Warrington Youth Club
Dave McNicholl of Warrington Youth Club announced a fantastic job opportunity for anyone who has experience of working with young people and has some capacity to support a group of young people from across Warrington through the National Citizen Service programme being hosted by Warrington Youth Club between July and August 2012. Please pass this opportunity for Group Leaders through your networks of contacts, families and friends. See Advert, Job Description, Equal Op Form and Application Form for details
Testimonial for Styles and Co
“A few weeks ago I asked Ian for some tax advice on behalf of a trust in which a connection of mine was a trustee. The advice concerned the administration of the trust and possible winding up of it in a tax efficient manner. Within a day of making the request one of Ian’s colleagues rang me so I could fully explain the scenario, and a few days after that I received detailed advice with a number of suggested solutions (some of which I had not considered) in which the trust could be dealt with in the ways suggested, whilst at the same time saving some or all of the tax which might otherwise have been charged. I was very impressed, both with the speed and efficiency of the service and the quality of the advice, which demonstrated Styles & Co had considered the issue in depth and advised accordingly. All of that proves that not all accountants are the same, and that if you choose a good one – like Styles & Co – it will pay off. I would not hesitate in recommending them.” Tim Jordan, Partner, Forshaws Davis Ridgway (May 2012)
Testimonial for Marketing Doris
“I would like to thank Helen of Marketing Doris for the recent service you provided to members of staff at Warrington Youth Club for a Power Hour on social media and social marketing. Whilst some of the staff team have started using a range of social media to both communiate with children, young people and families about the services available through the organisation. We are mereley learning as we go along and your support has provided a background to develop a strategy on utilising a wider range of marketing resources and facilities. Whilst I was not directly in receipt of the service, I have spoken at length to the two members of staff whom you trained and both of them have not only had an improved understanding of various tools available but also increased their level of motivation to promote the organisation in a more comprehensive coordinated way. Part of my professional role is to work in partnership with other local, regional and natural charities and I can clearly see how all of these organisations will be able to benefit from your improvement, I will definitely highly recommend you to colleagues.” David McNicholl, Senior Manager, Warrington Youth Club (May 2012)
Flash, Bang, Wallop.. what a picture!
Meet the BNI Focus Lymm chapter! Now that you can see we’ve not a scary bunch, we’d very much like to see you at one of our meetings. Contact us to arrange a visit. Thank you to Andrew Collier (far right) who took the picture (via timer). Click on image for a larger view
Warrington Youth Club Fundraising Events
Warrington Youth Club have annouced dates of fundraising events of the next few months; 29th May Pub Quiz Antrobus Arms, 16th June Mid Summer Ball Peace Centre, 23rd June Joint Summer Ball with Bolton at the Lowry, 18th July Patrons Launch Peace Centre, 14th October 60k Bike Ride. For information on any of the events contact Zoe Slater or Dave McNichol
Testimonial for PB Electrical
“Following advice from PB Electrical I have replaced the Halogen Bulbs in my kitchen with LEDs, I was somewhat sceptical as I thought the reduction from 50 Watt bulbs to just 5 Watts would leave the room dull and gloomy, but with your expertise and advice on choosing the right bulb with the right colour, the kitchen is warmly lit. It also means a 90% saving in energy costs and a much extended lifespan. The kitchen’s Bright the kitchen’s LED.” Daniel Dunn, St James Place Wealth Management
Testimonial for Wills for Life
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, Wendy and Wills for Life, for planning my death. Well not planning my death literally, but planning the fall out that could potentially happen following my sudden departure from this mortal coil. What could have been a jolly unsettling affair turned out to be an informative and highly engaging meeting which stripped away any semblence of maudling and left me with an overwhelming sense of wellbeing, comfortable in the knowledge that my family would be well taken care of following my demise. My previous will, as it turned out, was filled with descrepancies and had this not been pointed out by Wendy at our intial meeting, would very well have turned the reading of said will into a family bun fight further down the line. I would not hesitate in recommending Wendy for her engaging down-to-earth, shoot from the hip, straight talking, no nonsense approach which truly was a breath of fresh air.” Neil Cummins, In Hand Design (April 2012)
Testimonial for Marketing Doris
“Calibre has been using the consultancy services of Marketing Doris for a number of months now. Helen is a fresh and positive influence on our team and has affected our communication both internally and externally in a dramatic way. I was concerned with bringing in someone from the ‘outside’ of our business but I needn’t have been as Helen slots right into our marketing strategy, in fact she drives us forward and continually brings something new to the table. I would recommend Helen to other businesses that are looking to inject some personality and passion into their marketing activities. She is now a welcome addition to the Calibre team!” Paul Cliffe, Sales & Marketing Manager, Calibre Control (April 2012)
Testimonial for Freedom Cars
“Excellent work with Freedom Cars handling of our cars MOTS. Not only did we drop these on you at short notice, but we even swapped the car you were mean to be working on the day before! Both vehicles were collected, inspected, passed and ready for collection well within the agreed time frame. There is no reason for me not to use or recommend your companies services in the future.” Clive Booth, Ebbe Connecting (April 2012)
Testimonial for Freedom Cars
“I would like to thank all of the staff at Freedom Cars for their help with the oil leak on my vehicle. I had a leak previously and had been told by another garage that it had been repaired. Much to my disappointment when I reversed from my drive to see I had the remains of my oil in a pool on the drive. Freedom cars were quick to order the correct parts, fitted it within hours and in fact told me it was a very small job to complete. I would like to thank them for being honest, reliable and trustworthy Very highly recommended.” Scott Rayner, Cheshire Building Contractors (April 2012)
Testimonial for PB Electrical
“I would like to thank Paul for the replacement LED lights to my office. PB Electrical had arranged for the supply and fit of 8 LED lights in replacement for the Halogen lights that were failing from time to time. He was quick, tidy and I had a fantastic new brightly lit office in no time. Thanks once again for all the work you have carried out for me. I would like to thank them for being honest, reliable and trustworthy I really believe that LED lighting is the future. Very highly recommended.” Scott Rayner, Cheshire Building Contractors (April 2012)
Testimonial for Andrew Collier Photography
“Andrew offered to photograph the Festival committee for free, providing both a group shot and individual ‘head and shoulder. New portraits were needed as the ones used on the website were a mixture of sizes and formats. He managed to complete it on a rather damp evening. The results are very impressive and the committee have expressed their satisfaction, including those who hate being photographed! I must compliment his creativity and nerve in posing Canon Burgess leaning against Lymm stocks” Denis McAllister, Lymm Festival Webmaster (April 2012)
Warrington Youth Club Summer Ball
Let us entertain you! On Saturday 16th June, The Warrington Youth Club and the Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation will be hosting a fantastic Summer Masquerade Ball here at the Peace Centre. It starts at 7:15pm and includes Welcoming Drinks, 4 Course Meal, an auction with superb prizes, entertainment from the fabulous JK as Robbie Williams and then you can dance the night away at the disco until it closes at 00:30. JK looks and sounds like the real thing so not only will you have a night to remember, but you will also be helping the Foundation & the Youth Club to help young people & adults in your community and throughout the Northwest. A table of 10 costs just £400 and individual tickets only £45. We would be delighted if you could join us, so I have attached an invite form for you to complete and return along with a deposit of £20.00 per person to The Peace Centre, Peace Drive, Warrington, WA51HQ. For more information contact Zoe Slater on 01925 581 224 or zoes@warringtonyouthclub.co.uk or download the application form here. As Robbie Williams himself advises ‘no regrets, they don’t work’ so book yourself onto the Summer Ball whilst there are tables still available.
Warrington Business Expo
Andrew Collier Photography will be exhibiting their Business portraits at the Warrington Business Expo Friday 27th April 2012 at the Village Hotel in Warrington 10.30-3.00pm. Go along and say hello
Congratulations!!
.. BNI Focus won two categories in the BNI Cheshire & North Wales Awards 2012 on Friday 20th April; New Member (less than 1 year) of the Year – Neil Cummins, BNI Focus and Leadership Team of the Year - BNI Focus. Congratulations to all the winners (and nominees) – well deserved!!
BNI Focus Members – shortlisted in 5 Categories!
We are delighted (and very proud!) to have 5 members from BNI Focus Lymm Chapter shortlisted in the BNI Cheshire & North Wales Awards 2012. Congratulations to all the nomimees and good luck on the night; New Member (less than 1 year) of the Year - Neil Cummins, BNI Focus Unsung Hero - Jill Corkish, BNI Jaguar, Helen Stott, BNI Focus Leadership Team of the Year - BNI Focus Chapter Director of the Year - Wendy Heyes, BNI Focus Member of the Year - Tim Jordan, BNI Focus
