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Page 1: Business and Technology Show NW Event Programme 2011

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Tuesday 18th October 2011 Aintree Racecourse Merseyside

www.businessfairsuk.com

A Premier Business Event from Liverpool BA

Business and Technology ShowNorth West

Free to Visit Exhibit from £200

www.businessfairsuk.com

Business & Technology Show NWTuesday 18th October10.30am - 3.30pmAintree Racecourse

Liverpool BA 0151 709 8932

Business Exhibi&onbased across three key zones of Technology,Environment & Efficiency and Business toBusiness

Workshops - including

A Prac)cal Guide to Intellectual PropertyGrowing Your Business with the power of SMSDoing It Online - Tax and VATPublic Rela)ons DIY WorkshopImprove your Website Marke)ng for FreeLearn the Ten Steps for Business GrowthBusiness ShowcaseCrea)ng Profit by becoming an ecommercereseller

NatWest BusinessAdvice Bus

Demonstra&ons -

a chance to ‘Have A Go’ at a new skill

Sales & Marke&ng Clinics -

including free one to one marke)ng clinics withthe Chartered Ins)tute of Marke)ng

Ask the Expert - Topics including

Personal & Business Finance, Tax, Marke)ng andManagement, SEO and Website Marke)ng,Employment/Health & Safety Law, ICT andMinimising Waste to Maximise Profit

Business Showcase - in which

up to 10 companies are invited to give a 60second pitch about what they do, followed bygeneral speed networking

Business Advice &Informa&on

Business Start Up Advice

New Product Pitches - in

which up to 12 companies are invited to give athree minute pitch about their new product,service, inven)on or innova)on

Other Special Features -

including free head and back massages, artdisplays and lots more

Event Supported By

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

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Business Exhibi/onA wide variety of companies are exhibi/ng basedacross three key themes of Technology, Environment& Efficiency and Business to Business

Workshops10.25am A Prac/cal Guide to Intellectual Property - What it Is andWhy do You Need It

Delivered by Tom Hutchinson, Hutchinson IP10.45am New Product Pitch Session 111.00am Growing your business with the power of Mobile

Delivered by txtlocal11.35am Doing it Online - Dealing with VAT, Self Assessment, PAYEand Corpora/on Tax online

Delivered by HMRC Business Educa/on & Support Team12.05pm Public Rela/ons DIY Workshop

Delivered by Oliver Chesher, Admiral PR1.05pm New Product Pitch Session 21.20pm How to Improve your Website Marke/ng for Free - NonTechnical Tips and Techniques

Delivered by Jonathan Hughes, Mammoth Group1.55pm New Product Pitch Session 32.10pm Learn the Ten Steps for Business Growth

Delivered by Terry Houghton, Business Doctors2.45pm Business Showcase and Speed Networking3.15pm How to Create Ongoing Profit by Becoming a Value AddedEcommerce Reseller

Delivered by Mark Gidlow, TIC Webshops

Have a Go Demonstra/onsLiverpool Provider Network and a selec/on of their ProviderMembers will be invi/ng visitors to learn a new skill at theevent, including - Build Your Perfect Appren/ce - Hairdressingand Barbering skills such as Braids, Hair Ups and Clipper Work -Childcare /ps such as How to Stop a Baby Crying - First AidBasics with 'Resusci Annie' - Mavis Beacon Touch Typing

Marke/ng Clinics - including free one to one

marke/ng clinics with the Chartered Ins/tute of Marke/ng

NatWest Business Advice Bushop on board to benefit from a range of free business advicewhether or not you’re a NatWest customer. Rela/onshipManagers will be available to offer a business review to SMEowners, and entrepreneurs looking to start their own businesscan also receive feedback on their plans from NatWest start-upadvisers.

Ask the ExpertCobhams Ltd – Personal & Business TaxGroundwork Merseyside – Improving your resource efficiencyHMRC Business Educa/on & Support Team – Business taxes,VAT and online tax returns.Hutchinson IP Ltd – Protec/ng your ideas and designsIOSH Merseyside Branch – Workplace health and safetyJobcentreplus – Recruitment and Current Support ProgrammesLiverpool City Council – Business con/nuity and planning foremergenciesLiverpool Vision – Business SupportSelling Online Ltd - Improving Your Website Rankings on GoogleTICWEBSHOPS - Se0ng Up & Developing an Online Shop

Business Showcase - in which up to 10

companies are invited to give a 60 second pitch about whatthey do, followed by general speed networking

Business Advice & Informa/on

Business Start Up Advice

New Product Pitches - in which up to 12

companies are invited to give a three minute pitch about theirnew product, service, inven/on or innova/on

Other Special FeaturesAdrenaline Brush – view and play Adrenaline Brush’slatest range of original, hand cra!ed board games.Airmaster will be demonstra/ng their new range ofmassage chairs – one of which even has a zero gravityfeature!Cloudnine Bodyworks – Free head and back massagesWine Time at Scatchards – free wine tas/ngThe Chartered Ins/tute of Marke/ng – free Marke/ngclinics and adviceThe Chartered Management Ins/tute - free clinics andadvice on improving organisa/onal performance, training& development, qualifica/ons and developing PDP/CPD

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

SHOWBusiness &

Technology

North WestNorth West

20112011

Tuesday 18th October 2011Aintree Racecourse Merseyside

Forward LookingForward Thinking

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

Business to BusinessTechnologyEnvironment & Efficiency

� 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

Welcome to the 2011 Business and Technology Show.We have tried to provide a wide and interesting range

of features at today’s event and very much hope that youenjoy your visit and make lots of useful contacts.

Features and Workshops

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exhibitors

Active Training NetworkActive Training Network is a health & safety training provider offering a range of courses and retailer of quality first aid supplies.We are accredited to deliver:HSE First Aid At Work Courses - Initial, Requalification and EFAWIOSH Managing & Working SafelyCIEH Health & Safety Course, Manual Handling & COSHHOpen courses are delivered at several venues around Merseyside & West Lancashire or wecan deliver in your workplace.Come and say Hello to us on our stand and if you are one of our first 50 visitors you willreceive a FREE First Aid Kit and enquire about our FREE RLSS “Save A Baby’s Life” clinicswhich are being delivered this autumn.

07883 071 220 www.activetrainingnetwork.com

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

AirmasterExperience Zero Gravity & 3D Massage With Airmaster.The closest thing to an out of body experience this side of Heaven!Airmaster Luxury Products presents the Airmaster range of massage chairs, the mosttechnologically advanced product of its kind in the UK.

The epitome of indulgence brought to you - Because you deserve it!

0151 944 1841 (Showroom enquiries)07889 181 291 (Book a demonstration)07889 181 291 (Hire enquiries) www.air-master.co.uk

Baltic Training ServicesBaltic Training Services are an Apprenticeship Training Provider offering funded and commercial training in the IT, Business, Industrial, Health & Social Care and Energy Sectors. Programmes are designed by Employers for Employers, ensuring that new or existing Employees on Apprenticeship Programmes add value from day one.

01325 731 062 www.baltictraining.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

City Executive CentreWe are the Uk’s leading provider of serviced offices.We provide flexible, cost effective solutions for business’

We also offer meeting and conference room hire and virtual office solutions.

0151 515 3000 www.cecoffices.com

Claranet LtdSpecialising in Broadband & Hosting Technologies, Claranet SOHO was established inJanuary 2010. Based in Birchwood in the North West of England, our ethos always been toprovide quality services, backed up by quality support.

01925 855 813 http://claranetsoho.co.uk

Cloudnine BodyworksWorkplace acupressure massage / reiki

Treatments with the WOW! Factor

0771 339 8993 www.c9wow.com

Cobhams LtdCobhams is a progressive accountancy firm in Crosby run by Pat Cobham - an ex HMRC Tax Inspector. Ask the Expert Pat will be on hand to advise on tax queries, business taxes, tax breaks for commercial properties etc.

0151 285 3660 www.cobhams.co.uk

Costco WholesaleCostco is a membership warehouse club that sells a wide selection of top quality brand namemerchandise 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 7675 www.costco.co.uk

Cyber Host Pro LtdCyber Host Pro provide cloud hosting solutions. Move your website to Cyber Host Pro’sservers and you’ll receive 100% uptime on your website which will be mirrored over severalservers. Try them today for just 1 visit www.cyberhostpro.com

0845 527 9345 www.cyberhostpro.com

Desk CentreWith over 25 years experience within the industry, Desk Centre have grown to become one of the largest specialists in the office and Educational furniture market. We partner with the world’s leading manufacturers to offer a diverse and refreshing selection of products that would complement every office or Education Environment.

0845 313 7456 www.deskcentre.co.uk

DW Stadium / Wigan Athletic / Wigan WarriorsThe DW Stadium is home to Wigan Athletic F.C. and Wigan Warriors and is the ideal venue for business and pleasure.If you are looking to hold an event or are interested in sponsorship opportunities orcorporate hospitality call 01942 774 000.

01942 774 000 www.dwstadium.comwww.wiganlatics.co.uk www.wiganwarriors.com

Final Demand LtdNo Win No Fee Debt Recovery - With over 70 years in house experience providing costeffective and proactive resolution to all your debt recovery needs. Providing clients withaccess to 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 businessescut costs by using resources such as energy, water, materials and waste more efficiently. Theservice is delivered free of charge as part of the region’s ENWORKS support programme.

0151 726 2740 www.groundworkmerseyside.org.uk

Hale CommunicationsHale Communications has over 18 years experience providing mobile and fixed linecommunications solutions to UK businesses. We are a Vodafone Gold Partner and One Netaccredited. An Apple iPhone and iPad partner. We also work closely with Blackberry so theyprovide us with up to date info on their new products including the new Playbook. ContactSteve on 07500 222 794.

0161 929 1580 www.halecommunications.co.uk

HMRC Business Education & Support TeamThe HMRC Business Education & Support Team is specially trained to help businessesunderstand 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

Hutchinson IP LtdThe fixed-fee IP law firm. Expert advice and representation regarding all aspects ofintellectual property (IP) law, including patents, designs, copyright and trademarks.

01704 532 683 www.hutchinsonip.com

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exhibitors

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

Inciner8uk LtdInciner8uk are the UK arm of Inciner8 International who sell to over 125 countries worldwide. Waste isa costly and very political item today all businesses are looking for savings. Our incinerators can burn waste and give back heat and hot watercan you do without one in today’s world.

01704 506 677 www.inciner8uk.co.uk

Insight2Drive LtdInsight2Drive provide Bespoke Driver Training and Risk Assessments for local North Westcompanies. Start saving money now on your fuel, repairs and employee down time. Weoffer anyone who attends the Business Fair a free 1 hour consultation and free access to 24hour “Motoring” Legal help.

0151 525 6377 www.insight2drive.com

IOSH Merseyside BranchInstitute of Occupational Safety & Health. The leading network of Safety & Health Practitioners.Working with members and others to prevent work related accidents, ill health and environmental harm.

01704 509 263 www.IOSH.co.uk

JobcentreplusJobcentreplus offers a free professional recruitment service which helps to take the cost andhassle out of your recruitment. Vacancies are accessible through both phone and internetusing one of Europe’s largest jobsites.Jobcentreplus also delivers a suite of Get Britain Working measures to help people back intowork.

0845 601 2001 (to place a vacancy)[email protected] (for other enquiries)

www.direct.gov.uk

Liverpool City CouncilLiverpool City Council Emergency Planning Unit works in co-operation with the emergencyservices and other responding agencies to ensure arrangements and procedures in place todeal with major incidents or emergencies within Liverpool. The unit are also responsible forbusiness continuity arrangements within the authority and promoting business continuityplanning to local businesses and voluntary organisations.

0151 225 8400http://liverpool.gov.uk/Business/business-continuity/

Liverpool FCLiverpool Football Club is undoubtedly the North West’s premier meetings and events venue.With five separate suites able to simultaneously hold meetings of 200 plus, together with 30brand new executive boxes overlooking the Anfield turf. Anfield epitomises success andachieves your goals.

0151 263 7744 www.liverpoolfc.tv

Liverpool Provider NetworkLPN is a collaboration of 21 Liverpool work based learning providers who meet monthly toshare best practice and develop joint strategies for training delivery. Their areas of jointexpertise include:Training trends in local industry sectorsWhat training programmes employers prefer and what their issues and concerns areThe planning and implementation of government funded trainingBarriers to success and how to overcome themIssues of equality, diversity, social inclusion, and safeguarding of young peopleHow training initiatives can be linked together for maximum impactThrough its members, LPN offers a range of training courses including Apprenticeships,NVQs, Foundation Learning, and programmes for schools pupils. As a network they alsooffer a range of consultancy services such as providing strategic and practical advice fortraining initiatives, establishing pilot training projects, and providing advice on socialinclusion, engaging hardest to help learners, and provision for learners with learningdifficulties or disabilities.

0151 707 8775 www.gmlpf.org

In Training 0151 920 3770www.intraining.co.uk

Liverpool Chamber Training Limited 0151 227 1234www.liverpoolchamber.org.uk

Michael John Academy 0151 708 8558www.michaeljohnofliverpool.com

Mode Training 0151 709 4640www.modetraining.co.uk

Rocket Training Ltd 0151 259 1556www.rockettraining.co.uk

tpm (Training Plus Merseyside) 0151 709 6000www.tpmnow.co.uk

Liverpool VisionLiverpool Vision is the gateway for free business support, our team are on hand to deal withyour enquiries, whether you run an existing business looking for assistance or you are a newentrepreneur seeking support. We offer a free service that coordinates the activities of key business support organisationsso that new businesses and existing firms can access the full range of support needed to

make an investment happen.

0151 600 2900 www.liverpoolvision.co.uk

Matt Joyce PhotographyLiverpool-based photographer with UK coverage. Quality images at realistic prices withservices covering all your photographic needs: corporate, product, portrait, event andcommercial photography. Reliable and professional, creating images which help you topromote your business, products or services more effectively.

07903 371 477 www.mattjoyce.co.uk

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 digitalsignage.

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

NatWestNatWest as part of The Royal Bank of Scotland Group provides a wide range of products andservices to personal, commercial and large corporate and institutional customers. For thesmall business community in the North West we have a team of business managers andrelationship managers providing day to day banking support, operating from local offices.

0800 69 40 092 www.natwest.com/ahead

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NetpunchNetpunch is a full service digital marketing agency which specialise in helping businesses grow via the internet. We offer a full range of services from website, SEO, PPC, email marketing, social media marketing, mobile marketing and mobile website development. The marketing strategies we use can be applied to any business to helpgenerate leads, sales and grow your list of prospects.

0151 932 1074 http://netpunch.co.uk

NHSBTBlood is something we all expect to be there for us when we need it, yet only 4% of us giveblood. Many people would not be alive today if it wasn’t for the generosity of our donors.

Do something amazing...Give Blood

0151 268 7042 www.blood.co.uk

O2 AintreeWe are a dedicated business team looking after new and existing business customers for our 6 o2 stores. Our aim is to provide you with a professional face to face service at a time and place that best suits your business needs.

01744 780 062 www.o2.co.uk

Parker Sandford LtdParker Sandford: A leading digital agency that develops and delivers powerful strategies,innovation and proven value. Our customer engagement models and unique ‘singlecustomer view’ software give you unrivalled customer data and communications.You and your business will enjoy working with our highly creative, innovative andexperienced team. Please visit our stand today.

01942 247 884www.parkersandford.com

www.attain.uk.com

Print SolutionsEstablished in 1995 we offer the full range of print solutions at a competitive price:Creative designDigital printingLitho printingLarge format printing & exhibition systemsSuperb high definition printing as standardEnvironmentally friendly print processQuick response and turnarounds

01744 616 555 www.print-solutions.com

QualitySolicitors Jackson & Canter50 years in business this year and now part of the first UK legal brand, QualitySolicitorsJackson & Canter undertakes a wide range of commercial employment and personal clientwork. Liverpool Law Firm of the Year 2009 and nominated twice in 2011, the firm pridesitself on its excellent client service.

0151 282 1700 www.qualitysolicitors.com/jacksoncanter

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 managementand fulfilment. The company is ISO9001 and 14001 certified and a Chartered Distributormember 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, were here to help you get where you want to be.We provide reliable day-to-day banking and long-term support. Specifically designed to meetthe needs of growing businesses, our services take the hassle out of banking so you can focuson making your business succeed.

07899 064 334 www.santander.co.uk

Sefton EBPSefton Education Business Partnership provides opportunities for business and young peopleto work together: Working with us will helpDevelop the skills of your current and future workforceRaise the profile of your business in the local communityDeliver your corporate responsibility policyWe look forward to meeting you

0151 330 5757 www.seftonebp.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 861375 www.sellingonline.co.uk

Stephensons Solicitors LLPStephensons has developed Constant for businesses who want to offer their employees acomprehensive value added service.Employers who sign up free of charge to Constant will be able to provide their employees

with access to a 24 hour legal helpline which is also a tax and NI free benefit.

01942 777 777 www.stephensons.co.uk

STORM ConsultancySTORM transforms business risk into reward. We specialise in health & safety support, eventmanagement, asbestos services, staff training, business continuity and risk management.

“Quite simply, a fabulous company to do business with.”

0845 894 6342 www.stormconsultancyuk.com

TES LtdTES are able to provide a comprehensive range of services backed by 20 years experienceincluding Radio Systems for secure communications, Man Down Systems, HazardousEnvironments, Mission Critical Communications, Emergency Systems, MESH MobileBroadband and Wireless Broadband.

01772 901 901 www.tes.ltd.uk

The Chartered Institute of MarketingWhether you are just starting up or are a well established business, take advantage of our FREEmarketing 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

W www.c9wow.comE [email protected] 0771 339 8993T 0151 228 9021

Stephen & Sheila HughesITEC Dip OSM

ON-SITE ACUPRESSURE MASSAGE / REIKI / EFT

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The Chartered Management InstituteProfessional body for Managers and Leaders, focusing on improving personal andorganisational performance. We set the standards, support individual and organisationaldevelopment, provide accreditation, qualifications and professional recognition, includingChartered Manager status. Attractive membership rates for individuals and organisations ateach event.

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

The MerseyThe Mersey is a free monthly magazine delivered to over 20,000 homes across Merseysideand beyond.Each month the magazine is packed with community news, what’s on, competitions, localbusiness information and much much more...You will also find the Mersey online at www.the-mersey.co.uk giving you a second chance tocatch up on what’s new.

0151 530 2185 www.the-mersey.co.uk

TICWEBSHOPSProviding online shopping websites to small and medium size business, WITHOUT any capitaldevelopment costs. With onsite training, guaranteed long term fixed running costs at lessthan 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 enablesTICWEBSHOPS to give all traders a powerful online shop.

0844 474 8686 www.ticwebshops.com

WebsalesUK.com t/a WN1WN1 deliver a fantastic customer experience for you in all areas of your IT support, whetherits optimising your existing network or specifying and installing a new one, we will ensureyour business is handled with care and precision. When you call us a real voice will answerthe phone and deal efficiently with your issue. Our industry leading software will track yourissue all the way through to resolution with you having full access to all information at anystage.

0844 257 1084 www.wn1-it.com

WebsiteInABoxWebsiteInABox, is exactly as it sounds, a fully customisable professional website or store, in abox! At under100, Website In A Box is the best value way to get your business theprofessional .com or .co.uk website it needs. Website In A Box is fully inclusive, and we reallydo mean fully inclusive, absolutely everything, including support is included for 12 months!

08432 890 567 www.WebsiteInABox.co.uk

Wine Time at ScatchardsWineTime is a family run, independent wine merchant with shops in the North West ofEngland. With over 30 years experience, wines are hand picked from smaller similar mindedwine producers all over the wine making world with our discerning customers in mind nomatter what their budget. We have just been awarded a runner up prize in this yearsInternational Wine & Spirit Competition in the Independent Retailer of the Year category.

0151 207 1134 www.winetimewines.co.uk

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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.

Not sure which solicitor to choose?

4th Floor Reception88 Church StreetLiverpool, L1 3HD

Liverpool Law Firm of the year and Human Rights Law Firm 2009.Our expert legal teams are ready to handle your problem and deliver asolution for you.

QualitySolicitors Jackson & Canter, your chosen law firm in Liverpool.

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