From the 6th April 2021, the various government- backed loan schemes previously available have merged into one new offering, the Recovery Loan Scheme (‘ RLS’). Previous schemes have had defined criteria around the size of the business applying, along with different amounts of borrowing available depending...
On Friday 21st May during 'Dementia Action Week' we are hoping to get as many people in our community wearing denim to raise awareness of dementia. It's up to you if you choose to wear jeans or to go head to toe in denim but...
We are delighted to have recieved a number of member testimonials recently, have a read through and see for yourself what our members are saying. If you know of a business that is interested in joining please invite them as a guest to our next...
We are pleased to invite all HHBA members to this NEW joint Chamber event for 2021 which offers networking with a difference, with attendees from our Affiliated Chambers. This virtual networking webinar is designed to enable delegates to support each other, whilst exchanging ideas and information...
Since the introduction of their universal colour matching system in 1963, Pantone has been a key resource for graphic designers. Their standardisation of colours allows designers around the world to communicate clearly about which colours to use. Each year, Pantone tunes into global trends and influences to...
HHBA invites you to join fellow members for our networking meeting on Thursday 20th May between 12-1pm. Register for our session We are pleased to announce that our guest speaker will be Tim Rylatt from Growth by Design who will present on 'A business owner’s journey -...
Using Our Smartphone Security Credentials At the end of 2020 over 20% of Web browsing, text and email connections were made by smartphones which is continuing to grow in 2021 and a development that is set to change the way office and home security will work...
We're often asked this question. Our answer tends to be "it depends". The influencing factors are typically the competitiveness of the industry in which the potential client is operating, and their starting positive in terms of how "optimised" their website and/or Google My Business profile are. We took...
In case you missed our collaborative event this week with Burgess Hill Business Parks Association, East Grinstead Business Association, Gatwick Diamond Business and Manor Royal Business Improvement District. You can watch the recorded session here >> [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myn9GIlDM44[/embed] The challenge and opportunity: during the challenges of the past ten months,...
East Sussex Marketing Expo | May 13th 2021 – Hosted on Online (REMO) 10:00am - 10:10am / Welcome 10:10am - 10:30am / Networking / Crazy Golf Games Corner 10:30am - 11:00am / Keynote Talk: SEO - Rachael Dines, Shake it Up Creative 11:00am - 11.20am / Networking / Crazy Golf...
We are Creative Spark Services Limited, specialists in technical services, supporting events, venues, theatres, schools and places of worship. Events & Hire - We offer outstanding bespoke Lighting, Sound, Video and decoration for a range of events including Weddings, Parties, Conferences, Award Shows, Gala Dinners and...
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We have recieved the following Government update, please read the full details below. The latest information about financial support schemes available to help your clients as part of the UK Government’s Plan for Jobs. This includes the latest on the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS), the...
Get the market insight you need to succeed Over the next fortnight our range of free, intensive business support programmes focus on helping you to: Start-up successfully Find and apply for the finance & funding to grow your business faster Access the research that tells you what products...
Dear Members I hope you're all well. Just a brief email to ask if you'd be willing to sponsor my Time4Children Mayor's Marathon Challenge which I'm running together with The Deputy Mayor, Matt Jeffers and Steve Trice, the Town Clerk over 3 days, the 29th and 30th April and 1st May to raise funds...
We are seeking a dedicated leader with experience in the charity sector to join our team. Due to the forthcoming retirement of our CEO, we are looking for a replacement Chief Operating Officer (COO). Are you the person we are looking for? Or do you know...
Today more than ever businesses are receiving fake emails supposedly from legitimate organisations. These are phishing emails. Legitimate organisations typically send from their email address using their company Domain name after the “@” symbol. For instance alastair@the-bureau.co.uk or info@twitter.com or enquiries@biba.org.uk or cybersecurity@lawsociety.org.uk A firm’s...
The Council has prepared a Town Centre Masterplan for Haywards Heath. The Masterplan sets a vision for the future of Haywards Heath seeking to strengthen the position of the town by encouraging economic growth and attracting people to live, work and visit. It includes: Transport Improvements...
Made By Sport is a charity which raises awareness of the power of sport and funding for organisations that use sport to support young people across the UK. The 'Clubs In Crisis' fund is part of a wider campaign promoting sport as one of the best ways...
How To Switch Off Your Negative Thought Button Hey gorgeous people, "I can't seem to turn the negative thought button off" Do you resonate with that? If so, this may just be the right one for you. - Do you find it difficult to think anything positive? - Do you...
If you were unable to make our networking meeting on Thursday evening but would like to see the fantastic presentation James Mallinson from Servo Private Wealth delievered to our members please take a look here. HHBA - Servo - How much money do you need for...
The “cloud” is a real 21st Century buzzword. Cloud computing is very exciting to some businesses but leaves others cold and fearful. Why is it that such an important technology causes such extreme reactions in people? Is the “Cloud” here to stay and how important...
The Government has released more discretionary funding for a further round of Additional Restrictions Grants. The grants will help to support businesses that have been negatively impacted financially by the pandemic but may not pay business rates. Businesses can apply for these grants at https://midsussex.grantapproval.co.uk/ . The...
Family mediation is becoming a popular way for divorcing couples to separate, as it provides a relatively quick, cost-effective and relatively harmonious way for families to part, without having to go to court. Last month the government announced it is to invest £1m in family...
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As well as day pass bookings and dedicated desk packages, we have also reopened our meeting rooms! Our professional, comfortable and convenient meeting room spaces are perfect for meeting clients, collaborating with team members and holding small workshops and training sessions. All our meeting room spaces...
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a training course which teaches people how to identify, understand and help someone who may be experiencing a mental health issue. MHFA won’t teach you to be a therapist, but it will teach you to listen, reassure and respond, even...
Following the success of this event in March we are pleased to invite you to another joint Chamber event on June 2nd 2pm-3.30pm 2021 which offers networking with a difference, with attendees from our all our Affiliated Chambers. This virtual networking webinar is designed to enable...
We are delighted to invite you to join this free online webinar, brought to you through the collaboration of Burgess Hill Business Parks Association, East Grinstead Business Association, Gatwick Diamond Business, Haywards Heath Business Association and Manor Royal Business Improvement District. “The Power of Community” – Building your Business Connections. Date: Tuesday 20th April 2021 Time: 09:30-10:45 Register...
Mid Sussex District Council is urging local businesses to check their 2021-22 Business Rates bills carefully as they contain important information about future Covid-19 related discounts. Business Rate bills for 2021-22 were posted out to all Mid Sussex businesses on 8 April 2021 and will arrive...
The QA Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work qualification is designed for individuals who wish to act as an emergency first aider in their workplace. Upon successful completion of this qualification, candidates will be equipped with the essential skills needed to give...
Community magazine publisher Kipper Life, has recently announced a new member of the team. HHBA member Kipper Life works in four separate areas with its four titles - Lindfield Life, Cuckfield Life, Hurst Life and Hassocks Life. Each magazine is distributed at no cost to...
We hope Q1 has seen a positive start to your business year. We’ve been delighted to welcome so many of you at our online events and cannot wait to reconnect with you in person later in the year. Our sessions will remain on Zoom until June...
The winners of the Best UK Vet Award 2021 were revealed with The Mewes Vets, located in West Sussex, being named as the Best in County in the UK. The awards organised by VetHelpDirect.com and running for the ninth year, are based on genuine pet owner...
The Government has launched a new Restart Grant scheme to help local businesses reopen safely as Covid-19 restrictions are lifted. Businesses in Mid Sussex will be able to apply for the new wave of funding from 6 April 2021. The Restart Grants are being administered by Mid...
There's a whole range of business grant and business finance options available to anyone with a business or a business idea, and if you have a sound business plan, you have good chance of getting them. We're offering a free business planning workshop next Wednesday at 7pm: How...
Thank you to everyone that has already booked a massage with one of our amazing massage therapists. We have had a fantastic response to our special offer with over 80 massages booked since last week. It seems everyone is very keen to get some relaxation...
Our friends at Gatwick Diamond Business are delighted to share their latest Diamond Rough Cut Magazine, here is the April 2021 edition. Please follow the link for Diamond Rough Cut – April Edition...
We have recieved the following Government update, please read the full details below. COVID-19 support for you and your clients – latest information >>https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKHMRCED/bulletins/2cb973b ...
So, you’ve been asked to create a website design brief. This guide, How to Create a Website Design Brief, together with our free downloadable Website Design Brief template, will help you understand the process from the point of view of the agency or web designer, so you know...
Bluebell Digital Marketing is celebrating 7 years in business and we are growing. I am looking for a part-time Account Manager to help me build the business. Ideally based in the county or prepared to travel to Mid Sussex, the position will be remote at first. Looking for candidates...
On Friday 21st May during 'Dementia Action Week' we are hoping to get as many people in our community wearing denim to raise awareness of dementia. It's up to you if you choose to wear jeans or to go head to toe in denim but...
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As the Jonathan Lea Network continues to grow, we are excited to announce another new team member has joined the retained team at our head office in Haywards Heath. Last week we welcomed Sarah Lungley as a full time paralegal. Sarah was an LPC LLM student at The...
From the 6th April 2021, the various government- backed loan schemes previously available will merge into one new offering, the Recovery Loan Scheme (‘ RLS’). Previous schemes have had defined criteria around the size of the business applying, along with different amounts of borrowing available depending...
We have three superb events to choose from in April! HHBA Events Calendar Following the UK’s Budget announcement in March, join us on the 8th April for our 'Meet the Experts' session where expert HHBA members within financial services will digest and discuss the implications of the 2021 Budget...
You may have recently heard that we were shortlisted as a finalist for ‘Edge Partner of the Year’ in the Vuzion Cloud Awards 2021. We’re thrilled to announce that we won! The virtual awards, which took place on Thursday 25th March via Microsoft Teams, celebrated Vuzion...
HHBA invites you to join fellow members for our networking meeting on Wednesday 14th April from 5pm. We are pleased to announce that our guest speaker will be James Mallinson from Servo Private Wealth who will present on 'How much money do you need for the rest of...
If your business is based in Mid Sussex district and is needing help with a restart grant these will be available to apply for at Mid Sussex DC by the normal online claim form from Tuesday 6th April 2021. There is up to £6,000 for non...
Keynote speaker Marisa Williams, from PwC, and six flexible working experts share their practical approaches on how to embed a now crucial, post-pandemic smart working culture. A fourth Flexible Working Action Learning Group was hosted by Emma Cleary of Sussex based recruitment agency Flexibility Matters...