MSDC event featured an exhibition, speaker programme and pop up student-run café Representatives from over 45 Sussex businesses gathered to network, make new connections and gain valuable insights about how apprenticeships and other solutions could help them address skills gaps in their organisations last week. The...
The Business Rates bills for 2019/20 have recently been sent out by Council’s including Mid Sussex District Council. The leaflet at https://www.midsussex.gov.uk/media/3909/ndr-explanatiory-notes-19-20.pdf gives you more information including a number of reliefs that can be applied for. If in doubt about Business Rates dealt with by Mid Sussex...
A national Gigabit Broadband voucher scheme provides help for small and medium enterprise businesses, and the local communities surrounding them, to get a gigabit-capable broadband connection. In essence it is: A voucher for upto £2500 which is paid to the supplier to connect a business address...
You've decided to host a client event to promote your business, great. But how do you make sure the event runs smoothly and generates a return? Here are 5 tips to running a successful corporate event. 1. Have a purpose Why are you hosting this event? To...
Focussed On Brexit? What About The Tax Year End Only 1 Week Later? With all the understandable concerns about the effect of Brexit on business, it’s easy to forget other things, such as the tax year ends only 1 week later. At least we have some control as...
Apprentices – You’re Hired! ABCOM joins Open4Business Expo 2019 ABCOM were delighted to have attended this years event. As a Sussex based business providing IT services we are keen to support apprenticeship schemes to help build skills and gain work experience. We’re already in our sixth year...
With growing pressure on the NHS – an ageing population, more people living with long-term conditions, and lifestyle choices affecting people’s health – changes are needed to make sure everybody gets the support they need. The Government is investing an extra £20bn a year in the...
Following the success of the Expos in 2018 Mike Monk is delighted to announce the dates for his 2019 Expos…West Sussex Expo is on Thursday 2nd May at Fontwell Park Racecourse and Brighton Business Expo is on Thursday October 3rd at Brighton Racecourse. HHBA members...
Our modern Industrial Strategy is helping to support small businesses and improve productivity across the country. Please see the link below regarding some of the help available to small businesses from funding to guidance and advice. What support is available for my small business?...
With their eyes on the prize, it’s easy for SME owners to overlook some of the outgoings that can seriously dent the bottom line. Here are eight ways to make smart savings. Please read the full article here; https://natwest.contentlive.co.uk/content/sme-tools-eight-ways-to-rein-in-business-costs ...
The Coast to Capital Growth Hub is holding a Brexit Week where there will be scheduled 1 to 1 clinics for businesses to come and discuss Brexit concerns with our Account Managers. In addition, outside specialists are available on selective days to add support and...
What is REALLY stopping you from growing as a person or in your business? Not enough time? Not enough money? or maybe you just don't know what the next step to take is? Could the real reason be that you're actually scared to take that step out of your...
Gatwick Airport has launched a competition with the Department for International Trade to give local businesses the chance to attend international trade exhibitions – helping them grow internationally and support local job creation. SMEs headquartered in Surrey, Sussex, Kent and Croydon can take part by explaining...
According to a recent roundtable discussion involving prominent senior representatives of 14 Sussex businesses, with the right implementation, the rewards of a flexible workforce can far outweigh any of the challenges in getting there. Initiated by ‘Work Links’, made up of Emma Cleary, Flexibility Matters, Winnie...
We are seeking your views on electric vehicles and electric vehicle charging. We are interested in everyone’s views. Whether you currently own or drive an electric vehicle, whether you see electric chargers as a way to attract customers or have no aspiration regarding electric cars, we...
This National Apprenticeship Week (4-8 March 2019), East Sussex chef Alex Loveland is championing the value of apprenticeship schemes for young people looking to begin a career in the kitchen. Currently working as junior sous chef at Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, Alex not only...
One-Day Wine Academy on Wednesday 27th March at Buxted Park Hotel. Hosted by Jennifer Segal. Ladies, can you identify Chardonnay from Cabernet? Unsure of the difference between Malbec and Merlot? Immerse yourself in this friendly, engaging and edifying day-course where you will be gently guided through...
Do you know how Google's Search algorithm works? If you do, then you're in good shape to create content that stands a chance of ranking on their search engine results pages (SERPs). Google employ independent adjudicators who scour the SERPs to help ensure the content being elevated...
Dear HHBA Community, If you are anything like me, you scan most text that starts with the words ‘newsletter’. So I’m going to strip back all the information to really what you need to know or might need to take action with. So here goes:- HHBA offers...
Open4Business 2019 will be held at Harlands Road College site, Haywards Heath, 14th March Mid Sussex District Council (MSDC) is proud to announce the speaker line-up for the 2019 return of its successful business expo event Open 4 Business: Skills and Apprenticeships. The event is being...
Do you worry that if you say NO, people won't like you and so you say Yes all the time which leaves you overwhelmed and exhausted? Do you feel that people are going to judge you if you decided to do things differently or step out of...
This is a fund raiser being held at ‘Flavour’ Restaurant in Burgess Hill on the evening of Thurs 25th April – in aid of our charity ‘Community Transport Sussex’ Flavour poster April 2019 FLAVOUR Menu choices 25th April 2019 ...
As Brexit fills the press and is high on the mind of small businesses, we are very aware that many of you will be concerned about the impacts of this for your small business. You have told us you have a lot of questions and are...
Our brand new event takes place on the 23rd June and is a 2,7,or 10mile sponsored walk through the beautiful parkland of Borde Hill and beyond, taking in the sweeping views of the stunning Sussex countryside as you raise money to help local families. Add...
Receive a free round of tea and coffee with every meeting room booking. Quote HHBA to receive this special offer - valid for meeting room bookings from 1st March 2019 Call - 01444 849250 Email - haywardsheath@basepoint.co.uk Basepoint Haywards Heath is a modern business centre on Bridge...
The Haywards Heath Business Show is just a few weeks away, and we are looking forward to an exciting day of exhibiting, networking, and seminars on a variety of business related topics. Stands are just £50, plus VAT, each. We still have some left, but don't...
HANDELSBANKEN NAMED MOST RECOMMENDED FOR SME BANKING FOR SECOND TIME IN CMA SURVEY Haywards Heath branch credits Handelsbanken’s decentralised model and strong customer relationships for its top ranking Handelsbanken, the local relationship bank with over 200 branches across the UK, has once again been ranked top in...
Don’t learn workplace safety by accident! For many businesses, health and safety is a headache - but can we afford to ignore the risks and costs associated with workplace injuries and ill health? Did you know: there are more than 750 personal injury claims management companies in...
20th February 2019 HANDELSBANKEN BOLSTERS LOCAL TEAM TO MEET GROWING DEMAND Handelsbanken Haywards Heath has appointed a new Corporate Banking Manager in response to increasing demand for its local relationship banking services. Dayan Maharajh joins the local relationship bank with over 35 years of banking experience. She...
From market research to measuring costs and approaching potential customers, here’s how to successfully launch your business. Ask a business owner to describe the early days of launching a business and you’ll generally receive the same response. A mix of superlative statements – “It was the...
Business Networking Group for Mid Sussex Business’s Wednesday 6th March, 6.30 am Lindfield Golf Club, E Mascalls Lane Haywards Heath RH16 2QN Email clare@brightlightfilm.co.uk for more information Bring a stack of Business Cards! ...
Business services broker Smarter Business is proud to announce their partnership with James Hallam, one of the UK's leading independent insurance brokers. The corporate risk specialists at James Hallam are working alongside Smarter Business to provide comprehensive risk management services. In particular, the firm brings...
Is recruiting for your business on your to do list? Be sure to read our full A-Z of recruitment https://www.hrdept.co.uk/blog/2019/01/30/the-a-z-of-recruitment...
Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club in East Sussex has named head barman Valentin Buga Employee of the Year for 2018. Valentin joined the team at the countryside hotel in 2016 as a barman, before being promoted to head barman last year. His hard work over...
Dear Stakeholder, Please be reminded that works on the Brighton Main Line will continue this weekend. Work will include: Balcombe Tunnel Junction preparation Ballast Cleaning Track works from Haywards Heath to Keymer Junction We will also be replacing the third rail which carries power to the...
Haywards Heath based IFA Mike Oliver Associates has joined forces with St Peter & St James Hospice to offer a tailored service for patients and loved ones. Making important decisions about financial matters is never easy but during times of great personal distress, it can be...
The latest energy third party intermediary (TPI) index sees business energy broker Smarter Business move into a top three position in the independent rankings. Cornwall Insight, a leading utility industry consultancy, recently released its latest TPI Index, in which TPI Smarter Business is ranked as the...
MSDC event will be held in Haywards Heath on 14th March, focusing on Skills and Apprenticeships Book Your Ticket Here Mid Sussex District Council (MSDC) announces the return of its free business expo event Open 4 Business on 14th March from 11.30-4.00pm at Harlands Road College site,...
Do you want to do more to support the Health and Wellbeing of your employees at no cost to you? Can you release your employees for a 30 minute health check in the workplace? If you can answer “yes” to these questions then we at Mid Sussex...
All the search news from last month that we think business owners need to know. When did you last log in to your Google My Business listing? Even if it was as recently as a month ago, it's highly likely that the categories you were able to...