What do you mean Google are removing my star ratings from their results pages? September was a particularly busy month for Google. I know, them too. They made countless, important announcements - which I've digested and summarised as usual - which included information about not one, but...
8 years ago on 27th September, Alison Morrison became my first (brave) Franchisee. It worked out so well, we're now at eleven! One testimonial for Alison is: "In 20 years of dealing with accountants you are, without doubt, the most efficient and helpful I’ve ever...
STEPS TO SELLING YOUR BUSINESS Selling a small business is a complex venture that involves several considerations. It can require that you enlist a broker and a solicitor as you proceed. Whether you profit will depend on the reason for the sale, the timing of the...
Would you like some free top quality business cards? 250 high quality business cards, printed in full colour to one or both sides of 450gsm silk board, finished with a matt, gloss or soft touch lamination. Just pay £12.50 + VAT for the courier to deliver...
Business Brexit Awareness Boot Camps. These are FREE to all businesses. A series of awareness boot-camps across Sussex will be held in October to address the many questions businesses are asking. We’ll have on hand experts from a variety of specialist fields to answer your questions. ...
Dear Supporter, You’re invited to join us at Mid Sussex Golf Club on 30th October to face your fears and take on our firewalk. Enjoy an interactive training seminar with Europe’s most experienced firewalker before taking a barefoot walk over red-hot embers. Bring your friends and family along...
Social Media has changed more in 2019 than it has in the past 5 years and as a business owner, it can be hard to keep on top of those changes, continue to grow and learn how to move forward. At the Sussex Social, we...
In partnership with Brighton & Hove Council and 8 secondary schools across the city, Russell Martin Foundation is delighted to be opening a centre for alternative provision at the Brighton Youth Centre. This centre is for those Year 7 & 8 pupils who have found...
There is a view held by some business owners that staff do not need training in the use of fire extinguishers, that this is dangerous and should not be attempted. This is normally driven by the fear of staff becoming injured and ultimately litigation should...
Alastair Manning has recently joined us after having trained and qualified with Eastbourne's oldest firm Gaby Hardwicke before more recently working as a lawyer in Bahrain, while Andreea Rusu is starting in September as a paralegal with the aim of eventually qualifying as a solicitor...
BC have recently undertaken a business strategy of expansion and like many other businesses, the pace of this expansion has been hampered by the arranging of ongoing finance. As a result we are now pleased to announce that BC have completed on a deal with...
Community Transport Sussex have been shortlisted from 270 national community transport providers as a potential winner of the Community Transport Provider of the year award. Our nomination came from Abcom IT services - an HHBA member and Yann Davies who is one of our Trustees See below –...
Haywards Heath Lions Club are seeking sponsorship for their 37th Annual Swimarathon, on Good Friday, 2020. Our chosen beneficiary is the MND Association and specifically for the MND West Sussex North branch, which operates in our local area. If you feel that sponsoring this event, our 37th...
Long standing HHBA Members AQUAPAX (Just Drinking Water Ltd) have a video to share with members. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0C4zC-LE5zA[/embed] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0C4zC-LE5zA Remember, there’s a 15% discount for HHBA Members buying 8 or more cases of 500ml or 1 litre waters directly via their website: www.aquapaxwater.com - simply enter the voucher code HHBA/AQUAPAX/15...
Dear HHBA Community, Over the summer period the HHBA has continued holding its events with a very successful networking meeting at Buxted Park Hotel hosted by Stephanie Drinkwater. The weather was extremely pleasant, and we had an excellent attendance considering it was peak holiday season. We’ve also...
Oliver Lashley, of Pure Storm Digital Services, is pleased to announce that next Thursday the 26th September, he will be leading a session alongside Alvin Ittoo of Acumen Business Law, as part of their Acumen Business Academy series. The session will cover how to ensure your...
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...
I would like to take this opportunity to let you know more information about our Christmas Party packages and Day Delegate packages. Wakehurst Christmas Packages Wakehurst DDR Package We would like to extend an exclusive 10% discount if you book a future event with us before the end...
Get ready for Brexit with our Crawley workshop This is a practical session to help exporting businesses prepare for Brexit. When and where? Location Crawley Date 8th October 2019 Time 10:00-13:30 Why attend? The Government is accelerating Brexit preparations so that it is ready to leave the EU on 31 October. This is one of a...
We have been made aware of some grant funding being offered under a new scheme being offered by Innovate UK known as “Smart Grants”. The scheme is very similar to the Micro Business Grant Scheme and invites small businesses with a project idea to apply. Grants...
The modern-day social media landscape is constantly evolving and it can be difficult to make your business stand out against your competitors. That's why its key to ensure you are communicating with the right customer and providing relevant content that tells your story and resonates...
Operations Assistant Immediate start Initially for 6 months 21 hours per week 3 days 9-5 Salary circa £19k (fte) Reporting to the Operations and Quality Manager, you will be responsible for enabling a comprehensive programme for all Kangaroos members alongside the Activities Co-coordinator. You will also be responsible for recruitment and training...
Hotel & B&B owners, are you sure your Google My Business listing is up to date? If you manage a hotel or B&B Google My Business profile then you need to read about how you can add information about the amenities available to guests which will...
The Bureau is giving its cyber security awareness talk at The Kings Church in Burgess Hill on Wednesday 18th and 25th September from between 17.30 and 19.30 hours. Come along and learn how to keep your business, staff and reputation safe from cyber crime. Register for tickets on...
Press Start 2 Join will be hosting it's latest video-gaming event at 12:00 - 19:00, on the 26th of October at The King's Centre in Burgess Hill. 50 or so consoles, challenges, tournaments, lots of multi-player games and trophies, all on machines from the last...
Burgess Hill based PDP Services has recently completed another Solar PV install on a commercial roof space. The installation is on the roof of Bluelite Graphics Ltd premises, also in Burgess Hill. PDP is a leading commercial Solar PV installer, specialising in both small and large...
Looking for a fun and creative role? Click here for details of our Studio Assistant Apprenticeship vacancy at Fun Pots. ...
On Sunday 6th October enjoy a three course dinner complete with sounds from Cher at Buxted Park Hotel. Arrive to a glass of Villa Saletta Sparkling wine and canapes served in our Coat of Arms Lounge and Crystal Bar prior to a three-course dinner served in...
Get a team together for the next Kangaroos Charity Quiz night Wed 18th Sept Savannah Bar, Haywards Heath Guaranteed to be a fun night out, with lots of prizes to be won. Pizzas available to pre-order For more info and to book, please use the link below. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/charity-quiz-night-tickets-64965113403?...
The Coast to Capital Growth Grant Programme is designed to stimulate capital investment to help businesses introduce innovation and improve productivity. Coast to Capital Growth Grants Funding Offer £3.5m of funding is now available to apply for over a 2 year period to fund capital grant projects...
Mid Sussex Business Expo! 7.30am - 9.30am - The Early Bird Conference has a Hat-trick of keynote speakers. Pete Jenkins is an international speaker, adviser and trainer in Gamification. Emma Pearce is the Managing Director of Pearce Marketing. Chris Siegle is the Senior Manager of Consumer Sales for Bolney Wine Estate. The football-themed...
Join the HHBA for our popular 'Ask the Expert' breakfast session on Tuesday 1st October at Mid Sussex District Council offices in Haywards Heath. We are delighted to announce that Tim Rylatt from Growth By Design will be enlightening us with a presentations on, The 7...
Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity have been nominated as the charity partner for the Greater Haywards Heath Bike Ride 2019 which takes place on Sunday 13th October. The requirement on the nominated charity is to provide 12 volunteers to help marshal on the day and sadly...
In the latest in a series to increase awareness among businesses of the potential threats they face from scammers, we look at vishing – including how it works, who is most at risk and how to stay safe. What would you do if someone phoned to...
Insulated Tools Ltd (ITL) – A Coast to Capital Growth Grant Case Study About Insulated Tools Ltd (ITL) The ultimate in electrical and live line protection. ITL manufactures injection moulded, insulated tools with a secret thermoplastic recipe. All ITL tools are 100% tested to IEC 60900 and...
Join us on Tuesday 10th September from 4pm for an afternoon of networking and the opportunity to explore Wakehurst and their event spaces. In collaboration with Gatwick Diamond Business, Haywards Heath Business Association & East Grinstead Business Association, you are invited to an afternoon of networking, Pimm's and...
Are there people feeling frazzled in your organisation? To what extent is it affecting their productivity or health? Help your team increase resilience by learning more about how they can follow their own personal stress management plan. Stress management is more than a gym membership or sitting...
Dear stakeholder, Network Rail South East will spend £4.3bn on their delivery plan for Control Period 6 (2019-2024) to invest in the railway and make journeys smoother and more reliable for passengers. This is part of our new Putting Passengers First programme to help us create...
The Coast to Capital Growth Grant Programme is designed to stimulate capital investment to help businesses introduce innovation and improve productivity. Coast to Capital Growth Grants Funding Offer £3.5m of funding is now available to apply for over a 2 year period to fund capital grant projects...
This year Town Day takes place on Saturday 7th September 2019 between 12.00 noon and 7pm in Victoria Park, Haywards Heath. We are delighted to be extending the time of this event. We will be celebrating and supporting the Blood Bikes charity and are delighted to...
As darkness falls, let the magic begin… Glow Wild is a spellbinding night-time experience unique to Wakehurst. We have created an all inclusive offer to see Glow Wild combined with delicious food and drink in your own private space. Choose from one of our packages either starting...
Our Workplace Health service provides a resource for local businesses to support sustained lifestyle changes amongst their employees to prevent future ill health. The Wellbeing MOT’s are a great way to start, and are completely FREE. Staff can learn about their health within their 1-2-1...
Coast to Capital are looking for a senior business leader from the Coast to Capital area to represent the views and interests of private business, to support their understanding of the skills needs of businesses and to identify where investment is needed. More information on...
** Complimentary 5 Days Hot Desking** A new co-working space for Haywards Heath with small serviced offices, hot desking and meeting rooms for hire. Air conditioned space with high speed wifi and free tea, & Lindfield Coffee Works coffee! 5 x day passes for hot...
West Sussex County Council opens the second round of the Apprenticeship Funding application process from 1 August 2019 From 1 August local businesses are able to apply for funding to train apprentices. The funding is available from West Sussex County Council as part of the Government’s...
Website Design - Unrivalled Experience and Expertise The Bureau has been designing commercial Websites since 1999 and has developed an unrivalled expertise in creating eye-catching Websites. Each Website is individually designed by our team of highly skilled programmers, for which we offer HHBA members a free...
Google remind us how their Search algorithm works Google published a blog post a few days ago reminding us how their Search algorithm works, how often they update it and what we should be doing as content creators to improve the chances of our content ranking...
The sunshine is teasing us, BBQs have nearly inched their way out of sheds and Love Island is back; all this means only one thing – the summer of 19’ is well and truly here. And we’re on track to sell out of expo stands...
The QA Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (QCF) qualification is designed for individuals who wish to act as an emergency first aider in their workplace. 5th September 09:30 – 16:30 The Kings Church, 33-35 Victoria Rd, Burgess Hill RH15 9LR, UK Bookings/Information...
The Perrymount Clinic has a really great offer on a deep tissue massage with Leanne Smith. We are offering this out to all HHBA members and their staff. A 45 minute deep tissue massage with Leanne for only £27. Normally £42, saving £15 This offer is for this...