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February 2012 Networking Lunch
23/02/12
Thu 23rd Feb 2012, David Lloyd Leisure Club – Renfrew, 12-2pm
The Role of Social Media in Rapid Growth Optimisation
- with The Intelligiser – Gordon MacIntyre-Kemp
Marketing has evolved - optimising a company for rapid growth now requires an integrated approach to social media, digital and traditional marketing. Managers need to be prepared to change the way they view social media and the role of marketing in their organisations.
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 Survey Results For 2012
Thank you to all the members that responded to our annual survey. This year we received 102 responses, up from 80 the year before. The results were very encouraging - confirming that what we do is relevant and benefits the membership. Thank you to those who also provided additional comments and suggestions. We will do our best to implement / trial many of the suggestions.
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Renfrewshire Chamber conducted a survey with its members throughout January, focusing on “Business Conditions for 2012”. Given the bad news we frequently see & hear regarding the economy, the results provided a more local balanced view.
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Get 2012 off to a great start and join the fastest growing Chamber in the UK for 25% off. Click Here for more info or to join now , see
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To join, you can:
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Or contact Bob Grant, Membership Manager at the Chamber on
0141 847 5455, bgrant@renfrewshirechamber.com
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- Refer 1 new member - receive 1 free networking lunch place worth £25
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Renfrewshire Chamber News |
Speed Networking
15/02/12
Speed networking opportunity with buffet lunch at Campanile Glasgow Airport.
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Construction Forum with National Construction Skills College, Inchinnan
22/02/12
12.30pm-2pm
The National Construction Skills College is the Training division of Construction Skills. Gain an understanding of the vital role the College plays in supporting the Industry through training of apprentices and adult learners and find out what grants and financial support are currently available to support your company’s training needs.
Session includes a tour of the state of the art facility and a buffet lunch. Open to members only directly involved in the Construction Industry. For more info/book contact Bob Grant bgrant@renfrewshirechamber.com
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Boosting your Organisation's Performance with UWS Paisley- Free Event
14/03/12
 Renfrewshire Chamber and Premier Partners UWS have joined forces to put on another event for members and local businesses. Working with the Faculty of Business at UWS the following is on offer, for free, on the evening of March 14th 2012 in "P" block from 5pm. Read More
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Raise Your Profile Without A Budget
20/03/12
In the current climate, no-one has the marketing budget they would like. But if the world doesn't know you exist, how will you succeed?
Gary Ennis from digital solutions company NSDesign introduces you to social media for business with a stack of tips and tricks to get going with Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin Read More |
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Business Matters In Renfrewshire 2012 - Your Local B2B Event
10/05/12
In the current climate, no-one has the marketing budget they would like. But if the world doesn't know you exist, how will you succeed?
Gary Ennis from digital solutions company NSDesign introduces you to social media for business with a stack of tips and tricks to get going with Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin Read More |
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Renfrewshire Chamber welcomes new Premier Partner MEPC Hillington Park
Hillington Park, managed by MEPC, is a highly successful business park providing offices and industrial units to let. Home to over 300 organisations with 3,000+ employees directly engaged in manufacturing, distribution, technology and the service sectors, Hillington Park extends to approximately 2 million sq ft of existing office and industrial accommodation and is Scotland’s largest  business park & Industrial Estate; strategically located in the M8 corridor between Glasgow and Glasgow International Airport
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Business Matters- Next Edition Spring 2012
The next edition of Business Matters - the magazine of Renfrewshire Chamber - is out end March 2012 - deadline for ads / content is 9th March
Our themes are:
Procurement, environment & construction / property
Ratecard is Here with prices / dimensions for ads - editorial content can also be supplied to compliment an ad for free: Read More |
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SLG Link-up with Scottish University 
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) have established a formal partnership with the Scottish Leather Group (SLG). The ‘University-Industry Partnership Agreement’ will see UWS and SLG working on a range of projects embracing; joint student interaction, sponsored academic programmes, joint research and knowledge transfer activity, consultancy work, and staff education and training programmes. Read More |
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Student Outreach Events
Any businesses interested in engaging with Reid Kerr & UWS students re internships & apprenticeships? If so, please get in touch with Kasia at Renfrewshire Council who is organising student outreach events in February Click Here
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Yellow Panther Has Landed at Glasgow Airport
Glasgow Airport has unveiled details of a £1.8 million investment programme which will see it purchase three state-of-the-art fire appliances over the course of the next two years.
On Friday 20 January 2012, Glasgow became the first airport in Scotland to take delivery of a new Rosenbauer CA5 Panther fire appliance and Derek Mackay MSP for Renfrewshire North and West was on-hand to help mark the occasion.
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New Enchanted Forest Nursery In Inverkip 
We are delighted to announce that a new nursery is joining our EFN family. We are opening a new nursery in Inverkip. The nursery (formerly Muddy Puddles) is located in the secure off-road location above Sainsbury's/Cafe Bongio and has great access to the local rural area including the beach and nature walks. Subject to Care Inspectorate registration and following a programme of refurbishments, we are planning to open in March 2012, as EFN Inverkip (EFN4). Read More |
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Definitely Dubai 
Any Renfrewshire businesses have a base in Dubai or have been successful in doing biz there. Definitely Dubai would like to come to Renfrewshire in Spring and seeking companies to be on a panel for the event. Get in touch if interested pls. - bdavidson@renfrewshirechamber.com
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 Benchmark Unpacks Sunpaq
Glasgow-based Benchmark Packaging has signalled its intention to be seen as the UK’s leading contract packer by investing £120,000 in one of the most innovative forms of retail packaging currently available.
Sunpaq originates from the USA and delivers high point-of-purchase impact, maximum shelf appeal and is fully recyclable. The Sunpaq line the company has installed at its Hillington headquarters is only the second in the UK. Read More
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Zero Waste Partnership Accomplishes Scottish First For McDonalds Franchise 
Over the last 18 months the William Tracey Group has been working with McDonald’s franchisee Steve Tomlin to drive waste produced at Steve’s McDonald’s Greenock franchise away from landfill, a move which makes both environmental and economical sense for business owners today. Read More |
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Renfrewshire Chamber's Got the Right Stuff
Renfrewshire Chamber recently presented Street Stuff with a cheque for £2,500, its share of funds raised at the Chambers annual business awards, the ROCCOs. The donation will go towards a special celebration event for regular users of the award winning Street Stuff programme.
Street Stuff is a mobile partnership service that provides a range of youth activities across Renfrewshire, including street football, youth gym and dance workshops
Renfrewshire Chamber, finalist in the UK Chamber of the Year 2011, has raised £25,000 over the last 2 years for Renfrewshire charities and good causes.
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New Aberdeen Office As Scotland Bears Fruit For Orchard 
Energy management consultancy Orchard Energy is to open a second Scottish office in Aberdeen sooner than expected.
Managing director Gareth Henderson said the plan to expand into North East Scotland had always been part of his strategy but was now imminent following stronger than anticipated growth.
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Paisley Beer Festival 2012
Paisley Beer Festival 2012, in it's 25th year. Held in Paisley Town Hall on April 25-28th, this very popular event is looking for sponsors. More Info
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New Business Mentoring - Business Growth
28/02/12
John Astley along with wife Patricia founded Astley Bryden Associates after their early, unforced but long overdue, retirement from Corporate Britain where they were co-founders of MITIE Group plc. Over the last 25 years, John has lead the charge in developing innovative service solutions for businesses in cleaning, catering, security, waste management, facilities management, mechanical and electrical maintenance to name but a few. He has recruited, trained, developed and become a friend to over 25 top flight Managing Directors and Business Owners and seen over 68 millionaires created during his watch. Three years in the making, the new program takes the best of what works for the successful Companies they researched and rolls in new innovation from social media and cloud computing.
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National manufacturing Conference: Driving Value for Scotland
Gain insights into some of Scotland’s most recognisable brands – including Castle Precision, Linn, Alexander Dennis, Mackies and Nairns Oatcakes, - and discover how they are competing in a global marketplace at this specialist manufacturing event.
What steps could you take to boost the efficiency and productivity of your operation? How should you go about reaching new markets? How are other companies thriving in hard times?
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Weaving Musical Threads Sponsorship Opportunity
Weaving Musical Threads is Renfrewshire's contribution to Music Nation, a countdown event of the London 2012 Festival, the finale of the Cultural Olympiad, taking place throughout the UK on 3 and 4 March 2012.
There are only 3 Music Nation events in Scotland and Renfrewshire is very proud to host one of them.
We would like you to be able to celebrate Renfrewshire with us: its people, history and place in the world. Weaving Musical Threads will be a weekend celebration of the Arts, the history and culture of the area.
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What's in a Name? - Greenergy Advice Anounce New Branding and Logo
Renfrewshire based Greenergy Advice Ltd recently announced their new name and logo, having decided to discontinue operating as a Green Assess franchise. As well as the name change Greenergy Advice have also recently added two more services to their existing portfolio. In addition to their Air-conditioning Energy Assessment and Independent Renewable Technologies Advice services the company now also provides both Non-domestic Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) and F-Gas certification for air-conditioning systems.
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Chamber Member St. Mirren Hospitality Package
St.Mirren v St.Johnstone
Saturday 17/03/12
Kick-off 3pm
Cost per person £95 + VAT
Chambers Special Members Package( per person ) £75 + VAT
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Barbados Trade Mission
If your company is interested in doing trade in the Carribean, USA & Canada, come along and join us on the 13th June & find out the tax benefits available to your company.
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Renfrewshire Tobacco Alliance
We we aim to attract local businesses, youth organisations, voluntary organisations, and council and Health partners to discuss 'what is Tobacco costing them, their business, their staff, their clients, their community and our young people?'- and what can we do about it?.
Their will be a keynote presentation from Prof. Gerrard Hastings', who is an internationally renowned professor of social marketing (see biography attached). There will be further presentations from the HMRC, and Health in workplaces. A light lunch will also be provided.
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SCC Comment On Scottish Budget
Both the Scottish and UK Governments are facing tough decisions in terms of how best to allocate limited levels of public spending in an attempt to bolster an economic recovery. We welcome the broad tone of the Scottish budget within this context and in particular we welcome the additional funds that the Government have identified for investment in capital infrastructure. This is a sensible use of resources that will bring long term dividends for the Scottish economy, especially in terms of the investment in broadband connectivity, transport and housing. .
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SCC Welcomes Extension of QE
It seems clear that inflationary pressures are receding and this has given the Bank of England the opportunity to extend its programme of Quantitative Easing further this month. That is a sensible move at a time when the previous extension of the asset purchase scheme, announced last October, is coming to an end. With continuing uncertainty facing the economy in the near term, this has to be the right decision.
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SCC Welcomes New High Speed Rail Report
This is an important contribution to the ongoing campaign to bring High Speed Rail to Scotland. With the UK Government having given a firm go-ahead for the HS2 line between London and the West Midlands, it is imperative that Scotland does not get left behind and end up proportionately further away from London than we are already. We must be beneficiaries, not victims, of High Speed Rail.
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