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Keith Roser
Guardian Health and Safety
One of the most pragmatic people in the world of Health and Safety, Keith has been involved in the training industry for over Fifteen years. His clients include Bournemouth & West Hants Water, The Richmond Group, major contract cleaners, a national buying group and special need schools.Keith specialises in offering the IOSH Managing Safety Course in-house to companies throughout the UK as well as working with companies to develop a practical and informed approach to their own Health and Safety needs. “There is no such thing as a stupid question in health and safety” says Keith. “With the ‘no win no fee’ culture from the US now taking hold in the UK, the need to ensure that your company complies with legislation has never been greater”. Keith works to a very high standard to ensure that he meets his client’s demands. This passionate drive guarantees that Keith and his colleagues offer an overall answer to many company requirements
Email: keith.roser@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 07947 447 060
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Robert Smith - Senior Analyst Programmer
IT consultancy
Robert has worked within the computer industry for over 30 years. His career has followed the advance of data management from its fledgling years up to the high-speed technology of today. Building a reputation with middle and senior management, his team provides valuable support and development to companies throughout the UK and internationally. Robert specialises in rationalising information to provide clear and accurate results reflecting the working needs of his customers. He has supported some of his customers for over 10 years, a conclusive indication of the excellence of his teams work.
Robert has a simple philosophy which is “If I cannot justify the costs and show real benefits to a customer, why should they use us? Too much money and time is wasted providing so-called solutions that provide no real improvement in costs, service or sales. Justify any one them and you are on to a winner. Always start with the question ‘What do you want to do’ not ‘How do you do it now’ followed by what aspect of this will have the greatest impact? The 80/20 rule still applies”.
Web: www.mhcsoftware.co.uk
Email: robert.smith@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 01258 830077
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IT consultancy
Robert has worked within the computer industry for over 30 years. His career has followed the advance of data management from its fledgling years up to the high-speed technology of today. Building a reputation with middle and senior management, his team provides valuable support and development to companies throughout the UK and internationally. Robert specialises in rationalising information to provide clear and accurate results reflecting the working needs of his customers. He has supported some of his customers for over 10 years, a conclusive indication of the excellence of his teams work.Robert has a simple philosophy which is “If I cannot justify the costs and show real benefits to a customer, why should they use us? Too much money and time is wasted providing so-called solutions that provide no real improvement in costs, service or sales. Justify any one them and you are on to a winner. Always start with the question ‘What do you want to do’ not ‘How do you do it now’ followed by what aspect of this will have the greatest impact? The 80/20 rule still applies”.
Web: www.mhcsoftware.co.uk
Email: robert.smith@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 01258 830077
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Sue Ferguson
Nova Contract Cleaners
As the General Manager of Nova Contract Cleaners, Sue has been in the cleaning industry for over 20 years. Novas impressive growth and expansion into all aspects of the commercial cleaning industry has meant that Susan is also qualified in Advanced Health and Safety and is a member of the Chartered Institute of Personal Development. Sue says that “having the back up of my Window Cleaning and Special Projects division ensures that my clients get a comprehensive and very professional service. The introduction of our Crime Scene and Trauma cleaning has further enhanced this provision.” Sue is also a qualified Bio Hazard trainer and is able to offer this service to any client. Building relationships and excellent communication is the key to the management of any contract and Susan’s knowledge and commitment ensure that her clients receive the best attention at all times. Nova can deal with any cleaning related problem and currently Manage contracts for the RNLI, Riass Insurance, South West Ambulance and many more.
Email: sue.ferguson@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 01202 536770
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Philip Clegg
Cranborne Wealth Management
Philip is an independent financial adviser operating in Dorset (Financial Services Authority, No. 474952) and offers professional, quality advice to all clients whether domestic or commercial. Phil has a vast amount of experience offering a host of services including Pensions, Retirement, Life Cover, Investments, Life Assurance, Business Protection, Financial Protection and Inheritance tax planning.
Because Phil is independent, he is able to offer you a wealth of different choices enabling you to find the most suitable option to meet your individual need. “Good financial management is key to ensuring the best quality of life for you, your business or your family.” Says Phil. “But you don’t want to spend all your time planning.” Cranborne Wealth Management takes the stress out of your financial preparation and offers sensible, practical advice from helping you plan for big purchases to providing for your family and securing your future. Phil will explain the jargon, simplify the legislation, and help you make decisions that always put quality of life first.
Email: philip.clegg@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 01747 812148
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Martyn Hudson
HGW Solicitors
Martyn is a corporate and commercial lawyer with more than 25 years experience in commercial affairs including buying and selling all kinds of businesses; creating new businesses from scratch; advising on commercial business requirements such as acquiring / disposing of premises or land stock, setting up and disposing of domestic or industrial units and schemes, and all aspects of commercial leases.
Martyn is also the company secretary of a large number of local companies, including both trading and flat management companies, using his expertise to provide advice and guidance as necessary throughout the year. Martyn will provide a legal service that is friendly, straight forward, and professional. Whenever you need clear and impartial advice, delivered in a way that makes it easy to understand, Martyn will be happy to make an appointment with you.
Email: martyn.hudson@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 01202 203211
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HGW Solicitors
Martyn is a corporate and commercial lawyer with more than 25 years experience in commercial affairs including buying and selling all kinds of businesses; creating new businesses from scratch; advising on commercial business requirements such as acquiring / disposing of premises or land stock, setting up and disposing of domestic or industrial units and schemes, and all aspects of commercial leases.Martyn is also the company secretary of a large number of local companies, including both trading and flat management companies, using his expertise to provide advice and guidance as necessary throughout the year. Martyn will provide a legal service that is friendly, straight forward, and professional. Whenever you need clear and impartial advice, delivered in a way that makes it easy to understand, Martyn will be happy to make an appointment with you.
Email: martyn.hudson@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 01202 203211
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Colin Aubrey
Financial Advice
Colin has over 30 years experience in finance, with 23 of them spent at Barclays Bank and 11 running his own successful business. From the ‘simplest’ banking question to the most complex of funding needs, Colin will give professional and impartial advice to anyone who needs it. Colin states that “businesses always have a requirement for monetary advice, whether it’s ‘what to do with it’, when cash flow is good, or where to obtain it, when it’s needed. I will recommend the best, most secure and pro-active methods that will give clients the confidence to manage their money safely and prosperously.”
Examples of Colin’s work in the past include improving subscription collecting at a membership club, leading to annual savings of thousands of pounds in bank charges and a flexible funding package comprising four types of funding that enabled a business to finance expansion plans, even when previous requests were declined by lenders. Whatever the situation, Colin has the experience, knowledge and skills to steer any
business towards continuing financial success.
Email: colin.aubrey@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 07881 430255
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Financial Advice
Colin has over 30 years experience in finance, with 23 of them spent at Barclays Bank and 11 running his own successful business. From the ‘simplest’ banking question to the most complex of funding needs, Colin will give professional and impartial advice to anyone who needs it. Colin states that “businesses always have a requirement for monetary advice, whether it’s ‘what to do with it’, when cash flow is good, or where to obtain it, when it’s needed. I will recommend the best, most secure and pro-active methods that will give clients the confidence to manage their money safely and prosperously.”Examples of Colin’s work in the past include improving subscription collecting at a membership club, leading to annual savings of thousands of pounds in bank charges and a flexible funding package comprising four types of funding that enabled a business to finance expansion plans, even when previous requests were declined by lenders. Whatever the situation, Colin has the experience, knowledge and skills to steer any
business towards continuing financial success.
Email: colin.aubrey@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 07881 430255
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Barry Wellings
Asset Finance Broker
Originally with a specialist asset finance house and latterly a major UK bank, Barry has been assisting local businesses and private individuals with the purchasing of vehicles, plant and machinery since 1993.
Barry has a wealth of experience in the asset finance industry. He now operates independently and sources funding from lenders such as ING, Santander and BNP Paribas. Two of his largest clients are one of Dorset’s principal vehicle rental firms and a well established group of funeral directors.
“Good old fashioned hire purchase is still one of the most popular and straightforward methods of obtaining assets on finance” says Barry. “My job is to make it as simple as possible for the customer, whether they are a manufacturing company purchasing a large piece of machinery or my next door neighbour buying a new or used car”.
Email: barry.wellings@minvera.uk.com
Tel: 07802 790680
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Asset Finance Broker
Originally with a specialist asset finance house and latterly a major UK bank, Barry has been assisting local businesses and private individuals with the purchasing of vehicles, plant and machinery since 1993.Barry has a wealth of experience in the asset finance industry. He now operates independently and sources funding from lenders such as ING, Santander and BNP Paribas. Two of his largest clients are one of Dorset’s principal vehicle rental firms and a well established group of funeral directors.
“Good old fashioned hire purchase is still one of the most popular and straightforward methods of obtaining assets on finance” says Barry. “My job is to make it as simple as possible for the customer, whether they are a manufacturing company purchasing a large piece of machinery or my next door neighbour buying a new or used car”.
Email: barry.wellings@minvera.uk.com
Tel: 07802 790680
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Gary Nevill
Interim Financial Director & Business Planning
Having run his own successful firm for nearly 20 years, Gary has gained a practical and hands-on approach to business life. Working with thriving companies to further improve their financial performance and operating in turnaround situations are conditions Gary has great experience in.
Gary offers part-time Financial Director services for businesses that cannot justify a fulltime person. These can range from attending monthly Board meetings to offer advice and financial guidance, to a more hands-on approach, depending on what the company owners require. Other services Gary advertises include business planning (including preparing cash flow forecasts and proposals for funding etc) and setting up or reviewing / improving accounting systems. He is pleased to work on both one-off projects and assignments that need longer term input. “My Clients like having someone who can give them an objective opinion and tell them how it really is” Gary says “they don’t want just another bean counter!”
Email: gary.nevill@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 07971 852365
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Interim Financial Director & Business Planning
Having run his own successful firm for nearly 20 years, Gary has gained a practical and hands-on approach to business life. Working with thriving companies to further improve their financial performance and operating in turnaround situations are conditions Gary has great experience in.Gary offers part-time Financial Director services for businesses that cannot justify a fulltime person. These can range from attending monthly Board meetings to offer advice and financial guidance, to a more hands-on approach, depending on what the company owners require. Other services Gary advertises include business planning (including preparing cash flow forecasts and proposals for funding etc) and setting up or reviewing / improving accounting systems. He is pleased to work on both one-off projects and assignments that need longer term input. “My Clients like having someone who can give them an objective opinion and tell them how it really is” Gary says “they don’t want just another bean counter!”
Email: gary.nevill@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 07971 852365
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Chris Juett
Graphic Design
Chris designs, develops and creates all manner of Print and Digital Media. Logos, Business Cards, Letter Heads, Brochures, Adverts, Image manipulations, Fliers and alterations of your existing documents are just some of the services Chris can give you.
Web sites, animations, editorials and customized imagery for use in a variety of situations can also be catered for. Whether it’s providing that finishing touch to your own work, or a complete bespoke design, Chris will ensure your graphical needs are not only met, but produced to the highest standard at the most competitive price, maximising your investment in his work.
Chris takes a very personal approach to producing superior products that reflect his client’s attitudes and aspirations. Chris will present a professional, accurate image of your company that’s not just proficient, but will also have attention to detail, individuality and deliver a clear-cut message that speaks your businesses ideology.
Web: www.christinctdesigns.co.uk
Email: chris.juett@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 07956 532281
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Graphic Design
Chris designs, develops and creates all manner of Print and Digital Media. Logos, Business Cards, Letter Heads, Brochures, Adverts, Image manipulations, Fliers and alterations of your existing documents are just some of the services Chris can give you.Web sites, animations, editorials and customized imagery for use in a variety of situations can also be catered for. Whether it’s providing that finishing touch to your own work, or a complete bespoke design, Chris will ensure your graphical needs are not only met, but produced to the highest standard at the most competitive price, maximising your investment in his work.
Chris takes a very personal approach to producing superior products that reflect his client’s attitudes and aspirations. Chris will present a professional, accurate image of your company that’s not just proficient, but will also have attention to detail, individuality and deliver a clear-cut message that speaks your businesses ideology.
Web: www.christinctdesigns.co.uk
Email: chris.juett@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 07956 532281
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Ben Gould
GDM Debt Management
With over 15 years experience advising clients in personal finance, Ben and his team specialise in helping individuals with their debt problems, whether employed or selfemployed, Ben can help with real solutions.
Many self-employed clients have become overwhelmed with personal debt commitments due to income reductions in their businesses. Ben will negotiate with these creditors to find long-term solutions for both client and creditor.
In many cases Ben can deliver large monthly reductions in the client’s monthly contractual payment, and then secure discounts with unsecured creditors for a full and final settlements often able to agree 80% discounts, giving clients the opportunity to rebuild their finances.
Ben offers a free consultation to clients giving advice on the best options available.
Email: ben.gould@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 01747 822654
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GDM Debt Management
With over 15 years experience advising clients in personal finance, Ben and his team specialise in helping individuals with their debt problems, whether employed or selfemployed, Ben can help with real solutions.Many self-employed clients have become overwhelmed with personal debt commitments due to income reductions in their businesses. Ben will negotiate with these creditors to find long-term solutions for both client and creditor.
In many cases Ben can deliver large monthly reductions in the client’s monthly contractual payment, and then secure discounts with unsecured creditors for a full and final settlements often able to agree 80% discounts, giving clients the opportunity to rebuild their finances.
Ben offers a free consultation to clients giving advice on the best options available.
Email: ben.gould@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 01747 822654
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Mark Liddle
Corporate Recovery
Helping company directors who are experiencing difficulties is Mark’s “raison d’etre” and he is very good at it. In his lengthy career he has helped over 600 companies continue to trade where other Insolvency Practitioners were ready to close them down and throw away the key. Doing things differently is the philosophy Mark follows and those who know him, and there are many, will confirm that his open yet direct manner often brings out the best in people.
There is no doubt that the UK is in for a tough time in the years to come and it is a certainty that we will all know someone who has been forced to close their business through possibly no fault of their own. Regrettably, Mark is often called in too late as directors often have a ‘head in the sand’ approach to problems. Many companies are not aware that he can provide a totally free consultation and will often be able to help at no cost to the Director. Mark is not a man you want to meet professionally but if you do you will be delighted you have.
Email: mark.liddle@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 07831 607007
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Corporate Recovery
Helping company directors who are experiencing difficulties is Mark’s “raison d’etre” and he is very good at it. In his lengthy career he has helped over 600 companies continue to trade where other Insolvency Practitioners were ready to close them down and throw away the key. Doing things differently is the philosophy Mark follows and those who know him, and there are many, will confirm that his open yet direct manner often brings out the best in people.There is no doubt that the UK is in for a tough time in the years to come and it is a certainty that we will all know someone who has been forced to close their business through possibly no fault of their own. Regrettably, Mark is often called in too late as directors often have a ‘head in the sand’ approach to problems. Many companies are not aware that he can provide a totally free consultation and will often be able to help at no cost to the Director. Mark is not a man you want to meet professionally but if you do you will be delighted you have.
Email: mark.liddle@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 07831 607007
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Ian Wedge
Gener8 Finance
Ian is one of the most experienced people in receivables finance (sales invoices) in the UK today and has worked in the finance sector for the past 39 years.
Originally a Branch Manager in a Building Society, Ian decided to join the Invoice Finance industry in 1987 working within Lloyds Bank Group. In 1994 he was head hunted by an independent provider and has remained in that sector ever since. Ian has been a Director of Singer & Friedlander Factors Ltd, helping restructure their business and a Director of Arbuthnot Commercial Finance Ltd, helping to grow the company which was then sold to a large Financial Services Group.
Ian comments that “Invoice finance now provides funding in excess of £200 billion a year, even smaller and medium sized businesses should look at this method of financing their cash flow.” Ian is currently with Gener8 Finance, an independent company who provide a range of invoice finance facilities to small and medium sized businesses requiring funding of up to £500k.
Email: ian.wedge@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 07983 474533
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Gener8 Finance
Ian is one of the most experienced people in receivables finance (sales invoices) in the UK today and has worked in the finance sector for the past 39 years.Originally a Branch Manager in a Building Society, Ian decided to join the Invoice Finance industry in 1987 working within Lloyds Bank Group. In 1994 he was head hunted by an independent provider and has remained in that sector ever since. Ian has been a Director of Singer & Friedlander Factors Ltd, helping restructure their business and a Director of Arbuthnot Commercial Finance Ltd, helping to grow the company which was then sold to a large Financial Services Group.
Ian comments that “Invoice finance now provides funding in excess of £200 billion a year, even smaller and medium sized businesses should look at this method of financing their cash flow.” Ian is currently with Gener8 Finance, an independent company who provide a range of invoice finance facilities to small and medium sized businesses requiring funding of up to £500k.
Email: ian.wedge@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 07983 474533
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Simon Scott
Accountant
Having spent over twenty five years dealing with all aspects of accountancy and taxation matters within a private practice environment, Simon recognised the need and took the opportunity to create, together with his wife, an accountancy practice that offers not only a professional and reliable service but also a ‘hands on’ approach to all aspects of clients requirements in their accounting/business matters. Simon says ‘that if nothing else this has been paramount in our clients’ wishes to receive advice and service presented in an understandable way with a down to earth approach’.
Whether an individual, a sole trader, partnership or a limited company large or small we offer a full range of accountancy services. The accountancy world, and in particular the tax regime which we all operate within, is ever changing and keeping up to date is an important part of dealing with your personal and business affairs..
Email: sscott@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 01258 830304
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Accountant
Having spent over twenty five years dealing with all aspects of accountancy and taxation matters within a private practice environment, Simon recognised the need and took the opportunity to create, together with his wife, an accountancy practice that offers not only a professional and reliable service but also a ‘hands on’ approach to all aspects of clients requirements in their accounting/business matters. Simon says ‘that if nothing else this has been paramount in our clients’ wishes to receive advice and service presented in an understandable way with a down to earth approach’.Whether an individual, a sole trader, partnership or a limited company large or small we offer a full range of accountancy services. The accountancy world, and in particular the tax regime which we all operate within, is ever changing and keeping up to date is an important part of dealing with your personal and business affairs..
Email: sscott@minerva.uk.com
Tel: 01258 830304
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