BNI Olympus Chapter

One of the group’s busiest members is Michael Sewell who is a leading Lancashire wedding photographer.

He will photograph all aspects of your day in an unobtrusive style, capturing the spontaneity, emotion and excitement of your wedding. The aim is to create the perfect story of the day; a mixture of photojournalism, magazine style (posed) images of bride and groom and detail shots are necessary.

In particular he specialises in low light photography, which enables him to capture the colour and emotion during the evening reception. Make sure you look at the low light pictures on his website, www.weddingsbymichael.co.uk to really appreciate what he can achieve when the lights go down.

All albums are bespoke and contain over 200 surface mounted images, narrating the story of your day from start to finish, available in a choice of albums including Coffee Table Books and hand crafted Italian albums.

Michael even runs courses for other photographers – he’s that good!

Introducing our newest member, Sam Mcloughlin from Creative Republic – a top design company based in Accrington.

Creative Republic produces design work for a wide range of companies from Ted Baker to Ted the baker.

No matter what size your company is we can all benefit from good quality design.

None of this “I designed this myself” or “I got my logo and cards free off the internet” it’s not good enough! I’m ranting now but the simple fact to remember is “a little goes a long way” in reality all design is free that’s right free, every penny you spend with CR, you will get back with interest with your new customers!

If your design requirement is hard to categorize please get in touch, we are always looking for new challenges.

purple secret is the trading name of Gary and Jillian Selwood who are both consultants for, and distributors of, the proto-col range of products through proto-col at home, which is authorised by the Direct Selling Authority (DSA).

The proto-col products are manufactured by a British company.  They are salon grade, professional products, which include collagen and natural plant based extracts and botanicals combined with anti ageing technology.

The proto-col ethos is luxury, quality and affordable, using only the finest grade ingredients available.

proto-col is now a globally recognised brand and is used by many athletes and A-list celebrities such as Jennifer Aniston, Uma Thurman, Lucy Liu, Gwen Stafani and Robbie Williams.

purplesecret demonstrate the products at various events and shows in the North West; we can also visit you in your home for a pamper evening with friends or visit companies during the lunchtime periods to demonstrate the full range of products.

The proto-col range includes:

• naturally advanced nutrition including collagen capsules
• innovative slimming aids
• collagen based skincare
• mineral cosmetics
• body scrubs
• tanning solutions
• sports nutrition

these are designed to complement and enhance your health and wellbeing.

For more information please visit our website www.purplesecret.co.uk
or alternatively please contact us by email at info@purplesecret.co.uk
or phone us free on 0808 108 1524.

Daniel Sumner, New Business Executive has been with Alker Insurance Brokers for over 9 months now, having previously worked in underwriting at AXA Insurance in Bolton. He is committed to giving excellent service to new and existing clients, giving clients an excellent service and is an expert at translating your requirements into a cost effective insurance policy that gives you the protection you need.

Alker Insurance Brokers is a local insurance broker in Wigan with national influence. As part of the CCV Group, they enjoy access to one of the most extensive ranges of insurance products available in the market today. This range includes personal insurance such as home, motor and travel and commercial insurance for all types of business risk.

No matter what type of insurance you are looking for, it is important to know that you are properly covered. Their experienced staff are experts at translating your requirements into a cost effective insurance policy that gives you the protection you need.

This means that customers get the best of both worlds; they offer the level of service that can only be found when dealing with a local company whilst punching way above their weight to provide the best prices and most comprehensive range of policies

FREE Insurance Review

Sadly we often see individuals and businesses with inadequate cover to suit their needs.  As businesses grow, the level of insurance required also grows, and individuals may buy new possessions without taking their value into account when renewing their insurance.

This is why we offer a FREE review of all insurance requirements.

The review will include our recommendations to adjust the type and level of insurance to exactly match your current circumstances, ensuring an appropriate level of cover, and our quote when renewal is due.  We can undertake a review at any time; there is no need to wait until your policy is about to expire.

At National Driver Assessment Centres training for road drivers is our remit and the benefits of having your fleet vehicles and company drivers assessed and trained cannot be underestimated, particularly if you have exposure to the effects of the Corporate Manslaughter and Health & Safety (Driving for Work) Acts which have both been revised recently. – please read at www.ndac.uk.com for more information.

Our Skid Car fleet, with twelve skid pans’ across England and Wales is mainly aimed at training the company driver although it can be done as a purely fun exercise – see www.nccc.uk.com for more information. The benefits of having a trained driving force are that you can save money on fuel, get insurance discounts though our scheme with Towergate TLC and mitigate against prosecution should one of your drivers have an accident whilst on company business.

Coxhead Cleaning Services is a family run business offering a quality & reliable service.  We are based in Penwortham, near Preston and cover all surrounding areas including Longton, Chorley, Leyland, Preston and Tarleton.

All our staff are highly trained; CRB approved and always provide a professional & friendly service on a daily, weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis.

Coxhead Cleaning Services are fully insured whilst working in your premises and our aim is to provide a personal service at a high standard ensuring you are always satisfied.

Commercial Cleaning

We carry out contracts with Nurseries, Accountants, Solicitors and I.T Consultants.

We offer an out of hours service during the working week (where possible) to avoid disruption to the running of the business.

Domestic Cleaning

Coxhead Cleaning services offer a tailored service so you are paying for what you want.  We pride ourselves on going that extra mile for our customers and because of our friendly and reliable service we build a good relationship with our customers.

Ironing Service

Ironing can be collected and returned to you within 48 hours.  It is presented to you as you wish either folded or on hangers.

Roger Bessent – Managing Director

A founding partner of Gleeson Bessent is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Accountants. He is also a member of the Academy of Experts and the Society of Expert Witnesses and has a listing in the Law Society Directory of Expert Witnesses.

In his 25 years in private practice he has acquired extensive expertise and experience which he brings to bear on his client portfolio which is varied ,both in size and nature.

He specialises in personal injury litigation and has acted as an expert witness on a number of occasions. He has also held the position of Single Joint Expert.

Another specialised area of work is Strategic Planning for small and medium sized businesses for which he has accredited status.

Providing Solutions For You And Your Business

Every client has their own individual requirements and business needs.

Our aim is to identify those requirements and needs and provide appropriate solutions.

Our practice has been built on the development of long-term relationships with our clients and on providing a high-level, quality service. Because we work closely with each of our clients, we are able to offer them timely, individual advice.

As you would expect from any firm of accountants, we provide the traditional services of bookkeeping, auditing, accounting and tax. However unlike most firms, we have developed a much wider range of services that we feel fully meet the needs of modern business.

So, whether you need help growing your business or advice on optimising your personal or family finances, we are here to provide you with the best solution.

David Taylor of Perfect Finish has almost 30 years in the industry, initially as a electrician with Norweb, and then further hands on experience in other trades. His partner Peter has 25 years‚ experience in installation work.

From off the shelf to bespoke prestige kitchens or bathrooms‚ Poggenpohl, Smallbone, DeVol – Perfect Finish can design and install to any budget – their most recent project being a full property refurbishment on a 3 storey, 6 bedroom £1m+ house in London. The job entailed, design, project management, installation for all trades for the full property.

Nothing is too big or too small. The customer always comes first.

Martin has been a Financial Adviser for over 17 years, starting his Financial career with the CIS and then leaving to set up City Investment & Insurance Services Limited – consisting of 5 IFA’s and 1 General Insurance Adviser.

Prior to being an IFA Martin worked in the Nuclear Industry from the age of 16, serving his time as a toolmaker and finishing his career as a project Manager. He blames his lack of hair to his time in this industry.

He is married to Julie and has 1 daughter – Sally Anne and a cocker spaniel called Ichy.

He prides himself on being available to all his clients, all the time.

Hayes Architects can advise both purchaser and vendor on all aspects of Town Planning and Building Regulations prior to the purchase or sale of a property and are proud of the close working relationship developed with all the Local Planning Authorities throughout the North West.

This professional advice can include, for example, highlighting any development potential with a prestige property, be it an additional dwelling to the rear or side or replacement dwelling. This might influence the sale price for the property or reduce the amount of land being offered for sale. Depending on the requirements an informal meeting with the local planning authority is usually undertaken with feedback to the client.

This is all in addition to design and planning of new builds or refurbishments with enthusiastic personal attention from Nick, working with your ideas and adding flair, creativity and expertise to the mix.