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Today I attended my first meeting, as a 'visitor', to decide whether I'd like to join.  Having ended the meeting with three prospective new clients, and a lot of very excited interest.  I'm in!  Wrap it, I'll take it!

AS

Visitor ... now a Member!

 

I just thought that you might like to know that I have just totalled up the amount of revenue TipTop generated through Athena referrals from June 2005 to end of June 2006 (my 1st year) and it came to: £24,740.12p.  Needless to say, I will be renewing my membership this year!

 

GR

Member

 

It was lovely to meet you today and I really did enjoy the meeting. Having been really apprehensive about the whole networking idea it was great to meet so many nice ladies in such a relaxed environment and to see networking happening naturally without any pressure.

ER

Visitor

 

I felt privileged to have been part of the workshop and will certainly digest and put into practice all that you have taught us.

AL

Member

 

Enjoyed being in an atmosphere that is both warm and ‘buzzing’ whilst increasing my knowledge and experiences of networking.

SS

Member

 

What I enjoyed about today's workshop was that I am learning more about the 'ease and grace' of networking ... it's finally becoming less daunting.  Thank you.

AS

Member

 

 

South Milton Keynes Members

 

Caroline Harvey/ Caroline Watson – Family solicitors - Gorvins
 

Telephone:  01908 354162/ 01908 354157
Email caroline.harvey@gorvins.com / caroline.watson@gorvins.com  

Website:

 


 

Claire Robinson – Advertising magazine - “MK Flyers”

 

MK Flyers bring business to your fingertips in the form of advertising.

 

We produce A5 size business directories to 23,000 homes each month door to door, offering effective, affordable advertising.

 

We also produce a Business to Business directory 6 times a year reaching the businesses in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas The format for this magazine is A4 high quality advertising . See www.mkbusinessflyer.co.uk

 

www.yourlocalflyer.co.uk is our online directory helping your website to be found by Google and the other search engines. We give free registration for all business along with affordable yearly packages.

 

 Telephone:  01908 276678

Mob:   07801 931987
Email  claire@mkflyers.co.uk   

Website www.mkflyers.co.uk

 


 

Clare Darrall – IT Management MK Ltd

 

IT Management provides a wealth of IT knowledge for small and medium sized businesses in Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas. 

Our team of engineers can support the day-to-day running of your computers and networks, leaving you free to run your business.  Our consultant will hold your hand through the design and installation of a new network, the upgrade or replacement of an existing network, all specific to your business’s needs and which will grow as your business grows.  IT Management also supplies a wide variety of cost-effective products and solutions normally only available to large corporations – such as email filtering, network and PC security, and business continuity solutions.

All quotations and initial site visits are free of charge, with no obligation.

 

 

Telephone:  0845 4650 100

Mob:   07947 680765

Email:  clare.darrall@it-management.co.uk

Web site www.it-management.co.uk 

 


 

Emily Heale – Hypnotherapist -  The Hypnotherapy Practice

 

Hypnotherapy is a safe, gentle and proven solution to many emotional and anxiety related problems including stress, panic attacks, depression, lack of confidence and phobias. Expectant mums can benefit from relaxed childbirth sessions in preparation for a more peaceful and often faster arrival for the baby with less discomfort. Children too can benefit from a gentle session for issues such as bedwetting and sleeping problems.

Want to lose weight but sick of dieting? With my help in just two sessions you can forget about counting every single calorie by establishing new behavioural patterns to kick start a healthy attitude to food which will stay with you forever.

 

Want to quit smoking? In just one smoking cessation session I use powerful hypnotic techniques to give ex-smokers immediate rewards for quitting smoking.

 

Free consultations are available at my Milton Keynes or Buckingham practice.

 

Telephone:  07990 521266
Email:   emily@thehypnopractice.com

Website:   www.thehypnopractice.com

 


 

Fiona Storey – Web and Marketing Design

 

 

Your business will benefit from design services for a website and marketing material that help you to find and connect with your next potential customer. From one-off pieces of work to integrated website and marketing collateral, I provide a personalized service to small businesses that are looking to present a professional image without incurring the costs of a full-blown marketing agency. As a qualified marketer, I will provide editorial advice as well as creative flair to produce imaginative flyers, brochures, posters, logos and stationery as well as websites that catch the eye and bring people through your door.  

 

 Fiona Storey MCIM, Website and Marketing Design

 

Telephone:  01908 644 673

Mob:   07891 908811

Email:   fiona@fionastoreydesign.co.uk

 


 

June Srivalsan  -  Chalky Whites Auto Repair Centre Ltd

 

We pride ourselves in being a women friendly garage. We cover all vehicle repairs and maintenance including the following:

 

Exhausts                   MOT’s

Tyres                        Diagnostics

Batteries                   Servicing

Collection and delivery service at discounted rates for our members.

 

We provide Car Maintenance Workshops, and have a website which gives you tips on how to look after your car.

We are Members of the RMI (Retail Motor Industry) and also Members of the goodgaragescheme.com

 

We offer an unrivalled, friendly service with a personal touch

 

Telephone: 01908 641521

Mob:    07766 581294

Email:  june@chalkywhites.co.uk

Website   www.chalkywhites.co.uk

 


 

Karen Matcham – Independent Financial Adviser  -  Totus Wealth Management

 

Karen is an Independent Financial Adviser working with Totus, in Milton Keynes. 

Her experience as an adviser goes back to the late 1980s, before this she worked in the City in banking and property. 

The aim of financial planning, both for businesses and individuals, is to build wealth tax efficiently and underpin these plans with affordable insurance.  Karen can advise on all aspects of financial planning including pensions, investments and protection, for both individuals and companies.

A first meeting is without obligation and is designed to establish whether any advice is needed and how best to proceed. 

 

Telephone:  01908 255551

Mobile:  07894 911222

Email: kmatch@btinternet.com  

Website  www.totus.com

 


 

Kassia Gardner – Book Keeper – Bright Angels.

 

Do you require a professional bookkeeper to set up a bookkeeping system, maintain your purchase ledger, manage your sales ledger or produce your VAT returns?

 

bright angels is a small, professional and friendly organisation providing bookkeeping services. Our services incorporate all areas of accounts administration including data entry, maintaining sales and purchase ledgers, credit control, bank reconciliations, VAT returns, year end accounts and Sage software.

We take great pride in what we do and understand that developing long term partnerships with our clients is essential for our mutual success. We thrive on teamwork - working together to give you the best possible service. We are experienced, good at what we do and we aim to consistently exceed our clients’ expectations.

 

Telephone:  07528 649953

Email kassia@brightangels.co.uk  

Website  www.bright-angels.co.uk  

 


 

Katie Stocks – Business Coach -  Venture Now

 

venture-Now is a partnership which develops businesses by developing the people within them.

By blending coaching and training we provide high quality development for all businesses. Through our workshops; Business Club; facilitation and coaching we accelerate the pace at which businesses can move forward.


Our combination of coaching and training is the path to your success; we focus on implementing the changes you need and developing your skills. By working on your sales, leadership and people processes we'll ensure the changes are successful and sustainable.

 

The venture-Now Business Clubs in Bedford and Milton Keynes provide affordable training and coaching for small businesses who want to focus on moving their business forward.

 

Whether you are looking for one to one coaching, in-house development or facilitation for your team, or to attend one of our open workshops please call Katie.

 

Telephone:  01525 240341

Mobile:     07816 657146

Email:   katie@venture-now.com

Website  www.venture-now.com

 


 

Kim Knights – Mobile Hairdresser

 

I have been working in the hairdressing industry for twenty years. My first experience was in a very large salon in The House of Fraser , Milton Keynes, and  later in Regent Street, London .After ten years I started a family ,and  began teaching hairdressing up to NVQ level 3 at Milton Keynes and Aylesbury colleges This is when I decided to go freelance to offer a more  personal experience to each and every  client . I am versatile, and this means that I can achieve a variety of styles to suit work, home and play time.. We all need to feel good about ourselves, and this is why you need an expert and sympathetic hairdresser.

I cover all of Milton Keynes, Buckingham and surrounding villages.

 

Kim Knights: a moment for your self in your own surroundings.

 

Telephone:   07791 620572

Email: kim_knights@btinternet.comk

 


 

Michelle Johnston – Virgin Vie At Home

  

Telephone:  01908 311345

Mob:   07746 602928

Email: michellemulgrove@aol.com

 


 

Nancy Stevens – Image Consultant – Altered Image

 

Nancy Stevens set up Altered Image 5 years ago. She is an independent Image Consultant who specialises in Colour Analysis, What-not-to-wear, Personal Shopping, Skincare and Makeup lessons.  

 
Nancy specialises in individual consultations for both men and women in which she thrives in making people feel and look better. She also works in the Corporate sector, advising companies on staff and office appearance, working with companies such as M & S and Joules Clothing.

 

Nancy has long established herself as the area’s premier Image Consultant and is very media friendly. She has her own monthly slot for BBC 3 Counties radio as their resident fashion guru and is fashion Agony Aunt for Style MK.

 

Nancy’s unique selling point is her friendly, open and honest approach and she has an almost 100% success with most clients re-booking with her personal shopping trips.  She is able to offer a private fitting room, free lunch and an incredible array of clothes in the right colours, sizes and styles. 

 

“OH THE CHIC OF IT”

 

Telephone:  01908 587860

Mobile:     07773 077024

Email:    nancy.stevens@alteredimagemk.co.uk

Website www.alteredimageuk.co.uk

 


 

Sally Poulton – business Support – Business Link

Telephone
:  01908 363442

Mobile:   07799 117836
Email:    sally.poulton@businesslinksolutions.co.uk
Website    www.businesslink.gov.uk

 


 

Sue Farrington Smith – United Brain Tumour Campaign

 

16,000 people a year are diagnosed with a brain tumour.  More people under the age of 40 and more children die of a brain tumour than any other cancer.  Yet brain tumour research remains woefully under-funded.  Five year survival lags significantly behind other cancers just 12% for males and 15% for females; compared to 50% for all cancers.

 

We aim to change this and to achieve research funding levels enjoyed by other cancers such as leukaemia and breast.

 

We need to raise £7million per annum to fund vital research.  To help - all you need to do is let us know of the charity schemes of those companies that you are involved with and we will do the rest.  Of course if you want to donate, raise funds or add your support in any other way, please contact me.

 

Telephone: 01296 730230

Email:  sue@believe.co.uk

Website: www.alisdream.org.uk

 


 

Yvonne Poole – Dentistry – The Appledore Clinic

 

 

Appledore is a private dental clinic established in 1990 offering a full range of cosmetic and family dentistry including: full mouth reconstruction, veneers, orthodontics with either train tracks or invisalign (invisible) aligners, dental implants, dentures, bonding, whitening, bridges, same day crowns, white fillings, hygiene, children’s dentistry, even treatment for fine lines and wrinkles.

 

Invisalign is the invisible way to straighten your teeth it’s suitable for teenagers and adults, most famous people opt for this fantastic treatment. 

 

Dr Teresa Day has provided orthodontic and implant treatments for over 20 years and is one of the top Invisalign dentists in the UK and Europe – remember your teeth are safe in her hands.

 

Your smiles are unlimited at Appledore Clinic

 

Telephone:  01908 235911

E mail:       yvonne@appledore.co.uk

Website:   www.appledore.co.uk 


If you are interested in finding our more about the South Milton Keynes group click here or telephone us on 07769 741018 we would be happy to talk to you.

Jonquil Bennett  

Regional Director - Milton Keynes

jonquil@theathenanetwork.com

Tel:  01296 711527

Mob:  07790 644708

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