The Business Exchange Bath & Somerset Issue 4: Summer 2017 | Page 3

CONTENTS NOTE FROM THE EDITOR INSIDE THIS EDITION Welcome to the summer edition of The Business Exchange Bath & Somerset. This issue celebrates all things made or produced in Bath. We’ve done our homework to showcase some of Bath’s most innovative businesses and the ones to watch, putting Bath on a national and international stage. Turn to page 20 to read this special feature. Championing Bath’s highly important independents is something I’m incredibly passionate about. When I found out electrical retailer, Moss of Bath is celebrating 55 years in the city, I had to get in touch to find out their story. Turn to page 25 and learn how they’ve set trends others in the industry have followed. I love meeting with business people and hearing all about their business journey. Interviewing Helen Rich, founder of Taste of Bath was no exception. Read her In Profile on page 19, I challenge you to get to the end of the article and not want to give or receive one of her hampers! To find out about future editions of TBE and how you could feature, please drop me a line or give me a call. Also, in between print editions don’t forget to visit our business news and information website www.tbebathandsomerset.co.uk to be kept up to date. We’re active on social media too. Follow us @TBEBATH and @ TBESW for our Swindon and Wiltshire stories. Happy reading. 4 BUSINESS NEWS A round-up of the latest top stories 7 COVER STORY Widcombe Social Club up for national award 8 FINANCE We find out what’s going on in the world of finance 12 RECRUITMENT Employers turn to temps to fill skills gap 13 PERSONAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT TBE experts provide their top tips and advice for getting ahead in business 19 IN PROFILE Helen Rich, Taste of Bath 20 MADE IN BATH Celebrating all things designed, produced or manufactured in Bath 23 CREATIVE THINKING The latest from Bath’s creative sector 24 INDIE BUSINESS Supporting Bath independents 26 TECHNOLOGY The latest from the region’s vibrant tech sector 32 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY The latest commercial property news and advice 34 REVVED UP Geoff Maxted reviews the BMW 4 Series AUTUMN EDITION 2017: SPECIAL FEATURES Anita Jaynes BATH’S TOP 100 RANKED BY TURNOVER In association with W H Ireland www.wh-ireland.co.uk, we bring you the ultimate guide to the area’s most successful firms. Ranked by turnover from each company’s most recent results, the TBE Top 100 provides an insight into the diversity of Bath’s business landscape. Editor: Anita Jaynes E: [email protected] T: 01225 300043 BATH & SOMERSET’S INSPIRING OFFICES A sneaky peak into some of the city’s coolest places to work. Think your office is a contender? Tweet us some pics @TBEBATH Web: www.tbebathandsomerset.co.uk ADVERTISE WITH THE BUSINESS EXCHANGE Market your business with us in print and online. We offer bespoke advertising packages starting from just £50+VAT. Special Features: Fiona Scott www.fionascottmediaconsultancy.co.uk Motoring: Geoff Maxted www.drivewrite.co.uk Social media: David Bolton www.tainbrae.co.uk Design: Juicy Designs www.juicy-designs.com Artwork: Studio Creative Services www.studio-cs.co.uk Print: Acorn Press www.acornpress.co.uk We have options covering Bath and Somerset and Swindon and Wiltshire. To find out more about The Business Exchange Bath & Somerset advertising opportunities contact: Sian Swift, Business Development Manager E: [email protected] T: 07710 566 145 And for Business Exchange Swindon & Wiltshire enquiries contact: E: [email protected] T: 01793 847966 THE BUSINESS EXCHANGE KEY STATISTICS - PRINT Readership: 15,000 Circulation: 5,000 Follow us on Social Media @TBEBATH www.facebook.com/tbesbathandsomerset THE BUSINESS EXCHANGE 2017 3