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UKSPA Directory 2017 England | Full Member 155 Mansfield The Forum i-Centre is open has to an on-site the public Business and is Growth a space Director to meet, and eat, holds collaborate regular networking and network events Shared Offices A shared office is the ultimate cost- effective solution. A dedicated desk and lockable storage is assigned to all shared office customers – the space will be yours and yours alone. support bookings from start to finish, from arranging the catering to welcoming guests. “An impressive base to work from, allowing businesses to grow within a lively environment with access to the skills and experience of others” Virtual Business Mansfield i-Centre offers virtual office packages designed to provide a professional image for your business, without incurring the cost of renting office space. Ideal for start-up companies, those on the road or working from home. Business Support Through the on-site Business Growth Director, Mansfield i-Centre provides support and advice for businesses to achieve their objectives, helping with vision, strategy and effective implementation. This is not a chargeable extra service but a core feature of a true Innovation Centre. Networking amongst customers is encouraged. Regular business networking events are held at the Centre, as well as a range of training and learning events on relevant business topics in conjunction with partners. Mee ting and Conference Facilities Mansfield i-Centre has a range of superb conference and meeting rooms available to hire by the hour or the day by internal or external companies. Whether space is needed for a conference, product launch, board meeting or interview, there is a room to meet the requirements. The rooms are fully equipped with presentation equipment, free WiFi, and parking; break-out space and catering facilities are available on request. The experienced, professional reception team Oxford Innovation Mansfield i-Centre is managed by Oxford Innovation, the UK’s leading Business and Innovation Centre operator. Part of the SQW Group, which employs 180 staff, Oxford Innovation provides flexible office, laboratory, workshop and studio space to over 900 start-up and growing companies throughout a UK-wide network of Business and Innovation Centres. For a full listing of Oxford Innovation’s Centres, please visit the website at www.oxin-centres.co.uk. ■ Hot Desks Hot desks are ideal for people who are always on the go, rarely in the same place two days running. They are available to hire by the hour, day or week, providing access to a desk and fast internet connection. Tr a n s p o r t l i n k s Close proximity to the A617 M1 (10 minutes) Mansfield rail station N e a r by Nottingham (13 miles) Derby (18 miles) Sheffield (20 miles) Str a te g i c n e tw o r k Nottinghamshire County Council D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership