Type of Project

Summary

Start Up Business - sole trader

Sally-Ann Jones is a talented artist from Pontrhydyfen in Port Talbot. She studied Fine Art and has painted for many years for family and friends.  She has recently decided to launch her own business and approached Business Connect for advice regarding starting her business and finding work.   Sally is keen to find local commissions from private individuals and businesses.
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Start Up Business - limited company

Phillip Arran is an accomplished performer with experience of theatre, film, television and cabaret.  His vast list of achievements include performing in Joseph in the West End and appearing in the film 'Entrapment'. He has also produced and starred in his own sell-out productions!  Phillip approached Business Connect when he decided to set up his own entertainment and production company. Phillip received advice on setting up and marketing his productions. Silver Stage & Screen Productions Ltd is now one of the leading entertainment companies in Wales.  + visit Silver Stage & Screen's website

Start Up Business - sole trader

Michelle Hapgood from Neath approached Business Connect for support in setting up a sandwich company.  The Western Sandwich Company is now a thriving business which Michelle is able to run from her home in Waunceirch.  The company delivers a range of fresh foods to local businesses across the region.
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Start Up Business - young person

Aimee Foukles set up her own business aged 21 years.  She is now the proprietor of two successful small businesses in Cimla, Neath.  Aimee received practical help and support from our Youth Enterprise team who specialise in helping youngsters to set up and prosper in business.
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Start Up Business - partnership

Gail Roberts and Christine Perrott have set up a successful aromatherapy skincare business called Raphael Aromatherapy Skincare.  They have recently expanded their range to include hair care and they are now developing an exciting range of massage oils.
+ read how this aromatherapy business started

Start Up Business - larger business

Gwyn and Christine Richards approached Business Connect for assistance with setting up the Aberdulais Golf Driving Range.  This successful business is now expanding into catering and events and will be featured on Channel 4 in the Autumn.
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Start Up & Expansion Project

South Wales Arborists in Jersey Marine have received advice and support from Business Connect when starting up and more recently when expanding their business.  This successful business has secured major contracts and turnover is predicted to continue to grow. + click here to read how this business started

Start Up & Expansion Project

Mr Griffiths approached Business Connect for advice and support with raising funding to open his holiday accommodation log cabins.  Today Bryn Bettws Log Cabins is a thriving business. The Cabins are located near Afan Argoed making them ideal for mountain bikers. Business Connect are also assisting Mr Griffiths with his future plans to expand the business.
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Expansion Project

HCM (South Wales) Ltd in Resolven received support from Business Connect with their plans for expansion.  They received assistance with the preparation of a business plan which raised funding from the local Authority to purchase new equipment.  This successful project helped to create jobs and safeguard existing jobs.
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Relocation Project

Sheila Cosker is a Director of Rolls Choice who relocated to the Aberavon Shopping Centre with support from Business Connect. The move has safeguarded the future of the firm and enabled the business to expand.
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Marketing Project

Gareth Lye is a talented glass artist who works from his studio in Neath. He specialises in contemporary stained glass, sand blasting etching and enamelling. This accomplished artist is known as 'Lye' and he also creates architectural models and has launched his own range of contemporary household items including unique designer bowls.  This range of bowls are now sold in Sweden. + visit Lye Spectrum Glass

Contract Shop (finding contracts)

Andrew Scott Ltd in Margam is one of the leading construction companies in Wales. They have benefited immensely from support from Business Connect's Contract Shop scheme as they were notified of the contract opportunity to
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Book-keeping
(Management Information Systems)

Melanie Gibby is the proprietor of NRG cafe and tapas bar in Neath town centre. Melanie received support from Business Connect's Management Information Systems scheme which  to help firms with their book keeping.
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