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| The 2007 Startups Awards is headline sponsored by NatWest Business Banking. As one of the leading banks for small business, NatWest understands the difficulties of running a successful business and knows just how much work it takes. However, with the right support and guidance, it can be one of the most rewarding things that you do with your life. NatWest has an extensive network of local Business Managers and offer a dedicated relationship service to all business customers including a direct line to your business manager, free face to face advice and phones manned 24/7. In addition, we offer free and discounted business banking for up to 2 years, a free start-up course and a comprehensive range of banking solutions tailored to your needs. |
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| Bartercard Plc, the world's largest and leading trade exchange is a business to business trade exchange for member businesses. Bartercard facilitates a cashless exchange of goods and services between its members using a currency known as Trade Barter (T£1=GBS£1) in a network of over 70,000 businesses in 17 countries. A tried and tested system, helping conserve cash in your business. Bartercard is a strategic modern business tool which can create new business, increase sales, reduce cash expenses and use profit margins as a discount for purchasing. Bartecard's modern form of bartering has proven an effective and innovative service for a wide range of companies. |
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| We are delighted to sponsor the 2007 Startups Awards as we understand how important new businesses are to the economy and what a raw deal they often get. We specialise in providing direct business insurance, tailored just for small businesses. All our business insurance polices are underwritten at Lloyd’s of London and our customers have benefited from up to 30% savings on their existing premiums when switching to us. |
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| BT Business is a Gold sponsor of the 2007 Startups Awards and is sponsoring the Online Business of the Year category. By understanding the needs of its individual business customers, no matter what their size, BT Business offers the latest products and services to get companies online, drive efficiency and increase productivity.
As one of the UK’s largest IT and Communications providers, we are able to bring all of your needs together, therefore taking away the hassle and leaving you to do what you do best, in getting on with running your business. For more information, please go to www.bt.com/startups |
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| NetRegs, the government website that provides clear guidance on environmental regulations, is delighted to sponsor the 2007 Startups Awards Green Business category. Some environmentally-friendly practices are obligatory. Others, such as saving money on energy, just make good business sense. NetRegs is designed specifically to provide small and medium-sized businesses with the guidance they need to meet their environmental obligations.
Sector specific information is always available and business owners can register for free email alerts, which will keep them up-to-date with changes in regulations that affect their business. A Waste Directory on the website provides details of local waste management sites, so users can be sure they are working with licensed operators. It also enables businesses to select recycling in preference to disposal facilities.
To register for the e-alert service, access the Waste Directory or for more information on the environmental legislation affecting your business, visit www.netregs.gov.uk. |
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Yellow Pages is proud to be involved in the 2007 Start Ups Awards as category sponsor of the ‘Silver Fox’ award, as part of our ongoing commitment to inspire, showcase and champion the enterprising people behind UK businesses. The Startups Awards recognise outstanding start-up businesses across the UK and the ‘Silver Fox’ award category shines a spotlight on the skills, ingenuity and passion of enterprising people over the age of 50.
We will be highlighting key success stories that we uncover on www.peoplebehindthenumbers.com to celebrate the dynamic nature of this exciting sector. |
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Businesses today need to be on the Internet. Start-ups, entrepreneurs and small and medium businesses (SMBs) often find getting started on the web confusing. Amen – a leading provider of services to get businesses started on the Internet - understands how to make online business simple. Amen’s experience and range of easy to understand packages provide the perfect platform to launch your business on the web.
There’s no need for technical knowledge or know-how. In one simple business package, Amen will register your web address (your ‘domain name’) and help you build a website. Amen will deliver a professional email service, and host, develop and support your website. Most importantly, Amen keeps your information secure.Find out how Amen can help you to develop your business at www.amenworld.com |
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Brother is the perfect technology partner for the small business – offering a comprehensive range of printers, faxes and all-in-one machines to suit every need. Our latest range of compact all-in-one machines is ideal for the small office/home office – combining a printer, photocopier, scanner and optional fax in a single, stylish machine. The MFC-440CN model was voted best small business printer by the Guardian newspaper. We also offer excellent value; readers of PC Pro magazine recently voted Brother the UK’s number two brand for affordable machines and running costs. Brother has long championed the needs of small businesses, including a successful partnership with Channel 4’s ‘Risking It All’ series and sponsorship of the Startups Awards.
We are delighted to renew our sponsorship this year and wish all the entrants – and especially those in the ‘Micro Business of the Year’ category – the very best of luck.
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Business Plan Services (‘BPS’) operates in association with the internationally respected London Business School to specialise in assisting clients with all aspects of effective business planning. Established in 1991, BPS’ work is proven to improve our clients’ chances of receiving funding by 4000%!
Because the planning process is different for each company, BPS’ services are individually tailored to meet client requirements, offering both readymade and bespoke solutions to suit individual needs and budget. BPS works with clients of all sizes at every stage of their business’ life, across a full range of industry sectors.
Today BPS is recognised as THE definitive resource for business planning in the UK and is able to extend its services to making introductions to its clients to over 400 investors as well strengthening its clients’ management teams by sourcing credible executives available through BPS unique London Business School network. |
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With successful business centres in London, Birmingham, Bristol and Manchester, eOffice’s modern approach to office and conferencing solutions is proving a winner.
Offering forward-thinking businesses the ultimate in flexible and affordable office and conference space,eOffice business centres are all located in brand new Grade-A buildings, right in city centres and close to major transport links.
Stunning design, flexible packages and options – including virtual office, hot-desking, full time offices and virtual PA – plus the latest technology, excellent service and competitive pricing have made eOffice a winning proposition among start ups, SMEs, entrepreneurs, the self-employed and international companies needing a base in central city locations.
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| Business Link, supported by government, provides a wealth of information and impartial support to new and existing businesses. Business Link’s services are available locally in England by calling 0845 600 9 006. The national website www.businesslink.gov.uk helps businesses start up, improve and grow by providing free access to all relevant information, guidance, funding and training from government and the business sector |
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Startups.co.uk is the UK’s largest independent resource for anyone starting and running a small business. It offers free and easy to understand help and advice on all aspects of starting and running a business. The site contains 10,000 searchable pages of information, news that is updated hourly and an interactive forum where ideas and views are exchanged. In fact 83% of our readers rate startups.co.uk as the most useful source of information for small businesses. |
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