Outset Plymouth News
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The writing’s on the wall for couple who love what they do
February 16, 2012Anna and Roy Christie’s new business producing graffiti and illustration was recently featured in the Herald with a two-page article showcasing their talents. The Plymouth couple have been supported by Outset.
51 jobs are lost at Plymouth call centre as window firm closes operation
February 10, 2012Outset advisors join city ‘rapid response unit’ from Job Centre Plus in working with Everest employees to look at self-employment opportunities following the loss of 51 call centre jobs.
Firms invited to enter PR competition worth £1,000
Outset is launching in association with Fireproof PR a competition for Plymouth businesses to win the chance of £1,000-worth of public relations.
Award will recognise the spirit of enterprise
February 8, 2012START-UP organisation Outset Plymouth has joined the list of sponsors for this year’s Herald Business Awards – and is backing a new category – Spirit of Enterprise Award.
Dietetic consultancy launched
February 7, 2012Outset clients Kirsty Lewis and Louise Pen-Collins are featured in today’s Plymouth Herald where their recent business launch offering personalised eating plans and dietary advice are being celebrated by the Lord and Lady Mayoress.
Women’s network launches meetings
January 31, 2012THE Plymouth Enterprising Women Network has launched the first of what will become by-monthly coffee mornings for aspiring female entrepreneurs – and the story featured in today’s Plymouth Herald:
Reunion led to theatre business
January 30, 2012Emma Titah launched her new micro business recently after being inspired by her school drama teachers and features in today’s Plymouth Herald:
Launch is a magical moment for Andy
Outset magician Andy Nicol has conjured up his new business that launched at the Wednesday Club recently and featured in today’s Plymouth Herald.
Pair hope parents sign up to language course
January 27, 2012Outset client Mandy Drake-Worth launched her new business to help parents communicate with their babies after being inspired by their children and features in today’s Plymouth Herald:
Planning big day gave Tracy the idea for a new business
January 23, 2012Outset client Tracy Walters planned her wedding little did she realise that it would be the spark to creating her own business.
AdminFairies taking on new staff
January 19, 2012Successful new business AdminFairies has taken on new staff which handles administration and office support across the South West region.
Start-up micro-businesses meet with South West MEP
January 17, 2012SOME of Plymouth’s newest micro businesses have had the opportunity to explain their plans to Sir Giles Chichester who visited Outset Plymouth and Finance recently.
Sir Giles visits Outset Plymouth
January 14, 2012Euro MEP Sir Giles Chichester visited Outset Plymouth this week to see for himself how the business support organisation is delivering it’s services across the city.
First aid and H&S training firm launched
January 5, 2012A HUSBAND and wife team Sharon and Phill Sanders have formed a company offering first aid, health and safety and security training following business support from Outset Plymouth.
Couple get Fireproof off to a flying start
January 3, 2012A couple who have been supported by Outset have formed a PR business and attracted 30 clients in just six months – including start-up businesses like their own.
Janner Jam’s success is music to Sarah’s ears
December 29, 2011Outset client Sarah Greep features in today’s Plymouth Herald where her new jam-making business is already starting to spread.
Lai-Yin’s business venture
December 23, 2011Outset client Lai-Yin appears in today’s Plymouth Herald who recently launched her new business venture 8, at the Wednesday Club in the Studio Lounge. Self-employed entrepreneurs network every month and exhibit their services, give presentations, and swap business cards. The showcase is FREE, and to book your place click on our events page for the last Wednesday of every month.
End of year networking draws festive support
December 15, 2011Over 50 people attended the last Wednesday Club showcase of 2011. The Leader of Plymouth City Council, Vivien Pengelly was the special guest of honour.
Festive networking event offers chance for free airtime!
December 9, 2011START-UP organisation Outset Plymouth is holding a festive networking event to celebrate the more than 70 businesses that have been created in the city in the past 18 months.
Networking club sees launch of three firms
December 2, 2011Three Outset clients launched at the Wednesday Club earlier this week and appeared in today’s Herald.
From making glass to cleaning windows
November 29, 2011Outset client Anthony Delafield has gone from making glass to washing it after setting up his own window cleaning business.
Wednesday Club goes Studio Lounge
November 22, 2011This month’s Wednesday Club event will be at the Studio Lounge, 9 Millbay Road, Plymouth, (Near the Duke of Cornwall Hotel) on the 30th November, at 2pm until 4pm.
Linda Hobbs Woman of the week
November 21, 2011Linda Hobbs is Plymouth Enterprising Woman of the Week in a special feature on the EW website. Plymouth Training and Consultancy focuses upon providing quality training and specialised consultancy for the children, young people and family workforce. For more details contact: www.enterprising-women.org
Event proves just the Biz
ABOUT 1,000 people attended a huge event promoting self-employment and the support available for entrepreneurs in Plymouth.
Start-ups get £300k of help
November 16, 2011Outset Finance which helps new Plymouth businesses get started has helped secure £300,000 of funding for new, and existing businesses across the city.
