 
"None of us is as smart as all of us"
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Alison Gittins, DBG &
Kay Carrick, St Cuthbert's Hospice
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Spring has sprung and our members are certainly springing into action judging by the number of events below.
Our host for Valentine's night was the beautiful Manor House Sedgefield where we enjoyed business matchmaking followed by wine tasting.
We were honoured to become the first member of
St Cuthbert's Hospice 88 Club
at Tuesday's DBC event and urge other businesses to get involved. For us, it's time to 'put our money where our mouth is', albeit a small annual amount to help the hospice continue to provide the highest standard of care. The range of benefits for Durham Business Group is also a very welcome bonus that we intend to fully utilise, and is typical of St Cuthbert's 'give and take approach.'
Lynn Hughes of Durham Family Chiropractic shared an update on her and brave hubby David's dancing training ahead of Saturday's Strictly Grand Finale, more below.
You may know I'm also challenging myself in April, taking part in the CEO Sleepout at Durham Cathedral and hope some of you might join in this great cause!
Happy Networking!
Alison Gittins
CEO, Durham Business Club
Tel. 0191 3755700 / 07495 395593
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DBC Breakfast, Seaton Lane Inn
Thursday 30 March 2017, 8 am - 10 am
Rise
 and shine with a morning of networking at
Seaton Lane Inn
. Nestled in the peaceful village of Seaton, just off the A19, The Seaton Lane Inn is a traditional country pub serving quality local food all day, every day and also offers accommodation in the shape of 18 beautifully decorated en-suite bedrooms.
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Tuesday 11 April 2017, 6 pm - 9 pm
Join us for a long overdue visit to beautiful Redworth Hall Hotel.
Now part of The Cairn Group, we look forward to hearing about the exciting changes.
The event will take place in the magnificent Great Hall with our usual mix of informal networking, presentations and ending in a light buffet.
Events are free to DBC Members, your colleagues & guests
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)
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I'm honoured to be representing Durham Business Group taking part in the first CEO Sleepout to take place in the cloister of the magnificent Durham Cathedral, hoping to raise as much money as I can to support Durham's most needy.
This experience of course is only one night and in no way compares to the difficulties the homeless have to face each day - but it's a challenge I can do and I hope it will raise awareness and make some difference to those less fortunate.
Why not
join me
or please sponsor me via the link below. Thanks so much to all of you who have donated, it
is greatly appreciated and I'm blessed to have your support
♥
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Shimmer & Sparkle on Saturday
for Strictly St Cuthbert's!
Another member up for a challenge is Lynn Hughes of Durham Family Chiropractic, not only are Lynn and her colleagues joining the CEO Sleepout but she
and her brave hubby David are taking on the Strictly St Cuthbert's challenge! Having had first hand experience of the 24 hour support offered by the hospice Lynn said "Everyone involved works with passion and dedication and we need to ensure this service remains available for all that need it. So we decided to give it a whirl and a twirl!"
They are one of nine amazing couples who have put on their dancing shoes for eight weeks of training before the grand final at Rainton Meadows Arena on Saturday 18th March. We're so proud of Lynn & David and know they and St Cuthbert's Hospice are so grateful for your support, why not go and cheer them on and enjoy a night of fun, frolics and fancy footwork.
Thanks to everyone who kindly donated to the bucket at Tuesday's DBC event, adding £67 to their total but if you missed it, it's not too late to support their amazing efforts..
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The Return of the Tales from Fry! 
"Where We Reduce Costs and We Protect Lives"
'Fry' has been the adopted 'mascot' of DBC Member Mike McCoy's business ME PAT Services for many years, gracing their business cards, leaflets, desk calendars, banners and the side of their van.
Mike and the team bought
the artwork some time ago and never looked back in that it has done so much, not only for their business, but has taken the edge off an often boring health and safety led subject that no one wants to talk about. The artwork has not only increased awareness but has helped generate a very memorable and reputable business.
Fry, along with Mike, will be making his first appearance on screen in a series of videos giving advice on electrical safety, the first titled 'Preventing electrical injury through simple safety checks around the workplace'. Mike and the team will be producing more helpful videos throughout 2017 with the aid of Steven and Roni, two lovely people at Blue Bandit Media
www.bluebanditmedia.com
View the video here
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Charities Boost Security Company Vinovium Associates
DBC Members Vinovium Associates are now expanding their workforce
 after being hired by both Auckland Castle Trust and its sister charity, Eleven Arches.
Vinovium Associates, based at South Church Enterprise Park, have created jobs for 10 local people who were previously unemployed, as a direct result of landing the contracts, which are the biggest in the firm's 19 year history.
The new full-time posts, which include guarding
Auckland Castle and the site of the open-air live show
'Kynren - an epic tale of England', have been awarded to SIA trained candidates from Bishop Auckland, Shildon and Willington, with the possibility of more jobs being created soon.
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Manor House Marks Second Birthday with a Full House
Many of us enjoyed Valentine's evening as The Manor House hosted the recent DBC event and we saw how the historic building has transformed into a thriving business centre. It has marked its second birthday by welcoming two new tenants and reaching full capacity. Julie Twist Counselling and Andrea Irving-Morse Associates Ltd have moved into the Manor House in the centre of Sedgefield, bringing the total number of companies based in the building up to 13, occupying 6,000 sq ft of office space in the 18th Century building.
Read More
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North East Punching Above its Weight for Start-up Investment
The North East of England was one of the top regions in Europe for start-up investment in 2016, according to data from research analysts Pitchbook.
In its 2016 Annual Global League Table, Pitchbook identified North East-based
Northstar
Ventures as the second most active venture capital (VC) investor in UK and Ireland, second only to Enterprise Ireland. The report also ranks Northstar as the 6
th most active investor in Europe, ahead of international VCs like Index Ventures and Seedcamp. In 2016, all investments made by the team at Northstar were into North East businesses.
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The Garter Suite at Lumley Castle is the venue for this year's Charity Ball. Arriving at 7pm you'll enjoy a sumptuous three-course meal, have the opportunity to participate in our Auction (including signed football shirts and an air flight) and dance the night away to the Pretty Weeds. Tickets are £45 and available from henrydancerdays@aol.com.
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MARVELLOUS MARCH OFFER!
Durham Office Services
are offering 10% off Room Hire if you book before 31st March 2017
Hourly slots and half/ full day bookings are available between the hours of 8.30am - 5.00pm
*Offer is for room hire only and excludes catering, tea coffee and equipment (available at cost)
Give us a call on 0191 375 5700 or email rachel@durhamofficeservices.co.uk
Portland House, Belmont Business Park, Durham, DH1 1TW
If you're a DBC member enjoying 10% discount, add to this offer for
20%!!!
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More fantastic new members last month!
*Hello* until we officially welcome you at a future club meeting.
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Our next Meet & Greet Event
will be held at Portland House on Friday 24th March from 9am - 11am where we
will welcome new Members of Durham Business Club & Clients of Durham Office Services. 
If you're an existing club member/client and would like a refresher over coffee, cake and a little networking, why not come along?
Email alison@durhambusinessclub.co.uk to register your attendance.
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FREE EVENT: DOING BUSINESS IN THE USA
St James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
20th March 2017, 8.30am - 2pm
Are you interested in doing business in the USA?
Come along to this free event to find out more about the practicalities of setting up business in North America and how you can mitigate potential risks when expanding into the USA.
Understand the help available from the Department for International Trade and hear first-hand from AVITUS Group about their affordable business support and professional services to help you plan your entry to the US, establish your business and operate successfully. 
This event will help you gain a better understanding on how to expand your business in the USA. There will also be an opportunity to network with key partners and other businesses also looking at opportunities in this region.
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As employers, you will be aware of the penalties for not meeting first aid at work regulations and Breaching the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981.
You are responsible for making sure that your employees receive immediate attention if they are taken ill or are injured at work. Accidents and illness can happen at any time and first aid can save lives and prevent minor injuries from becoming major ones.
Amber First Aid is here to support you and your staff with any First Aid emergencies. All First Aid courses are HABC approved and are bespoke to your workplace with minimal disruption.
The
next course
is at Durham Business Group, Portland House, Belmont Durham and will be held on
27th March 2017
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If you would like to book yourself or your employees onto this course please contact:
firstaid@ambernortheast.co.uk
or call 0191 691 1264.
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FREE FUNDING SEMINAR
Ramside Hall Hotel, Durham
Tuesday 4th April 2017, 8am - 10am
Business Durham have joined forces with Tait Walker and Swinburne Maddison LLP to deliver a funding session aimed at helping Durham business to grow.
The Seminar will be packed with tips and insight that will help you to generate the cash you need to expand. Topics covered by our speakers will include:
- The types of funding available to you, including Jeremie 2
- What a funder will want to know
- The impact of Brexit on fundraising
- The legal process around receiving investment
- What legal housekeeping will be required
The event is FREE to attend and includes a full English breakfast buffet.
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