Meeting Details:
Where?
Calleva Business Park
Stag Geological Services Ltd
3 Fortuna Court
Calleva Park
Aldermaston
RG7 8UB
When?
Usually on the last Tuesday of every month (except dates close to public holidays – see future meeting dates below for full details).
Meeting Format
- Coffee and registration at 7.30am.
- Informal networking, closely followed by light breakfast.
- Formal introductions.
- Guest speaker or boardroom discussions.
- Informal networking.
- Meeting closes between 9 – 9.15am.
NEXT MEETING – BOOK HERE
31st March 2020 – CANCELLED IN THE INTERESTS OF SAFEGUARDING VISITORS DURING THE CORONVIRUS OUTBREAK
Following the first Budget of the recently elected government and their first post the Brexit deadline as well as against the backdrop of the Coronovirus crisis, our Chair, Chris Mison from Prosperity Financial Services, will talk us through the main points raised in the Budget.
28th April 2020 – TBC
AGM – Members Only –
PREVIOUS MEETINGS
25th February 2020
Dementia doesn’t just effect the elderly – in fact in the UK, there are 42,000 people under the age of 65 living with dementia. It is expected that over time, 1 in 5 people will develop dementia.
Understanding a bit about dementia and how we deal with people with dementia in society at large will make a huge difference to those living with the dementia.
Kevin Smith, MD of care organisation, Right At Home, is a Dementia Friend Champion (authorised by the Alzheimer’s Society) and will give a short talk providing a very interesting insight into the disease.
28th January 2020
Kick start 2020 by making some new local business connections at the Calleva Business Club.
This month, we will be setting our agenda for the coming year, inviting attendees to say what they’d like to get out of the club and the type of guest speakers they would be interested in hearing from.
December 17th 2019
Last months meeting generated a livley debate about the uncertainties of the general election. One thing that is for sure – by the time of our next meeting, it will all be over!!
So, why not join us at our last meeting of the year for a “Reflection on the Election”. Come and participate in the debate!
Plus, as is traditonal, our Christmas meeting incudes a topical and business quiz, just to test how observant we’ve all been over the last year!
November 26th 2019
In light of the December election and the postponed budget, our Chair Mison from Prosperity Financial Services, will be talking to us about associated topical issues that may affect businesses.
October 29th 2019
With Brexit possibly around the corner – (deal or no deal !!) and a budget looming, whats on your mind with regards to the future of your business?
Join us for our next meeting when we will be holding one of our Boardroom Style sessions. Come and share your views and concerns, with people from your neighbouring business community, in and around the Calleva Park and the wider geographic area.
September 24th 2019
Join us for our first club meeting after the summer break, which will be held at our new meeting location right on the Calleva Park, Aldermaston.
This month our guest speaker is Katie Aldridge from the HR Dept.
Whether it be liaising with customers, suppliers, or employees, influencing others is a significant part of running a successful business. Katie will share how to match your style to the situation to enable clear and effective communication.
July 25th 2019
Join us for our last cub meeting before the summer break. Come along on to network and listen to our guest speaker, Ralph Steen from Stag Geological.
We all take the ready supply of utilities for granted, but Ralph will provide a quick overview as to where the oil in your tank and the gas which heats your house come from. We will take a look at some real rocks from the North Sea and elsewhere and an introduction to the latest techniques and the engineering, which allows for the production from rocks which have been overlooked in the past.
With much talk in the news and across industry about of the future of energy supply, this will be a fascinating insight and talk from an international organsation based right here in the heart of Calleva Business Park.
June 25th 2019
- harnessing talent and developing the skills required
- safeguarding or expanding supply chains
- finding new customers to replace losses
- building brand awareness across new markets
- driving efficiencies and cutting costs to stay competitive
28th May 2019
30th April 2019
AGM – Members Only
26th March 2019
26th February 2019
We periodically dedicate our monthly meeting to an open, round table board room discussion. We give members and visitors the opportunity to share a business topic or challenge, that they would like some help or advice on. A valuable session for SME business owners or leaders.
29th January 2019
Our guest speaker Katie Aldridge of the HR department, will be telling us about the governments proposed changes to worker status, which they communicated in December 2018, following the publication of the Taylor Report in 2017. This talk will be beneficial to both sole traders and employers as the reforms are likely to impact on businesses owners who engage contractors to fulfill tasks on a temporary basis.
18th December 2018
Our last Club meeting of 2018!
Review of business and personal successes during 2017 and a light hearted discussion around ideas and plans for 2019 and our fun Christmas Quiz!
27th November 2018
This month our guest speaker will be our club member Robert Forsyth from local estate agents Belvoir, who will be speaking be about the changes in the housing market they have seen over the last few years. Specifically he’ll be talking about the explosion of online agency and how this has affected the market. If you are thinking of moving, come to our next meeting and learn about the pro’s and cons from both the buyer and vendor perspective.
30th October 2018
Chris Mison from Prosperity Financial Services, will talk us through the main points raised in the Budget.
Find out how they affect individuals and people running small businesses.
25th September 2018
Do you need some help setting or considering some business objectives? Whether its getting a third party perspective, the benefit of someone else’s experience or just the chance to chat an idea through, then why not join us for our next club meeting.
No August Meeting – Summer Break
31st July 2018
We periodically dedicate our monthly meeting to an open, round table board room discussion. We give members and visitors the opportunity to share a business topic or challenge, that they would like some help or advice on. A valuable session for SME business owners or leaders.
26th June 2018
Katie Aldridge of the HR Department: with Brexit looming ever closer and the potential impact that could have on recruiting and retaining high quality employees, Katie will be talking to us about employer branding and how to utilise it to greatest effect.
22nd May 2018
Anna Illingworth from Rowberry Morris Solicitors will be talking to us about the important legal aspects of the new GDPR legislation.
24th April 2018
AGM – Members Only -TBC
27th March 2018
As well as networking, this month our member David Edmonds from Edmonds Accountancy Limited, will providing an insight into his business and passing on some tips.
27th Feb 2018
As well as networking, this month our newest member Andy Cecil from The Alternative Board, will providing an insight into his business and how it could benefit SME businesses …
“I believe that every business owner should expect their business to deliver the life they deserve! The TAB experience offers just that using the perspective of our peers, the accountability they provide and a beating drum in the business aimed at achieving significant business goals.”
30th January 2018
Here at the Calleva Business Club, we periodically dedicate our monthly meeting to an open, round table board room discussion. We give members and visitors the opportunity to share a business topic or challenge, that they would like some help or advice on.
Our January meeting is one such opportunity. So why not kick start your new year and join us to discover the range of expertise on hand and meet the subject matter experts in our club.
19th December 2017
Our last Club meeting of 2017!
Review of business and personal successes during 2017 and a light hearted discussion around ideas and plans for 2018 and our fun Christmas Quiz!
28th November 2017
Join us this month when Anna Illingworth from Rowberry Morris Solicitors, will be providing an insightful update with regards to Employment law and use of social media in the workplace.
31st October 2017
26th September 2017
Here at the Calleva Business Club, we periodically dedicate our monthly meeting to an open, round table board room discussion. We give members and visitors the opportunity to share a business topic or challenge, that they would like some help or advice on.
Our September meeting is one such opportunity. So why not join us to discover the range of expertise on hand and meet the subject matter experts in our club.
August 2017 – no meeting- summer break
25th July 2017
Did you know that: all organisations need to become compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) by 25 May 2018? At our next July meeting you can find out what and how it will affect you and your business from Dawn Ray Consulting.
27th June 2017
Not one but two guest speakers! Enjoy 2 short, but very useful, 10 minute presentations from:
Katie Aldridge of the HR Department, will be talking about ‘worker status’, and why it is important if you have suppliers or employees.
PLUS
Peter Cooke of Dudleigh Films, will be giving a presentation about the value of Talking Heads videos to your business.
23rd May 2017
Boardroom discussion:
Our meeting will provide a forum for one or two businesses to openly discuss an issue for which, they would welcome the input and ideas of our members and guests.
25th April 2017
AGM – Members Only -TBC
28th March 2017
28th February 2017
A 10 minute presentation from each 2 of our newest members:
Kevin Smith, Right at Home
Katie Aldridge, HR Dept Newbury
31st January 2017
Boardroom discussion:
Our meeting will provide a forum for one or two businesses to openly discuss an issue for which, they would welcome the input and ideas of our members and guests.
20th December 2016
Join us for our last Club meeting of 2016 and our annual Christmas business quiz!
13th December 2016
Club Members Christmas Lunch
29th November 2016
Chris Mison from Prosperity Financial Services, will talk us through the Government Autumn Statement.
On November 23rd Philip Hammond the new Chancellor of the Exchequer, will be delivering his first Autumn Statement. Come along to our next club meeting to understand the key points and what they mean to you and your business.
As well as deciphering the content of the Autumn Statement, our Club Chair Chris Mison, from Prosperity Financial Services, will be on hand to answer any resultant questions you may have.
25th October 2016
Trick or Treat?!
Our regular visitors and members consider attending our meetings a treat – enjoying the break from the toil and trouble of work and taking the opportunity to share ideas and get support or advice from like minded people.
This month in addition to networking, we will be undertaking a “boardroom style” discussion, to debate any particular business challenges that people may want to share.
7th September 2016
Anna Illingworth from Rowberry Morris Solicitors will be talking to us about managing staff morale and engaging employees.
No August Meeting – Summer Break
26th July 2016
Boardroom discussion:
Our meeting will provide a forum for one or two businesses to openly discuss an issue for which, they would welcome the input and ideas of our members and guests.
28th June 2016
Our mid summer meeting will see a change of meeting time to 4 – 6pm.
Join us on the terrace of the Bishopswood Clubhouse for what will hopefully be a sunny afternoon and early evening, to mix with local business and trades people at this open networking session.
24th May 2016
Boardroom discussion:
Our meeting will provide a forum for one or two businesses to openly discuss an issue for which, they would welcome the input and ideas of our members and guests.
26th April 2016
Club AGM
Meeting open to members only.
22nd March 2016
Chris Mison from Prosperity Financial Services, will talk us through the main points raised in the Budget.
Find out how they affect individuals and people running small businesses.
23rd February 2016
Open to members only.
26th January 2016
This month Nicki Lee will be talking to us about stress.
Discover, the Causes, the effects on you and what you can do about it.
15th December 2015
Join us for an informal pre Christmas networking meeting.
If you’ve got a business challenge our informal and relaxed regular meeting enables you to benefit from the advice, experience or ideas, of our members and other local business people.
24th November 2015
Do you know your core personality style? Do you know your client’s personality style? Do you know how to deal with them?
Join us at our next meeting on 24th November when Chris Mison will help us to find out the answers!
27th October 2015
This month, our “virtual” guest speaker is Nikki Wild (business coach at Wild Empowerment Ltd).
Is it true that you’d like your business to make a profit?
Is it also true that most businesses don’t know that there are actually three types of budget – and that only one of them is financial?
In this short webinar talk, Nikki will take you through the three budgets that are contributing to the profit in your business and why keeping the profit positive is all in the mind.
29th Sept 2015
This month, our guest speaker is Tracey Hammond from TJSafety.
No August Meeting – Summer Break
28th July 2015
This month, our guest speaker is Jo Marshall from Frankie & Ruby.
Jo will show us the effect colour can have on our appearance, providing a fascinating and fun experience, that will prove useful in both professional and personal lives. Join us to find out more.
30th June 2015
This month our guest speaker is Chris Mison from Prosperity Financial Services.
Following on from last months guest speaker, Chris will be discussing: “How to protect you, your family and your business”.
26th May 2015
This month, our guest speaker is Anna Illingworth from Rowberry Morris Solicitors.
Anna will be talking to the group about “What will happen to your assets including your business, when you are gone?”
28th April 2015
This month, as our guest speaker, Chris Seaton from the FSB.
Chris will be leading an interactive discussion with the group about how the FSB choose the subjects for their lobbing activities. This should prove an interesting debate in the lead up to the General Election.
24th March 2015
This month, graphic designer Margaret Macknelly, will be our guest speaker.
Margaret will be testing us on our knowledge of logos and explaining the importance of having a strong one in business.
24th February 2015
This month, Sandy Cockerell from Utility Warehouse is our guest speaker.
Come and play Utility Bingo with Sandy and learn all about the benefits of the Utility Warehouse Club.
27th January 2015
Club AGM
Meeting open to members only.
25th November 2014
Our guest speaker will be Mike Peates, Director / Founder of “owowchocolates”
Mike will be talking to the group about how they have used Social Media to build a growing client base for their products, which are fast becoming a sought after marketing aid.
16th December 2014
Our guest speaker will be Mike Tempest from local micro brewery Wild Weather Ales
With Christmas fast approaching, our last club meeting of the year will be held a little earlier than normal, on Tuesday December 16th, when we will be having beer for breakfast!
You too can sample some of the products and learn what makes “Howlin Gale” different to “Little Wind” !!!!
