Memorial Service
A memorial Service for our colleague John Brunt is being held on Monday 3rd September at 3pm in Llandrindod Wells, anyone wishing to attend can do so by contacting elizabeth.protheroe@powys.gov.uk
Opportunities
Economic Action Plan for Mid Wales
Businesses and community organisations are invited to complete a short online survey to feed your views into the work using the following link:
The work being undertaken aims to set out a clear vision and direction for the regional economy and the action plan will look to develop a programme of strategic projects and investments that will help transform the Mid Wales economy and support growth over the next 15 years. It is anticipated that these interventions will be delivered through a range of funding sources including the potential Growth Deal for Mid Wales.
The Growing Mid Wales Partnership has commissioned consultants to help develop an economic action plan for Mid Wales. Mid Wales businesses and organisations are being encouraged to provide their views on the future of the region’s economy and what can be done to boost growth.
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/6NTG8Z7
Events
HR Update - How does employee performance impact your business?
11th September, Newtown
9.30am - 11.30am
Join us for this HR Update looking at how employee performance impacts your business. We will highlight the impact that employee performance can have on your business, offering practical advice on current employment legislation and best management practice.
Areas to be covered include:
· What does great performance look like?
· The essentials of why people perform
· How to maximise employee performance : top tips
· How to manage underperformance and capability
· An effective disciplinary and capability process
· Exiting poor performance from your business
This is a free event but booking is essential and you can book online here
Mid Wales Business Networking
20th September, Welshpool
4pm - 6pm
For this meeting we will be joined by two successful local businesses who will provide us with their stories. Compact Orbital Gears, suppliers of bespoke high speed aerospace and motorsport gearbox and test rig applications who have been located in Rhayader for over 40 years will be looking at the challenges and benefits of working for an SME, and Charlies Stores, one of the largest independent retailers in Wales, who have been operating for nearly 30 years will look at the changing face of retail and their move into e-commerce.
Further information and booking can be found at
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mid-wales-business-networking-tickets-48801785454?aff=eac2
Enabling greater levels of business innovation
6th September, Chepstow
This free event will showcase how the high-value manufacturing sector in Wales can collaborate with the academia partnership ASTUTE 2020, to increase competitiveness and facilitate the adoption of advanced technologies.
EEF - will highlight one aspect of the Industrial Strategy grand challenges to put Wales at the forefront of the industries of the future.
Understand how ASTUTE 2020 can support manufacturing companies through Industry demand-led collaborations to de-risk new technologies.
Further information and booking can be found on the link below.
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Forthcoming Events
Charity Golf Afternoon, 13th July, Newtown This year the Charity Golf Day will be held at St Giles Golf Club, Newtown. This will be a fun afternoon with teams being made up of 2 golfers and 2 non golfers. You can enter a team of 4 or we can make up teams on the day.Further information and to book please click here
Save the date
20th September 2018 - Mid Wales Business Networking Meeting, Welshpool.
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Training
Accredited FAA Level 2 in Fire Safety (Regulated Qualification Framework) Award - 17th July 2018
The qualification is suitable to undertake fire safety requirements and will provide learners with the knowledge to carry out designated duties as a Fire Warden/Marshall. The qualification will also increase fire safety awareness for all employees.
The qualification covers fire hazards, risk assessment, control of fire in the workplace and duties of both employers and employees.
For further information or to book please click here.
Other Courses
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