Archive for the ‘Start Ups’ category

Minister Impressed and Encouraged by Kent Science Park

Thames Gateway Minister Bob Neill said he was impressed and encouraged by Kent Science Park’s recession-defying business growth during a visit to the specialist Sittingbourne site. Kent Science Park (KSP) bosses told the Conservative MP for Bromley and Chislehurst how the Park’s 61 business now collectively employ more than 1,300 people – up from just [...]

Sage Provides Free, Simple Record Keeping iPhone App To Keep Control Of Business Cash Transactions

Sage UK, the leading business software and services provider, today unveiled Sage Record Keeper, a free iPhone mobile app for busy self employed people, sole traders and sub-contractors to keep simple cash records on the go. Sage has developed the app, working closely with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) in support of their national campaign [...]

South East Business To Business Show: 18th May (Video Update)

The South East Business Show is a professional event to provide a dynamic platform for businesses to network, make new contacts, share knowledge and learn. All businesses across the whole of the South East and further afield are welcome and the organisers encourage this to enable cross-regional networking and wider business opportunities for all. Venue: [...]

LaunchPad at Kent Science Park (watch our video report)

A new innovative project has launched at Kent Science Park to help Start-Ups in Kent. Watch our film to find out how LaunchPad can help you. For further information, visit www.kentsciencepark.co.uk

BBC Dragon to give FREE advice to start up businesses in Kent

Entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in Kent with more and more people choosing to set up their own business. Visitors to Kent and Medway B2B on Tuesday 3 July 2012 at the Ashford International Hotel, will not only benefit from the experience of some of the county’s leading entrepreneurs but will also have the [...]

HMRC’s Tax Campaign Offers E-Traders ‘Fresh Start’, says DSH

HM Revenue & Customs has launched an online auction e-marketplace tax campaign in a bid to raise extra revenue. The clampdown will target those who sell goods and services online via third-party sites such as eBay, AdTrader and Preloved, but are currently not paying the right amount of tax. Glen Thomas, Tax Partner at DSH [...]

Exciting new opportunities for local parents and businesses across Kent

Freelance Parents Network, a portal to connect freelancers with those wishing to hire them has just been launched. It aims to connect parents looking for freelance work with opportunities across the County. There are many parents who are taking time off from their careers to look after children but who would love to carry on [...]

Businesses Should Digest New Food Legislation, Says Vertex Law

New EU labelling legislation will give retailers food for thought, according to Kings Hill-based Vertex Law. The Food Information to Consumers Regulations simplify and consolidate existing UK food labelling laws. However a number of new ingredients have been added to the regulatory recipe. Article 14 of the Regulations will force those involved in distance selling [...]

Succeeding In The New Internet Revolution By Business By Steve Nicholls Is Out Now

Social Media In Business, Succeeding In The New Internet Revolution By Business Author Steve Nicholls Is Out Now (Publisher: Bookinars) Business author Steve Nicholls has announced the publication of his first book, Social Media in Business, Succeeding in the New Internet Revolution. Published by Bookinars, the title provides a unique overview of the opportunities social [...]

Free SEO and Social Media Event for all Kent Businesses

Zoodikers and MCM Net are inviting local businesses to a free seminar in Tunbridge Wells to get an exclusive insight into the Social Media strategies and SEO techniques that will get companies noticed online. If you’ve ever wondered how Social Media and SEO can help your business, or want to build on the existing work [...]