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Hundreds of businesses in the construction industry attended an event at Llanelli’s Parc Y Scarlets to find out about the major opportunities available to them. More than 300 delegates from across the region went along to find out more about various forthcoming projects that they could be a part of. More than £132 million worth of projects have been awarded amongst the 23 contractors on the Framework since February 2016, with a further £188 million worth of projects in the pipeline. The Contractors Framework is used for the delivery of construction and associated services across the Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion, Swansea and Neath Port Talbot council areas. Carmarthenshire County Council leads the Framework on behalf of the partner authorities. The event brought the Framework contractors, potential sub-contractors and supporting organisations together, allowing them to network and discuss future business opportunities. The morning session showcased a variety of trade exh...

The first networking event of 2015 for the Llanelli Rugby Business Network will be held at Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli, on Tuesday, January 13. Leighton Davies, of the LRBN, said:"After a successful years networking in 2014 you are invited to join us for our first networking event of 2015. "The aim of the Llanelli Rugby Business Network is to promote and enhance business in Wales, particularly within the local area. "During our meetings all attendees will be provided with the opportunity of introducing their business, the services they provide and the type of leads and introductions they are seeking, plus there will be ample opportunity for informal open networking in a friendly, informal and welcoming environment. "There will be a joint presenters on the evening as Kevin Gould and his colleague Dave Thomas of Call of the Wild take centre stage. "Their theme will be “I’ve got a terrible memory” the focus of which will be on effective networking. "Call of the...

Latest news from the Introbiz business networking team . . . 2012 was an amazing year for Introbiz signing more than 100 new companies in the network, making lots of new contacts, referral partners ,new associates and supporting and building relationships with our members and helping them grow. JANUARY MEETINGS Thursday 10th at The Chapel, Churchill Way in Cardiff, the fabulous £2million restaurant that opened in November. 4pm - 6pm members ONLY £10 visitors ONLY £15 Thursday 17th Pier 64 Penarth Marina, 4pm - 6pm members ONLY £10 visitors ONLY £15 Saturday 19th St Mary s Church, Burry Port, West Wales. 9am - 5pm, £20 per person Kevin Green's VIP Networking Day. Come and meet Kevin Green, Channel 4 s "Secret Millionaire" one of the UK s top entrepreneur s and network with more than 100 aspirational business owners and entrepreneurs around the UK at this prestigious event hosted by Introbiz. If you want to attend this ONE OFF ONLY VIP event, please contact us asap as...

  Businesses are invited by Dewis Menter in conjunction with CBSA's eBusiness Club to a free business networking and website event entitled: The Keys to Website Success Date: Wednesday 23rd May Time: 5:30pm Location: Llety Cynin, Llangynin Road, St Clears, Carmarthenshire SA33 4JR Buffet Reception Dewis Menter aims to encourage enterprise and business development for individuals and businesses throughout rural Carmarthenshire. CBSA is the Chamber for Business and Social Action (Wales Why you should be there: The development of a website is more than just the content. How you engage the users of your website can make a big difference in the conversion rate from visitors into customers; In his presentation Nigel T Packer, eBusiness consultant, will share insights and strategies in his development of a website that will effectively build your online business. Spaces are limited! To confirm your attendance, please email: dewismenter@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or phon...

  The legal eagles at Redkite held a special networking event to celebrate beating off stiff competition to win the right to represent the new legal super brand called QualitySolicitors in Camarthenshire and Pembrokeshire. Guests at the function at the Ivy Bush Royal Hotel in Carmarthen included Carmarthen rugby hero Ken Owens, a member of the Welsh Grand Slam squad. “We wanted to do something special to mark our new branding as QualitySolicitors Redkite,” said Managing Partner Luke Smith. “It was great to see so many representatives of Carmarthenshire businesses at the event. Yes, we have rebranded, but we remain local solicitors you can talk to, right on your patch in Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire. “Our very strong identity, with staff who care passionately about the community and the people of West Wales, stays very firmly in place. “The new branding will give us benefits throughout the region by being part of the biggest new brand in the legal market in the UK.” Quali...

The legal eagles at Redkite are planning a special networking event to celebrate beating off stiff competition to win the right to represent the new legal super brand called QualitySolicitors in Pembrokeshire. Redkite has now been rebranded as QualitySolicitors Redkite, but it’s very much business as usual for customers old and new. The company will be staging a celebration networking event at The Bridge Innovation Centre (BIC) in Pembroke Dock on May 23 (4-6pm). Anyone interested in attending can contact Bethan Hooper at QualitySolicitors Redkite, telephone 01646 683 222.

The legal eagles at Redkite are planning two special networking events to celebrate beating off stiff competition to win the right to represent the new legal super brand called QualitySolicitors in Camarthenshire and Pembrokeshire. Redkite has now been rebranded as QualitySolicitors Redkite, but it’s very much business as usual for customers old and new. The company will be staging two celebration networking events in May – The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel in Carmarthen will be the venue on May 15. The Bridge Innovation Centre (BIC) in Pembroke Dock hosts the event on May 23. Both events are 4 – 6pm and invitations are being sent out to customers old and new. “We wanted to do something special to mark our new branding as QualitySolicitors Redkite,” said Managing Partner Luke Smith. “It will be drinks and canapés and plenty of opportunity for networking. Further details of the events will be released later.” Anyone interested in attending can contact Bethan Hooper at QualitySolicitor...

Melin Consultants, the fast-growing South Wales firm of environment and sustainability experts, will be in the spotlight at a top construction industry networking event on Thursday (February 23). The Llanelli-based company will be the ‘showcase’ business at The Last Thursday club meeting at the Novotel Hotel in Cardiff (12.30pm). “The Last Thursday Club is always a very popular networking event for the construction industry and regular pulls in crowds of 100-plus,” said Leanne Maunder, the administrator for the club. “We get businesses attending from all over South Wales and some from over the border in Bristol so it is always a very worthwhile get-together for all concerned. “We are always keen to welcome new members, particularly those from West Wales.” The networking club meets on the last Thursday of every month, except for July, August and December. Melin director Jamie Best said he was looking forward to the networking meeting. He said: “We offer specialist technical services w...