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about us
Welcome to The Colony Networking Group of South Warrington. The group has been set up by three local business women, Kirsty James, Sharon Charteress and Stephanie Jones. The Colony Networking Group is not-for-profit organisation and has been established in order to promote local businesses within the South Warrington community. The events that they deliver range in format to keep the process fresh and inspiring.
The Colony Networking Group welcomes all business types and sizes based or trading in the South Warrington region. Attendees can enjoy benefits including:
- useful business advice, hints and tips from guest speakers, professionals and specialists
- new business leads and sales
- a suitable platform in which to promote your business
- a support network for busy business people
- the distribution of your discounts, offers to the group
About The Colony Networking Group founders
Sharon Charteress and Stephanie Jones run Mood Design Solutions, a Lymm based creative graphic design and marketing agency working for a wide range of industries across the region. www.mood-design.co.uk
- Logos and branding
- Graphic design and artwork production
- Website design and build
- Social media campaigns and training
- Marketing and PR support
- Print management
Kirsty James runs KJ Business Solutions which provides efficient back-office support to small businesses, both start ups and established, and offers bookkeeping, financial & admin systems development, training & staff.
- Office systems health checks
- Office best practice & policy implementation
- Branded accountancy resources in Sage/Excel
- Sage Instant & 50 set ups
- Financial Reporting
- Training & tutoring on Sage and MSOffice products
- Pay-as-you-go bookkeepers, admin support & finance professionals
Testimonials for Colony Networking
''The Colony Networking Group was the first networking group I ever attended. It was such positive experience I now regularly attend. I love the relaxed atmosphere with the chance to meet new contacts and catch up with old ones.''
Thérèse @ Rainbow Wrappers
''Colony Networking is possibly the best networking group I have attended. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, communication prior to and post event is excellent. Not only is the group a worthwhile and highly recommended group to attend, the support you receive in between events is second to none..''
David Collins MD @ Collins Consult
www.collins-consult.com
''A fantastic group of ladies who organise first rate networking events. Colony Networking is very relaxed and informal yet attracts a broad range of business people.''
Fergus @ Jagseven Web Design
Drop In Sessions
The drop-in sessions for 2011 run from 9.30am until 11.30am at The Church Green, Higher Lane, Lymm, WA13 0AP. www.thechurchgreen.co.uk
The sessions are free to attend and provide a casual environment where local business owners can comfortably discuss various business issues and share experiences.
Registration takes place until 9.45am and then continue into formal introductions - a brief introduction about your company, this will be followed by free networking. Attendee's are encouraged to turn-up as and when they can. Arrive early to benefit from the formal introductions.
Drinks and food can be purchased directly from The Church Green. Free car parking in available on site.
Drop In Sessons 2011
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Wednesday 29th June, 9.30am til 11.30am
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Tuesday 19th July, 9.30am til 11.30am
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August - we will take a break and see you in September
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Tuesday 20th September, 9.30am til 11.30am
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Wednesday 12th October, 9.30am til 11.30am
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Tuesday 15th November, 9.30am til 11.30am
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When I first started my business, I was looking more a network group that reflected my values and personality and the team at The Colony Networking Group deliver a first class opportunity to network in different ways. Whether it's the monthly drop in sessions which are informal, friendly and supportive or the quarterly business focused presentations, each event is a joy to attend. I have attended many Colony events since and can honestly say it's been a pleasure to watch their popularity grow to such an extent that for many local business owners, their events are amongst the first in the diaries. If you've not attended an event with Colony yet, make sure you do and soon!
The Colony is a great networking group, which I had intended going to for sometime. When I eventually did, I'm sorry I couldn't make it earlier. Very friendly & interesting group of people. Ran by professional ladies, who make everyone welcome. Kate @ Bumps & Bashes, First Aid for parents of babies & children. www.bumpsandbashes.com
The Colony Networking Group was the first networking group I ever attended. It was such positive experience I now regularly attend. I love the relaxed atmosphere with the chance to meet new contacts and catch up with old ones. Thérèse @ Rainbow Wrappers
Colony Networking is possibly the best networking group I have attended. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, communication prior to and post event is excellent. Not only is the group a worthwhile and highly recommended group to attend, the support you receive in between events is second to none. David Collins MD @ collins consult. www.collins-consult.com
Colony Networking is possibly the best networking group I have attended. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, communication prior to and post event is excellent. Not only is the group a worthwhile and highly recommended group to attend, the support you receive in between events is second to none. David Collins MD @ collins consult. www.collins-consult.com
Colony Networking is a good local group that offers support and advice to businesses across South Manchester, Warrington & Lymm. They are excellent communicators and trainers of social media. They have their finger on the 'local' pulse! Jan @ Warrington Worldwide
Colony Networking offers a variety of events, training and social & business topics for local companies in and around Lymm, Warrington and across South Manchester. Always well organsied, friendly and professional.
A fantastic group of ladies who organise first rate networking events. Colony Networking is very relaxed and informal yet attracts a broad range of business people. Fergus @ Jagseven
Colony Networking Group in Lymm, Warrington is a very friendly, helpful and supportive group. Definately recommended. Sophie - Sophie's Kitchen, Lymm
The Colony Networking Group of Lymm is an excellent local network group. Highly recommended. Lindsay @ Lymm Family Law
Colony Networking in Lymm is essential for generating business leads in an ever competitive marketplace. A very good local networking group. Andrew Ryan @ Abraxas Creative Media Group