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Get Christmas all wrapped up for CRW
Get your festive gifts all wrapped up, and help a Welsh cancer charity this Christmas.
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009
Martyn Williams kicks off testimonial year
Welsh rugby legend Martyn Williams will kick off a testimonial year with a difference in January.
Monday, December 7th, 2009
Scheme wins criminal justice award
A team from Gwalia Care and Support has been celebrated at the 2009 Dyfed Powys Local Justice Awards.
Friday, November 20th, 2009
Gwalia gives green light as graduate duo appointed
Grŵp Gwalia has bucked the recruitment trend by appointing two graduates and launching an annual graduate recruitment scheme.
Friday, November 20th, 2009
Success drives holiday company to open new doors
Diamond Holidays, Wales’ premier coach holiday company has expanded to open its first premises outside of Swansea.
Friday, November 20th, 2009
New start-up scoops ultimate accolade at awards
A new company from Crumlin has received the ultimate seal of approval at the Caerphilly Business Forum Awards.
Monday, November 16th, 2009
Brewin Dolphin marks anniversary with impressive growth
Brewin Dolphin’s Swansea office has secured significant new business within two years of launching.
Thursday, November 5th, 2009
Gwalia Uni development opens doors
Grŵp Gwalia has completed work on over a 1,000 student flats at Bangor University.
Thursday, November 5th, 2009
Cooking up a storm as development gains funding
Grŵp Gwalia is to receive funding to create a pioneering project at Swansea’s old police station
Thursday, November 5th, 2009
Forum event boasts leading line up
Internationally renowned make-up artist Ariane Poole will headline Caerphilly Business Forum’s All About Eve fashion and beauty event.
Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
Finalists announced at Forum Awards
Judges have commended talented Cearphilly businesses as the finalists for the Caerphilly Business Forum Awards are announced.
Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
Jade and the media finally tie the knot
Jade Goody and the modern-day media were made for each other.
Friday, February 27th, 2009
PR agency partners Swansea Business Club
Swansea Business Club has formed a partnership with leading PR and marketing specialist Effective Communication.
Sunday, February 1st, 2009
A taste of our success
We’ve been very busy producing results for our clients … here is a taste of what we’ve achieved.
Tuesday, January 27th, 2009
Acorn appoints former Squash pro
Recruitment agency Acorn has appointed Adrian Davies to help drive the company’s expansion plans.
Tuesday, January 20th, 2009
Acorn introduces Outplacement Service
Employment agency Acorn is offering a service to help companies find jobs for employees facing redundancy.
Monday, January 19th, 2009
There’s plenty to celebrate
Effective Communication’s clients have enjoyed a fruitful last quarter of 2008. Here are some of the highlights.
Tuesday, January 13th, 2009
Pounds for pounding
To ‘celebrate’ my 40th, I’m going to attempt the 2009 London Marathon on April 26, raising money for Cancer Research Wales.
Tuesday, January 6th, 2009
New clients join Effective Communication
Effective Communication has started work with new clients covering a broad spectrum of activity.
Thursday, January 1st, 2009
Acorn introduces Outplacement Service
Employment agency Acorn is offering outplacement services to help companies minimise the impact of redundancies.
Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008
DestiNet marks 10th year with record growth
Email marketing provider DestiNet has posted 30% growth for the last three years and expects this year could be even better.
Monday, December 22nd, 2008
Marketing in demand
Effective Communication has experienced a big increase in demand for our marketing services in recent months.
Saturday, December 13th, 2008
Stills’ sets Hayes Apartments apart
An innovative marketing campaign by Stills for the Hayes Apartments in Cardiff has been shortlisted for an award.
Monday, November 24th, 2008
Comfort at your fingertips with a Multimat Cushion Pillow
As every camper knows, the ground can be an unwelcoming place to sit or sleep – unless you have a Multimat Cushion Pillow.
Monday, November 24th, 2008
Employers warned of tribunals risk
Employers are being warned after reports of dramatic increases in the number of cases being brought before Employment Tribunal.
Sunday, November 23rd, 2008
Digit launches rapid IT disaster recovery solution
Cardiff-based Digit has produced a cost-effective IT disaster recovery solution to get business up and running rapidly if their server is lost.
Saturday, November 22nd, 2008
Six-headed Hydra saver for schools
In Greek mythology it was a multi-headed monster to be feared – but the modern-day Hydra could now prove to be a major money-saving technological boon to schools, universities and other organisations across Wales.
The Hydra computer system marketed by Algebra Office Technologies allows six different users to work on one computer.
Sunday, November 16th, 2008
Crunch time
In hard times PR can give businesses a competitive edge – and protect them from any negative developments.
Wednesday, November 5th, 2008
Geesink Norba tackles new challenges
The increased focus on waste and recycling is creating opportunities for Geesink Norba which has adapted to take advantage of this.
Monday, November 3rd, 2008
Hard times require positive action
There are steps your business could take to survive and prosper in challenging times.
Tuesday, October 28th, 2008
Geesink Norba in Scotland
Changes in the waste and recycling industry are creating major opportunities for Geesink Norba in Scotland.
Tuesday, October 28th, 2008
DestiNet helps council scoop top UK award
Specialist e-mail marketing software has helped a local authority win a top award for the second successive year.
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008
Wales miss out on Victory Shield win
The Under 16 Welsh football squad has narrowly lost to Scotland in the Victory Shield.
Tuesday, October 21st, 2008
This one’s ‘All About Eve’
Caerphilly plays host to ‘All About Eve’ – the first fashion and beauty event of its kind in South Wales.
Wednesday, October 15th, 2008
Effective Communication wins IIP
Effective Communication has been awarded Investors in People (IIP) recognition.
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008
Darwin Gray solicitor gets French rugby agent’s licence
A Cardiff solicitor has become only the second non-French citizen to be awarded a French rugby agent’s licence.
Wednesday, September 24th, 2008
CNS installs ‘future-proof’ network for top independent school
Capital Network Solutions (CNS) has completed installation of a ‘future-proof’ ICT network for Taunton School in Somerset.
Sunday, September 21st, 2008
Superwoman returns, bigger and better than ever
Superwoman is back. The charity networking evening for businesswomen in South Wales returns for the fourth year in succession on October 16th.
Tuesday, September 16th, 2008
Effective Communication launches in Swansea
Effective Communication – the fastest-growing company of its kind in Wales – has launched in Swansea.
Wednesday, September 10th, 2008
Stradform wins top construction award
Stradform Ltd has won the innovation category of this year’s Constructing Excellence in Wales (CEW) Awards.
Friday, August 29th, 2008
Colleagues get teeth into charity walk
Two dental nurses from South Wales will join hundreds of walkers for one of the most colourful charity events in the country.
Friday, August 29th, 2008
Talented musician calls for funds
A top young clarinetist from the Vale of Glamorgan has spoken of the cash crisis facing the orchestra behind her success.
Thursday, August 28th, 2008
Work-life balance couldn’t be better for Llanmoor’s Lindsay
As sales negotiator Lindsay Windle celebrates her 6th year with housebuilder Llanmoor Homes, she has also notched up another milestone – the purchase of her fifth Llanmoor property!
Thursday, August 28th, 2008
Douglas Willis makes two key appointments
Two new key appointments have been made to boost business at Welsh meat supplies specialists Douglas Willis.
Thursday, August 28th, 2008
IGP stresses cervical cancer awareness
After Jade Goody revealed she has cervical cancer, Dr Joanna Longstaffe, of Cardiff’s Independent General Practice, has urged Welsh women to think about preventing the disease.
Thursday, August 28th, 2008
A bright idea from Thomas George
A new company, Thomas George Energy, has been set up to help landlords provide an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for every property they let, which becomes a legal requirement from October 1st.
Thursday, August 28th, 2008
Winds of change as Geesink Norba plots new course
The increased focus on waste and recycling is creating opportunities and Geesink Norba is taking advantage of this.
Sunday, August 24th, 2008
Wales’ richest cat scratches its way to success
Emma and Luke Pittard and their glamorously pampered puss Missy, showed players how to scratch their way to a bigger cash kitty at the launch of the new National Lottery Scratchcard, Kitty Cash.
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008
Strong business head on young shoulders
Charlotte Burles believes the best way to learn is to dive in at the deep end and, at the age of just 27, she has become the MD of leading property management company Parkmans.
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008
Algebra awarded BT partnership
Algebra Office Technologies has been awarded an exceptional partnership agreement in Wales with BT.
Friday, August 15th, 2008
Sugar sweet sisters breaking the mould with business model
Sisters Clare and Cerys Thomas have created quite a name for themselves having set up an entertainments and fashion company – Totally Candilicious.
Thursday, August 14th, 2008
Unique charity shop auction to fight cancer
A unique charity shop auction is set to be held in Cardiff this week with everything from a high-powered telescope to valuable jewellery and antiques going under the hammer.
Wednesday, August 13th, 2008
Forum plans women’s insight into marketing and branding
Caerphilly Business Forum is planning its next advice night for business women in the area – an insider’s view into the world of marketing and branding.
Tuesday, August 12th, 2008
Cardiff Blues Announce EADS as New Season Sponsor
South-Wales based aerospace and defence business EADS will be named as Cardiff Blues’ main sponsor for the new rugby season.
Monday, August 11th, 2008
Sisters marching on in memory of Blues-mad dad
Two sisters from Barry will take part in the third annual Cancer Research Wales Pink a Blue walk this September in honour of their dad who died almost a year to the day from prostate cancer.
Tuesday, August 5th, 2008
Experienced marketeers launch tailored recruitment division
A new recruitment business specialising in sales, marketing and PR positions in South Wales has been launched by Bridgend-based marketing company Grainger & Whitney.
Tuesday, August 5th, 2008
UEFA applauds Welsh football development
The Welsh Football Trust has received a huge boost from UEFA in recognition of its work to develop grassroots football across Wales.
Monday, August 4th, 2008
Family hit high notes at London Gospel visit
A musical family from Derbyshire was treated to visit to a top international Gospel Choir by the children’s charity The Joshua Foundation.
Friday, August 1st, 2008
Cardiff Blues Tag-Tastic Schools Event
More than a thousand youngsters from schools across the region took part in Cardiff Blues’ Tag Rugby extravaganza at Cardiff Arms Park.
Friday, August 1st, 2008
Website partnership to benefit Welsh football clubs
Football clubs of all sizes in Wales are set to benefit from the Welsh Football Trust’s partnership with leading football internet provider Club Website.
Friday, August 1st, 2008
New products, new team and new confidence at Geesink Norba
The increased focus on the waste and recycling industry is leading to changes in the market
Thursday, July 24th, 2008
Darwin Gray Solicitors appoints new partner
Kempton Rees has been appointed as a partner at Cardiff-based solicitors Darwin Gray LLP.
Sunday, July 13th, 2008
Multimat’s Adventure Superlite 25
Weighing just 530g, the Adventure Superlite 25 is so light and compact you’ll hardly notice you’re carrying it.
Friday, June 27th, 2008
Multimat expands into North American market
Camping mat specialist Multimat has expanded into the North American market with an exclusive distribution deal expected to be worth around $700,000.
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008
Superwomen doing it for themselves
A group of mums and toddlers at a South Wales community centre got a visit from Superwoman this month but there wasn’t a cape or mask in sight.
Tuesday, June 10th, 2008
South Wales gets a glimpse of the future
School children, business leaders and ICT advisors were given a glimpse of the future this month when an innovative roadshow came to South Wales.
Monday, June 9th, 2008
South Wales lawyer appointed Chair of Barnardo’s Cymru
Eleanor Williams, an employment lawyer and leading discrimination specialist with South Wales solicitors Darwin Gray, has been appointed as Chair of Barnardo’s Cymru.
Friday, May 30th, 2008
Stills designs health supplements comparison website
The first independent health supplements comparison website has been designed and built by top Welsh design agency Stills.
Thursday, April 24th, 2008
Precedent builds new website for children’s hospice
A new website combining a real flavour of life at a Welsh children’s hospice, with social media and digital marketing has been designed and built by Precedent Communications in its Cardiff office.
Thursday, April 24th, 2008
Employers must act to protect staff from sexual harassment
Employers could face large compensation claims if their staff are sexually harassed at work after changes to the Sex Discrimination Act came into force this week.
Thursday, April 24th, 2008
Carers rights will change the way we work and live
The wheels of justice may turn imperceptibly slowly but sometimes when they do move – just a fraction – the impact can be far reaching.
Monday, March 31st, 2008
Cheaper is not always better
Owning a franchise is a very popular way of earning a living and a common entry point for people who want to run their own business but require less risk.
Thursday, March 27th, 2008
CNS hits the road to demonstrate latest technology
School children and business leaders will get a valuable insight into the future of information and communication technology next month when an innovative roadshow comes to South Wales.
Thursday, March 6th, 2008
Moving On Up …. With Griffiths Ings
Continuing our first time buyer theme, this week we are going to look at…
Wednesday, February 20th, 2008
Leaving The NHS
Doctor Joanna Longstaffe is clinical director of the Independent General Practice…
Tuesday, February 19th, 2008
Beacons Boss Calls For SONE Standard
Having already been outspoken in his challenge of the lack of an overall official British Industry Standard…
Monday, February 18th, 2008
‘Lightest Ever’ Mattresses Added To Range
Issued on behalf of Multimat
Two new high quality self-inflating mattresses – the lightest ever made – have been added to Multimat’s Adventure range for 2008.
The Adventure Superlite 25 and its smaller cousin the Adventure Superlite Compact 25 weigh just 530g and 390g respectively, making them the world’s lightest, ultra compact self-inflating mattresses.
The Adventure range was [...]
Sunday, February 17th, 2008
Multimat Introduces new matresses
Issued on behalf of Multimat
Six new self-inflating sleeping mattresses – including the lightest ever made – are being introduced by Multimat for 2008.
The Adventure Superlite 25 and its smaller cousin the Adventure Superlite Compact 25 weigh just 530g and 390g respectively, making them the world’s lightest, ultra compact self-inflating mattresses. The weight-saving has been achieved [...]
Saturday, February 16th, 2008
Students Log On For Charity
Issued on behalf of the Military Preparation College, Cardiff
Students from Wrexham’s Military Preparation College (MPC) took to the road with a rather heavy load in order to raise money for Help A Hero – the charity that helps to provide practical support for wounded servicemen and women and their families.
Fifteen teenagers completed a 13.1 mile [...]
Friday, February 15th, 2008
Western Mail Property Doctor Column #36
Issued on behalf of Emyr Pierce Solicitors
I am buying my parents’ house at significantly less than its market value. I’m told this could cause delays in the process. Is this true?
Whether it’s your parents’ house or anyone else’s house, the principles are the same – providing your parents are not remaining in the home. This [...]
Thursday, February 14th, 2008
Move On Up ….With Griffiths Ings
Issued on behalf of Griffiths Ings
THE fundamental problem for first-time buyers is the price of property compared to the amount mortgage companies will lend to individuals to buy their first home. Unless the first-time buyer is on a very good salary then it’s unlikely they can afford even the cheapest properties. Mindful of this, more [...]
Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
Bulging Order Book Bodes Well for Bovema
Issued on behalf of Bovema
A BULGING order book on the back of a 200 per cent increase in sales over the last 12 months is expected to make 2008 a highly successful year for a Welsh-based business that specialises in saving lives at work, rest and play.
Bovema/UK, which has its British headquarters in Cardiff, is [...]
Tuesday, February 12th, 2008
Basketball Gets A Boost From Bovema
Issued on behalf of Bovema
WOMEN’S basketball in Wales has been given a boost – thanks to the business goals of a Cardiff-based company.
UWIC Archers, who are playing in their first season in Division One of the National Women’s Basketball League, have won the support of a business that provides the team with two of its [...]
Monday, February 11th, 2008
Western Mail Property Doctor Column #35
Issued on behalf of Emyr Pierce Solicitors
I am considering buying a house with a very large garden, part of which I want to use to build another property to sell.
Sometimes people see an opportunity to develop another property on the land of an existing house. On the face of it, it may look a very [...]
Sunday, February 10th, 2008
Multimat Introduces 3 Seasons Range For Campers
Issued on behalf of Multimat
A new range of affordable self-inflating sleeping mattresses – the “3 Seasons” range – has been added to Multimat’s portfolio for 2008.
The 3 Seasons range is aimed at spring, summer and autumn campers. They provide sufficient comfort to make their experiences thoroughly enjoyable without having to invest in expensive equipment.
There are [...]
Saturday, February 9th, 2008
Move On Up ….With Griffiths Ings
Issued on behalf of Griffiths Ings
How nice it is to start our column with some good news. Hopefully, last week’s Interest Rate cut should help more first time buyers to get on the property ladder. First time buyers are the key to a vibrant property market as without them second time buyers themselves cannot move. [...]
Friday, February 8th, 2008
For The Best Night’s Sleep Ever
Issued on behalf of Multimat
For a great night’s sleep under the stars you need a great sleeping mat – I look no further than Multimat’s new 3 Seasons range.
These top quality mats will keep you off the cold, hard ground in all the comfort you need without breaking the bank. There are four self-inflating mats [...]
Thursday, February 7th, 2008
Run With Mum On Mother’s Day
Issued on behalf of British Military Fitness
MUMS across South Wales are being urged to put their feet up a little later in the day on Mothering Sunday next month – after joining in the special St David’s Day Weekend run for cancer research.
The third annual British Military Fitness St David’s Day Run is being staged [...]
Wednesday, February 6th, 2008
First Time Buying With Your Parents: Case Studies
Issued on behalf of Griffiths Ings Solicitors
Case Study 1:
John is a graduate, aged 28, earning £30,000 a year. He hopes to borrow £110,000 to buy his first home. His father owns his own home and is still working. The lender will provide John with the money on the basis that his father stands as guarantor. [...]
Tuesday, February 5th, 2008
New Guide Provides New Hope For First Time Buyers
Issued on behalf of Griffiths Ings Solicitors
WITH house prices running away at almost five times average salaries and property values trebling in the last 10 years, it’s no surprise that the average age of first time buyers today stands at 32.
From every corner of the housing market the message to many of those trying to [...]
Monday, February 4th, 2008
Buying With Your Parents: Case Study
Issued on behalf of Griffiths Ings Solicitors
IT programmer Andrew Jones has finally got his feet firmly on the property ladder – thanks to his mum.
The 26-year-old graduate had spent a year trying to get a mortgage – only to be told he needed to save harder for a deposit, or he wasn’t earning enough to [...]
Sunday, February 3rd, 2008
Mining Union Victory 10 Years On
Issued on behalf of NACODS South Wales Area
Miners and their families in Wales are over half a billion pounds better off as a result of a Trade Union victory 10 years ago today. (WEDNESDAY FEB 6)
On February 6 1998, Welsh mining union NACODS South Wales Area won the biggest personal injury case in history. For [...]
Saturday, February 2nd, 2008
Message On A Bottle
Issued on behalf of Devine Wines
IF traditional Valentine’s gifts such as teddies, roses and chocolates leave you cold, a Welsh wine company may have the answer to finding a unique present for your Valentine this year.
Devine Wines and Crystal, based in Gwaelod-Y-Garth near Cardiff, offers customers the chance to order their own personalised bottle of [...]
Friday, February 1st, 2008
Hitting More High Notes For Cancer Research
Issued on behalf of Cancer Research Wales
Kylie and Amy Winehouse watch out-a team of hairdressing divas from Barry will be hitting the high notes at a Karaoke night in aid of Cancer Research Wales.
The team from Head Office on Newland Street in Barry has nominated their songbird manageress Jane Kelly to take centre stage at [...]
Thursday, January 17th, 2008
Business Is Bright For Expanding Recruitment Co.
Issued on behalf of Professional Recruitment UK
A leading recruitment company is forecasting a buoyant future following the expansion of its South West of England operation.
Professional Recruitment (UK) Ltd, which specialises in the recruitment of managers in the financial services, accountancy, HR, sales & marketing, manufacturing, and general management sectors, has witnessed significant growth in the [...]
Wednesday, January 16th, 2008
New Website Uses Video To Demonstrate CCTV
Issued on behalf of CCTV4U
A new website offering video demonstrations and reviews of market-leading hi-tech security systems has been launched by CCTV4U.
The site – www.cctv4u.tv – is aimed at people who are interested in buying a security system for their business or even their home. It provides users with an invaluable and impartial insight into [...]
Tuesday, January 15th, 2008
Cardiff Agency Helps Crimestoppers Fight
Issued on behalf of Precedent Communications
A groundbreaking new website launched by Crimestoppers has been built in Cardiff by one of the UK’s top digital marketing agencies Precedent Communications.
The website has several key roles to play, including appealing for and managing information provided by the public. This is the first time a system has been built [...]
Monday, January 14th, 2008
Food Fuels Growing Communications Agency Stills
Issued on behalf of Stills
The brand communications agency Stills has had more success carving out a niche for itself in the Welsh organic food and drink sector.
The Cardiff-based business has successfully developed a premium butter label for the organic Welsh farmers’ co-operative, Calon Wen.
This project is the company’s latest foray into the organic food and [...]
Sunday, January 13th, 2008
Commercial Property Team Expands At Darwin Gray
Issued on behalf of Darwin Gray Solicitors
Increased property development across South Wales and the UK has led to the further expansion of Cardiff-based Darwin Gray’s commercial property team.
Although the company was only founded five-and-a-half years ago the team has grown steadily with solicitor Catherine Burke the latest recruit, taking the team to two partners, three [...]
Saturday, January 12th, 2008
