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Why there is no need to be a nervous networker

I am not sure about you and other young individuals looking to grow their businesses, but for me the thought of

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships can help stop the South West's brain drain

Mark Robinson education co-ordinator at Plymouth Junior Chamber explains why Knowledge Transfer Partnerships are an important means of harnessing young talent.

There is a clear rebalancing currently occurring in the economy and an ever greater focus towards the need for a highly skilled and competitive workforce. Plymouth's Growth Board expects jobs output to increase in Plymouth over the coming years in areas such as professional and technical services.

Mixed use approach is key for developments

Plymouth Junior Chamber member Matthew Rose considers the stunning waterfront that gives Plymouth its greatest resource, asking how competing demands on it can be managed to provide the best result for all in the city.

The coastline is arguably one of Plymouth's greatest attractions. It is not surprising then that Plymouth's planners should be looking to utilise the attraction of the coastline with regeneration and connectivity the key aims to building a prosperous and successful coastline community.

A vibrant city that offers so much to do and see

Plymouth has plenty on offer outside of working hours for young professionals. James Peterson, vice chair of Plymouth Junior Chamber and commercial lawyer at Gill Akaster LLP explores some of the headline attractions that could inspire them to relocate to the city-by-the-sea.

With its Drake Circus shopping centre and the fantastic new Life Centre, Plymouth really has everything you could want from a vibrant up and coming city. For the more adventurous, there is also a range of activities including go karting, rock climbing, skiing and snow boarding.

Be social media savvy and reap the dividends

Neil Stevens, client manager at Bromhead Chartered Accountants and board member of Plymouth Junior Chamber looks at the business opportunities of social media.

Technology aimed at SMEs

Mark Manning, partner at Local Business Hunter and Plymouth Junior Chamber board member looks at new technology.

New technology is often a good way to move forward your business, but brand new technology is often available only at a premium, leaving it out of reach for small companies initially until the cost comes down and they can start to play catch up with those who could afford to install the technology when it was new to the market.

This year though, a new technology is emerging which promises to be something of a revolution and it's aimed squarely at those small businesses.

Community-led 'free' education proposition opens out new school of thought

Plymouth Junior Chamber member Sam Woods,

a commercial property and construction solicitor

at Wolferstans, considers the possibilities of a proposed free school in the city.

Plymouth College of Art plans to open Plymouth's first "free school". At the PJC I am surrounded by young parents, so I thought that I should attend the public consultation and find out more.

Culinary talent gives an appetite for success

Melissa Paul, a Plymouth Junior Chamber board member, and solicitor at Ashfords LLP, discusses the potential of the food sector in Plymouth.

The Tanner Brothers, Gary Rhodes and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall are not only famous for their various cookery books and television appearances, but also have another thing in common – they all have restaurants in Plymouth.

With its annual FlavourFest, and access to high quality fish and seafood, Plymouth is fast being recognised as a gastronomic centre of the South-West. However, is this a sustainable industry in Plymouth?

Independent stores are central to retail appeal

With consumer spending key to economic recovery, Sam Woods, commercial property and construction solicitor at Wolferstans and Plymouth Junior Chamber member sets out the Junior Chamber’s view of the city’s retail scene.

"Step into middle England's best loved department store, stroll through the haberdashery to the audio visual department where an awfully well brought up young man will bend over backwards to help you find the right TV. Then go to dixons.co.uk and buy it."

Plymouth Junior Chamber hosts another successful event

A great evening’s entertainment and networking event in an interesting venue was offered by Plymouth Junior Chamber at its latest networking event. On 24 November, PJC hosted a wine and cheese tasting evening at the Royal William Yard, which was well attended by approximately 50 of its members. Wine was provided by Majestic Wines in Totnes, and cheese by the new and exciting River Cottage Canteen, in the beautiful venue of the Martin Bush Gallery.

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