Hako Machines Ltd

Hako Machines Ltd is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers and service providers of superior cleaning technology, supplying the finest equipment for industrial and commercial cleaning.

With an extensive range of scrubber driers and sweepers, from small autonomous cleaners to large road sweepers, Hako works with a multitude of sectors to ensure a high-performance total cleaning solution.

From its dedicated Training Centre in Wakefield, Hako offers bespoke training packages for operatives as well as extensive courses for its in-house team that work across the UK.

With a national network of trained engineers who provide outstanding service and maintenance support, its customer support team is split between its Northamptonshire HQ and the Yorkshire office.

Hako is committed to minimalising its impact on the environment and putting practices into place to protect the environment in the future. Part of this commitment is to is reduce its carbon emissions and become a ‘net zero’ company. Net zero will be achieved by carbon offsetting to quickly reduce the company’s impact on the environment.

The company was recently awarded ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, internationally recognised standards in environmental management systems and occupational health and safety.

Sylvie Giangolini

 

FSB – Federation of Small Businesses

As experts in business, we offer our members a wide range of vital business services including advice, financial expertise, support and a powerful voice heard in government. Our mission is to help smaller businesses achieve their ambitions.

Established 50 years ago to help our members succeed in business, we are a non-profit making and non-party political organisation that’s led by our members, for our members.

Members receive an exclusive package of great value business services including advice, financial products and support. The benefits include protection in the case of tax inspection, legal and HR advice, as well as local networking groups and business banking.

We don’t only provide fantastic membership benefits – FSB is also the UK’s leading business campaigner, focused on delivering change which supports smaller businesses to grow and succeed. Our policy and advocacy team in Westminster focuses on UK and English policy issues. Further to this, our expert teams in Glasgow, Cardiff and Belfast work with governments, elected members and decision-makers in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.https://www.fsb.org.uk/

Barney Mynott

Arminder Purewal

Eat IT Drink IT is a one-stop-shop solution catering for all aspect of IT within hospitality. From independent bars and restaurants to multi-national hotel chains, Eat IT Drink IT brings together all the tech to ensure your business succeeds. Initial consultation, installation, configuration, and on-going 24/7 365 days of the year tech support, all under one roof delivered by a UK based talented team. Let Eat IT Drink IT support your IT systems and allow your staff to look after your guests. Whether you need EPOS, Wi-Fi, broadband, card machines, staff planning software, guests Wi-Fi hotspot or all the above, look no further. Eat IT Drink IT bring the right solutions together to meet your requirements and exceed your expectations. They offer all new customers a free, no obligation, on site survey with a senior engineer to scope out the options for you.

Charlotte specialises in providing professional support to businesses and individuals, offering a wide range of administrative, organisational, and communication services. She can help you streamline your workload, increase efficiency, and reclaim valuable time. Partner with Charlotte for personalised solutions tailored to your unique needs.

 

Podmatic is an innovative audio-visual podcast production company located in Horbury, Wakefield. We specialise in producing high-quality, multi-purpose content specifically designed for small to medium-sized businesses. Our mission is to make professional podcast production accessible and effective, enabling businesses to connect with their audience through engaging audio-visual content. Our state-of-the-art studio is equipped with the latest technology, offering services that include audio recording, video podcast production, and voiceover work. We go beyond just production; we also manage the distribution of content across all major platforms, ensuring that our clients’ messages reach their target audience.

 

Podmatic’s approach is both innovative and client-centric. We offer an all-inclusive pricing model that provides transparency and value, helping businesses plan their marketing budgets with ease. Additionally, we understand the demands on our clients’ time, which is why we offer flexible recording slots, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate their busy schedules. Our commitment to quality and convenience has quickly established Podmatic as a trusted partner in the West Yorkshire region. We have formed strategic partnerships with prominent local organisations, such as the Mid Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce and We Are Wakefield, which have been instrumental in expanding our reach.

 

“The past year has been transformative for Podmatic. Our involvement in the local business community has not only elevated our profile but also reinforced our commitment to delivering exceptional value to our clients,” says Isaac Soko, Managing Director. At Podmatic, we are more than just a production studio; we are your partner in creating content that truly resonates.

Isaac Soko

Pierrepont is a firm of Chartered Management Accountants based in Wakefield & Holmfirth.

Operating over the last twelve years Pierrepont has a wealth of experience  working with and supporting the owners of SME’s providing the following:-

• Bookkeeping & payroll services
• Interim management & year end accounts
• Advisory including tax planning, business start-ups & exit strategies
• Wealth management

The Pierrepont team of nine are friendly and professional, with a very high client retention rate. As a client, we are always right by your side, giving you the service that you never thought you could afford.  Solutions and services provided are client specific.

For example, bookkeeping is £21.50 per hour, payroll & pension  administration for a team of four is £8 (weekly paid) £15.75 (monthly paid). Typically, year end accounts + tax return  £150 (sole trader), £495 (Ltd co. All costs are + VAT.

Wherever possible Pierrepont will work with the latest digital solutions incl. Xero, Quickbooks & Sage, to provide our clients with timely information that is cost effective, relevant & meaningful

Contact Pierrepont:

support@pierrepont. Accountants / www.pierrepont.accountants /  01924 950988

 

Jonathan Hill

Second Chance is a registered Charity that provides specialist support for people with brain injury and deliver help and advice to their families and friends.

We offer therapy-led day centres in the heart of Wakefield and support work in the community across West Yorkshire providing effective rehabilitation services delivered by dedicated, professional and compassionate staff.

Our Patrons are Mr Neil Fox MBE, Ms Gaynor Barnes, Mr John Godber OBE. Please considering helping us to continue to support people with brain injuries and their families. https://gofund.me/f2f56d97

Nathan Garbutt-Moore

Our registered Charity No is 1121645.

Turning Point Talking Therapies is the free talking therapies service for those 16+ across the entire Wakefield District.

Turning Point is known within community more so for the substance use services at Inspiring Recovery and Inspiring Futures, however Talking Therapies has been around since 2009 (formerly known as Right Steps) providing common mental health support in the form of therapy.

Talking therapies are psychological treatments for mental and emotional problems like stress, anxiety and depression. There are lots of different types of talking therapy, but they all involve working with a trained therapist. This may be one-to-one, in a group, online, over the phone or with your partner (couples therapy).

For one-to-one therapy or groups, Talking Therapies services can be accessed via a self-referral via the website https://talking.turning-point.co.uk/support or over the phone 01924 234 860.

Talking Therapies also deliver regular live workshops that anyone in the district can sign up to, take a look at some of the upcoming topics https://talking.turning-point.co.uk/workshops . Additionally, Talking Therapies have produced three on demand workshops that can also be viewed by anyone https://talking.turning-point.co.uk/events .

If you would like to book a therapist to deliver a workshop for an event or team meeting, please contact us on [email protected] or 01924 234 860.

Employment Support is a recent exciting addition to the Talking Therapies offer, available to clients with a treatment plan agreed.

For more information visit the website https://talking.turning-point.co.uk/support and follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TurningPointTalkingTherapies/  and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wakefieldtalkingtherapies?igsh=MW51c2FvYzBsdTNjcg==

Joe Nicholson

SPC act as a guide through the labyrinth of the vehicle procurement process. Minimising the stress of this for clients that are restricted on time.

We source, an extensive range of vehicles for purchase or contract hire for either business or personal use. Check out our awesome Trustpilot reviews.

An exciting new division of SPC is Selectric… a range of select, high quality, electric vehicles available on business or personal contract hire.

As an independent finance broker, we can put competitive funding in place too for any vehicle, even if you have found your own car or are looking to restructure finance on a car you already own.

Commercial asset finance is also available, including lorries, plant or machinery.

Adrian Hogarth

Featherstone Rovers has been established as a Rugby League Club since 1921 the club has a wealth of history and has been well known for being the small Mining Town in Yorkshire that produces some fine Rugby League players. Later nicknamed the colliers the majority of the Featherstone outfit worked for the National Coal Board.

The Featherstone District had long been a fertile breeding ground of fine Rugby Footballers. ‘Forwards as hard as the coal they hewed’ ‘Featherstone may well be the smallest community in the country to maintain a professional football team.’

 The club has gone on to enjoy many a success including 3 Challenge Cup wins, the club currently plays in the Betfred Championship League and finished League Leaders in 2023.

The club is situated in the heart of the community and Featherstone Rovers Foundation the official Charity of the Rovers run some fantastic community engagement programmes to help the local community lead happier, more fulfilled and active lifestyles The use the power of sport and the Rovers brand to help tackle local issues in Featherstone and the wider Wakefield District.

Amy Hardman – Head of Featherstone Rovers Foundation said ‘It is fantastic for both club and Foundation to be a partner of WAW, since joining it has enabled us to become more connected with organisations within the District, which is supporting our programmes and outreach. We have also hosted some of the monthly meets here at the Millennium Stadium – which are always fantastic events. We look forward to the year ahead and what exciting collaborations this will bring. UTR’