Bluestone is an FCA accredited, award-winning, independent broker based in Wakefield with over 27 years’ experience providing UK businesses with finance solutions to help them grow.

 

Taking pride in their ethical and consultative approach, Bluestone make things simple, move quickly, offer exceptional value, and enable funding to happen where others can’t.

 

With access to one of the largest funding panels in the UK, Bluestone support businesses in finding the best solution for their circumstances, including:

 

• Finance for a wide range of assets across multiple sectors.
• Cashflow finance solutions (including loans for VAT, Tax & Invoice Finance)
• Revolving Credit Facilities.
• Vehicle Finance.

The Bluestone Portal

 

In addition to having a team of dedicated account managers on hand to support, Bluestone has an online end-to-end finance platform, The Bluestone Portal, that allows you to:

 

• Access quick and affordable finance quotes.
• Submit applications online both for your own business, and your customers.
• Track your application progress from a personalised dashboard.
• E-Sign documents.
• Get quick (& in some cases instant) finance decisions.
• Go from a quote to payout in as little as 20-minutes.

Contact Bluestone: [email protected] | www.bluestone.app | 0330 135 8660

Joshua Atkinson

“Jigsaw Business Support offers comprehensive virtual assistance tailored for businesses, streamlining administrative tasks, efficient business management, handling VAT quarterly returns and bookkeeping. By seamlessly integrating into clients’ operations, Jigsaw serves as the missing piece to their organisational puzzle, providing expert support and enabling businesses to focus on their core objectives while ensuring compliance, accuracy, and operational efficiency in all financial and administrative aspects.”

Kerry Longley

Caitlin Longley

Castleford Academy Trust, established in 2013, comprises of two secondary academies: Castleford Academy and Crofton Academy; and three primary academies: Park Junior Academy, Glasshoughton Infant Academy and Three Lane Ends Academy. Each academy is based within the Wakefield district.

 Castleford Academy Trust is committed to “working together to achieve excellence for all”, and, in our pursuit of excellence, we work hard to ensure that no child is left behind. The Trust puts pupils at the heart of everything we do. In our commitment to excellence, we place ourselves at the forefront of educational developments, creating an environment that is innovative, a positive climate for learning and attainment, and fully supports pupil’s social and emotional developments.

 Castleford Academy Trust is committed to working together to provide the best outcomes for children within the community. We aim to raise pupil expectations and aspirations through teaching and learning, effective leadership and the sharing of outstanding practice.

Adam Fletcher  James Clare

 

Please join us to congratulate Mint HR, our latest membership upgrade on renewal.

 

Mint HR offers a bespoke level of Human Resources support to small businesses.

The team are experts at helping companies be compliant and deal with the challenges of managing employees. They take the time to fully understand your needs before producing easy to digest, no-nonsense solutions that are right for your business.

Mint HR can be either fully integrated with your business or simply be on hand to act as a sounding board or provide ad hoc support for any steps of an employee’s life cycle.

With Mint HR, there’s no lengthy contracts or retainers. Instead, offering unique HR Support Packages of hours. These packages have no expiry date, meaning every second of your package is dedicated to supporting you and your business at the times you need it most.

Director, Tracy Carpenter, said: “Team Mint are so proud to be supporting the wonderful We Are Wakefield. It’s networking with a pulse and so much more than just 60 second pitches. It’s a group of great local businesses who want every other Wakefield business to also thrive and succeed.

Silcoates School is a 3-18 co-educational independent school in the village of Wrenthorpe, on the outskirts of Wakefield. Set in 60 acres of picturesque grounds with state-of-the art facilities, Silcoates is a vibrant community where confidence, leadership skills, and academic excellence are nurtured, recognised and celebrated.

 At Silcoates, innovative teaching thrives, setting the stage for pupils to reach heights they never imagined. With an unwavering commitment to each pupil’s progress, Silcoates ensures that there are no limits to what they can achieve. From the first steps of exploration to the mastery of their art, pupils are empowered to seize every opportunity they are given. At Silcoates, every pupil is valued, heard, and supported as an individual.

“Velocity Academy is a post 16 apprenticeship training provider that was incorporated in 2014, specialising in technology and business. Our wide range of courses are available to upskill your existing workforce, or utilising our free recruitment service to bring apprentices into your company.

Our course offering can be seen below;

Marketing Apprenticeships:
– Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer
– Level 3 Content Creator
– Level 4 Marketing Executive
– Level 6 Marketing Manager

IT & Software Apprenticeships:
– Level 3 Network Support Technician
– Level 3 IT Support Technician
– Level 3 Software Development Technician
– Level 4 Software Developer
– Level 4 Applications Support Lead
– Level 4 Network Engineer
– Level 4 Cyber Security Technologist

Data & Admin Apprenticeships:

– Level 3 Business Administrator
– Level 3 Data Technician
– Level 4 Data Analyst

Get in touch today to find out how your company can benefit! [email protected]”

Founded by Rebecca and Anthony Chapman 15 years ago, the ARC Group comprises two thriving enterprises: ARC Workwear & PPE Ltd and Merch Stall.

ARC Workwear & PPE Ltd leads the charge in supplying top-quality workwear and personal protective equipment (PPE), boasting an in-house facility for printing and embroidery to meet diverse customisation needs. Complementing this, Merch Stall sets the bar for sustainable merchandise, offering eco-friendly products and in-house screen printing capabilities for projects of all sizes.

Situated in Sherburn in Elmet, The ARC Group is deeply rooted in the local community, actively contributing to its growth and vitality. Under the visionary leadership of Rebecca and Anthony, the group has earned a reputation for excellence, reliability, and social responsibility, becoming Selby and District’s Small Business of the Year, Selby & District’s Growth Business Finalist and one of Sherburn in Elmet Parish Council’s Shining Stars. Their commitment to delivering exceptional goods and services has made The ARC Group the go-to choice for businesses, bands, groups, and event organisers seeking quality and sustainability. With a dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction, The ARC Group continues to lead the way in its field, setting the standard for excellence in Sherburn in Elmet and beyond.

 

Prosura is a Wakefield based business and lifestyle insurance broker.

 More than just a supplier, Prosura is a trusted partner that simplifies the complexities of insurance.

 Prosura’s experienced team prides itself on combining the highest levels of customer service and expert advice with the ability to find the right, cost-effective policies to safeguard each client’s most valuable assets.

 The company was launched in 2023 by entrepreneur Jon Newall, a third-generation insurance broker who has worked within the industry for 25 years. Now a team of eight, award-winning Prosura operates nationwide and supports businesses of all sizes across various industries, including manufacturing, distribution, property, leisure, and hospitality.

 Tailoring its offering to meet both business and personal needs, Prosura provides value at every step of the customer journey, which includes its free ‘lawyer in a box’.  Available to all customers, the Prosura Digital Lawyer is an online service that uses smart technology and real lawyers to prepare essential legal documents, including employment contracts, tenancy agreements, wills and probate.  The Prosura Digital Lawyer saves clients’ money while delivering extra peace of mind.

 For information about Prosura and its approach to delivering exceptional service visit: www.Prosura.co.uk or call 01924 562777.

 

When you’re covering such personal matters as buying or selling a home, sorting out wills and probate or dealing with trusts, you need to be confident that your solicitor has your best interests at heart. If they only care about the particulars, rather than the person, how can you be sure their advice is truly suitable for your circumstances?

At Newport Land & Law, we care deeply about you, your family, your needs and, essentially, your full understanding of the decisions you’re making. If we don’t think something serves you, we’ll advise against it. Because we know that long-term relationships aren’t built on making a quick profit.

Based in Wakefield but assisting clients across the England and Wales, our property solicitors, and our trust, LPA, wills and probate specialists, don’t mess around. Here’s what to expect if you work with us:

• Straight-talking, no-nonsense advice.
• Jargon-free delivery (as much as we can).
• A human approach – no stuffiness here!
• Well-placed humour where appropriate.

We never charge for a quick chat or a cup of tea, so if you have a property or private client matter you need help with, why not give us a call.

Ellen Wood

🌟Congratulations to Collaboration Winners, COPPERWIRE CREATIVE LTD COMPLETE CARE WEST YORKSHIRE LTD & KRA:FT Media!

They win tickets to see how team work makes the dream work at Featherstone Rovers RLFC!

Read the full story here:

https://mailchi.mp/wearewakefield.org.uk/january-2023-newsletter-url-13761308

Martin Denton

Antony de Csernatony

Sara Booth