Belfast Business Centre

The Evolution of The Belfast Business Centre

2012-01-24T09:23:00.002Z

When I walked into Cathedral House seven years ago it was an empty building full of possibilities and lots of hard work.

The refurbishment and furnishing was the easy part, the telephone system was a minefield but defining the product is something that has been ever changing due to advances in technology.

With no industry experience to fall back on, the business was established on a “yes” basis. A client asked if the Business Centre provided a service, our answer was “yes” and from that point onwards it was a service available to all our clients.

We have seen these services evolve most noticeably in the areas of IT. In comparison to 7 years ago, the use of the internet and emails is unrecognisable and continual upgrades and client requirements have brought the Belfast Business Centre to install a BT premium Net Fixed Line 10MB Broadband provision, fully segmented and protected.

The changing work practices of our clients have also seen new services introduced such as mail scanning and emailing, electronic archiving of clients closed files and projects and the electronic sending of client’s invoices to their customers with a full back up copy produced for accounting purposes.

A locally and independently owned, single business centre, the Management Team have been with the centre since day one. Establishing working relationships and friendships along the way, the team have been privileged to work with some internationally renowned companies.

Amey Ventures and Aegon –Scottish Equitable are two clients of the centre who moved in day one and are still clients today.

We have been part of some fabulous success stories, including our involvement with the Amey Ventures Team and their successful £100m contracts and with Bell Lawrie who went from zero to £150m Under Management in the weeks they were with us at their start up stage.

Supporting Daniel Loughlin, creator of Export Technologies, move from a one person office in stages to occupying a full suite of offices before outgrowing the centre, has given us a great sense of achievement and he is not alone in growing within the centre.

Louise Cahoon, owner of Access Recruitment started as a Virtual Office Service client, quickly moving into Office Space within the Centre and expanding as her requirement changed to larger and larger offices until her present move into a suite of offices which was specifically designed and furnished to meet her staffing requirements and working practices.

The constant in The Belfast Business Centre is the staff, they build the business, welcoming and understanding each new client and adapting the service provision to individual needs whilst creating a great working environment, in a centre maintained to my own personal high standard.
Empowerment, building loyalty and involvement in marketing and operations has enabled the Belfast Business Centre staff to continue to drive the business forward in a busy and professional location and has made us truly unique.

Elaine

The Rationale behind the Belfast Business Centre’s Seminars for Success

2012-01-20T14:02:00.004Z

Having met Paul McAnallen, Director of Shift Control during 2011 at a training event, I extended an invitation to visit the Belfast Business Centre and we have since established a strong working relationship which has benefited both our companies.

As a result of a recent meeting with Paul, February 2012 will see the launch of our series of Seminars for Success. Designed to benefit the Belfast Business Centre’s Clients these seminars will be presented by a variety of business owners from different sectors. These business owners are also clients of the centre who have successfully started and grown their own businesses and will discuss their experiences and provide tips and advice.

This innovative programme is just one area where the Belfast Business Centre is striving to provide added value of genuine benefit to the centre’s clients by building strong links between businesses and creating opportunities to grow.

Details of the first Seminar will be available shortly and Belfast Business Centre clients will receive their personal invitations!

Elaine

Do you need an affordable and professional venue in Belfast City Centre?

2012-01-17T15:57:00.003Z

The Belfast Business Centre has specialised in Training and Meeting Room Hire for over 7 years and provides a modern and well equipped venue for events.

Combined with our ‘beat your room hire quote’ discount offer, we would like to invite you to use our facilities.

For full details of our services or to arrange your meeting contact us.

Tel 02890 43 93 93

The Road to the Belfast Business Centre through the Power of Social Media!

2011-12-09T16:08:00.002Z

Belfast Business Centre's latest client proves Social Media is 'Good for Business!'

We would like to welcome Stephen and Big Wet Fish to the Belfast Business Centre and thank him for the testimonial below!

Big Wet Fish was established as a hobby when I was Head of IT in Carrickfergus College and rapidly grew into a company hosting over ten thousand websites for local, national and international clients.

In late 2010 I knew the time was right to move into this full time as managing a team of contracted employees and teaching full time was becoming impossible. Initially I worked from home with a ‘Virtual Office’ in Belfast. A medium term goal of the company was to move some of our 24/7 remote contracted support ‘in house’ and this could only be achieved through having office space locally.

While having a conversation with a local Carrickfergus Councillor on Facebook to ascertain if he had any contacts in the local area for office space. Sarah Brownlee Deputy Manager of the Belfast Business Centre, a mutual Facebook friend of the Councillor sent me some details of the Business Centre

So I made an appointment to look at the available spaces in ‘Cathedral House’ and I signed to take an office. Been a week so far and I have absolutely no regrets. Through the power of Social Media and especially Facebook this came about...as a business we have embraced the power of Twitter with 1600 twitter followers and finding this office space through a Facebook Wall post shows the power of Social media.

We are a full service hosting company offering a range of hosting solutions tailored to every budget - visit www.bigwetfish.co.uk or call into Cathedral House and talk to Stephen any time:

• Shared hosting plans starting at £2.49 per month or £21.99 per year
• Business hosting plans starting at £9 per month or £75 per year
• Reseller hosting plans
• Virtual Private Servers
• Cloud Servers
• Dedicated Servers
• SSL Security Certificates
• Backup Accounts

Growing your business during a recession Event

2011-11-17T14:55:00.003Z

North City Business Centre are running an event called 'Grow Your Business During a Recession' this Monday, 21st November from 12:30pm- 1:30pm.

'Growing your business during a recession' is delivered by Philip Bain, Co-Founder and Director of Shredbank. The seminar will focus on key areas that all businesses need to address in order to survive through difficult economic times. The seminar is highly interactive, informative and practical.

Philip Bain and his business partner James Carson established ShredBank just after the collapse of Northern Rock and the beginning of one of the deepest recessions since the 1930’s. ShredBank entered a document shredding market dominated by well established multi-nationals and a deteriorating economic climate. Despite this, under Philip’s commercial leadership ShredBank has become a fast growing multi-award winning company that has experienced high double digit growth year on year and disproved the notion that success in a recession is impossible.

Having recently won Entrepreneur of the Year 2010 and Young Businessperson of the Year 2011, we are delighted that Philip has agreed to share his thoughts and experiences on what it takes to start-up, grow and succeed in tough financial times. He will reflect on the importance of marketing, selling, innovation and having a business model that works.

John Simpson, Journalist and Chair of Judging Panel for Belfast Telegraph Awards, stated:

“The judges were impressed particularly by a younger entrepreneur who has almost made a household name of his business: ShredBank”

(Free entry)

If you would like to attend please contact angela.frizzell@north-city.co.uk

Seventh Anniversary!

2011-11-09T09:55:00.003Z

The Belfast Business Centre is celebrating its seventh anniversary!

Since opening in November 2004, the centre has gone from strength to strength and we would like to thank all of our clients, past and present for making the company such a success.

Over the years we have seen many changes as the centre has evolved to meet new client needs and we will continue to invest in new technology and develop additional services through the excellent committed Management team which has been in place since day one.

A special thanks goes to Clare, who since joining us in July 2009 has brought a fresh and vibrant energy to the centre's Reception!

Want Free Business Banking?

2011-11-08T08:49:00.002Z

Ready for your First Business Bank Account?

Thinking of Switching Business Bank Accounts?

Need a Sterling Business Bank Account?

HSBC can offer Free business banking at HSBC.

Contact Elaine for the referral details.

The Belfast Business Centre received free business banking from HSBC for the first 18months and managed correctly we continue to receive free business banking into the future.

Thank you

2011-09-19T12:09:00.003+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre would like to thank all the clients who attended our lunch on 9th September 2011.

The lunch was very successful with some new connections being made and very enjoyable for the staff to see all their hard work come together.

The Prize Draw was won by Claire from Access Recruitment - your voucher will be on its way to you soon!

Client Lunch 09/09/11 update

2011-08-26T10:38:00.003+01:00

Since our last post the following people have confirmed that they will be attending our client lunch.

DPP - Karen McKay

HSBC - Maureen Devine

Mitchell + Kane - Anthony Ward

Nitec

Shred IT - Keith Pryde

Shred IT - Eileen Morgan

Universal Coaching Services - Leah McStravick

Waterman Boreham - Colin Bell

Your Local Broker - Clive McBride

If you haven't already confirmed your attendance please contact Sarah or Elaine on 02890 43 93 93 or by emailing info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

Client Lunch 09/09/11

2011-08-23T13:09:00.002+01:00

Thanks to those of you who have already confirmed your attendance at the Belfast Business Centre Client Lunch on 9th September 2011.

Accenture - Paula Delaney and Michael Connelly

Aegon - Joanne Brown

All Electrical Recycling - Niamh O'Sullivan

All Electrical Recycling - Brian Johnstone

Belfast Metropolitan College - Rosemary Martin

Brady Solicitors - Angela Brady

C+M Cleaning Service - Mark Graham

Conceptroom - Stephen Broad

Diatec - Kieran Murphy

Exornia - Malcolm Dryburgh

Festo

Gibson Wealth Management - Jayne Gibson

Harlequin Ltd - Paul Campbell

Independent Search Solutions - Patrick Fitzmaurice

McGarry Consulting - Liam McGarry

Messianic Testimony - Dr Sam Gordon

ML2 - Julie Hansen

Monetary Intelligence - Will Hawkes

North City Business Centre - Farah Chowdhury

North City Business Centre - Andrew Cousins

People 1st - Caroline Bell

Rubycard - Una Daly

Towry Services - Tereen Lester

Towry Services - Neil Torney

If you haven't already confirmed your attendance please contact Sarah or Elaine on 02890 43 93 93 or by emailing info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

August 11 Current Availability

2011-08-03T15:43:00.002+01:00

Congratulations to Harlequin Ltd on their expansion! Their move to a larger office leaves us with availability.

Please see our website for further information http://www.belfastbusinesscentre.com/officeavailability/

New Client Welcome!

2011-07-29T15:13:00.002+01:00

We would like to welcome the following new clients to the centre:

TTRSA

Standard Control Systems

Windsor Hill Physiotherapy

SMS Electrical

ITAP

Your Local Broker

Harlequin Ltd

Festo Limited

Dufay

KPM Property Rentals

Fleet Economy Solutions

Northern Ireland Special Offers

AR Business Consultants - Low Cost Tax&Accountancy Service

2011-06-10T10:03:00.002+01:00

AR Business Consultants provides a simple, easy-to-use, fixed fee, low cost tax and accountancy service with no need for long face to face meetings and the soaring hourly charges usually associated with traditional high street accountants.

We know running your own company can be painful, hard work and time consuming leaving you with little time to concentrate on your business. By using our service you leave the hassle to our highly experienced professionals to assist you with your bookkeeping, taxation and accounts.

Our Accountants have broad and lengthy experience in the key accountancy areas of:
• Tax Advice & Planning
• Bookkeeping
• Accounts Production
• Payroll & VAT
• Company Formation

Based on this experience, we believe that we can offer you a highly cost-effective service because:

• Our fees will be FIXED for a year, based upon a detailed assessment of your requirements, applied to our very accurate calculation processes. There will be NO HIDDEN EXTRAS but additional work can be costed very accurately as and when required.

• We specialise in working with SME businesses, especially start-ups, and can offer sound financial advice to maximise profits

• We can analyse performance on a quarterly basis when doing VAT Returns to ensure good planning and investment advice

• A Value-based Audit is not just about Compliance but provides advice at the end of the audit to improve systems and procedures

• A 6-monthly Tax Health check ensures further control over the timing of decisions, optimising financial benefit

There is no technical talk from us. We speak to you openly and honestly and promise not to blind you with jargon. We want you to feel comfortable to pick up the phone to us whenever you need, for whatever you want and know you will get good sound understandable advice. We will work with you in the way that suits you - in person, on the phone or online.

If you would like to discuss anything you have read here please contact us at our Belfast office on 02890 437006.

Current Office Availability Update

2011-05-24T12:18:00.001+01:00

We are pleased to announce that with the arrival of Harlequin Ltd the Belfast Business Centre has no availability.

The website will be updated as soon as an office becomes vacant or alternatively contact Elaine or Sarah and they will be able to keep you informed.

Contact:
Elaine or Sarah

Telephone: 02890 439393
Email: info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

Do Your Terms of Business Protect How You Do Business?

2011-05-11T09:09:00.002+01:00

Most businesses will either not have any terms of business or will have a set of terms put together at some point in the past which have never been looked at again. However, in these difficult times having a set of terms and conditions that have been tailored to your business and the market that you operate in may make all difference in getting paid or in dealing with a dispute with a customer or supplier.

Ideally your terms and conditions should set out:
• what your product or service is;
• the procedure for delivery of your product or service;
• the time and method of payment;
• the circumstances in which the contract can be terminated or brought to an end; the consequences or termination;
• the limits as to what you will be liable for;
• if court action does become necessary, that your case will be brought in the Northern Irish courts. This last matter can become important if you export even if it is to ROI or GB. If you do not specify that any dispute will be dealt with by the NI courts then you could be faced with the added expense of bringing or defending proceedings in the country where your customer is situated. You can also include a provision for Alternative Dispute Resolution in your terms and conditions such as mediation or arbitration. This can keep the costs of a dispute down as well as keeping the dispute more private.

Of course if your customer is a large multiple then it’s probably the multiple’s terms and conditions that will apply. But this does not mean that they should not be looked at. It is important that if you enter into a contract with a large customer, such as a multiple, that the terms are reviewed by a solicitor. The review may enable you to better negotiate certain terms with the customer and even if there is no room for negotiation, you should always go into a contract knowing exactly what the duties and obligations are for both you and the customer and what options may be open to you if the commercial relationship goes sour. You can also then make use of that information in your management of the job.

Terms and conditions can also be used as part of your effective credit control system.

Terms and conditions should also be periodically reviewed to ensure that they always reflect and protect the way you do business.

Angela Brady is Principal of Brady Solicitors. Brady Solicitors focus exclusively on advising and providing legal services to business clients. She offers a free one hour consultation and can be contacted at a.brady@bradylegalni.com or on 07834321482.

Meeting Room Special Offer!

2011-05-09T11:14:00.002+01:00

We have just added our Meeting Room Special Offer to our website !

The Belfast Business Centre have four ground floor meeting rooms available in a variety of layouts.

To see how you can use these rooms to your advantage at the best price contact us on 02890439393 or info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

Image Development Evening with Universal Coaching Services & HQ Hair&Beauty!

2011-04-15T10:04:00.002+01:00

We would like to thank Leah from Universal Coaching Services and Donna from HQ Hair&Beauty for a very good evening. The whole event was relevant, up to date & fun! We are really looking forward to Leah providing us with our individual Image Development Makeover's next week & the chance to have her on a one to one basis as our personal shopper!

Have you got the spark to run your own business? Find Out With Advantage's IGNITE Programme

2011-04-12T14:38:00.006+01:00

Here’s the problem – you’re under 25, you’re thinking of starting or growing a business and you’ve a list as long as your arm of unanswered questions. You want to do it right and you want to be taken seriously. Time is tight, money’s tighter and you just wish there was one place you could get all the help you need…

There is. Advantage’s IGNITE programme provides you with comprehensive support through a series of unique, specifically tailored services. So, whether you’re just exploring the idea or you’re already up and running, IGNITE’S got it covered. We have some of the best resources in the world and Support Packs for Pre Start, Start and Growth ready and waiting for you on our website.

Ignite includes:

· Find an Idea – access to over 500 profiled business ideas.

· Business Information Bank – a one-stop shop for advice on every aspect of business.

· Connect Forum, Video Case Studies & Podcasts – connect with other young entrepreneurs and free thinkers.

· Export Entry Guides – profiles of target markets for growing your business

· Ask The Expert – any question you have on starting or growing your business answered.

And much more… to get started, head to www.advantage-ni.com

Or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/advantageni

Or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/advantageni

Current Office Availability Update March 2011 (2)

2011-03-29T15:46:00.002+01:00

On 15th March 2011 we informed you that Lough Shore Investments and World Desk had secured their own permanent premises and would be leaving the centre in mid April.

We are pleased to announce that Ruby Card, an existing client, has confirmed that they will moving into the Grosvenor Suite at this time.

This reduces our availability to a two person office in the Glengall Suite. Anyone wishing to view the office should contact Elaine on 02890 43 93 93.

For further information please visit our website.

Belfast Business Centre Client Off The Wall Creations wins major contract with international hostel group in Dublin

2011-03-24T10:30:00.002Z

We would like to congratulate Off The Wall Creations on winning a major contract in Dublin with Generator Hostels with support from Invest Northern Ireland.

View the full article here

Present with Prezi - Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 11:00 AM

2011-03-23T13:42:00.006Z

Prezi is a refreshing alternative to the standard type of presentation software traditionally used by speakers, trainers and presenters.

Do you want to learn something new, fresh and up to date?

Do you need to create presentations that are visually stimulating and engaging?

Do you want to have fun while working?

Explore your creative side?

Add ideas as they come to you?

Create a structure afterwards?

To read more and register, click here.

Belfast Business Centre Client Louise Anderson in Charity Marathon Run

2011-03-23T10:53:00.004Z

Louise Anderson from Amaze Technology has asked us to let everyone know about her participation in the Belfast Marathon for charity.

Myself (Louise) and 4 other friends are running the Team Relay at the Belfast Marathon taking place on the 2nd May 2011. Whilst we all love running we wanted to help a local charity benefit from the cause. Therefore we will be running in aid of Armagh Junior Gateway Club.

A little information about the club:
Armagh Junior Gateway Club is a voluntary organisation for children and young people from 7-18 years who have a learning +\or physical disability. Services available to these young people are limited and it takes great dedication and time from those volunteers involved to keep the club available. The club offers the young people an opportunity to socialise, build their confidence, self-esteem and independence while developing many interpersonal skills. It also provides parents and carers with a period of respite. If you would like to know more please get in touch.

If anyone would like to sponsor us and have a spare penny or two to give, however small the amount the club and ourselves would very much appreciate it. If you wish to donate, please ask at the Belfast Business Centre Reception and they will contact me.

Thank you for your time and support.

Louise Anderson
email: lou_anderson84@hotmail.com

Cool Art NI Shortlisted for Belfast Business Award!

2011-03-18T15:33:00.003Z

Congratulations and Good Luck to Cool Art NI who have been shortlisted for Best Social Economy Business Award Category within the 2011 Belfast Business Awards.

NEW BUSINESS INFORMATION PACK

2011-03-18T11:31:00.002Z

We would like to thank Michelle Kidd for redesigning our Business Information Pack.

The new Business Information Pack can be viewed on our website .

Business Centre clients and past clients, can advertise their companies within the Information Pack free of charge.

If this is of interest to you or your company please contact Elaine or Sarah on 02890439393 or email us on info@belfastbusinesscentre.com .

Current Office Availability Update

2011-03-15T13:19:00.003Z

With the confirmation of Lough Shore Investments & World Desk securing their own permanent premises, we have updated our Office availability.

Please see the website for further information.

PayPal Trial For Client Payments

2011-03-02T08:45:00.000Z

We have now set up a PayPal account as an alternative method for clients to make payments.

This service will run for a 3 month trial, during this time we will monitor its effectiveness and costs.

Should you wish to use this method of payment, we would advise you to check your businesses PayPal account terms and conditions in relation to any charges that they may make to you.

Our PayPal account information is: info@belfastbusinesscentre.com .

BCA Regional Meeting - London

2011-03-01T08:29:00.002Z

We would like to thank Jennifer Brooke and Adele Walker of the Business Centre Association for making us feel so welcome at the Regional Meeting in London on the 17th February.

We found all the information very useful and look forward to receiving further information on the training courses the BCA are running.

Current Office Availability Update

2011-02-08T12:22:00.001Z

We are pleased to announce the arrival of Lift and Electrical Services into the York Suite Office.

At present the Belfast Business Centre has no availability. The website will be updated as soon as an office becomes vacant or alternatively contact Elaine or Sarah and they will be able to keep you informed.

Contact:
Elaine or Sarah
Telephone: 02890 439393
Email: info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

Belfast canvas bags exclusive to CoolArt NI

2011-01-28T16:45:00.001Z

CoolArt NI celebrates all that is great about Northern Ireland. From stunning massive canvas art with iconic images of NI to contemporary canvas bags that say 'wow' !

The 'Belfast Collection' presents the capital city in contemporary images. Imagine massive canvases or stunning wall murals to create amazing public spaces and unique interiors. Cool Art NI also create bespoke art for city apartments and businesses.

Belfast canvas bags are all exclusive to CoolArt NI and can only be bought in shops across Belfast , supplied by CoolArt NI, or on-line at the CoolArt NI website.

NITEC SOLUTIONS AND OUR FIXED LINE BROADBAND

2011-01-25T13:40:00.005Z

We would like to welcome our new IT company NITEC SOLUTIONS !

Nitec came to us highly recommended by BT and have successfully provided us with uninterrupted service on our new fixed line broadband since their arrival.

They are continuing to update and improve the Belfast Business Centre's IT provisions and we look forward to providing our clients with fast and reliable Broadband and IT support in the future.

Is Water Damage Disrupting Your Business?

2011-01-06T12:09:00.002Z

For £50 a day you can utilise a work station within the Centre for your key member of staff.

Full Broadband access will be available and your business calls can be diverted by your telephone provider to the Belfast Business Centre.

For further information please contact Elaine on 02890 439393 or email info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

New Client Welcome December 2010!

2010-12-16T15:40:00.004Z

The Belfast Business Centre would like to welcome the following new clients:

Savvy + Shine Ltd

Sarah Sloan Chiropractic

Manguard Plus

Rubycard

QMS

Tuesday's Child Christmas Gala Ball

2010-12-13T16:44:00.001Z

One of Ireland’s most successful children’s charities “Tuesday’s Child” invites Cinderellas & Prince Charmings of all ages to come to their first ever Christmas Gala Ball, hosted by The Rt. Hon, The Lord Mayor, Cllr. Patrick Convery, on Saturday 18th December 2010, to raise funds for children living in extreme hardship around the world.

Belfast City Hall at Christmas will provide the fairy tale backdrop for what promises to be a glittering and star-studded event. Dress code is Black-Tie & Glass Slippers are optional…!

The ball begins with a drinks reception at 7 p.m. including Christmas carols by stunning Belfast soprano Louise Irvine, accompanied by the St Malachy’s Senior String Quartet.
Dinner includes four-course Christmas fare with wine.

The Master of Ceremonies for the evening is UTV’s very own Prince Charming, Paul Clark. Entertainer & comedian Sean Crummey provides light-hearted after dinner fun. The enchanting Siobhan Pettit and her fabulous 9-piece Jazz swing band “Nightswing” will provide the musical backdrop for a glamorous night of dancing and craic.

To further boost the funds for deprived children there are some fabulous raffle prizes donated by businesses across Belfast as well as a high profile auction.

Auction prizes include a signed drum skin by Tuesday’s Child’s music patron, Snow Patrol, a signed Ulster rugby shirt, a signed rugby shirt by Irish International Paul O’Connell, a football signed by eight of the Liverpool greats and another unique ball signed by former Northern Ireland football star George Best and overnight stay for two in Dublin’s premier 5 star Merrion Hotel.

Auction lots include some fabulous art pieces donated by Irish artists North and South.

“Christmas is a time for reaching out and for giving. It is a time for opening our hearts and helping those who are less fortunate, says Orla Sheehan, from Tuesday’s Child.

“Most of all, it’s a time for children, and too many children in our world live in extreme hardship due to poverty and injustice.

We’re very proud to have been selected as one of the Lord Mayor’s Charities for 2010-’11, and we hope that our first ever Christmas Gala Ball will be a shining star of hope from our home town of Belfast to many children we have come to know and love across the world, and many more we have still to meet”

All proceeds from the evening will go to children living in extreme hardship in Pakistan, India and Gaza. Tickets are £60 and available online from the charity website at http://www.tuesdayschild.org.uk/ or by phoning 02890502725

For further details please contact Clare Gottschalk at 02890502725 or 07545452362 or email events@tuesdaychild.org.uk . Poster for event attached.

Disruptions to Meetings?

2010-12-03T10:29:00.003Z

Ensure you and your team don't miss out on important meetings due to the ongoing travel disruptions!

Contact us to utilise our soundstation teleconferencing system.

Tel 02890 439393

Email info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

Website www.belfastbusinesscentre.com/teleconferencing/

A Big Thank You to Sensei Learning and Performance

2010-11-10T10:38:00.002Z

A big thank you to Dawn Baird from Sensei Learning and Performance for her Facebook for Business Workshop yesterday.

The course was excellent and we have already begun to use all the new things we have learned!

For anyone who would consider this course in the future please see Dawn's presentation. This will give you an idea of the content and if it would be useful for you.

Highly recommended by the Belfast Business Centre!

StressLess Solutions for Business Seminar 2nd December 2010

2010-11-04T08:44:00.002Z

The current economic climate has exacerbated the number of cases of work-related stress and it is now more important than ever for companies to be seen to be taking the issue of corporate stress management more seriously. It is also a legal requirement for organisations to assess and address work-related stress.

It is estimated that:

• Up to 40,000 people in Northern Ireland suffer from work-related stress
• £125 million per year is lost by businesses in Northern Ireland due to mental ill-health

The good news is that StressLess Solutions can solve your corporate stress management problems. Our professional and innovative approach to training and consultancy in this area ensures that businesses of all sizes are provided with a comprehensive solution to enable them to meet HSE Management Standards by creating a healthy working environment for staff of all levels.

Take the first step on the road to corporate wellness and contact us without delay by emailing karina@stresslesssolutions.co.uk or telephoning 028 90-436602 to book a place at this seminar. Places are limited and must be pre-booked.

Check out the website for more details of events: http://www.stresslesssolutions.co.uk/

Course Details:
Aimed at Senior Managers, Owner-Managers and Human Resource Managers

Thursday 2nd December - 9.30am to 12.30pm

Belfast Business Centre
23-31 Waring Street

Cost: £120

Cost to Belfast Business Centre clients: £85

New Client marks 2010 milestone at the Belfast Business Centre

2010-11-03T16:53:00.004Z

With the arrival of Lough Shore Investments LLC as our latest office client, the Belfast Business Centre has reached the 2010 milestone of 100% occupancy of serviced office accommodation.

Businesses interested in serviced offices within the centre should contact Elaine Purdy the Facilities Manager to discuss future availability.

Business Telephone Answering, Mailing Address and Virtual Office Services are still available.

Here Today: GONE TOMORROW

2010-11-03T16:16:00.006Z

Belfast Business Centre was pleased to have hosted an exhibition of paintings celebrating the enigma of vision by Rory Bullock.

For those who missed the exhibition, Rory's work can be viewed on his website www.rorybullock.co.uk .

New Client Welcome November 2010

2010-11-02T12:54:00.002Z

The Belfast Business Centre would like to welcome the following new clients:

.Go Fish Design and Print

.Monetary Intelligence

.Orchard Timber Frame Homes Ltd

.Unique Property Management

High Performance Workshop by Universal Coaching Services

2010-10-20T11:22:00.002+01:00

In mid November, in association with Dr Joe Boyle (Boyle Management Development Ltd), Leah McStravick of Universal Coaching Services will be delivering “The High Performance Workshop”, a programme designed to improve participant’s performance at work, and in other areas of life that are important to them.

Leah has discounted the course cost to £180.00 for Belfast Business Centre Clients only.

If you think the course would be of interest please contact Leah directly for course content and application forms, by one of the following methods:

Email: info@u-c-s.co.uk

Telephone: 028 9043 6646

Returning Clients!

2010-10-19T11:30:00.003+01:00

We would like to say welome back to Concept Room and The Sign Co (NI) who have come back to us this month!

We appreciate that you have once again chosen to use the Belfast Business Centre.

New Client Welcome October 2010

2010-10-19T10:59:00.003+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre would like to welcome the following clients who joined us throughout September and October 2010.

.Brady Solicitors

.MMC Accountancy Services

.The Gap Studio

.Associate Engineering Systems

.Reward My Team

.Environmental Damage Management

.Universal Coaching

.Knights Promotions

.Emerald Digital

.LPC Consultancy

.World Desk

.I - Street Property Management

Current Office Availability October 2010

2010-10-06T13:25:00.001+01:00

October 2010

Grosvenor Suite Office 1
Located on the 1st floor of the building.

Spacious 1 - 2 person office.

For further information and pricing, please contact Elaine or Sarah on 02890 439393 or by emailing info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

Facebook for Business Workshop

2010-10-06T09:57:00.002+01:00

This workshop will introduce you to the concept of social media - in particular Facebook - and how it can be used to promote (yourself and) your organisation. There will be a swift, jargon-free run-through of what is available (most of it free). The session will emphasize the practicalities of getting involved with social media, including ongoing time commitment.

Following a short introduction, and a session on developing a Facebook strategy, the remainder of the day will focus entirely on how to use Facebook for business.

All attendees should bring their own Wifi enabled laptop. If you are unsure whether your laptop can connect to Wifi, please contact us before booking.

For a full workshop outline, email info@sensei-winbeforehand.co.uk .

Who should attend?
It is most suitable for those who have no clear strategy for using Facebook for Business, and only a basic working knowledge of the world wide web is assumed. Those who already use some forms of social media (perhaps on a personal basis) will gain an additional insight into how this could be translated to business purposes. And, they will find their knowledge and awareness of the new tools available is increased.

Presenter: Dawn Baird
Dawn Baird is a Partner in Sensei Learning and Performance. She specialises in Training for Trainers; IT Training; Social Media; Customer Service; and Personal and Professional Development (particularly Assertiveness). She also consults on the use of social media in your small business. Dawn teaches in the School of Education, Queens University Belfast and runs regular workshops on social media. She is a prolific blogger and can be found tweeting from dawn 'til dusk!

Belfast Business Centre clients receive a 10% discount.

For information, pricing and for bookings, please click here.

Limited Places Available.

New Client Welcome August 2010!

2010-09-07T10:37:00.002+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre would like to welcome the following new clients who joined us throughout August 2010.

. CashbackCard

. Messianic Testimony

. Respicare

. ATS Global

. Stressless Solutions

. Premier Healthcare Plus

. Bradley Quinn Photography

. The Big Picture Studio

New HSBC Business Advisor

2010-08-13T16:04:00.002+01:00

Jane Steen, our current Business Advisor with the HSBC is going on a sabbatical for a year.

Our new Business Advisor will be Maureen Devine who can be contacted by email on maureendevine@hsbc.com .

Maureen can assist any of clients in the set up of a FREE Business Banking Account and other business services.

We would like to wish Jane well on her trip and look forward to working with Maureen.

Congratulations Clare!!

2010-08-06T10:24:00.004+01:00

A big congratulations goes to Clare Mercer the Receptionist and Events Coordinator at the Belfast Business Centre on achieving NVQ Level 2 Administration.

Clare put a lot of hard work and care into achieving the qualification while working full time at the business centre where she handles clients telephone calls and visitors and ensures all meetings go according to plan.

Since taking on the role in July 2009, Clare has maintained a high level of customer service for clients utilising the meeting and boardrooms within the centre. By offering the meeting and boardroom service to any business requiring a meeting place in Belfast, she has raised the profile of the facilities considerably.

Well Done Clare !

Updated Office Availability August 2010

2010-08-05T12:28:00.002+01:00

August 2010

Lombard Suite Office 2
Located on the first floor of the building.

Spacious 10 person office, currently furnished with its own soft seating and formal meeting area.

Glengall Suite Office
Located on the 2nd floor of the building.

Can be furnished with 2 workstations or a combination of workstation and meeting table.

Grosvenor Suite Office 1
Located on the 1st floor of the building.

Spacious 1 - 2 person office.

For further information and pricing, please contact Elaine or Sarah on 02890 439393 or by emailing info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

New Client Welcome July 2010!

2010-07-26T14:58:00.003+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre would like to welcome the following new clients:

Licensed Solutions

Cool Art NI

Peter Doherty Land and Property

FIT

Kate Doherty Investigations

Green Energy Technologies

Meadowvale Property

Efficient Marketing

Lift and Electrical Services

Finlay Horse Boxes NI

Khara Pringle Photographic

New Reviews for Belfast Business Centre on Bizwiki!

2010-07-22T15:03:00.003+01:00

We would like to thank the following people who have reviewed us on Bizwiki :

Malcolm Dryburgh, Exornia

Stuart Johnston, Johnston North

Peter McCleery, Sugarcane Coffee Company

We appreciate your continued support!

Office Availability Update July 2010

2010-07-21T10:27:00.002+01:00

Lombard Suite Office 2
Located on the first floor of the building.

Spacious office for up to 10 people, currently furnished with its own soft seating and formal meeting area.

Glengall Suite Office
Located on the 2nd floor of the building. Can be furnished with 2 workstations or a combination of workstation and meeting table.

Grosvenor Suite Office 1
Located on the 1st floor of the building. Spacious 1 - 2 person office.

For further information and pricing, please contact Elaine or Sarah on 02890 439393 or by emailing info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

Holiday Telephone Answering Service!

2010-06-30T16:21:00.003+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre can answer your Business Telephone Calls in your company name while you or your colleagues are on holiday, and email you all messages received.

All you need to do is obtain a telephone number from me which you will use to divert your existing number to. The Telephone Answering Service is £5 per week plus VAT and can be set up immediately.

This ensures that you do not miss any calls, enables you to manage urgent ones and have a relaxing holiday!

If you are interested in further information or would like to set up the service, contact Elaine at 028 9043 9393.

Current Office Availability Update June 2010

2010-06-17T08:49:00.003+01:00

Firstly congratulations to Brendan Rice, the new Senior Developer with Amaze Technology . With the new addition to the team, Amaze Technologies have outgrown their Exchange Suite Office and have moved to the more spacious York Suite!

We would also like to welcome Tereen from Towry who is moving into the Exchange Suite on 6th July!

For information on our current office availability please visit our website .

New Client Welcome - June 2010

2010-06-11T13:43:00.003+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre would like to welcome the following new clients:

.GWhizz PR and Entertainment

.Style Northern Ireland

.IBEV

.Prystal Project Solutions

.All Season Roof Systems

.JC Solutions

.Glisten Magazine

.Three Sixty Degrees North

.KMG Property Services

.Urban Sites Displays

.Perrem Design Hardware

.NW Global Logistics

.Independent Search Solutions

.Property Source NI

.Carlin Property Sales and Lettings

.9Dots PR

.C + M Cleaning Services

Business Meetings

2010-04-26T11:04:00.002+01:00

As Business travel returns to normal, reorganise your meetings at the Belfast Business Centre.

Disruptions to Meetings?

2010-04-19T13:38:00.002+01:00

Ensure you and your team don't miss out on important meetings due to the ongoing travel disruptions!

Contact us to utilise our soundstation teleconferencing system.

Tel 02890 439393

Email info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

Website www.belfastbusinesscentre.com

Serviced Apartment Update

2010-04-14T14:00:00.002+01:00

Our serviced apartment will not be available until October 2010! Keep an eye out for any updates.

Export Technologies/Trade Talk Continued Success and Growth!

2010-04-08T13:30:00.004+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre wishes continued success to Export Technologies and Trade Talk.

Based in the Belfast Business Centre since 2005, Daniel Loughlin has grown his companies, Export Technologies and Trade Talk, from a one man operation to that of a highly qualified team of 11 before having to make the decision to relocate in order to be able to accommodate their 2010 expansion plans.

While it is sad to see this fantastic group of people leave the centre, it has been a great opportunity and success story for the Belfast Business Centre, Export Technologies and Trade Talk as all three companies started at similar times and have gone from strength to strength together.

New Client Update - March 2010

2010-03-05T13:48:00.002Z

We would like to welcome the following new clients to the Belfast Business Centre:

.Fortfield Construction

.Ireland North Tourism

.Diatec

Services Presentation

2010-03-04T12:02:00.002Z

The Belfast Business Centre

Business Information Pack Update!

2010-02-17T13:55:00.002Z

We have updated our business information pack with new information and clients!

Click the link below to visit the information pack on our website
www.belfastbusinesscentre.com/businessinformationpack/

If you are an existing Belfast Business Centre client and are interested in being in the Business Information Pack please contact Elaine or Sarah on 02890 43 93 93 or by emailing info@belfastbusinesscentre.com

New Client Update February 2010!

2010-02-11T09:18:00.002Z

We would like to welcome the following new clients to the Belfast Business Centre:

. Net Cohesion
www.netcohesion.co.uk

. My Surgery Website

. Simply Posh Ltd
www.simplyposhltd.co.uk

. AER Ltd

.Sportopps
www.sportopps.com

New Client Welcome - January 2010!

2010-01-18T15:48:00.004Z

The Belfast Business Centre would like to welcome the following new clients:

.Lewis and Baxter Architects
www.lewisandbaxter.co.uk

.JK Pubs

.Car Benefit Finance

.Kulawe
www.kulawe.com

.Panavision
www.panavision.co.uk

.Business Engineered Solutions
www.businessengineeredsolutions.com

.Train'd Up
www.traindup.org

.Insolvency Services

. ENCY Studios

.Acvenco Systems

.Kitchens Direct NI
www.kitchensdirectni.com

.Simply Belfast

.Cash Flow Services
www.cashflowservices.com

.Lotus Works
www.lotusworks.com

.Studio 23

.Commingle

.Advance Systems

.First Step

.Infinity IT

Room Hire from £7.50 + VAT!

2009-09-18T12:03:00.002+01:00

Consultation Rooms 1 & 2 can now be hired by the half hour.

Normal Client Discount Rates Apply.

For full details contact Clare or Sarah.

Photographs by Vestra Photography

2009-09-16T12:21:00.002+01:00

Photographs taken for the Belfast Business Centre website, including the photo of our new roof terrace are courtesy of Vestra Photography.

Vestra Photography are a new and exciting company and have just launched their website showcasing a unique and original collection of land, waterscapes, nature, urban and black and white photographs.

Vestra Photography also provide a customised framing service and carry out commissioned and commercial work.

View the website: www.vestraphotography.com
Or
Contact Keira: keira@vestraphotography.com

New Addition to The Centre

2009-09-16T12:19:00.001+01:00

Visit our beautiful, decked roof terrace in the heart of the city and enjoy the views of the Cavehill, Belfast Wheel and City Hall.

Clients of the Belfast Business Centre can now relax using this newly introduced facility.

Our thanks go to: Paul Brennan Contracts, Macspec, Hillside Nursery Centre, Tabula and Cleantec.

NEW CLIENT WELCOME

2009-09-16T09:23:00.002+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre would like to welcome the following new clients

.Ross Planning
www.rossplanning.co.uk

.Parking Enforcement Agency
www.peaparking.eu

.Online Finance Department
www.onlinefinancedept.com

.Accelerator
www.accsimple.com

.Off The Wall Creations

.EA Oven Cleaning

.True Channel

.Edward Walsh and Co Chartered Accountants

.JC Global

.Green Oak Publishing

Client to Client Offers - Fast Tech

2009-08-21T15:04:00.004+01:00

FastTech provide a range of essential IT Support services, including PC Management,
Server Management, Network Management, Mobile Phone contracts and Blackberry Email
Support on a flat rate subscription basis to small and medium sized businesses.

We help reduce the hidden costs of running your IT infrastructure, which can be considerable. We also remove many of the daily hassles involved with using and managing technology, so you can get on with your business.

We view ourselves as an extension of your business which is why every customer engagement begins with a free technology review with one of our technology consultants. It's the best way for us to understand your business and start building an on-going relationship.

The more we know about your business, the more return you will see from your investment with us.

*Special Offer to all Belfast Business Centre Clients – 10% off ALL Professional Services*

To find out how FastTech can help your company, please call and speak to Garrett Murphy on 028 95811555

Client to Client Offers - Engage MC

2009-08-21T14:59:00.005+01:00

Engage MC is an Online Marketing Consultancy that works closely with clients to create strategic solutions that substantially raise their profile, generate new business and get results.

Offering fully or partially managed email marketing, reputation monitoring, online PR, search advertising and affiliate management services, clients receive a service individually tailored to their business and their needs. This tailored approach enables businesses to see the results almost immediately and the close working relationship with Engage MC ensures a greater flexibility to move with technology and the marketplace.

We would like to offer The Belfast Business Centre Clients a free initial consultation and 10% off their first Online Marketing service. Please quote BBC08

Contact Madeleine at 028 9043 6606 hello@engagemc.com

Client to Client Offers - Export Technologies

2009-08-21T13:17:00.004+01:00

Export Technologies is an award winning web design and support company with a very real difference. Having written, tested and introduced an Internet Retail Platform with E-Commerce software, existing clients of Export Technology securely transacts millions of pounds of sales each month. This unique design also includes Stock control, EPOS as well as handling complex areas such as country specific shipping models, multi-currency, multi-language and tax translations. With no initial cost to the client for the design of their website, Export Technologies enter into a long lasting and profitable association with their clients.

A relatively new company, Export Technologies has a small core of excellent staff with a knowledge base and support service second to none.

# Export Technologies offer a free ecommerce consultation to all Business Centre Clients

#Export Technologies also offer £1000 cash for any customer referral from a Business Centre Client who goes on to sign up for an IRP

Contact Alan at 028 9043 6633 or alan@exporttechnologies.com

Service Update

2009-08-10T14:40:00.004+01:00

Welcome to our services update. As many companies restructure to meet changing circumstances, we want to let you know what is available to you within the Belfast Business Centre.

Serviced Office Space, Glengall Suite Office:
Two Person Office
Available from September 2009
Licence Fee of £700 per month + VAT

Other Services available within the Belfast Business Centre include:
*Telephone Answering Service - £19.50 per month + VAT
*Mailing Address Service - £30 per month + VAT
*Virtual Office Service - £49.50 per month + VAT
*Boardroom Hire– from £25 per hour + VAT
*Serviced Apartment - £98 per night + VAT
For more information please click the above links.

You are very welcome to call in and see our premises, meet the staff and find out which of our services would be most appropriate.

NEW CLIENT WELCOME

2009-08-10T13:58:00.002+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre would like to welcome the following new clients:

*Doodson Motorsport

*Patent Nav
http://www.patentnav.com

*CP Futures

*Planet 77

*Equity Release NI

*Panavision

New + Innovative Programme Helping People into Self Employment

2009-07-16T15:07:00.002+01:00

The Belfast Metrolpolitan College is holding a Self Employment seminar here at the Belfast Business Centre in August 2009.

A group of speakers will give a short presentation on their experiences of starting a company and the Belfast Business Centre's Facilities Manager, Elaine, will talk about the advantages of services available in the centre.

This new and innovative programme is aimed at helping people progress into employment or self employment. The course runs on Tuesday nights. Applications are welcome throughout the year.

For more information on the course and to find out how to get on board, contact Rosemary Martin on tel: 028 9026 5041 or by email: rmartin@belfastmet.ac.uk

For Meeting Room hire contact the Belfast Business Centre.

New Client Welcome!

2009-07-16T14:46:00.003+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre would like to welcome the following new clients:

*Rumble Labs
www.rumblelabs.com

*Frontline Security
www.fsg.ie

*Morgan Consultancy

*BPT Electrical
www.bptelectricalltd.co.uk

*Utilitex

*Clive Wylie

*Addis and Prentice Solicitors

*APF Consulting

*IRT Consult
www.irt.ie

*Advance Software
www.advancesoftware.com

*This IS
www.thisis.eu

*Think Studio
www.thinkstudio.co.uk

*Think Networks
www.thinknetworks.co.uk

*Outdoor Concepts
www.outdoorconcepts.co.uk

NEW APPOINTMENT

2009-07-16T13:16:00.001+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre is pleased to welcome Clare Mercer as their Receptionist/Events Co-Ordinator.

As the new face of the Belfast Business Centre, Clare is looking forward to working with our clients and we believe her bright and bubbly personality can only enhance the service our clients receive.

Experienced in organising events within the Public and Private Sectors, Clare plans to focus on providing to meeting and event co-ordinators, a quality and seamless service.

Welcome to Michelle

2009-04-06T09:47:00.002+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre is pleased to welcome Michelle McDowell as their new receptionist. Michelle joined the company in early March and will handle all client telephone calls and visitors to the centre.

Michelle will also take on the responsibility as co-ordinator for meeting and conference events within the centre.

We wish Michelle good luck in her new role and hope she finds the job enjoyable and rewarding.

Risk Free Marketing Testing

2008-12-16T13:01:00.002Z

The current downturn in the economy has given a major boost to the The Belfast Business Centre's Virtual Office Service. The service has been designed to provide a professional call answering and mail receipt service for any company from start ups and SMEs to multinationals and establishes the company’s presence in their client’s region without the traditional start up costs of premises and staff.

With a one month minimum agreement, Businesses have a dedicated Belfast Telephone number, a prestigious Belfast City Centre BT1 business address.
The cost of this service is £49.50 plus VAT per month.
Additional Services include Call redirection,Fax receipt/transmission, Mail Forwarding.
Discounted meeting and boardroom hire and City Centre Serviced apartment hire on a nightly basis and Business support services are also available.

This option which is proving very popular with businesses from a wide range of industries can also be used by other office locations to divert calls to the centre when staff are absent from their office during leave or sickness.

New Client Welcome

2008-06-17T13:54:00.007+01:00

The Belfast Business Centre welcomes new clients

The Sign Company

All Skips

MCL Digital
http://www.mcldigital.co.uk/

Sectra Ltd
www.sectra.com

Rural Development Council
www.rdc.org.uk

Gibson Wealth Management

SRL Training International

Century Stone

Ulstertrader.com
http://www.ulstertrader.com/

Ulstercom

Keystone Insurance

http://www.belfastbusinesscentre.com/

Smart Alternative to Commercial Mortgages

2008-05-07T15:02:00.000+01:00

With the credit crunch continuing to bite and commercial mortgages harder to find, it’s no surprise that the serviced and virtual office industry is benefiting from the economic downturn.

Small and medium sized companies are attracted to serviced offices by transparent cost structures, immediate availability and short term agreements that make budgeting easy.

Companies are not keen to invest in commercial property while returns are low and the market uncertain and are waiting to see how long the credit crunch will last. We have experienced a notable increase in demand for serviced offices which reflects the cautionary mood of local businesses. Government investment in Northern Ireland has also increased the demand for serviced office accommodation as companies testing the Northern Ireland market, use the facilities to prepare bids and support new contracts.