Hendy Group has appointed Natasha Mead as its new head of people as the company continues to be a market leader in the automotive world. Natasha joins Hendy Group’s senior leadership team from DIY giant B&Q where she worked in its people team for 12 years and said she was delighted to be joining Hendy at such an important time in its history. “Hendy Group has a great ethos and attitude to people development and I’m really looking forward to my role which will be to support and develop the talent already here to empower our line managers to thrive in the business as it continues to grow,” said Natasha. “It’s great being part of a company which is committed to providing long term careers for people and the number of long serving colleagues is testament to the importance the company places on colleague development.” Sarah Martyn, director – people and organisational development, said Natasha will lead the people operations team working closely with senior leaders to develop future talent within the company. “Her wealth of experience working in a large customer-facing company means Natasha is well-placed to be an integral part of the senior leadership team and she has quickly become an important part of the business,” said Sarah. Natasha takes over the role as head of people from Clare Hendy who is now project lead for the group’s HR Information System. Married with three young daughters, Natasha says that outside work she enjoys fitness activities with her family and travelling.

St Austell Brewery has acquired The Bath Pub Company, further growing and strengthening its 184-strong West Country pub estate. The deal, which has completed today for an undisclosed amount, sees the independent company take over the operation of four of Bath’s most well-known pubs. The Locksbrook Inn, The Moorfields and The Hare & Hounds bring the total number of sites in St Austell Brewery’s managed pub estate to 43. The Marlborough Tavern is now part of the company’s leased and tenanted estate and will continue to be operated by Justin Sleath, The Bath Pub Company’s co-founder and commercial director. Kevin Georgel, Chief Executive, St Austell Brewery said: “We’re extremely proud to become the new owners of such a high-quality and well-respected pub company in Bath." “We are fully committed to developing the quality and size of our pub estate. As such, we are investing significantly in our existing pubs, whilst also acquiring new sites and businesses such as The Bath Pub Company." "The Locksbrook Inn, The Moorfields, The Hare & Hounds and The Marlborough Tavern all have a strong alignment with our long-term plans and are a perfect fit for us, in terms of market and consumer positioning." “We’re looking forward to working closely with the team and building on Joe and Justin’s success in this next chapter.” Joe Cussens, Managing Director and co-founder, The Bath Pub Company said: “St Austell Brewery is a fellow independent business, rooted in the West Country, which we have respected and admired for a long time. In fact, I first met Kevin Georgel back in 2006 when we initially took on The Marlborough Tavern." “Justin and I are very confident that, as a company which shares our values, St Austell Brewery is the custodian best suited for the next stage of The Bath Pub Company’s development." “We’re very proud of the business as it is today and know St Austell Brewery has the resources and know-how to grow it further to release the full potential of the pubs in the years to come.” The acquisition of The Bath Pub Company further strengthens St Austell Brewery’s presence in and around Bath where it already owns four tenanted pubs - The Griffin, The Swan, The Hop Pole and The Salamander. The company also acquired Bath Ales in 2017, a deal which included a brewery in Warmley and a local distribution network. Earlier this year, St Austell Brewery announced a joint venture with the directors of ETM Group to launch a series of premium sports bars in the West County - Ludo Sports Bar & Kitchen. The first Ludo site opened in Bath this summer.

Derby-based specialist contractor Cawarden has won a place on a £8 billion framework deal. Procure Partnerships Framework has appointed 87 contractors to its second-generation National Framework. The body has been operating and delivering a successful national contractor framework across England for the past four years, supporting the delivery of over 150 projects year on year. 35 contractors were reappointed on the next iteration of the framework, which is set to be the biggest framework ever awarded across the UK, structured across 9 sub-regional lots covering 5 value bands starting at 50K and going up to 50M+. 65% of contractors within the lots up to £15m are small to medium enterprises. The successful bidders will now cover four disciplines: Construction, Decarbonisation and Retrofit, Demolition and Site Preparation, and Infrastructure. Procure Partnerships Framework will start to support the procurement of projects from 1st November, and successful bidders will lend to its success for the next 4 years until 2027. Faye Dolan, Head of National Frameworks commented: “It was of paramount importance to Procure Partnerships Framework that the new framework addresses the growing needs of the industry, whilst ensuring clients have access to specialist contractors for their projects." "As a result, we are delighted to have some new faces on the framework which will bring invaluable expertise to our clients and their projects. The new iteration of the framework is set to transform public and private sector procurement and we look forward to seeing what Cawarden achieves over the next four years.” Oliver Crooks, Commercial Director said: “We are excited to have earned a spot on the Procure Partnerships Framework. Our goal is to work together to secure new opportunities and provide our demolition and site preparation expertise to deliver quality projects.”

Brewers were thrilled to be able to help Minstead Trust once again with the donation of woodcare products to paint their Health and Wellbeing Hut at Minstead Lodge. We donated 90L of Ronseal One Coat Fencelife in Forest Green to protect the timber of the Health and Wellbeing Hut, whilst adding a fresh new colour! The final result looks fantastic and we can’t wait to see people enjoying the refreshed space. Petra Palser from Minstead Trust said: “Minstead Trust supports over 300 people with learning disabilities along the south coast from Poole to Portsmouth and Minstead Lodge is the central hub for all our operations." "The buildings and grounds were gifted to the charity by the founder, Tim Selwood, and provide some amazing opportunities for people with learning disabilities to learn crafts such as pottery, felting, weaving, woodwork, gardening and more. Maintaining the grounds and the buildings is costly for a charity and we rely a lot on volunteers and the generosity of people and businesses to keep everything going.” “Our Health and Wellbeing Hut is of huge importance to the people we support, it provides a sensory space away from the hustle and bustle of the other activities. Groups of 2 – 8 people attend one of three sessions every day in meditation, drama and dance. The building was in desperate need of re-painting before the wood degraded and without Brewers generous donation of paint and brushes for the job, we would not have managed this before winter when the weather would have made things even worse.” “Thank you so much for preserving this space for us, in the session that I sat in on last Thursday afternoon it was plain to see the need for, and the incredible worth of, this space for the people who use it.”

Long-serving landlord Gerry Dolan retired from The Westminster Arms after exactly three decades behind the bar. Gerry, 68, began managing the central London pub, which has been owned by independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame for the past 15 years, on September 4, 1993. His long pub career started in his home town of Cavan, Ireland where he worked as a barman before moving to Dublin and then to London in 1989. It was rounded off with some emotional moments for him as past and present colleagues, as well as a few well-known faces including former UKIP leader Nigel Farage, popped by to see him. Gerry said: “I purposely timed my retirement to coincide with my 30th anniversary at the pub. It has been an amazing three decades - I’ve served everybody. You name it, they’ve been here – Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Bob Geldof and Prince Edward. I think a lot of the celebrities come in here because we never bother them. They just come in here for a quiet drink.” The Westminster Arms is in the heart of political London, a stone’s throw from the Houses of Parliament. A particular favourite with MPs, it features a division bell so they can dash back to the House in time for the vote. Gerry said: “I have a lot of happy memories. We have seen everything here, and have been at the heart of so many momentous events as the pub is in such a central location." “But we got to the point where we wanted a rest – though I feel a bit emotional. I will definitely miss London.” Gerry and wife Marie have three children and are awaiting the arrival of a fifth grandchild next month. The couple are retiring to their home in West Sussex, and immediate plans include playing golf and a month-long holiday, though Gerry is still planning on keeping busy in his retirement, saying: “I won’t be sat in front of the telly, that’s for sure!” Shepherd Neame Chief Executive Jonathan Neame said: “Gerry and Marie have done a fantastic job at The Westminster Arms over many years, and particularly during the past 15 years with Shepherd Neame, creating a very successful pub with a loyal customer base. They are hugely popular and will be much missed. I would like to personally thank them for their hard work and enthusiasm and wish them every success for the future.”

While the specific pillars of success for family businesses can vary depending on the industry, size, and individual circumstances, here are 12 key characteristics that are generally associated with the long-term success of family businesses. Clear Vision and Values : Establish a clear and shared vision for the business, along with a set of values that guide decision-making and behaviour within the family and the company and ensure that they are fully embedded within the culture of the organisation too. Strong Leadership : Cultivate effective leadership within the family and the business, with a focus on both family and non-family members who possess the necessary skills and expertise to ensure the success of the business going forward. Effective Governance : Implement governance structures and processes that address issues like succession planning, conflict resolution, and decision-making to ensure the business's long-term viability. Effective governance also needs to take into account the need to provide an appropriate framework to manage the relationship between the family and the business, as well as all of the other stakeholders too. Succession Planning : Develop a well-thought-out succession plan that identifies and prepares the next generation of leaders, while considering merit-based appointments. Successful family firms start the process as early as possible with open and honest conversations which then need to be implemented appropriately. In many instances the transition from first to second generation is the hardest as it is the first time that a family have been through the process. Professionalism : Promote professionalism in all aspects of the business, from hiring practices to performance evaluations, to ensure that the best interests of the business are prioritized. Communication : Establish open and transparent communication channels within the family and the organization to prevent misunderstandings and conflicts. Communication is crucial to success and needs to be clear, open and transparent. Adaptability : Be adaptable and willing to embrace change, innovation, and new technologies to stay competitive in a dynamic business environment. Financial Discipline : Practice prudent financial management, including budgeting, financial reporting, and managing debt, to ensure the business's financial stability. It is also important when it comes to finance that the family and business are separated to ensure that the business is financially sustainable and that family members do not become dependent on dividends from the business to fund their own lifestyles which can be to the detriment of the business. Customer Focus : Prioritise customer satisfaction by consistently delivering value and quality products or services that meet their needs. Talent Development : Invest in the development and training of employees, including family members, to enhance their skills and capabilities. Family businesses are well known for investing in the development of their people with many employees spending their entire working life with one family firm. Family businesses however should not become complacent as the new generation of employees are keen to grow and fulfil their full potential and may not be as committed to one firm in the same way their predecessors were. Investment and career development is therefore an important tool for family firms when it comes to recruitment, retention and motivation of staff. Community Engagement : Engage with and contribute to the local community, fostering goodwill and building a positive reputation. Long-Term Thinking : Maintain a long-term perspective, with an emphasis on sustainability, rather than short-term gains, to ensure the business's longevity. These pillars are interconnected and serve as a foundation for the success of family businesses. They help address the unique challenges and opportunities that arise when personal and professional interests overlap within a family-owned business and successful family businesses adapt and evolve with these underlying principles helping to drive decision making. Obviously, these pillars are not prescriptive and times change, not forgetting that each family has different traits and ambitions, but clearly documented, communicated and followed pillars like those above stand family firms in good stead to achieve their goals and remain in business for years to come.

Good Travel Management Ltd, the Yorkshire-based travel management company has acquired the corporate customer base of London and South-East based, Wexas Travel Management. The acquisition, for an undisclosed amount, will add 70% growth to the turnover of the Hessle-based corporate travel operator and the deal sees all 21 business travel employees from Wexas joining Good Travel Management bringing their headcount to more than 50. Kevin Harrison, MD of Good Travel Management said, “We’ve been an admirer of Wexas’ corporate business for a number of years. They’re known for high quality service, delivered by a very experienced team. In an industry where the quality of people makes the difference, we believe this acquisition complements our business and aspirations perfectly.” The newly acquired team will continue to work from their central London location, with support from Good Travel Management’s team in Hessle. With GTM boasting a range of new services and tools to help clients book travel better and make smarter choices when it comes to travel and business’ ESG policies, Harrison is confident of a bright future, “The joining of these two corporate travel teams will create benefits for both sets of customers and this acquisition reinforces our commitment to delivering the best travel service experience for customers. Together, we will continue to shape the future of corporate travel while leaving a positive impact on the travellers and businesses we serve." The John Good business can trace its travel industry routes back to the late 1890s, at which time it was looking after passengers travelling to and from Scandinavia. In 1946 it became one of the first travel management companies to be recognised by IATA. Today, Good Travel Management is a proud member of the John Good Group of companies, which traces its roots back to 1833. The group compromises of interests in shipping, logistics, warehousing, property and travel.

Over the course of 100 years, Disney has entranced the world with its enchanting universe. Meanwhile, for 24 years, the LEGO Group has been spreading the magic and boundless potential for creative play to fans all around the world. This calls for a celebration, and the LEGO Group is doing so in collaboration with LEGO House in Billund. In honour of the anniversary and the launch of the new LEGO® Disney Castle as well as Disney’s 100th anniversary, three talented female artists – Lakwena Maciver from London, UK, Amy Jones from Paris, France and Kristin Texeira from New York, USA – have created four expansive castle window murals using LEGO bricks. The stunning murals draw inspiration from the storytelling and possibilities of the new LEGO set. The murals feature some of the artists’ favourite Disney characters from the last 100 years including Mickey Mouse, Cinderella, Ariel, Tiana, Mirabel, Daisy Duck and Pixar's Woody and Buzz Lightyear, who also now feature in LEGO Disney sets, surrounded by the artists’ own unique style. The first mosaic, created by artist Lakwena Maciver, was unveiled on the 21st of June at Tower Bridge in London. The remaining three windows, each standing at 4.5 meters in height, have been built throughout the summer by Disney and LEGO fans and families at building events in Manchester (UK), Paris (France) and New York (USA). World premiere at LEGO House The four artworks are now exhibited together for the first time at LEGO Square, the large open space in the center of LEGO House, with free access for public. Kathrine Kirk Muff, Managing Director of LEGO House, is thrilled to invite everyone to the largest special exhibition in the history of the house: “There is something poetic about the LEGO Group’s celebration of Disney's 100th anniversary culminating here at the LEGO House in Billund, where the LEGO story, our own fantastic adventure, began just over 90 years ago." "When we gather the four giant mosaics at LEGO Square, it will be our biggest and one of the most impressive exhibitions to date, a must-see for all Disney and LEGO fans. These impressive mosaics illustrates the endless possibilities of the LEGO bricks which the LEGO House is all about,” says Kathrine Kirk Muff. Around the four giant mosaics, visitors can admire some of the many popular LEGO | Disney sets released since the LEGO Group launched the very first LEGO® DULPO® Winnie the Pooh set 24 years ago. Of course, the new LEGO | Disney Disney Castle is also there by the LEGO Store, filled with references to no less than 14 Disney film classics - from Snow White (the very first Disney Princess) and Cinderella to Rapunzel and Moana, as well as a tiny "time capsule" with memories from 100 years of Disney films. Two magical brands Benedikte Stamp is the Creative Design Lead for LEGO | Disney and has been involved in developing the celebration of Disney's 100th anniversary and the four magical mosaics. When asked about the partnership and the campaign, Benedikte said: “Over the last century, Disney has created some of the world’s greatest stories which are loved by generation after generation. Just like these stories, LEGO play transcends age, language, culture and interests to inspire millions of children to build and create anything they can imagine. As a designer, it’s my role to bring together the magic of the two brands and give fans of all ages the chance to celebrate their love for Disney stories through building. The four mosaics are an outstanding example of how this can be achieved, and I am tremendously excited to see them all together at LEGO House.”

There’s a huge intergenerational wealth transfer brewing, as baby boomers start to think about passing on their assets. Private Client Director, Luke Ashton, from our partners at Brooks Macdonald shows you how you can get ready for the handover. And with priorities shifting across the generations, it should be interesting. Why Is Inter-Generational Wealth Transfer Such A Hot Topic Right Now? The baby boomer generation hold a lot of wealth in this country, and they’re getting older. Inheritance tax has always been a hot topic, and following the announcement in the last autumn statement that the threshold where it kicks in has been frozen until 2028, it’s now an even hotter topic. My colleague Leanne Harvey talks more about inheritance tax in her article on estate planning. Also, given the current financial climate, transferring wealth is one of many financial milestones that can seem more complex than it did before. What’s The Best Way To Introduce The Next Generation To Money Management? Education and support are crucial, so start them young. Children can learn by managing pocket and birthday money, balancing spending with saving. Set a good example and get them involved with savings accounts and Junior ISAs. We encourage our clients to involve their adult family in our financial review meetings, particularly as they prepare to pass their wealth on. It’s a great way for the younger generation to become familiar with their family finances. How Can I Encourage The Next Generation To Value Money They Inherit? It’s good to foster an appreciation of family money and how it was achieved. Talk about where the money comes from and get children to spend time around the business, the properties or the work environment. When passing on wealth, it’s not unusual to have concerns about how it may be spent. We can help address these concerns by putting a nominal amount in an investment account for each child, or by setting up a philanthropic trust. Another big worry is that family wealth will be lost through divorce. We can make sure your money goes where you want it to, with various options for appropriate trusts - perhaps to pay for grandchildren’s education. What Else Can I Do To Ensure A Smooth Transition? Be organised and keep clear records in a suitable place where the right people know where to find them. Sorting out an estate is really time consuming and difficult, especially for someone who is grieving. If you have your affairs in order, your family will be in a good place to move forward. Write a will and set up power of attorney, so that someone else is able to organise your affairs for you, if you are unable to. Take professional advice – not just from a wealth manager, but also from accountants and/or solicitors. Professional advisers can provide continuity and some helpful handholding. Gauge your heirs’ interests and capabilities – for example, will they take over the business or would it be wiser to sell in advance? Most people give away wealth when it feels right for a number of reasons. They think the person they’re giving it to is in a good place financially, with a good understanding and the right attitude to working and spending. But, even if your children are in the right place, are you? Take some time to mentally prepare yourself to hand over control. It’s natural to worry about the future, and particularly the next generation, but there’s a lot you can do to ease the way. Some thoughtful preparation can make all the difference for a smooth financial transition. 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Little’s Chauffeur Drive, a family owned business based in Glasgow today announced a partnership with Family Business United (FBU) to provide the vehicle that will be used for the duration of the Scottish Family Business Road Trip 2023 which is organised by Family Business United. The partnership will see the chauffeur driven car support a week long tour of family businesses across Scotland as part of the Scottish Family Business Road Trip that is taking place from October 2-6 and will showcase family businesses and their significant impact on the national economy. From their headquarters in Scotland, Little’s provide a comprehensive chauffeur drive service on a global scale. For over 50 years, their clients have trusted them to deliver award-winning business services and leisure tours with efficiency, professionalism and discretion. “We are delighted to partner with Family Business United,” said Heather Matthews, Managing Director of Little’s Chauffeur Drive. “We were involved with this event a couple of years ago and it was a fantastic celebration of the family business community in Scotland, something that resonates closely with us as a family business ourselves. We are delighted to be providing the car to enable Paul and the team at Family Business United visit as many family firms as possible during this week long tour that will take in family firms in and around Glasgow, Edinburgh, Stirling and the Borders." "It shines the light on family firms across many sectors, sizes and generations and we are really happy to be a part of it.” “We are excited to partner with Littles as it adds real authenticity to the trip given that they are a family business and it also ensures that we make the most of our time in Scotland,” added Paul Andrews, CEO of Family Business United. “They have plenty of experience of organising events and tours and we are thrilled to leave this to the family business experts in this field. The Scottish Family Business Road Trip is a special event, firmly fixed in our annual calendar where we get to go behind the scenes of family firms, conduct interviews with family business owners in their own place of work and each year their pride, passion and entrepreneurial spirit comes to the fore." "There is something truly special about family businesses, many having the family name above the door, an undeniable essence for doing business the right way, looking after their staff and they care. They care about their people, their businesses and the communities in which they operate and it is a real pleasure to meet them where the magic happens." "Family business matters and this event really does help to put the family business sector on the map. We are truly appreciative of the support from Little’s in making it happen once again.” As well as Little’s the Scottish Family Business Road Trip is supported by sponsors Brooks Macdonald, AAB, Turcan Connell and Western Pension Solutions.

Sibling businesses from the Yorkshire coast have collaborated to launch two unique drinks. The teams at Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery and sister company Wold Top Brewery have announced the dual launch of Filey Bay IPA Finish Batch #2 and Barrel Wave 2023 respectively. Matured first in ex-Bourbon casks and then finished in second-generation IPA casks, Filey Bay IPA Finish Batch #2 is fruity and biscuity with green apple notes and a slightly hoppy flavour profile that makes for a distinctive single malt. It is described as ‘light, fruity and biscuity with notes of green apple, pear drops, lemon cake and hops.' Barrel Wave 2023 spent over a year in casks that latterly held Filey Bay whisky, extracting the creamy, vanilla notes from the wood whilst leaving hops and apple notes behind. Within hours of the beer being disgorged, the casks were refilled with mature Filey Bay whisky and left to finish further for several months. Of the launch, Spirit of Yorkshire's Whisky Director, Joe Clark said: "Single malt whisky matured in IPA casks is a very rare thing, and ones from field to bottle distilleries like ours are even rarer." "Filey Bay IPA Finish Batch #2 is a unique whisky on many levels, tying together the farm, brewery and distillery perfectly into one whisky. These casks have now done two cycles of IPA, yielding two batches of beers: Barrel Wave 2021 is 9.1% abv and spent eight months in cask; Barrel Wave 2023, is 8.5% abv and spent 14 months in cask. The charging of the casks with the beer after whisky in turn imbues the casks with wonderful flavours readying them for filling with mature whisky again for further finishing to create our latest IPA Finish." "Without our farm, brewery and distillery, it would be impossible to create casks or a whisky quite like this. These very special casks are amongst the most unique in our warehouse and, now being second generation, some of the rarest in the whisky industry." "Barrel Wave 2023 is a beautifully rounded, smooth, full-bodied beer where hints of soft citrus fruits and hoppy bitter notes marry with the light, creamy, vanilla flavours of the Filey Bay whisky," said Brewery Director, Alex Balchin. Filey Bay IPA Finish Batch #2, 46% ABV costs £65 and is available from the distillery shop in Hunmanby, online at spiritofyorkshire.com and from selected specialist retailers nationwide. Barrel Wave 2023 costs £5.94 and is available online at woldtopbrewery.co.uk and spiritofyorkshire.com, from the distillery shop and from Wold Top's network of stockists nationwide. Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery is Yorkshire's first single malt whisky distillery and is one of only a handful of distilleries that grows all of the barley for its whisky production. It was founded in 2016 by Tom Mellor and David Thompson. Wold Newton-based Wold Top was founded in 2003 by Tom and Gill Mellor and is located on the Mellor family farm. The team uses home-grown barley and water from the farm's borehole to produce a range of award-winning cask, keg and bottled beers that are available throughout Yorkshire and nationwide.

Hundreds of cyclists are set to climb into the saddle next month to put some pedal power into JCB’s £2 million NSPCC Appeal. The cycling event on Sunday, September 17th will cover three picturesque routes of either 50, 70 or 100 kilometres around Staffordshire and Derbyshire. All money raised will go to JCB’s NSPCC Appeal which will fund the charity’s work in Staffordshire. The initiative is the brainchild of JCB Principal Electrical Engineer Aaron Turner who has founded the JCB Cycling Club and has been cycling for more than a decade. The event - called the JCB Sportive - will start and finish at JCB’s World HQ in Rocester. Last year’s inaugural event attracted 250 riders and raised £10,000 for the NSPCC. Aaron Turner said: “Last year’s event was successful on many fronts: we had a great turn out from cyclists from all over the country and it raised a huge amount of money for the NSPCC. We want to make this year’s JCB Sportive even bigger and better. It will be great fun and there are distances to suit several cycling abilities.” Registration for the JCB Sportive event here and the entry fee is £35 for the 50km route, £40 for 70kms and £45 for 100kms. The event is open to both JCB employees and members of the public. JCB launched its £2 million NSPCC Appeal – the biggest in its history – in July. The appeal will culminate in 2025 when JCB celebrates its 80th birthday – and 40 years of support for the UK’s leading children’s charity. It was through Carole Bamford that the NSPCC originally became JCB’s nominated charity, with millions of pounds raised over the years.