Artist Ian Fennelly gets inspired by Capital of Culture and exhibits his iconic cityscapes

Chester’s famous Watergate St Gallery is back on tour, this time in Liverpool with Ian Fennelly, acclaimed Merseyside based artist. The exhibition is free for all members of the public and will showcase iconic Liverpool landmarks and buildings captured with Fennelly’s typical charm.

When: Tuesday 11th November (VIP and press launch night from 6pm) - late December

Where: RENEW Rooms, The Tea Factory, 82 Wood Street, Liverpool, L1 4D

Following huge success back in March when Fennelly toured with the Watergate St Gallery in Manchester, and more recently to a grand reception in Florence, this time he is back where it all started, in Merseyside, where his inspiration began with ‘The Greatest Hits of Liverpool’, and this time he is exhibiting his famous talent in the city for two months in line with the Capital of Culture celebrations!

Ian Fennelly is an acclaimed cityscape artist and will be exhibiting his stunning artwork in the RENEW Rooms at Liverpool’s Tea Factory in association with RIBA Northwest and Chester’s Watergate Street Gallery.

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27 November 2008, Midland Hotel, Peter Street, Manchester

Which North African country has a $100 billion Wealth Fund, has more than 35 international oil companies engaged in production and exploration, is rapidly and massively increasing investment in infrastructure, and is attracting more foreign interest than ever before? The answer is Libya.

UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) is providing the opportunity for as many UK fi rms as possible to hear about the best ways of doing profi table business in Libya. The first step is awareness - and events in recent years have spread the word. The second step is to design an approach to doing business there which suits your needs, fits with evolving Libyan laws, and places you alongside the right partners and clients.

The events are for UK companies interested in Libya, and will feature introductions, presentations and case studies from a Director of NOC, the former British Ambassador to Libya and senior executives experienced in the market. The topics will cover a range of issues from selling and investment, financing trade and tax issues.

UKTI has three workshops entitled Doing Business in Libya - the Second Step in three UK cities:

• With SDI in Aberdeen, Hilton Treetops Hotel - 26 November 2008
• Manchester, Midland Hotel - 27 November 2008
• London, BERR, 1 Victoria Street - 28 November 2008

Please complete the booking form indicating which venue you would like to attend and return it to the LBBC either by email or fax. There is no charge for attendance. The Libyan British Business Co will acknowledge your reservation by email.

11 November 2008

This course has been designed specifically for delegates who are new to exporting/importing and have recently taken a post in export sales, export marketing or export administration. It is ideal for import administrators and buying managers.

The course covers a fundamental foundation into the export process, terminology, how to build an export price, VAT and getting paid. It also cover aspects of the importation process, HM Customs, Import licences, Import duty, payment, quotas, and import management.

Facilitator: John Harrison MMRS MIEx
John Harrison is an independent consultant and trainer in international trade. He is a full member of both the Market Research Society and the Institute of Export. He worked in the aerospace and electronics sector for 15 years and then as Marketing Manager for the British Chambers of Commerce and as a Research Adviser for the UKTI Export Marketing Research Scheme, has an excellent understanding of the issues in international trade facing service and manufacturing businesses of all types.

Cost
Price per delegate per course:
Member rate £200 + VAT / Non Member rate £300+VAT

SMEs within greater Merseyside may be eligible for up to 50% funding through ERDF.
For further information or registration please call on 0157 227 1234 or email at itc@liverpoolchamber.org.uk

You can book your place online here

Liverpool BA’s Business Fairs are packed full of useful features and activities with something on offer for every type of business - big or small, new or old.

A wide range of companies exhibit at each event, taking advantage of an unrivalled opportunity to showcase their products and services.

And visitors can benefit from all sorts of infomation and advice, source new suppliers, find out about public sector contract opportunities - not to mention the free seminars and opportunities for networking and making useul contacts. And, because we like to keep it simple, visitors don’t need to book - just turn up on the day! In short, these events are not to be missed!

Merseyside - 10.30-3.30 Tuesday 11th November 2008, St George’s Hall Liverpool
Lancashire -  12.00-5.00 Wednesday 12th November 2008, Southport Floral Hall
Liverpool - Tuesday 24th March 2009, Liverpool Town Hall

For further information visit the Business Fairs events website or call Liverpool BA on 0151 709 8932.

Liverpool Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free half day workshop on the 9th December 2008 to assist businesses in the wards of Anfield, Everton, County, Kirkdale, Linacre and Derby to improve their marketing and presentation techniques. The course, funded by the StepClever initiative, is designed to help them win new business. The event will cover both one-to-one meetings and panel and tender situations.

Kevin Griffiths, Director of Commercial Services in Liverpool Chamber of Commerce said:  “These workshops aim to provide the skills and information to tender successfully and win new contracts in both the public and private sectors, focusing on selling effectively and communicating the right attributes. Marketing and presentation techniques will provide either a hands-on, practical refresher, or a first time session on a number of different aspects and demonstrate how to raise the game in personal presentation.”

The seminar is followed by a free networking lunch. To book call June Davies on 0151 224 1891 or email june.davies@liverpoolchamber.org.uk

This workshop will be held in the city centre No 1 Old Hall Street, Liverpool. It is part of a series of FREE workshops to improve small businesses chances of winning contracts in both the public and private sectors. Stepclever is free for everyone that lives, or runs a business in the wards of Anfield, Everton, County, Kirkdale, Linacre and Derby.

Chamber member and good friend Staybridge Suites has had some good news lately that they’d like to share:

Recently voted “The No1 Top Rated Hotel” in Liverpool by Trip Advisor, Staybridge Suites is an innovative all-suite hotel brand designed to meet the needs of upscale extended-stay guests and is ideal for travellers seeking a residential-style hotel which is perfect for a business trip, extended project or relocation, or perhaps just time away relaxing with friends and family. Its contemporary-style suites offer more space and comfort than a traditional and include a fully-equipped kitchen, in-suite entertainment centre with flat-screen TV, relaxing living-room areas and modern bathrooms with great showers.

On hearing of the top spot accolade, Wayne Androliakos, General Manager of Staybridge Suites Liverpool said “Trip Advisor ratings are based on the personal experiences of our guests and we’re naturally thrilled that we’re exceeding all expectations. The Staybridge concept has been warmly welcomed in Liverpool!”.

Staybridge Suites operates over 130 hotels across North America, UK and the EMEA region with its next hotel due to open in Newcastle in April 2009. For further information visit www.staybridge.co.uk or call the team on 0151 703 9700.