< Previous40 Business Link www.blmforum.net AUTOLINK For the interior, MINI Yours sports seats in Leather Lounge design offer seat heating and adjustable thigh support, while the multifunctional sports steering wheel - finished in Nappa leather – is also heated and features the MINI Electric logo. Interior surfaces are finished in Piano Black, while ambient lighting and signature MINI Electric yellow colour accents, such as the start- stop toggle switch, complete the interior design. With just 150 models destined for the UK, the vehicle will be available from April 2023 and priced at £52,500 OTR. The Jogger HYBRID 140 Based on the company’s modular CMF-B platform, the Jogger features a unique rear module that extends the car’s length to just over 4.5m, making it the longest model in the Dacia range. Key to the Jogger’s spaciousness, this extra length allows it to deliver the same level of versatility as many larger models. The Jogger HYBRID 140 is available exclusively with 7-seats and in two trim levels – Expression and Extreme SE. Both are generously equipped with automatic air conditioning, cruise control, and rear parking camera as standard, and are littered with clever touches such as Dacia’s ingenious modular roof rails. Reflecting its state-of-the-art powertrain, all Jogger HYBRID 140 models are exclusively equipped with a new 7-inch digital instrument cluster. Mercedes-Benz GLE The Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupé and SUV facelift is available now, with new look exterior design and upgraded interior tech. The new-look GLE includes as standard AIRMATIC Air suspension with Active Damping on all models, MINI Electric Convertible 38-41.qxp_Layout 1 07/03/2023 12:38 Page 3www.blmforum.net Business Link 41 AUTOLINK meaning luxury and comfort for customers of the facelifted SUV. Also upgraded is the interior technology found in the GLE. The latest generation MBUX brings with it ‘Hey Mercedes’ voice assistant and over-the- air updates for in-car software. Also, as standard is the Burmester® surround sound system. Powertrains across the GLE range are now electrified, either with mild hybrid 48-volt technology or as a plug-in hybrid. The GLE SUV starting at £77,890 for AMG Line. GLE Coupé available in AMG Line Premium Plus model line only for £92,675. The Jogger HYBRID 140 Mercedes-Benz GLE 38-41.qxp_Layout 1 07/03/2023 12:38 Page 442 Business Link www.blmforum.net events Advanced Social Media for Business Wednesday 15 March Digital Media Centre, Barnsley This session will explore advanced techniques to create social media engagement to promote your business. You’ll learn how to plan and create advertising campaigns, collaborate with influencers within your target audience and use other tools to enhance your content. For more information visit www.scrgrowthhub.co.uk/event/advanced- social-media-for-business-8/ Lincolnshire Construction & Property Network Tuesday 21 March Lincoln Golf Centre, Lincoln Meet up to 60 construction related businesses in one room and hear from guest speaker, Sam Edwards, Head of Highways Infrastructure and Laboratory Services at Lincolnshire County Council. Attending the Construction Network for two hours every month is one of the most productive ways that you can keep up to date with project news and new business and tendering opportunities amongst contractors and suppliers. For more information visit www.lincs-chamber.co.uk/events/ construction-mar23/ LinkedIn For Business Tuesday 21 March Online This interactive workshop will explore how to build your LinkedIn profile and how to use it as a tool to promote your business. It will explore the platform’s key features and how to make the most of them to achieve your marketing goals. For more information visit www.scrgrowthhub.co.uk/event/linkedin-for- business-online-2/ Executive Lunch at The Great Victoria Hotel Wednesday 22 March The Great Victoria Hotel, Bradford A great networking opportunity, attendees at this event will be welcomed into The Great Victoria Hotel and seated in the Corniche suite for a two course banqueting lunch followed by tea & coffee. There will also be a guest speaker, who is yet to be announced. For more information visit https://wnychamber.force.com/s/lt- event?id=a2v070000008P7fAAE Lincoln Property & Business Investment Expo Wednesday 26 April The Bentley Hotel, Lincoln A well targeted event aimed at the construction, property, business, investment, finance, professional services and related B2B markets, the Lincoln Property & Business Investment Expo has everything you require for a great day of networking and business generation. For more information visit https://businessshowsgroup.co.uk/lincoln/ South Yorkshire Skills Celebration Event Thursday 23 March Magna Science Adventure Centre, Rotherham Delegates attending the inaugural South Yorkshire – Connecting People, Skills and Business event will have time to hear from the Chamber of Commerce and policy makers and, of course, an opportunity to meet directly with local skills providers to find out how they can support your business. It is also an opportunity to network with other businesses from across the region. Key activities on the day will include © stock.adobe.com/ John Gomez © stock.adobe.com/ Syda Productions 42-43.qxp_Layout 1 07/03/2023 12:40 Page 1www.blmforum.net Business Link 43 a range of presentations and discussions on a number of subjects. For more information visit https://business.doncaster-chamber.co.uk/ events/details/south-yorkshire-skills-celebration-event-7177 How a Small Business Can Build An Exciting Brand Tuesday 28 March Normanby Gateway, Scunthorpe This workshop will show you the process of building a brand identity for your SME. First, it will clarify the term and explain why it is important, and then outline the steps you can take to pin down a brand identity of your own. Completing this 1/2 day, 4-hour workshop will help you build an authentic brand and manage your marketing and brand activity. For more information visit https://heygrowthhub.com/event/how-a-small- business-can-build-an-exciting-brand/ Netwalking with South Yorkshire Chambers at Gulliver’s Wednesday 29 March Gulliver’s Family Theme Park, Sheffield The three South Yorkshire Chambers are bringing back their first ‘netwalking’ event of 2023. This time at the amazing Gulliver’s Valley Resort. Enjoy a delicious breakfast whilst networking around this fun filled theme park. Discover a truly fantastic selection of rides, attractions and spacious areas across the park. You will also have the opportunity to network whilst taking a ride on the exciting Ghostly Galleon Pirate Ship, Grand Prix Gears Rollercoaster and if you are really daring, the amazing Gyrosaur. For more information visit www.scrgrowthhub.co.uk/event/netwalking-with-south-yorkshire- chambers-at-gullivers/ The Budget 2023 - what will it mean for you? Thursday 16 March Online The Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, will present his Spring Budget in the House of Commons on Wednesday 15 March. It follows November’s Autumn Statement, Mr Hunt’s first fiscal policy announcement which included changes aiming to correct surging inflation, fill a hole in UK finances and calm the markets after the controversial mini-budget from his predecessor, Kwasi Kwarteng. Following the announcements, Streets Chartered Accountants will be holding a special webinar on Thursday 16 March, providing details of the announcements along with guidance on what they may mean for businesses and individuals. For more information visit www.streetsweb.co.uk/events/budget-2023- what-will-it-mean-you/ Social Change Better Business Summit Monday 22 May The Engine Shed, Lincoln The Social Change Better Business Summit brings together local, national and international industry experts. The day will focus on panel discussions, including how to register your business for the B-Corp standard, keynote speakers, and advice and discussions on how to make your business more environmental and sustainable. Starting at 10am, with a break out for lunch and a cocktail and networking event from 3pm, the day offers advice for businesses of all sizes. 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Four terrified job seekers recently found themselves presented with an entirely different kind of interview, as they were whizzed around Cadwell Park racetrack in Lincolnshire in a BMW at speeds up to 110mph while being questioned on their CVs. The smartly dressed candidates, seeking a sales executive role at a car dealer, can be seen screaming in fear and egging the driver on in a YouTube video, being thrown around in their seats as they attempted to explain why they should be chosen for the job. In a happy ending for the candidates, they were all hired on the spot. 46 Business Link www.blmforum.net The world’s first ‘Poommelier’ Frazer is back again with another incredibly bizarre job listing for Business Link’s dear readers to consider — fair warning, it does involve something rather stinky. A nutrition brand is seeking the world’s first ‘Poommelier’ — an expert in the sight and smells of faecal matter, as it aims to break the poo taboo. Feel Complete is looking for up to five people to take part in Poommelier training, to find the right nose for the job. Trainees will receive £1,500, with one person eventually being given the title of world’s first Poommelier and a role helping to run the business’s online Poo Clinic. Aaron Providence, founder and CEO, said: “Being a poo expert might not be top of everyone’s list, but finding and training the world’s first ‘Poommelier’ is a way for us to take a serious issue like gut health and have a little fun with it. We’re excited to be taking on this project and can’t wait to see who’s up for the challenge!” A witty name may be all you need A competition is underway to find the UK’s funniest small business name, celebrating the wit, creativity, and humour of the nation’s SME owners. It comes as two thirds (64%) of people say they would be more likely to notice a small or local firm with a funny or witty name, while a third (28%) of people are more likely to shop at a small business with a witty or funny name compared to those without. Simply Business recently revealed its shortlist for the competition, with Frazer’s favourite finalists including online equestrian store, Top Of The Clops, locomotive engineers, Leaky Finders Ltd, cleaning service provider, Sweeping Beauty, and tiler, Grout of This World. 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