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BUSINESS FACTSHEET February 2013

papers into, which are emptied into secure bags with unique tags which ensure full traceability. What can you put into the boxes? All paper waste including Office stationery, Newspapers, Magazines, Brochures, Envelopes, Phone books, Diaries, Manila Folders, Flyers, Paper Cups - etc. It should also be noted that paper clips and staples in documents, as well as the occasional plastic sleeve on a document is not an issue. However, lever arch folders, cans (tin or aluminium) or any other metal objects that sort of size are a no go area for the boxes, so please respect them.

Free Confidential Shredding for all Tenants

Ortus have recently teamed up with paper recycling firm Bailey Waste Recycling (NI) Ltd. to provide a free, confidential paper shredding service for all tenants in the Twin Spires Complex.

Offers for Tenants

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As a business owner you may be all too aware of the importance of destroying private documents to maintain your business security, however can be put off by the monumental costs that come with such service. Fortunately through Bailey Waste, this is not a concern. If you are interested in using this new service, please contact the property team So how does it work? on: Bailey Waste provide a collection box property@ortus.org which you very simply put your 02890 311 002

Ever Considered taking on an apprentice for your business?

Very soon, all tenants in the Twin Spires Complex will be receiving a copy of the 2013 Twin Spires Market Research Survey. The survey is designed to capture data and will allow us to 2013 marks the 25th Anniversary of see how each business is doing and more importantly, will allow us to offer tenants Ortus! support where we think they may benefit To celebrate, we will be hosting a number from it.

Ortus Celebrates 25 Years of Business !

Twin Spires Market Research 2013

of events throughout the year which will look back at the 25 years in a fun and in- When you receive the survey, please can you fill and return it as soon as possible so that teractive way. We are wanting to involve all of our tenants, both new and old, so please keep This is for your benefit, so please make sure your eyes open for lists of events which that you get the survey returned. We look we will be publishing soon and sending to forward to hearing from you soon. everybody on site!
we can start collating the data.

Theres a new Donut company on site and they are good!

Filor Building, Twin Spires Complex, 155 Northumberland Street Belfast , BT13 2JF T: 028 9031 1002 F: 028 9031 1005 E: thomas@ortus.org W: www.ortus.org

Barrett Lahey is our newest tenant at Twin Spires and may fast become a popular one...

coffee shops (and is always looking to do business with more!

Through hard work, long hours and a Barrett opened Moes Donuts determination to succeed, Barrett is now up and as he saw a gap in the market running and has an impressive business and more namely that there were no other shops specifically importantly, awesome donuts! providing them. He started with very little other than So why not try them out for yourself?? a small amount of cash, family support and a love for For the month of February, Moes Donuts are authentic American donuts. offering all Twin Spires tenants a special Donut and Since opening his own small business, it hasnt all Ristretto Coffee for 2.00!! been plain sailing. between maintaining a work life balance, paying the bills and making time to see his Check out the menu on the next page, select your sweet treat and give him a call for delivery: kids. However, a strategic relocation to the Twin Spires has helped, as well as making a move into the 07828596566 wholesale market and supplying cafes, restaurants, www,moesdonuts.com Apprenticeships and Small BusinessThe Benefits to you as an employer
The 1,500 Apprenticeship Grant for Employers (AGE) of 16 to 24 year olds was launched in February 2012 to help employers secure the skills they need to grow, and encourage them to give young people a chance. Now, because of the positive response from employers, the initiative will continue for a further year. It has also been increased so small and medium enterprises (SMEs) can claim the grant for up to ten apprentices. Business Secretary, Vince Cable said: I know it can be a big decision for busy small companies to take on an apprentice. Employers may be concerned about the time recruitment and training will take, and anxious about how it will work. So the 1500 grant is a token to acknowledge this and thank employers. I hope many more people will take us up on our cash incentive to grow their business, and train up the workforce of the future. The Government has recently responded to employer feedback to make the scheme even more accessible: The 1500 incentive is now paid as a single instalment, rather than being split over two payments The period of time between an employer last taking on an apprentice, and being eligible to apply forthe grant, has been reduced to a year The number of apprentices employers can claim the grant for has been increased to 10
Filor Building, Twin Spires Complex, 155 Northumberland Street Belfast , BT13 2JF T: 028 9031 1002 F: 028 9031 1005 E: thomas@ortus.org W: www.ortus.org

Access to the scheme has been widened, and is now available to businesses with up to 1000 employees. The National Apprenticeship Service hopes the grant will encourage more employers to consider recruiting through Apprenticeships, which now cover more than 250 skills and industries across 1,400 job roles and three Apprenticeship levels. David Way, Chief Executive of the National Apprenticeship Service, said: Apprenticeships come with a guarantee of quality, giving young people a job with training, and are proven to deliver a significant return on investment, so this really is a win-win initiative for employers. There has never been a better time to recruit an apprentice, so I hope more organisations will look at how they can benefit from this grant over the coming 12 months and reap the rewards of a more motivated, skilled and qualified workforce. Matthew Boyer, owner of Boyers Body Centre in Cromer, was one of the first employers to take up AGE 16 to 24 earlier this year, employing apprentice Myles Couzens, and is already seeing the benefits of growing his business through the Apprenticeship programme: Myles has been a great help - not only can he manage the general duties that stop me having to pull a fully qualified man off his job, I am able to train him up, get him on to different jobs, and grow him in our own mould. Apprentices can be a great investment for your company - the grant provides support for small companies like mine so that we dont miss out on all that Apprenticeships can offer. (Source: www.aprenticeships.org.uk)

The West Belfast Traders Forum is trying to build the most comprehensive list of businesses and services on offer within the West Belfast area. Whether its a large business or one man band, they are asking you to register. They aim to support and help grow our local businesses through buy local campaigns, events and sharing of information for the benefit of small businesses in the West Belfast area. Being a member of the Forum will entitle you to: Exposure of your business through the forums website & social media outlets. Showcasing & selling your products & services at events Discounts from other members businesses Exclusive full page advertising opportunity with local paper, Andersonstown News - 120+Vat To register log onto www.westbelfasttradersforum.com or contact Mandy Copeland on 90311022 or mcopeland@ortus.org

Free Belfast City Council Retail Marketing for Independent Retailers

Belfast City Council is offering a two day one-to-one free mentoring service for independent retailers. Experts advisors can assist you make improvements in your business in the areas of marketing, sales, customers service and management. Youll have flexible access to retail experts on your own premises, at a time convenient to you. If you wish to avail of this mentoring, please contact Mandy Copeland in our office on: 9031 1002 E: mcopeland@ortus.org or contact Belfast City Council directly, Rhonda Lynn on: 90270229 E: lynnr@belfastcity.gov.uk

Suduko Challenge The joys of puzzles! Give this one a go, if you finish it, take a picture and share it on our Facebook page, OrtusNI

Local Events and Programmes

Date Event Venue Cost

12.02.2013 14.02.2013 19.02.2013 19.02.2013 20.02.2013 28.02.2013

SEED Franchisee Programme Training SEED Franchisor Programme Training Intro Networking Event - Chamber of Commerce Northern Ireland Technology Showcase

Down Business Centre Banbridge District Enterprise BT Tower, Lanyon Place, Belfast Belfast Waterfront

Free Free Free Free Free 50.00

Seeing is Believing - Tackling Youth Unemployment North DownBangor and Holywood TechXplore Conference Riddell Hall, Stranmillis Road

For more information on any of these events, please contact hq@ortus.org

The Twin Spires Tenants Directory

Curran House Theresa Dunlop Mortgages Feisfayre Bowens Dentist TRP Services Accord Pobal Radio Failte Balance Counselling Nifty Nosh Tom Keily The Miller Group NWBHSST Filor Building PMD Switchgear Febvre Ortus PIO Daycare Bytes Project North Building Trademark Northern Switchgear Age NI The Car College Fonacoach Magic Eye Design OIN Interactive Seamus Evans St Josephs Boxing Club Industrial Units Martin Morgan SDC Motors Spires Tyres NI Hospice McLarnon Flooring Brennans Suki Tea Cool It Refrigeration Howard Building Altram Tapitas Belfast Music Academy CM Direct Dantes Belfast Regeneration Office Love Furniture Brendan McCoy Accountants Paul Toman Accountants Retail Tenants Shampoo Salon Eileen Hay Solicitors Deli-Lish Pizzeria Italia Lenas New City Chinese Ladbrokes Laurel Leaf Central Cabs NI Hospice Martins Furniture Mill House The Sanctuary B Neeson Car Body Repairs Beauty Secrets OK Windows Kelstar SM Sheds ABC Rapierstar DKZ Gauge Project Eire Design Moes Donuts

Filor Building, Twin Spires Complex, 155 Northumberland Street Belfast , BT13 2JF T: 028 9031 1002 F: 028 9031 1005 E: thomas@ortus.org W: www.ortus.org

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