Chesterfield News

Local business owner elected National Vice Chairman of the Federation of Small Businesses

Chesterfield based business owner Melanie Ulyatt MBE, has been newly elected unopposed as National Vice Chairman of the FSB at the Annual General Meeting which was held in Preston on April 11th.

Melanie, who is Managing Director of Domiciliary Care and Training Provider, One to One Support Services has been a dedicated member of the FSB since 2009 where she has held various positions such as Regional Chair and English Policy Committee Midlands Representative. She says:-

“When I first started One to One, FSB (Federation of Small Businesses) were invaluable, for advice and support. They were there every step of the way when I first started One to One. I felt like I had to give back to them in some way.

“Input and support from local businesses is invaluable. Don’t underestimate the importance of networking and peer support.”

As well as working with the FSB, Melanie has also worked with Sheffield City Region, and the D2N2 LEP.

Melanie is an inspirational and driven business woman, who has been committed to her role within domiciliary care since 2006. Her company, One to One Support Services is now one of the leading home care and training providers in the area, and is recognised as a Gold Standard organisation by Investors in People.

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Dom Stevens

Head of Destination Chesterfield

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