Chesterfield Champions announce new team members, mergers and collaborations
Businesses in the town’s network of Chesterfield Champions are continuing to grow.
Recently, several businesses have added new members to their teams. Meanwhile, firms have also announced collaborations, mergers and even growth in international export markets.
Find out about the latest news from businesses in Chesterfield below.
Franklin & Sons announces international partnership
Global Brands‘ Franklin & Sons beverage range has announced an exclusive partnership with De Monnik Dranken (DMD), a leading firm in the Dutch drinks market.
The partnership will enable Franklin & Sons’ mixer products to pair alongside DMD’s range of spirits. The company posted the update on it’s LinkedIn page:
Chesterfield’s SMH Group strengthens presence in Leeds
SMH BCL Accountants has announced a merger with D’Arcy Howard & Co, a firm of Chartered Certified Accountants in Leeds. This strategic partnership reflects a shared vision to enhance client services, expand business development opportunities, and ensure sustained growth for the future.
The merger took place on 1st July 2023, resulting in the formation of a new entity called SMH D’Arcy Howard & Co Limited. The integration of the two firms brings together a wealth of expertise and resources to offer an extensive range of services from the newly consolidated office.
Stacey Pocklington, Partner and Director of SMH BCL Accountants, adds: “We are thrilled to welcome D’Arcy Howard into the SMH family. By combining our strengths and expertise, we are better positioned to deliver a seamless service to our valued clients.”
Fellow Chesterfield Champion business, CMP Legal were also involved by providing legal advice on the transaction.
Workpays and the Education and Training Foundation Join Forces to Enhance Staff Training
Workpays and the Education and Training Foundation (ETF) held a recent meeting to discuss the importance of allowing staff members to grow their own skills through training.
The ETF aims to improve the quality of teaching and leadership in the further education and training sector. To do this, they look to give more training opportunities to independent providers.
Workpays strongly believes in developing its own people and are excited to have even more opportunities for its staff to pursue continuous professional development.
Director of Excellence, Kevin Dowson, organised the day to demonstrate the important role we play in the FE system.
He said: “Workpays delivers a wide range of courses to help people enter a working environment and develop the skills and knowledge that they need. This can be through the development of literacy and numeracy skills, the provision of vocational training, such as construction or health and care, or specific technical training through our apprenticeship programmes.
“It was great to meet with Katerina, CEO of the ETF, as she understands just how important Workpays’ position in the sector is. We look forward to continuing to work with the ETF and build on our workforce development plans by investing in the professional development of our employees.”
BRM Solicitors appoints new Dispute Team Director
Regional law firm BRM Solicitors has appointed Lewis Hastie as a Director of its Dispute Team
Lewis joins the firm with more than 14 years’ post qualified experience, specialising predominantly in contentious probate cases and acting in contentious Court of Protection proceedings.
Strengthening both the Dispute and Private Client teams, Lewis joins at a time of expansion for the departments.
Lewis said: “I am very excited to be joining BRM, a firm that is expanding quickly and is fully committed to providing the best possible service for its clients, really going above and beyond for them. I look forward to bringing my strong experience in contentious probate and contentious Court of Protection cases to the firm and positively contributing to the firm’s vision for the future.”
“I look forward to working with the team and helping to expand its growing client base, building on the excellent progress it has made.”
Central Technology announces new Sales Director
Chesterfield’s Central Technology has announced the appointment of Steve Dono to its leadership team.
Steve brings with him a wealth of expertise, having previously held pivotal roles as Sales Director in major IT companies. His impressive track record in sales leadership and business development within the Telecoms and IT industry makes him an invaluable addition to the Central Technology team.
Steve Dono’s entrance marks a pivotal moment in Central Technology’s journey, promising an era of growth, innovation, and collaboration. With his leadership skills, coupled with his rich experience and commitment to excellence, the company is looking forwards to a successful 2024 and beyond.
Commenting on his appointment, Steve said: “What truly drew me in was the strength of the Senior Management Team (SMT). A robust leadership team is essential for any organisation’s growth, and CT’s cohesive blend of knowledge, experience, and united purpose resonated profoundly with me.
“Central Technology boasts a commendable 20-year legacy of customer loyalty, built upon consistent service delivery. However, both CT and the IT & Telecoms industry have evolved rapidly. Our commitment to service excellence remains unwavering.”
Former Tupton Hall Student Lucy celebrates A Level success with DBCP apprenticeship
A former Tupton Hall Sixth Form student is celebrating her A level success by embarking on an apprenticeship.
Lucy Jones, who achieved three A’ Levels last week, including an A in Art, has secured a Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship with DBCP, the leading provider of building control services across Derbyshire and Staffordshire Moorlands.
She has joined DBCP’s Chesterfield-based technical team supporting the company’s team of building inspectors.
She explained: “I am really excited to start my career at DBCP. University wasn’t for me; I wanted to get a job and start working immediately. DBCP has given me the opportunity to continue my learning with an apprenticeship. There is also the option to go on and do a degree level apprenticeship in building control and eventually become an inspector which really appeals to me.”
DBCP’s long-running apprenticeship programme is helping the business attract local young people who want to progress their careers within the field of building control. The company currently employs seven apprentices who are at different stages of their training, including degree level.
David Pratt, Building Control Manager at DBCP, welcomed Lucy to the business saying: “Apprentices like Lucy, are key to the building control industry addressing its current skills shortage. We’re delighted to have Lucy onboard and very much hope she chooses to build her career within the field of building control beyond her level 3 apprenticeship. There are many opportunities at DBCP and within the industry to build a long and very rewarding career.”
New Finance Director appointed at Hopkinson Waste Management
Adam Hadfield has officially joined Chesterfield-based Hopkinson Waste Management’s finance team.
The appointment has been announced as the firm begins its second year of ownership with some very ambitious growth plans.
The company’s Managing Director, Jules Gaynor commented: “Adam is joining us at a crucial time. We’ve grown massively in year one, but the next year will be lift-off as we are ideally placed to provide waste management and recycling services as Chesterfield’s own growth plans are realised.”
Adam added: “The Hopkinson growth plans are simply stunning. A 32-acre fully permitted waste and recycling centre in Chesterfield is a hidden gem. We have instant capacity to treble our operation in size.
“Balancing the financials will be my job. Jules is freed up now to do the business development work with Natalie Hirst, our Head of Commercial. I’m thrilled to be here, it’s an amazing place to work with a totally unique culture.”
The businesses featured in this article support the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.
