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CSV Avon Training

7-10 Lawford Street

St Philips

Bristol

BS2 0DH

0117 9082266

bsu@csvavon.org.uk

Geoff Fox - Deep Tissue Holistic Massage

Hello, I am Geoff, qualified in Remedial Therapy, specialising in Deep Tissue Holistic Massage and based in Hereford.

My Remedial Therapy qualifications were gained at the RNC, Hereford in 2003; during my time there it became apparent that I had found my vocation in life, since when I have been fortunate enough to be able to provide relief to a diverse range of clients through the application of Deep Tissue Holistic Massage. 

If you wish to discuss the benefits that treatment could give you please email me or visit my website. I shall be happy to assist and look forward to the pleasure of helping you. 

The Creperie

We are Simon & Sonia, a husband & wife crêpe making team. We both have a background in catering and over the years we have ‘crêped’ at music festivals, craft fairs, garden shows, living history events, car shows, steam fairs, most types of outdoor events!

We consider ourselves to be conscientious traders.  We believe in a fair price for everyone. We are as environmentally friendly as possible, no plastic or polystyrene. We only use paper plates and cups and the cutlery is made from sustainable wood.

We use fair-trade coffee, chocolate and bananas and we always attempt to source our ingredients locally.

www.thecreperie.uk.com

Samaya Ling Vintage Collections

Samaya specialises in sourcing and retailing vintage fashion and accessories from Victorian to 1970's at vintage fairs across the UK.  She is  currently building an online shop.
 

Julie West

I am a qualified hair and make-up artist. I am working freelance offering mobile services in the Bristol area. I have started getting a lot of clients from recommendations of satisfied clients.

My aim is to get into the T.V and Film industry providing my services as a make-up artist.

You can contact me on 07887815813
Thank you, Julie West

Adrian Shryane

SHRYANE & CO. provides legal advice to businesses on a wide range of issues and offers assistance with advocacy in courts and tribunals.

Founded in 2007 by Adrian Shryane B.A. (Hons) Law, solicitor, Adrian attended a CSV New Business course in 2005, 'tested the market' with his idea and then formed the business.

Instead of a traditional solicitor's practice (which Adrian has run in The City of London), SHRYANE & CO. is a commercial organisation because it offers services to clients around the world, not just in The United Kingdom.

SHRYANE & CO. can be contacted as follows: shryaneco@yahoo.co.uk 

Please visit our website: www.freewebs.com/shryaneco 

Barb Drummond - Historian, Publisher & Photographer

I had been a local historian for several years, with several articles published in local journals but had no idea how to go further. With the help of CSV business start up I put together a business plan to lead walks and produce books.

The walks failed to take off but I have managed to produce 6 books in just over two years, as well as being commissioned to do research for a local museum and giving several history walks and talks.

By having a business advisor, I had the confidence to run a business, and he is always there if I need to try out new ideas or discuss problems.

The computer centre is also very worthwhile as I have yet to earn enough to buy up to date equipment.

I am now looking for an agent to get a proper publisher interested, so I can move from being successful to actually making money from what I do.

www.freewebs.com/barbdrum 

Mr Alan Dean - Stonemason/Sculpture

Alan had studying as a mature student in stone masonry craft; he found it increasingly difficult to find appropriate work. He decided that his best option was to become self-employed and was referred by his local jobcentre to CSV Avon Training to get his business started. Through the “New Deal Business Start-up” option Alan was able to look at his market place, explore contacts and develop networking opportunities to set up a business that will be realistic and sustainable.

With help from an experienced business adviser, Alan was able to put together a feasible and viable business plan that allowed him to apply for funding.

The “Test Trading” has helped Alan to put his ideas into action and has given him renewed enthusiasm for his work.

Lily Pattison - Textile Print Designer

Lily’s business idea was to produce and design textile prints for ladies wear, swim and active wear. Having graduated from the University of the West of England, Lily was referred to CSV Avon Training’s Business Start-up course.

She has greatly valued the help and support she received whilst on the “New Deal Test Trading” programme and this enabled her to develop a business plan that gave her an insight to the market she wanted to enter.

She valued the support and encouragement she received at CSV and the financial support of the New Deal programme.

Lily continues to trade successfully and has built up a wide range of client contacts and increased her portfolio of products.