Environmental case study – JC Atkinson

By Jon Burnell

In 2020, Newable acquired JCA and we’re proud that the largest independent manufacturer of coffins and caskets to the UK funeral market are now part of the Newable family. This acquisition was driven by a proactive decision by Newable to invest in environmentally focused business, to which JCA is a market leader, alongside their business … Continued

Raising Aspirations – Mentoring young people across London

By Jon Burnell

The programme is scheduled to run for three months and consists of an introduction with the mentee followed by 30-minute virtual sessions, ideally at fortnightly intervals. Urban Synergy was founded in 2007 to help improve and support exceptional young talented people who, due to socio-economic circumstances, were underachieving. The charity works closely with students, schools, … Continued

Newable’s alignment to the 10 QCA Codes

By Jon Burnell

To maintain this high standard of governance, the Group Board has adopted the Quoted Companies Alliance (“QCA”) Corporate Governance Code. We have set out below our approach in relation to complying with each of the ten principles of the QCA Code. 1. Establish a strategy and business model which promotes long-term value for shareholders. Newable’s … Continued

Thriving despite a crisis

By Jon Burnell

Created by Rebecca Thomas ten years ago, Bonbon leads the way in the movement for design-led balloon creations combining unique products through a creative design aesthetic ensuring a natural defensive niche against competing products. Gone are the days of basic balloons; and there’s no need to head to Clintons for your birthday balloons any more. … Continued

Synergy’s first TV advert part of investment growth plan

By Jon Burnell

The TV ad, with a humorous approach emphasising the brand’s Feefo trust score, is currently playing out through Yorkshire before running nationally on Sky TV. Paul Parkinson said the television airtime was planned to increase the brand’s awareness and consumer consideration, and was part of the Newable investment in January 2020. It is now a year … Continued

How to Build an Audience on Social Media

By Jon Burnell

One of the most important activities of any business is its ability to reach its customers effectively. Regardless of the nature of your business, your customers are sure to be on Social media. There are numerous Social media platforms and they are targeting a variety of people. So, if you looking to grow your business, … Continued

How to make the best out of a bad situation

By Jon Burnell

With so much uncertainty, we are all trying to make sense of life in a COVID-19 world and what it means for our businesses today and into the future. I’ve been working with businesses of all kinds around the world for many years. When going through tough times, such as: Economic challenges Political turmoil Natural … Continued

The road to the business recovery

By Jon Burnell

It’s impossible to overstate the impact of the global Covid-19 pandemic. All aspects of life have been disrupted, or broken entirely, in ways that only major wars or crises have ever done. The toll of deaths and sickness has brought great sadness to many, with families and communities changed for ever. We all feel the … Continued

The Future of Events

By Jon Burnell

2020 has been a year like no other for Newable Events. When COVID-19  hit the UK in March and restrictions to travel as well as the gathering of people were first introduced by the Government, our events team had only two options – quickly adapt and find new ways to offer our clients access to … Continued

The Growing Importance of outstanding Non-Executive Directors and robust Boards for UK SMEs

By Jon Burnell

The global financial crisis, coupled with increased regulation have drawn attention to the roles played by board advisers and independent non-executive directors (iNED). From corporate governance through to oversight and mentorship, the requirements of the advisory role have never been so broad or demanding. The ability to review in detail a company’s strategy and decision-making … Continued