Only Connect Fact Sheet 24th Nov 2016

Only Connect Fact Sheet 24th Nov 2016

Event Factsheet 7.30 ‘til Late, Thursday 24th November 2016 bordeaux quay, harbourside, Bristol

inside you will find schedule Grand Raffle Prizes Your Co Hosts Networking tips Afterparty info & More

Only Connect Christmas Past

Event sponsored by

With Special thanks to

“Please remember to bring £5 notes for our Grand Raffle!*” (*we won’t turn our nose up at nifty fifties either)

BBC1 National Lottery star Nick Knowles drawing our raffle at a previous Only Connect

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Welcome to Only Connect This is our 28th Event. We are proud to have hosted many Only Connect events over the last years here in Bristol. We have a very special request to make. Please can all our guests kindly stop connecting during the short speech & raffle and indulge our speakers. This would be appreciated and would allow us to communicate useful information for all our guests’ benefit. Please can you also kindly return your namebadges to our staff as you leave the venue. Arrival and Registration Guests are reminded that only a ticket bearing their own name will grant entry.

Please time your arrival so you come no earlier than 7.30pm as regrettably guests will not be granted entry before this time.

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How to Make the Most of Your Event

1. Come inside! We are expecting over 450 hundred guests for this event. Sometimes we experience short queues as guests are checked-in.

7.30pm.......................................................Doors Open

8.00pm..............................................Canapes Served

9.00pm............................ Prosecco Reception Closes

10.15pm.. ...........Thank You Speech & Raffle for Lord Mayor of Bristol’s Children Appeal

10.30pm.................................. Live Band / Dancefloor

12:30am........................................... Event Concludes

12:00am - 4.00am..Afterparty, Gatsby’s, 44 Park Street

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“As Lord Mayor, I am delighted to act as Patron of the 2016/17 Lord Mayor of Bristol’s Children Appeal. For a city that embraces diversity and equality and is abundant in so many areas, it troubles me that we still find so many children

in dire need who fall under the radar and face a Christmas without adequate food or clothing. Join me please so that together we can make an immediate difference to these children. This year we aim to raise £66,000 which will help approximately 1,650 underprivileged children. Please support us tonight at Only Connect by purchasing Grand Raffle Tickets from one of the volunteers. Winners will be announced at 10.15pm and drawn by Bruce Simmonds, Chairman of The Lord Mayor’s Children Appeal. Two of the highlights will be The Lord Mayor of Bristol’s Gift Gala 2017 on 2 March 2017, this time at a new venue: Ashton Gate Stadium and the Christmas Carol Concert on 12 December 2016.

Please consider making a corporate or personal donation or organising some form of fund-raising activity amongst your staff in aid of the Appeal. Whatever form your support takes, I would like to hear about it and talk with you personally. If you would like further information about the Appeal or you wish to donate online, please visit:http://www.lordmayorofbristolappeal.co.uk May I, on behalf of the Commit- tee, thank you for considering this request.”

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Grand Raffle Prizes

• An Ultimate Bordeaux Quay Culinary Experience : a meal for 2 in the sublime restaurant and 2 places on one of thier cookery classes. Courtesy of Bordeaux Quay. • A ‘Money can’t buy’ Make Your Own Doughnut VIP Experience for 10 at the Krispy Kreme factory, Bristol. Courtesty of Krispy Kreme. • A VIP Tour with Lunch for Four of Rolls-Royce (Bristol). Includes the Aero Engine Assembly, On-site Heritage Museum and more. Technology • A professional 1m wide Roller Banner stand with 1 hour’s design included. Courtesy of N3 Display Graphics

A very special thank you to Joy Simmonds and Deb Coyne of Barclays for providing a Pound for Pound matching for up to £1000 raised with our Grand Raffle.

One Show & Coast Presenter Miranda Krestovknikoff and former Lord Mayor Geoff Gollup hosting the Grand Raffle at a previous Christmas Only Connect (right).

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2. Attire Notes We request all guests to have conventional black-tie attire. Regrettably, admission may be refused to guests not following the smart evening dress code to ensure other guests feel comfortable and no refunds can be issued.

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4. Security Wristbands & Casino Chip As you arrive and your ticket is checked, you will be provided with a security wristband. This must be secured. This is checked each time you re-enter the venue. Your chip is exchanged for a glass of prosecco. 5. Your Namebadge from KN When your ticket was booked online, the purchaser was asked to provide your name, title, company and email. The first three will be displayed on your namebadge in exactly the format it was entered. The badges supplied by KN Office will be displayed in alphabetical order based on first names across several tables inside. Please also be sure to place your business card to the board at the entrance so other guests can know who is in attendance. 3. Guest list When you arrive at the red carpet, you will be greeted and asked for your printed ticket and first name. Please bring tickets.

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6. Cloakroom There is a cloakroom inside to the right , near the main stiarcase on the lower floor.

7. Complimentary Prosecco & Canapes We offer each guest a complementary glass of Prosecco and canapes. This concludes at 9pm.

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Key Networking Tips from Author Roy Sheppard Here are some networking tips to help you gain the most from attending Only Connect, extracted from the ebook “Meet Greet and Prosper” by Roy Sheppard (attending)

• Think of all new people at Only Connect as ‘friends you have yet to meet’. This is a great way of taking the pressure off, so you relax. That will help you meet more people. • Decide that you are going to meet new people – not spend all evening ‘clumping’ only with people you already know. • Bite the bullet – go up to strangers (even though our mothers tell us not to!) As author Susan Jeffers says “Feel the Fear and Do it Any Way”. • Stand up. Sitting down at a networking event doesn’t work. • Think about the needs of your best contacts – how could you help them achieve their needs through any new people you meet? • Always give your name first. It helps put others at ease. Then ask for theirs. • Listen more carefully to others’ names. Repeat the name until it is lodged in your brain. If you didn’t quite catch it, ask for it to be repeated, rather than ‘letting it go’. Imagine a close friend will join you and stand there waiting to be introduced. This will force you to pay more attention! • Starting a conversation can be daunting for some. Talk about common interests – why they’ve come, what ‘interests’ them the most (a better question than ‘what do you do?’) how long they’ve worked for their company, what they like about their role, what are their companies’ biggest success stories?

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MORE Key Networking Tips from Author Roy Sheppard

• Leave the shy and nervous you at home that night. ☺ • Make a point of smiling at everyone. Yes. It might freak some people out, but it’ll be fun for you! • In order to help others, you need to know what they want. To find out, ask lots of non- threatening questions about them, share stuff about you too so it’s not an inquisition! • Don’t spray your business cards around like a tomcat! When you meet someone interesting – COLLECT their business card. • Better still, ask if they are part of LinkedIn. If they are, open the LI app on your phone, let them find themselves for you and connect. You instantly have each others contact details. • Spouses have FAR more power and influence than some imagine. Nurture them. Get to know them as people. Look after their interests and they will recognise and reward you by providing access to their decision-making ‘superiors’. • When you meet new people, find out enough about them to have a valid reason to follow up with a call, SMS message, or email. Perhaps you can send them some appropriate information that you promised. • Enjoy yourself. Extracted from “Meet Greet and Prosper” by conference facilitator and speaker Roy Sheppard Book available on Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/p9ereg8

For more information visit: www.Facilitator.expert

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8. One Rule ONLY! We only have one strict rule at Only Connect – and it has worked since 2008 rather well…

“Everybody has the right to approach anybody they choose… and to make introductions.”

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9. Meet Our Sponsors & Supporters Our sponsor for this event is Business Leader Magazine – they would clearly be delighted to speak to you… We would be happy to talk to your

about sponsorship opportunities at future events. Please email [email protected]

10. Swap Cards We like nothing more to hear that guests have come with a box of cards and none are left as they leave the venue at the end of the night. Clearly, you might want to check your supplies beforehand!

11. Press and Photography We always take photographs at our events and many of them find there way onto our website, emails and more often than not – the press and other media. Please bear this in mind.

12. Official AfterParty Entrance is by Only Connect wristband only. From 12am - 4am. FREE. Gatsby’s, First Floor, 44 Park Street. Bristol, BS1 5JG.

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Matt Richardson My name is Matt Richardson and I am director of Recognition Express Bristol. We source and produce branded promotional products and corporate clothing. I am honored to be a Co Host as I believe the events are the best in the country and networking is what I do best.

13. Meet Your Friendly Co Hosts & Team They would LOVE to meet you and help you in whichever way they can. They sport distinctive domed white plastic badges & sashes . They do not know who is going to be there as we do not provide a delegate list and many of our guests are first timers, but they do try and help with information and know many of the regular guests.

How long have you been a Co Host? 7 years Contact Details E: [email protected] T: 0117 961 3550

Suzie Marshall-Smith My background has been in the airline and aviation industry. I’m currently a travel specialist for a medical repatriation team and I’m beginning a new venture as co-founder and director of Oscaroos Flip Flops. I am a polo player with a long association with Beaufort Polo Club. We have 3 polo ponies and a new Shetland for my daughter!

Sarah Brooks A former broadcaster and award-winning TV Producer, Sarah now works as a Performance Consultant. She specialises in enabling teams and individuals to identify and achieve their goals, and perform with confidence and self-belief.

How long have you been a Co Host? 8 years Contact Details E: [email protected]

How long have you been a Co Host? This is my 4th Only Connect as a Co Host Contact Details E: [email protected]

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Kath Docherty I am a Chartered Accountant specialising in looking after contractors. I love being a co host and ensuring that people are welcomed and looked after.

Oliver Mochizuki I’m the CEO and co-founder of Bristol based crowdfunding and commercial finance platform Fundsurfer.com. Love Only Connect and looking forward to co-hosting for the second time and meeting lots of great people.

How long have you been a Co Host? 4.5 years Contact Details E: [email protected] T: 07743 767687

How long have you been a Co Host? This is my 3rd time as a Co Host Contact Details E: [email protected] / 07766 012365

Inge Dowden I’m the Business Happiness Coach and author of “The Happy Worker”. I help people be happy and successful at work, and for that reason I also love being a co-host, as I get to help people make useful connections and have a good time on the night. I look forward to welcoming you.

Alison Edgar Having been a speaker at Business Showcase Southwest, I wanted to experience for myself the “must attend” Only Connect events. What better way to do that than become a hostess.

How long have you been a Co Host? 5.5 years Contact Details E: [email protected] / T: 0117 370 4204

How long have you been a Co Host? This is my 1st time as a Co Host

Contact Details T: 07969 796730

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Sian Thomas I was fortunate to have led a team of Spectator Services Volunteers during last year’s Rugby World Cup as well as spending time as a Cast Member at Disneyland Paris in a previous life. In between those periods I have also fitted in a Sales Career spanning 20 years and am now working for myself as a Sales Implementation Specialist.

David Hutton I established David Hutton Interiors over 12 years ago in response to a growing requirement for interior design solutions to create timeless yet practical environments. Down time comes in the form of relaxing at home and weekend walks around the Portishead Marina & family holidays in Cornwall.

How long have you been a Co Host? This is my 3rd time as a Co-Host Contact Details E: [email protected] / T: 07866 678833

How long have you been a Co Host? 5.5 years Contact Details E: [email protected] / T: 01179 684813 T: 01179 684813

Yoma Smith Professionally I’m a marketing consultant with over 20 years’ experience, in various sectors and organisations. In addition to my corporate background I support community events, charities and social enterprises – across themes of well- being, the environment, arts and culture.

Nigel Peeck Hi. My name is Nigel. I have been to many Only Connects over the last few years. I run N3 Display Graphics and look forward to connecting with you on the night. How long have you been a Co Host?

2.5 years. Contact Details E: [email protected] / T: 0117 958 9107

How long have you been a Co Host? This is my second event as a Co-Host. Contact Details E: [email protected]

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Graham Sneadon I provide Face to Face Financial advice to businesses, individuals and families across the UK. It is a pleasure to be asked to be a co-host of this event.

Kirsty Godwin Pearson Kirsty is a Specialist Neurophysiotherapist and the Managing Director of Bristol Neurophysio, a company which provides therapy services to clients with neurological conditions in Bristol and the surrounding areas.

How long have you been a Co Host? This is my 1st time as a Co-Host Contact Details E: [email protected] / T: 07966046656

How long have you been a Co Host? 6.5 years Contact Details E: [email protected] / T: 07989 961654

Daria Robinson An American Europhile, Founder of Events by Daria with over 20 years organising and providing delicious catering for a multitude of events corporate and private from swanky themed parties, boutique weddings to international pharma congresses. Whatever the event she is in her element and keen to get involved; from

Graham Godwin Pearson Graham is a marketing consultant with digital speciality. Over the last 5 years, he has spent much of his time working with political clients. Outside work, his passion is conservation and he has written for think tanks on the subject. He became an Only Connect Co-host to help bring businesses together from across the Westcountry.

creation to completion or anywhere in between. How long have you been a Co Host? This is my 1st time as a Co-Host Contact Details E: [email protected] / T: 07969 907888

How long have you been a Co Host? 7.5 years Contact Details E: [email protected] / T: 07956 196 878

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Bob Irwin My name is Bob ‘Internet’ Irwin and I am the Service Delivery Manager for Triangle Networks. We provide Bristol businesses with Ultrafast, High Bandwidth, Gigabit, Low Latency, pure fibre internet connectivity through our Partner centrix programme.

Aluel De Garang Hello my name is Aluel de Garang, I am a qualified counsellor with experience in addictions and related issues. I became a Co Host because I am sociable, approachable and friendly and I also enjoy meeting a wide range of people.

How long have you been a Co Host? 5.5 years Contact Details E: [email protected]

How long have you been a Co Host? 2nd time as co-host but looking forward to set up interesting conversations. Contact Details E: bob.irwin@trianglenetworks / T: 01275 871122

Marisa Colbourn I am a Chartered HR Consultant and Managing Director of Believe HR and Believe Business Consultancy. I am also an Associate Lecturer at the Business School (University West of England) where I teach on the ‘Managing People’ module and ‘Engaging in Critical Business Thinking’. I would love to talk with you.

How long have you been a Co Host? This is my 2nd time as a Co Host Contact Details E: [email protected]/ T: 07528 936302

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Dianna Bonner: Official Photographer Finally back home in Bristol, recently relocated from London. Over the past 15 years, I’ve been lucky enough to work with some amazing people, including, Richard Branson, Jaime Oliver, Kevin Green and Bob Geldof, as well as photographing Food, Products and Events for corporates and charities such as M&S, FT, WWF and Heinz. I’m really looking forward to catching you in your best light, make sure you give me your best smile.

Jamie Breese: Only Connect Organiser I graduated from UWE with First Class Honours. I’ve been a film director, occasinal coach, writer and avid networker. I’ve been a columnist at The Sunday Mirror for 16 years and presented network TV series on all the terrestrial networks. I run The Business Showcase South West and EVO and am a professional charity auctioneer.

Contact Details L: uk.linkedin.com/in/jamiebreese

Contact Details E: [email protected] / 07718 881768

Naomi Hollis - Deputy Event Manager I work for Only Connect and The Business Showcase South West (Showcase Events) as their Sales and Event Manager. I am an avid networker and have a background in events. I studied English and Philosophy at University and enjoy fitness training.

Natasha Shinner: Event Manager I have been helping to make Only Connect a smooth experience for nearly 15,000 guests over a 7 year period. I have spent my whole career working in the events industry & am currently Head of Events at Business West where I look after our programme of events across the South West as well as running Leigh Court.

Contact Details E: [email protected] T: 07837 776185

Contact Details E: [email protected]

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