Category Archives: Big Business

The future of the Custard Factory – Part 2

Some time ago I wrote a blog post about what might be the future of the Custard Factory, claiming that its capacity as a music venue had somewhat reached its terminal velocity. Every big night is full but you can’t … Continue reading

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One single vision – Where next for Birmingham

With the departure of Clive Dutton, who has been so instrumental in securing the future of the city, thoughts turn to ‘what do we do next?’.

Do we carry on as we are, or do we introspect a bit and refine our strategy? These are tough questions and it proves what we should already know; town planning is not easy. Continue reading

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Clive Dutton: The Council’s Gareth Barry

Jumping ship just when things were looking good, taking the money after gaining nationwide recognition, Sound familiar? Clive Dutton and Gareth Barry Continue reading

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It takes great leaders to make great businesses

I am perpetually stunned how one or two people can have such a huge influence over market share, global trends and fashion. The heads and CEOs of major companies have untold power, and like everything, you don’t know how much … Continue reading

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Buy Birmingham Midland

Gather round all you inhabitants, business men and women of Birmingham and the surrounding regions. We are pleased to be launching the new ‘Buy Birmingham Midland’ initiative that we are hoping will go some way to increasing prosperity and cultivating … Continue reading

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Big City Plan needs a Big City Philosophy

I, and many others, attended the Big City Plan meeting at the Council House last night to hear about the Council’s and the public’s ideas for the City. Before I go any further, I think it is worth mentioning that allowing citizens the … Continue reading

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The importance of being social

Every economist and accountant worth his/her salt that I have spoken to / badgered / pestered / stalked recently have all given the same tip for businesses looking to survive the crunch; LOOK AFTER YOUR EXISTING CLIENTS/CUSTOMERS. As I have … Continue reading

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Big cat to host ‘Clubbed’ premiere

Big Cat are proud to announce the successful tender win to event manage the premiere of independent movie, Clubbed. The eagerly anticipated movie premieres early in the New Year and is a shining example of Big Cat’s versatility in delivering … Continue reading

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