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The Hatton Garden BID is pleased to welcome a new Project Director to the team this month. Debbie Akehurst has replaced Sarah Nelson and brings a wealth of experience in social and economic regeneration, built up over a 25 year career. Working across the public, private and third sectors, Debbie has joined Primera at a crucial time for the BID, not least as we continue to face the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, but also with BID’s renewal ballot on the near horizon in 2021. Debbie’s experience of developing partnerships and bringing people and sectors together to deliver better outcomes will be invaluable to the businesses and stakeholders of Hatton...
The retail industry as a whole has been hit hard by COVID-19, with the luxury sector feeling some of the harshest effects. However, we’ve seen spending rebound post-lockdown in China across all industries, including luxury. When Hermès reopened their second-largest store in Guangzhou they took £2.7million in one day. While an increase in digital sales and online presence is expected to stick in the long-term, in-store experiences will certainly not stop altogether. The brands emerging from this not only surviving, but thriving will be the ones who can corner the online market and then successfully convert new digital customers into their retail spaces. Offering a...
Being able to administer First Aid is an essential life skill; and one that is particularly useful in the workplace. Earlier this year Hatton Garden BID teamed up with Blue Earth Training to deliver a hugely popular First Aid at Work Course. The response was so positive that we've decided to work with them again, this time to deliver a free webinar for BID Members so that you learn the basics of First Aid from home. This first session will cover the theory of CPR and it's practical use on adults, children and babies. If you're interested in joining us on Wednesday 6th May at 11am, head to our Eventbrite to sign up.
The Goldsmiths’ Company announced the launch of their COVID-19 Fund this week. The Fund aims to help those in the jewellery trade who are in financial difficulty due to the coronavirus. It could be a lifeline to many struggling jewellery businesses in the current crisis, as the Government’s CBILS prove difficult to attain. At present, just 21% of businesses that have applied for these loans have been accepted so far. Launching at the end of the month, you will be able to apply online for either a grant or loan from The Goldsmiths’ Company if you are a member of the jewellery, silversmith and allied industries. You must also be self-employed, a sole trader, or running a...
Well done to everyone who has played along with the Hatton Garden Easter Quiz over the past two weeks - we were seriously impressed with your local and historical knowledge! Keep your eyes on our Facebook, Instagram and Twitter over the coming days to find out who the lucky prize draw winner is. We're sharing the full question and answer list here - so you can have a go if you missed them the first time around, or share them will your office colleagues to see how they score. Have you thought up any Hatton Garden trivia questions of your own? Share them with us, and we'll post them on our social channels for everyone to enjoy. Happy...
We’re in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak and the focus of most businesses is on crisis management. Thinking about troubleshooting is of course really important, but don’t forget to look ahead at the opportunity this period is offering too. The changes we’re seeing in consumer behaviour are really a rapid acceleration of existing trends - significantly a shift to digital - and it seems likely they’ll continue even once the crisis is over. With a huge surge in online traffic and activity, this is such an important time for your business to be visible online and echo consumers’ new priorities. Get talking to your customers to make sure you’re...
How To Make The Most Of Store Closure Time To Future-Proof Your Business As business owners across the country temporarily close their physical stores and reduce their hours due to the latest government restrictions, now is the time for retailers to think about expanding the services they offer and future-proofing their businesses. Hopefully we will not face another crisis of this magnitude in our lifetimes, but we should do all we can to bolster our businesses against such catastrophic global events should we have to face a similar crisis again. This will mean different things to different people depending on where you are with your business. You might want to build...
Digital Communications During The COVID-19 Crisis: A Guide For Businesses With Government policy dictating that all non-essential shops must close for the forseeable future, many business owners will be wondering what the best methods are for keeping their customers informed and engaged from the safety of their homes. The good news is that it's never been easier to remain connected with your core customer base via online platforms - and there's even potential for reaching out to new demographics! This guide outlines how you can easily utilise the power of digital communication to help your business prosper rather than pause. Whether you're a...