Testimonials
"Gaining Beacon status has given everyone at Samson Office Supplies a boost. We have set a target to double turnover in the next two years and being part of the Beacon network, which will allow us to explore ideas with like-minded, successful companies, will hopefully provide us with invaluable support on this journey."
Jonathan Rice, managing director of Samson Office Supplies
"When Beacon South West brings companies together for its 'members only meetings', it tends to select companies with diverse skills, such as marketing, finance or lean manufacturing, which exposes everyone to an impressive range of expertise. These group meetings provide an invaluable opportunity to share ideas, develop new strategies, and learn new techniques and practices."
David Bone, managing director of Somar International - manufacturer and distributor of intelligent motor systems
"We're very pleased and proud to have been awarded Beacon status - it's nice to have our hard work recognised. Not only is it a well deserved pat on the back for everyone here, it is also proving to be a very valuable network for the exchange of knowledge and expertise. I recently spoke at a Beacon seminar on energy and efficiency which was an important forum bringing together business people from various sectors to discuss the topics and increase understanding of the issues involved."
Richard O'Connell, director at Bandvulc Tyres - one the UK's largest manufacturers of remoulded truck tyres
"As a company we have always strived for innovation and are constantly looking to develop and grow the business whilst maintain an excellent and important service for our clients. We are proud to be part of the Beacon network in recognition of this, and work alongside other innovative businesses to further develop the company and offer our expertise to others."
Martin Smith, managing director of Firewatch - fire protection service
"Being known for our business ethics, high standards and quality products has been fundamental to our success. Now we are part of the Beacon stable, we can not only share our business experience with the network but benefit from meeting other high performing organisations."
Steve Turton, managing director of Turton Quality Foods - suppliers of quality meat to butchers, delicatessens, restaurants and supermarkets
"Guerba has been running for over 25 years, but in the last four years we have restructured the business, moving away from offering other operators' adventure holidays to UK travellers, to solely offer our own travel packages. As such, our business has achieved dramatic margin growth and far better control of quality. Receiving our Beacon company status is not only a great honour, but will also help us to sustain business growth by sharing best practice with other like-minded Beacon companies."
Ian Ripper, managing director of Guerba - providers of adventure holidays and wildlife safaris
"We are delighted to be awarded Beacon company status in recognition of our success. As well as bringing with us a wealth of knowledge from our sector, being a Beacon company provides us with an invaluable source of expertise from similar companies who have experienced high growth and the challenges that can often come with it."
Jackie Eades, managing director of Briers - leading brand in gardenwear for both adults and children
