News
May 2010
Twosome now mean business - St Peter's Gate tenant David Lynch of Lynch Healthcare is preparing to go head-to-head against Darren Williams of Hair X-Tensions in the final of the Sunderland Echo's If We Can, You Can challenge. The two inspirational entrepreneurs were chosen by the challenge's judges after a nerve-racking series of question-and-answer sessions involving the five best competition entrants. They will now face a public vote over the coming weeks. David, whose company supplies, installs and maintains disability equipment, said: "I have been through a fairly complex journey to get here so it is great I have been selected as a finalist. I started from scratch to reach my dreams and ambitions for the business". The public are now being urged to vote for their favourite finalist over the next four weeks. Votes can be made by entering "Vote" followed by the name of your chosen finalist in the subject heading of an email to Stephen@entrepreneursforum.net or in a text to 07624 803199. The public vote will be combined with the judges' scores to determine the overall winner. During the voting period, the Echo will follow the two finalists in a bid to gain a greater insight into their "entrepreneurial journeys" before finally announcing the winner on June 17. More information about the finalists can be found on their personal online profile and blog pages, and also at www.ifwecanyoucan.co.uk/challenge. As well as becoming the "Face of Entrepreneurship for the North East", the winner will receive a tailored package of business mentoring, guidance and support, together with a one-year membership to the Entrepreneurs' Forum.
3D TV reaches a new dimension - The 3D TV revolution is upon us and the latest technology is being developed by St Peter's Gate tenant Saif Chaudhry of Stereografix. Stereografix is bringing 3D television to the masses, without the need for the special glasses usually required to feel the full effects of the experience. Saif said: "The success of 3D films like Avatar and the recent launch of Sky 3D television coupled with a buzz around 'The 3D Summer' means the timing for our launch couldn't be better". Saif is hoping to make his mark in the technology sector by offering potential clients the chance to market their products in three-dimensional form. A recent exhibition at London's Earls Court saw Stereografix get significant interest from the commercial, advertising and education sectors. Saif said: "We now have the expertise, hardware, software and design talent to provide all important content for the various 3D platforms on offer. The 3D revolution has begun." A graduate of Sunderland University, Saif is eager to see that his company uses the skills and expertise about the industry in Sunderland and the North East, to help raise interest in the new platform. He is keen to stay here and to make this area a centre of excellence for 3D development. More information on Saif and his company can be found on their website, www.stereografix.co.uk.
June 2009
Redup meet with Sir Alan Sugar - On Tuesday 9th June 2009 Redup were treated to a rare and unique opportunity of having a private meeting with Sir Alan Sugar ahead of his seminar on the importance of apprenticeship. Just nine guests were invited to a attend a private meeting with Sir Alan and the three M.P's he was leading the event with. The group consisted of three employees, three apprentices and three representatives from training organisations. Sir Alan was quick to dissipate any nerves that they all had and he was soon cracking jokes with Redup's young apprentice Ben Cooper. They soon got down to business however and focus was immediately given to the importance of apprenticeships to both young people and employers in the region and Sir Alan was keen to hear from both sides of the apprenticeship process. Ben Cooper has been climbing the ladder of success since he joined Redup in October last year. He continues to exceed Redup's expectations and they are thrilled with his progress. Well done Ben!
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