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CELEBRATING BUSINESS EXCELLENCE

IN RENFREWSHIRE

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2 ROCCO BUSINESS AWARDS 2015

Evening Programme & Menu

— 10.00pm —

After Dinner

Entertainment

— 10.15pm —

Charity Raffle

— 10.30pm —

ROCCO Business

Awards Part 2

— 11.15pm —

Awards Dinner Close

— 11.20pm —

After Show Party

in the Birch suite

— 2.00am —

Carriages

— 8.15pm — Dinner

Chef’s Homemade Sweet Potato and Roast Pepper SoupServed with Artisan Bread Selection

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Braised Feather Blade of BeefSet On Dauphinoise Potato with Glazed Root Vegetables

And a Rich Madeira Sauce

Vegetarian Option Vegetable Wellington

Set on Rosti Potato and Served With Tomato and Basil Sauce

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Trio of Mini DessertsRaspberry Cranachan

Chocolate TruffleLemon Syllabub

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Freshly Brewed Tea & Coffee Served with Chocolate Mints & Scottish Tablet

— 6.30pm —

Drinks reception

— 7.10pm —

Welcome From President

Audrey Cumberford

— 7.20pm —

Introduction from your Host Fred MacAulay

— 7.30pm —

ROCCO Business

Awards Part 1

— 8.10pm —

Principal sponsor

Welcome Captain Chris Smith

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President’s Welcome

The decision making process was, as it always is, incredibly tough, with the quality of applications yet again of a very high standard. The volume of applications this year reached a new ROCCO high of over 110. Congratulations to everyone who entered as you all had a positive story to share. For those of you who did not make the shortlist, we hope you will try again next year. I wish to thank all the 34 judges who gave up their time to judge the entries and to attend the presentations from the shortlisted companies. The judging process is intense and the contribution of these volunteers is invaluable. In addition I wish to thank all our sponsors for their support, as without

it the ROCCO’s would not be possible. Our sponsors in common with your Chamber are genuinely committed to the promotion of Business excellence in Renfrewshire. The ROCCO’s is a night of celebration, so please enjoy yourself and let’s collectively celebrate the contribution we have all made in helping Renfrewshire grow & prosper.

Audrey Cumberford, President, Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce

On behalf of the Board of directors, management and staff, welcome to the ROCCO’s 2015, the Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.

We are here tonight to celebrate business excellence in Renfrewshire, with the ROCCO’s: the annual business awards of Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce, now in their 12th year. Of the many events we hold each year, this is our premier event and the largest business black tie dinner in Renfrewshire. Companies know that by gaining recognition for their hard work they can further benefit their business. Winning a ROCCO is a great achievement.

Audrey Cumberford President


Principal Sponsor’s Welcome

Housing, education, health, welfare and general support for our soldiers, sailors, air personnel and marines is essential. Across Scotland that support is provided, without exception, by supportive local authorities and health boards.

Alongside that covenant we need the business world. Our reservists, cadet adult volunteers, veterans and spouses will all, at some stage in their life, work with a wide variety of companies across the United Kingdom. It is vital for them, defence and the wider community that a good working relationship exists.

It is a huge privilege for us to be here amongst you tonight and to sponsor this years ROCCO awards. British commerce produces some of the best leaders and entrepreneurs in the world and clearly some of those being recognised tonight will go on to much greater things as their businesses grow & prosper.

We hope that you all have an enjoyable evening and wish every member of the Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce success in the future.

Defence Relationship Management.

Your Armed Forces are undergoing considerable change, in order to address the challenges, the United Kingdom faces both now and in the future. We are very aware that we can only succeed, in partnership with the society that we seek to defend.

Audrey Cumberford, Chamber President with Colin Vooght, Regional SaBRE Campaign Director

Captain Chris Smith

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Host & Entertainment

- Fred MacAulay

Fred MacAulay has been entertaining the people of Scotland, and further afield, for nearly three decades. Leaving the business world where he had worked as an Accountant and Company Secretary he found fame as a comedian and has enjoyed success on stage, radio and television. Numerous appearances on television panel shows such as Have I Got News For You, Mock The Week and QI alongside radio comedy shows including The Newsquiz, Just A Minute and I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue established Fred as one of the most sought after comedians in the UK. Still remembered fondly for his television chat show series with Ally McCoist, Fred will shortly complete an extensive tour of England with his show "TwentyFifteen" and will be back on the road in the UK in 2016 with his Live stand-up show. It's been a big year for Fred, moving on from Radio after nearly 18 years, but he's delighted to be back hosting the ROCCO Awards. Said Fred " I'm delighted." :)


Host & Entertainment

Hollie RobinsonHollie Robinson from Paisley is 11 years old and loves to perform and entertain people. Hollie has loved singing from a very young age, her talent was first spotted when she sang a solo in Primary 2 at her school assembly. Over the last couple of years Hollie has sang at several venues throughout the UK. Most recently she won a nationwide competition called Talentfest UK at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool, with guest judge Louis Walsh. Hollie has also recently performed on an album that is now on sale called ‘Junior Rocks’.

Sam HollowaySam Holloway is a 14 year old musician from Paisley, playing saxophone, bass and acoustic guitar with a love of singing too. He has performed with Create, Loud ‘n’ Proud, Erskine Music and Media as well as at school and community events. He is also a dedicated rugby player and unable to decide whether his dream would be to perform at Murrayfield on a stage or on the pitch!

Jay FitzpatrickJay Fitzpatrick is a 17 year old guitar player from Paisley who has performed at the ROCCO’s many times. His main influences are Francis Rossi, Gary Moore, Jeff Lynne/ELO, Bryan Adams, Eric Clapton and Brian May. When he was 5 years old, he gained interest in guitar after going to a Status Quo concert. At 10, he joined Loud ‘n’ Proud School of Rock. He played the role of Angus Young in the their major stage production ‘I was there’, the story of the Glasgow Apollo’ at the Clyde Auditorium. He was lead guitarist of a band formed at Loud ‘n’ Proud and in 2011 they won the rock section of a UK wide competition at the O2 in London. Jay has since joined a successful tribute band and plays at various well known venues all over the UK.


Category DescriptionsROCCO Award for Excellence in Customer ServicesSponsored by Scottish Leather Group

Open to organisations that have customer satisfaction at the heart of their business. Organisations should be able to demonstrate measurable benefits in terms of profitability or

market share directly attributed to their excellence in customer service.

ROCCO Award for Enterprise in EducationSponsored by University Of The West Of Scotland

This award is open to businesses that can demonstrate how they have engaged with an education establishment(s) in the area of enterprise. The education establishments (schools, college, university or other places of learning)

involved must be based in Renfrewshire.

ROCCO Award for Innovation and TechnologySponsored by Hillington Park

Open to businesses which have successfully developed innovative products, technologies

or services, or who have developed innovative ways of doing business with customers. Entrants will show high degree of creativity and dynamism and will be exploring ways to exploit their innovation to its fullest potential.

ROCCO Award for Excellence in ManufacturingSponsored by Campbell Dallas

This award is aimed at company's who can demonstrate business success through excellence in manufacturing. Organisations

will be able to show how they have gained competitive advantage in their chosen market, by reducing costs, reducing lead-times, improving delivery and/or improving product quality.

ROCCO Award for International TradeSponsored by Glasgow AirportOpen to companies who have been successful in breaking into new international markets and are an example to local businesses who wish to start exporting their products & services.

ROCCO Award for Invest In RenfrewshireSponsored by Renfrewshire Council & Invest in Renfrewshire

This award is for companies already signed up to Renfrewshire Council’s “Invest in Renfrewshire” Initiative and making a positive contribution to economic and

employment growth in Renfrewshire by providing opportunities for young unemployed people.

Most Promising New Business 2015Sponsored by Business Gateway

For a company who is under five years old and shows a high degree of entrepreneurship and vision to the future with the potential for further growth and expansions in turnover, profits and

employment levels. Businesses should demonstrate business acumen, giving evidence of a well–researched business plans and forecasts for business performance.

ROCCO Award for Renfrewshire’s Favourite Business Sponsored by Paisley Daily Express

A new award for 2015, Paisley Daily Express readers were asked to nominate who they thought would be a worthy winner of Renfrewshire’s Favourite Business – taking

into account aspects of the business, such as their product(s), service & quality. The judges selected a shortlist of 6 from the many entries and encouraged people to vote for their favourite online. The organisation with the most votes will be crowned the winner tonight!

ROCCO Award for Family Business of the Year Sponsored by The Malcolm Group

Open to family businesses where the family members play a key role in the successful running and growth of the company.

ROCCO Award for Young Business Person of the Year Sponsored by West College Scotland

Open to individuals aged 30 years old or younger that have established their own business. Entrants should be able to demonstrate how their youth & energy has

helped them set up a successful business.

The ROCCO Award for Employer of the Year Sponsored by Rolls Royce

Open to companies who are not only successful in commercial terms but in addition are viewed as a 1st class employer

by their staff & customers and play an important role in the local community

The ROCCO Award for Community Champion Co-sponsored by Engage Renfrewshire & The Royal Bank Of Scotland

This award is for any individual or organisation (including private / public sector, Social Enterprises, Charities, Community organisations and Voluntary groups) operating in Renfrewshire. It aims to recognise the positive contribution made by an individual, group or organisation locally in Renfrewshire’s communities and beyond.

The ROCCO Award for Outstanding Performing Business <5 FTESponsored by intu Braehead

For smaller businesses of 5 or less staff who can demonstrate a clearly defined vision for developing and growing the business in terms of both profitability and employment.

The ROCCO Award for Outstanding Performing Business in Renfrewshire 5<25 full time employeesSponsored by Renfrewshire Council

For smaller businesses who can demonstrate dynamism, commitment to growth and success in achieving planned objectives.

The ROCCO Award for Outstanding Performing Business in Renfrewshire >25 full time employees Sponsored by Phoenix Car Company

For businesses who have successfully grown their organisation and now

operate with more than 25 full time employees. Strong Leadership and clearly defined strategic objectives will have shaped the company’s growth and development.

ROCCO Award for Business Leader of the Year Sponsored by DIAGEO

Open to individuals that have the leadership qualities and skills required to drive their

organisation forward and be an example to others. They must also recognise the importance of the local community and Renfrewshire as a place to do business.

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At the heart of Paisley & Renfrewshire

Proud to support the ROCCO Business Awards 2015

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FinalistsScottish Leather Group is the largest manufacturer of leather in the United Kingdom, with three manufacturing sites; Bridge of Weir, Paisley and Glasgow. The group was originally formed in 1965 as an amalgamation of several long established, privately owned leather manufacturers.

Today the group comprises the following companies: Andrew Muirhead & Son Ltd, Glasgow est. 1840; Bridge of Weir Leather Company Ltd, Bridge of Weir, est. 1905; W J & W Lang Ltd, Paisley, est. 1872; NCT Leather Ltd, Bridge of Weir, est. 1936; and SLG Technology, Bridge of Weir, est. 2008.

The Group turnover is over £100M of which over 80% is exported to over 60 countries. The group companies have a long and distinguished track record of export sales and Bridge of Weir is a winner of the Queen’s Award on four occasions, most recently for international Trade in 2012.

Employing over 700 people, the majority of whom are based in Renfrewshire, Scottish Leather Group has a strong commitment to personal career development, talent management and succession planning to ensure the long term sustainability of the business. This has been further enhanced in 2012 through

the establishment of the SLG Academy. The group has invested significantly in its manufacturing operations and can compete favourably with the best in the leather industry, supplying global luxury brands.

Long established customers include - Aston Martin, Jaguar Land Rover, Volvo, Mercedes AMG, Lotus, Morgan, British Airways, Emirates Airline, American Airlines, Singapore Airlines and many others. In addition leather has been supplied to many prestigious hotels, restaurants, public buildings and corporate offices around the world.

Glasgow AirportGlasgow Airport is one of the largest private sector employers in the west of Scotland. Directly, the airport employs 500 staff, and together with the 117 companies based on the campus it supports 5,000 jobs, and more than 7,300 jobs across Scotland as a whole. With some 30 airlines serving more than 110 destinations worldwide, including Canada, the US, the Caribbean, Europe, North Africa and the Gulf, it is Scotland’s principal long-haul airport. During the first six months of 2015, aviation trade body, ACI Europe, classified Glasgow Airport as one of Europe’s fastest growing airports in its category (5-10 million passengers). This year Glasgow Airport expects to welcome more than 8 million passengers through its doors – a significant uplift on the 7.7 million it welcomed in 2014.

intu Braeheadintu Braehead is part of the intu brand and is proud to be one of the UK’s top shopping and leisure destinations. We are passionate about providing our customers with their perfect shopping experience and we help retailers flourish. We aim to be a good corporate citizen and as such corporate responsibility is woven into the fabric of our business. We are active in our community and work with them to identify and help address issues of local concerns, focusing on youth, education and health issues.

Spectrum Service SolutionsSpectrum Service Solutions is a leading facilities management company with particular expertise in contract cleaning, waste management, and soft FM. Spectrum provides a wide range of related services across all market sectors from offices to manufacturing plants, and retail outlets to business parks. Spectrum’s Event Services also provides cleaning and waste management services to the biggest events in Scotland, working with clients like, the Scottish Open, the Ryder Cup, 2014 Commonwealth Games, and the BBC Festivals Team. Spectrum’s high standard of customer service stems from a passion for excellence based on experience, expertise, and professionalism.

Jamie Davidson, Sales Director,

Bridge of Weir Leather

ROCCO Award for Excellence in Customer Service


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Finalists This award is presented by the University of West of Scotland, the local University for over 30% of Scotland’s population, with a growing portfolio of international links throughout the world.

Having a transformational influence on economic, cultural and social developments, both in Scotland and around the world, is what makes us unique as a Business School. However, at our heart is our local surroundings, with complex links to local businesses and organisations located in Scotland, as well as the wider International arena.

We have a strong focus on Business and Enterprise that makes a difference. The school has just launched an Enterprise Academy to work with students and businesses at every stage of organisational development, from business incubators through SME’s and beyond. We aim to encourage our stakeholders to become more entrepreneurial and grasp opportunities to help develop the local economy. The school is also developing an Africa Centre and a Centre for local economic regeneration, as well as working in a variety of interesting applied areas, from ‘Risk and Resilience’ to ‘Tourism and Events’ management.

UWS is keen to work with local, and regional, businesses and to offer a professional international experience to students. Many of our students will have an opportunity to study abroad and widen their experience of other cultures and societies, resulting in an opportunity to transplant this knowledge back into our home campuses and surrounding economies and stakeholders.

Arkelston Primary SchoolArkelston Primary School Resident Nail Bar is a social enterprise business created to improve the lives of vulnerable citizens in our community. Working in partnership with Renfrew Care Home, our Nail Bar profits are reinvested in activities which support the social, emotional and physical wellbeing of residents suffering from dementia. Training in therapeutic practices and dementia care from our business partners ensure children approach their work with an existing skills set. Further transferable skills are developed which empower children in identifying their strengths. Our vision is to support, educate and build the capacity for change within our learners.

A&D Logisitcs / Johnstone / St Benedict’s / Linwood High SchoolsJohnstone High, Linwood High and St Benedict’s High strive to provide excellent standards of education and opportunities for all young people to achieve their potential by developing key skills for learning, life and work. The partnership with A&D Logistics enhances the curriculum and learning experience by enabling young people to follow an appropriate course of study which leads directly to employment and career development.

West College ScotlandWest College Scotland is a modern, ambitious and innovative college which supports over 30,000 students and employs 1,200 staff. As one of Scotland’s largest Colleges we offer skills programmes of the highest quality to support the growth of local businesses. Our training portfolio focuses on key growth sectors including Tourism, Finance and Business, Life Sciences, Engineering and Renewables, Construction, Care and Creative Industries.

West College Scotland works with businesses across Renfrewshire and the West of Scotland, from SMEs to some of the UK’s largest companies, providing Modern Apprenticeships, vocational qualifications and tailored courses to up-skill or reskill the workforce.

Dr. Edward P. BorodziczAssistant Dean for

School of Business and Enterprise

Professor of Risk and Crisis Management

ROCCO Award for Enterprise in Education


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FinalistsToday Hillington Park is home to around 500 businesses who in turn employ over 8,000 people and generate over £340m of economic wealth every year.

It is Scotland’s largest mixed use business park and hosts vital industrial sectors including manufacturing, distribution, technology, food and drink and service as they trade successfully in both the domestic and international markets.

Hillington Park recently became home to Scotland’s only Simplified Planning Zone, a scheme that simplifies and streamlines planning regulation. The SPZ allows development projects to proceed automatically, as all of the key planning considerations have been dealt with up-front.

The benefit’s of the Park’s superb location, two minutes from the M8 and two miles from Glasgow Airport, means that the 417 acre estate continues to attract major organisations through start-ups with exciting ambitions to grow and succeed.

The Park is owned and managed by Patrizia UK Ltd, a highly experienced real estate business covering acquisitions, development, portfolio and asset management, structured finance/funding and reporting. It holds a strong record in core

and opportunistic asset and investment management making in excess of €1bn of investments since the beginning of 2013.

Hoolahan SlidesHoolahan Guitar Slides provides solutions for amateur and professional guitar players. The guitar slide developed by Phil Hoolahan is the only full length slide that completely gives you the freedom of all four fingers plus be able to play slide at will without any adjustment. After creating the perfect guitar slide Hoolahan Guitar Slides has developed Hoolatune, the only mechanical patent protected alternate tuning system that supersedes all its expensive rivals. As a guitarist Phil loved the idea of being able to switch between standard tuning and open G tuning. With all other products the time delay between dialling in the tuning and waiting on the machine head motors to digitally tune the guitar is too long especially playing live when it can’t be changed. Hoolatune solves this problem with instant switching between tunings. According to the Yamaha market report “Accelerating Growth of Musical Instruments Business” (Nov, 2010), the guitar and drum market is estimated at £1.8 billion. More ground breaking products are in development.

QuarriersQuarriers is a unique, inspirational Scottish charity which grew from one man’s vision to an organisation that supports thousands of people to reach their potential. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives. We support families to deal with the challenges life brings. We help to transform lives for people affected by epilepsy. We offer young homeless people support to work towards a brighter future. We give adults with disabilities more opportunities in life, and importantly, a voice. We have been transforming lives for over 140 years: this is just the beginning.

Thermo Fisher ScientificThermo Fisher Scientific is the world leader in serving science, with revenues of $17 billion and approximately 50,000 employees in 50 countries. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity. Through our premier brands – Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific and Unity Lab Services – we offer an unmatched combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and comprehensive support.

ROCCO Award for Innovation and Technology


Jamie Cumming-Commercial Director

Hillington Park

Finalists Campbell Dallas is Scotland’s ‘Accountancy firm of the Year in 2015’ (Scottish Accountancy and Finance Awards) and winner of the ‘Training Team of the Year’. The firm is one of Scotland’s largest firms of independent chartered accountants with a breadth and depth of expertise across all its service lines. These include audit and assurance, business process outsourcing, business recovery and business advisory, insolvency, tax compliance and tax consulting, corporate finance and VAT.

The firm has 19 partners and over 150 staff providing services from offices in Aberdeen, Glasgow, Perth and Stirling and continues to add to its client roster bringing on significant new clients across a number of industry sectors including; manufacturing, agriculture, food & drink, healthcare, professional services, energy & renewables and family businesses.

Campbell Dallas with its roots firmly from the Paisley area is now also an independent member of UHY, a global network of accountancy firms with teams working across nearly 300 offices in 89 countries worldwide. This gives us the ability to meet the needs of established growing businesses in an increasingly global market.

Our people are excellent business advisers who continue to offer commercial, practical and strategic advice to our clients at every stage in the relationship. We understand our clients’ business priorities, sectors and key issues on the horizon for them so as to be able to match our offering to suit their specific needs and help each of our clients’ to grow their own business.

DiageoDiageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with iconic brands in spirits and beer. We are committed to efficient, sustainable production to the highest quality standards. Our export-led International Supply Centre (ISC) employs over 4,000 people across more than 55 sites in Scotland, England, Ireland, Italy and the Netherlands. Our Values: At the heart of everything we do are our company values. We stand by them being the set of behaviours that we expect all our people to embrace to further our ambitions for our business, our people and our communities.

• passionate about customers and consumers • freedom to succeed• proud of what we do • be the best • value each other

Rolls RoyceRolls-Royce is a Power Systems company, who for more than one hundred years has been providing power for aircraft, ships and land applications. Our vision is to provide “better power for a changing world”. In doing so, the company employs around 40,000 people worldwide and the Inchinnan site, opened in 2004, is one of the largest in the UK, employing approximately 1200 people in the manufacture of Compressor Aerofoils and with the recent relocation of the East Kilbride facility, the Maintenance Repair and overhaul of gas turbines for both Civil and Defence markets. The site has been nominated as the Aerofoil Centre of Competence and selected as the proposed manufacturing source for a new “Core Make” commodity, Shafts, which will bring a further £60m of investment to Renfrewshire.

Bridge of Weir LeatherBridge of Weir Leather Company Limited is the UK’s only leather manufacturer for the automotive industry, and as part of the Scottish Leather Group operates one of the largest tanneries in Europe exporting to over 60 countries around the world. The Bridge of Weir Leather Company’s manufacturing process is underpinned by accredited quality management systems, rigorous environmental standards and an industry-leading approach to customer service and strategic supply partnership, all of which are regularly benchmarked for excellence. Being at the forefront of innovation and quality for over a century, where there have been major advances in motoring, Bridge of Weir Leather Company has played its part.

Richard Patterson, Partner, Campbell Dallas

ROCCO Award for Excellence in Manufacturing


INSPIRING BUSINESS PEOPLE

Campbell Dallas is one of the most dynamic and progressive firms of independent Chartered Accountants in Scotland. Our clients come in all shapes and sizes and so do our disciplines. We tailor our services and shape them to fit your needs. Ultimately we are focussed on your peace of mind and helping you succeed.

Contact Richard PattersonPhone 0141 886 6644Email [email protected]

www.campbelldallas.co.uk


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FinalistsGlasgow Airport is one of the largest private sector employers in Renfrewshire. Directly, the airport employs 500 staff, but together with the 117 companies based on the campus it supports 5,000 jobs, and more than 7,300 jobs across Scotland as a whole.

With some 30 airlines serving more than 110 destinations worldwide, including Canada, the US, the Caribbean, Europe and the Gulf, it is Scotland’s principal long-haul airport. In addition to being Scotland’s largest charter hub, Glasgow Airport serves more Scottish destinations than any other airport and is a key component of Scotland’s transport infrastructure. It is the West of Scotland’s primary link to economic markets and is therefore pivotal to the region’s further success.

Glasgow Airport has enjoyed unprecedented growth in 2015, reflected in the fact it has reported double digit growth in its passenger numbers every month since November 2014. Aviation trade body Airports Council International (ACI) Europe, confirmed Glasgow was the third fastest growing airport in Europe during the first six months of 2015. It also confirmed that Glasgow Airport was the third fastest growing airport in its category during June and July 2015.

In 2015 alone, Glasgow has secured 26 new routes and services, including direct flights to Halifax, Nova Scotia; Las Vegas; Cuba; Bordeaux, Munich; Prague; Milan and Budapest. The airport is also committed to improving its facilities. Further to investing £20 million ahead of the Commonwealth Games last year, the airport recently invested £500,000 in redeveloping its exclusive passenger lounge, Upper Deck. It also completed a £3.3 million extension to its east pier allowing it to accommodate an additional 750,000 passengers per year.

Redrock AutomationWe sell and hire welding, positioning and rotating equipment which is used in the Oil and Gas, renewables and defence sectors. We have a large selection of products which are for both sale & hire, however our products ranges from 1 tonne – 2000tonne. These machines are used to rotate cans at a consistent speed to allow precise welding. The main reason for our machinery is to reduce the variables in welding, enhance production and reduce health & safety risks.

RSVP DESIGNRSVP Design assists trainers to deliver more effective & engaging training using our experiential learning activities & programmes. These tools have been widely used internationally by leading Global organisations for over 12 years, and help build the skills that employers want.

The games and activities we design and sell are used by both independent trainers and internal training departments to offer students and delegates the opportunity to practice building their soft skills in a safe and fun environment. We are proud to have shipped our products to more than 70 different countries since 2003.

Summits OutdoorSummits Outdoor is one of Scotland’s leading independent outdoor sports retailers based in Paisley. We offer an extensive range of outdoor gear including skis, snowboards, climbing gear, camping gear, hiking gear, camping equipment as well as a wide range of outdoor and lifestyle clothing. Instore, enthusiastic staff are pleased to offer expert boot fitting and essential advice from first-hand experience. Online we offer convenience, prompt delivery and excellent aftersales service. We also specialise in specific customer orders and thus will do our best to source hard to get items. The staff all love the outdoors and outdoor gear and regularly use the products we sell.

Amanda McMillan – CEO AGS Airport Ltd

ROCCO Award for International Trade


Finalists Invest in Renfrewshire is proud to recognise local businesses whose work and ethos embody the values of partnership, enterprise and community.

Three years ago, Invest in Renfrewshire was a set up by the council to support business growth, help generate jobs and address unemployment. The business community has embraced these aims and worked in partnership with the council; developing innovative programmes to boost our economy and boost career options for our residents.

Now, more than 800 local enterprises have signed up to Invest. They have created work experience, training, internship and job opportunities for local people. They have benefited from support programmes that encourage business growth. They have committed to the future strength of Renfrewshire’s economy and its communities.

Because of this commitment and cooperation, Invest in Renfrewshire is fast approaching a massive milestone. Together, we have created almost 1,000 new jobs and helped more than 3,000 residents into work. These figures represent success, opportunity and even further potential.

The nominees for this award illustrate the strengths that have built Invest’s success and will go on to help Renfrewshire’s economy flourish. We thank them for their commitment, congratulate them on their achievements and look forward to working with them in the future.

You can find out more and sign up to Invest by calling 0300 300 1180, emailing [email protected], visiting www.investinrenfrewshire.com, or following @InvestinRen on Twitter.

Pro Website SolutionsPro Website Solutions is a small digital marketing company based in Paisley who offer a wide range of services to customers for competitive prices, these services include search engine optimisation (SEO), web design, email and social media marketing, the list goes on. Having recognised something missing on the market we have now ventured into training to ensure that people have an understanding should they need it on any services that they as a business may require, the training that we offer includes SEO, Wordpress, internet security, social media marketing etc and all courses can be done in person or online. We are passionate about what we do and have our customers at the heart of our company.

XtensiveXtensive Web Design are a well-established, technically excellent and growing Web Design and Internet marketing company based in Paisley. They service over 50 companies in Renfrewshire and another 150 across the UK, Spain, Turkey, UAE and Namibia. Creating cost effective solutions for their clients is the key to their success and most of their business comes from word of mouth referrals. Xtensive’s main service is Web Design, where they are creating mobile friendly and search engine optimised sites that really work for clients. In addition, their marketing, social media and SEO services complement their irresistible offering to their clients.

SSUKSSUK, with over ten years of experience in the education field has grown steadily and organically, reaping the rewards of building slowly but surely and always sticking to our founding principles of great service and great quality work in everything we do. SSUK is delighted to have been awarded, on a shared basis, a place on the suppliers’ list for the Scotland Excel framework for Presentation and Audio Visual Equipment, Schedule No: 35/10. This period runs from 1st April 2010 to 31st March 2015. Our inclusion on this list is testament to the professionalism of the support staff, hard work of the sales people, skill of the installers and the company-wide ethos of providing value for money equipment and service. It seems all of the prior lead us to be the perfect match for public sector organisations looking for a partner company to help deliver the best value for money.

ROCCO Award for Invest in Renfrewshire


CouncillorMark Macmillan,

Leader of Renfrewshire Council

FinalistsYoung businesses add new life and potential to Renfrewshire’s economy and Business Gateway’s mission is to support entrepreneurship and give new enterprises the best possible start.

We are pleased to part of ROCCO’s recognition of promising new businesses. We work with Renfrewshire’s start-ups every day giving free advice, information and we are constantly impressed with their drive and creativity.

Tonight’s nominees represent a thriving and inspiring sector of our economy and we congratulate them all on their success and contribution to Renfrewshire.

Braehead ClanNormally from birth to full adulthood is a lengthy process that is punctuated with lots of problems many small and many not so small, but that is not the case of the business life of the Braehead Clan who in just five years have become the fastest growing professional sports brand in Scotland. The “Clan” have introduced full time Ice Hockey to the West of Scotland and regularly sell out the 4,000 seats that are available at their Braehead Arena home. Team performances and results have the club placed at the top of the UK’s professional league and the business behind the club continues to grow sales, profits and provides the area with a top class sports organisation whose only trajectory is an upwards one.

Commando X FitCommando X-Fit provides personalised fitness services on a pay as you go or monthly subscription at our state of the art warehouse facility in Hillington Industrial Estate.

The company name is designed to illustrate the standards of physical fitness acquired in the Armed Forces, and most of our instructors have a background of physical training in the Royal Marines and Royal Navy. However, we appreciate that our clients have different goals and aims, and we are committed to providing services that are tailored to the individual.

Lochlie ConstructionLochlie Construction is a Construction and Development business that focuses exclusively on the provision of a Premium Delivery Service to our clients through the integration of our Project Management, Commercial Management, Operational and Delivery expertise.

Provost Anne Hall, Renfrewshire Council

ROCCO Award for Most Promising New Business






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Finalists The Paisley Daily Express has been serving the Renfrewshire community since 1874.

Over the decades, the paper has been through countless changes and seen politicians, council leaders and provosts come and go - but we are still here.

The Express has, proudly, always been seen as a champion of the community it serves and its journalists have never shied away from taking on tough subjects.

Over time, we have campaigned for changes in knife crime sentencing, teamed up with the NHS on an award-winning campaign to encourage people to stop smoking and also took a great risk with our shop-a-dealer anti-drugs initiative.

We also devoted great resources to helping St Vincent’s Hospice, in Howwood, aiming to raise £1million in a calendar year - and, very proudly, succeeded.

As well as tackling the big issues of the day, our job is to supply people with the information they need on issues ... no matter how small.

Our readers are the most important people to us and we are always happy to investigate any genuine concerns they raise, support their charity efforts and send our photographer to their community events.

Currently, times are tough for newspapers and we at the Express feel we have adapted well to social media, online content and changing technology without losing sight of the fact that our readers must come first.

We are honoured to sponsor the Rocco Award for Renfrewshire’s Favourite Business and to be more involved in Renfrewshire’s highly-respected annual business Oscars.

Cheryl McEvoy, Editor, Paisley Daily

Express

A new award for 2015, Paisley Daily Express readers were asked to nominate who they thought would be a worthy winner of Renfrewshire’s Favourite Business – taking into aspects of the business, such as their product(s), service & quality. The judges selected a shortlist of 6 from the many entries and encouraged people to vote for their favourite online. The organisation with the most votes will be crowned the winner tonight!

Renfrewshire’s Favourite Business


ROCCO Award for Family Business of the Year


FinalistsThe Malcolm Group is arguably one of the UK’s leading providers of third-party logistics, construction and vehicle maintenance services.

Originating as a family-owned business in the Renfrewshire area back in the 1920’s, it’s safe to say The Group’s operations have grown substantially.

From its beginnings with assets of only a single horse and cart used to transport coal around the Johnstone area, not only has The Group expanded in terms of the services offered but also in its scale of operations which are now throughout the whole of the UK.

It was the hard work and strategic investment in vehicles, plant and depots by Donald Malcolm that brought the business to what we know today.

Starting life as a private company, The Group went on to enjoy forty-five successful years in the ‘public’ domain before ownership was once again with the Malcolm family.

Today, the company is run by Donald’s two sons, Andrew and Walter, who along with their team of 2,000 staff continue to

see the business grow and develop.

Over the years, The Group has achieved much success and remains a forward-thinking organisation throughout its divisions but is proud to have preserved its heritage, in maintaining a personalised and hands-on management approach which is unique to any family-run business.

Ashtree House HotelBoutique style small hotel and serviced accommodation, family run with local employees providing a quality environment and service for customers visiting the West of Scotland. We are from a multi-generational family background in Farming and Retail. So we have always ran family owned businesses. Myself (Tom Stewart) and my wife (Maureen) work in front of house, management and development of the business. Daughter Emma is the provider of all things financial and property management coming from a background of Land Economics and accountancy.

The business is a partnership of all members.

Branding BoutiqueBranding Boutique are a brand, design and marketing agency with the amazing ability to climb into their clients’ heads and hearts and deliver back their vision and goals - all wrapped up in a strategy with words, pictures and creative thinking. Together we’re a great team: we believe in clear communication, connecting with impact, and always delivering for our clients. We’ve worked with clients throughout the UK, Europe and internationally –always with our eyes on the prize of return on investment and satisfied customers. Visit brandingboutique.com or get in touch for more details.

Spectrum Service SolutionsSpectrum Service Solutions is a leading facilities management company with particular expertise in contract cleaning, waste management, and soft FM. Spectrum provides a wide range of related services across all market sectors from offices to manufacturing plants, and retail outlets to business parks.

Spectrum’s Event Services also provides cleaning and waste management services to the biggest events in Scotland, working with clients like, the Scottish Open, the Ryder Cup, 2014 Commonwealth Games, and the BBC Festivals Team. Spectrum’s high standard of customer service stems from a passion for excellence based on experience, expertise, and professionalism.

John Melrose, Sales & Customer Service Director of Malcolm

Logistics

Finalists West College Scotland is proud to sponsor the Young Business Person of the Year Award at this year’s ROCCOs.

The Young Business Person of the Year recognises the achievement and tenacity of young business people in Renfrewshire.

West College Scotland provides teaching of the highest quality to help and encourage our students to achieve their ambitions. We coach, teach and inspire young people to support them into sustainable employment, or into starting their own business. Using innovative training methods and expert teaching staff our main aim is to prepare our students for the realities of employment and help them achieve the skills they need to succeed in whatever they choose to do.

By working closely with a range of partners, including employers, we ensure our students are best placed to compete in the employment market by regularly reviewing our training and apprenticeship programmes, ensuring that what we teach is current and relevant to businesses today.

We are proud to be associated with this award, and wish all the finalists the very best of luck for the future.

Justin Mayes / Summits OutdoorSummits Outdoor is one of Scotland’s leading independent outdoor sports retailers based in Paisley. We offer an extensive range of outdoor gear including skis, snowboards, climbing gear, camping gear, hiking gear, camping equipment as well as a wide range of outdoor and lifestyle clothing. Instore, enthusiastic staff are pleased to offer expert boot fitting and essential advice from first-hand experience. Online we offer convenience, prompt delivery and excellent aftersales service. We also specialise in specific customer orders and thus will do our best to source hard to get items. The staff all loves the outdoors and outdoor gear and regularly use the products we sell.

Laura Kadakovska / Works from SoulWorks from Soul is a small business that is in stage of testing its market. I am producing handmade, natural soaps that are also available to order with personal touch as a gift or wedding favors. Soaps come in various shapes and aromas. Besides soaps product range includes hand crafted mugs and photo frames, as well as candles. My aim is to deliver products to customer in low prices, so everyone can afford handmade product! Short term goal is to engage with potential customers and gather their feedback. Long term goal is to open my own soap shop and to secure my business.

Sarah Johnstone - Tatty Rose / Blue Tin EventsTatty Rose Ltd has two sides, the first side is Tatty Rose Furniture, here we offer furniture restoration, upholstery, upcycled pieces and home accessories. We also offer a range of classes including, Upcycling, including paint techniques, finishing and basic upholstery and we hope to host wood working and traditional upholstery in the new year.

The Second side of the business is Blue Tin Events where we offer a platform for talented local independent makers across Scotland to sell their goods to the public, Our main one we have focused on is Furniture Pop Up but hope to launch more in 2016.

Stephanie Graham - Vice Principal Educational

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ROCCO Award for Young Business Person of the Year


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Rolls-Royce is a Power Systems company, who for more than one hundred years has been providing power for aircraft, ships and land applications. Our vision is to provide “better power for a changing world”.

In doing so, the company employs around 40,000 people at various locations worldwide, the Inchinnan site is one of the largest in the UK, employing approximately 1200 people in the manufacture of Compressor Aerofoils and with the recent relocation of the East Kilbride facility, the Maintenance Repair and overhaul of gas turbines for both Civil and Defence markets.

The facility was officially opened in October 2004 with the Company continuing to enhance existing, and introduce new capabilities with investments totaling £70m over the last 10 years.

The Inchinnan site sets new standards for productivity and process capability which this has been recognised internally and externally, with the site winning a number of awards from IMech E and ROCCO over the last few years.

The advanced facilities, robust manufacturing processes, coupled with modern working practices, the skill and commitment of our people continue to drive down our manufacturing costs. These skills and positive attitude of the workforce has recently led to further investment, with the site being nominated as the Aerofoil Centre of Competence. In addition the site has been selected as the proposed manufacturing source for a new “Core Make” commodity, Shafts, which will bring a further £60m of investment to Renfrewshire.

It is with great pleasure and pride that Rolls Royce Sponsor Employer of the Year as it is only though harnessing the power and passion of our people we are able to live up to and deliver on our value of “Trusted to deliver excellence”.

Pat Ruddy,Chief of Manufacturing

Engineering Compressors,Rolls-Royce

FinalistsClyde Marine TrainingFounded in 1986, Clyde Marine Training has grown to be the largest maritime training provider in the UK recruiting approximately 50% of the annual Trainee Officer intake for the British Merchant Navy. We currently have contracts with a host of major shipping companies to interview and select motivated young people on their behalf, overseeing their progress during training to become Merchant Navy trainees. Clyde Marine Training is also proud to offer a range of short courses designed to equip personnel at all levels within Marine and general business sectors, with the skills required to carry out essential workplace tasks.”

intu Braeheadintu Braehead is part of the intu brand and is proud to be one of the UK’s top shopping and leisure destinations. We are passionate about providing our customers with their perfect shopping experience and we help retailers flourish. We aim to be a good corporate citizen and as such corporate responsibility is woven into the fabric of our business. We are active in our community and work with them to identify and help address issues of local concerns, focusing on youth, education and health issues.

William TraceyThe William Tracey Group has a heritage of innovation in providing recycling and resource management solutions, from early beginnings in the Paisley rag trade to today, an exporter of energy from fuel resource. We are a growing £70m turnover business servicing Scotland and the North of England offering a diverse range of bespoke services. Building on our family business roots, customer service is at our core as we grow and evolve the business, understanding the changing market place to the benefit of our customers. Our head office and Non Hazardous division is based in Linwood, Renfrewshire, and our Industrial and Utilities division based in Paisley.

FinalistsActive CommunitiesActive Communities is an inspirational community-led organisation that develops and delivers fun innovative programmes across Renfrewshire that inspire people to become more active and improve their health and wellbeing.

We deliver physical activity, community sport and health and wellbeing classes and encourage and support everyone regardless of age or ability. Our youngest member is 2 months and oldest 91!

We pride ourselves in recruiting, training and supporting local people to deliver our programmes, helping them to improve their health and well-being and that of their community and aiming for sustainability in all that we do.

I Am MeSticks and Stones may break my bones, but names can forever harm me.

Disability Hate Crime is recognised as one of the most under reported crimes in the UK. I Am Me is a community led project which works in partnership with Police Scotland to raise awareness of what disability hate crime is and the devastating effects that incidents can have on individuals as well as wider communities.

I Am Me works with communities and businesses to help encourage reporting of incidents and to help tackle prejudicial behaviour.

Be the change you wish to see in the world!

OskarsOskars is a social enterprise which means that we have to run a financially sustainable business in order to fund our social mission. Our mission is threefold; to employ young people furthest removed from the job market, to provide furniture at a reasonable cost to those on low incomes and to divert waste from landfill.

Oskars showroom is open to the public and provides a range of second-hand furniture and white goods at affordable prices. Our services include; painting and decorating, gardening, and house clearances.

ROCCO Award for Community Champion


‘Engage Renfrewshire’ is the single door access for community action, volunteering and the local social enterprise sector in Renfrewshire. As Renfrewshire’s Third Sector Interface (TSI) the Company operates as a strategic Community Planning Partner and first point of contact for community and voluntary sector issues. An important service provider for the local community and voluntary sector – providing both administration and significant financial services for many of its members - Engage Renfrewshire also provides services for its local public sector partners.

As well as improving the ability of the local voluntary organisations to deliver better, more efficient services a key task for the Company is the promotion of the local Third Sector as being ‘open for business’ - known for its professionalism, flexibility, responsiveness and innovation.

Royal Bank of Scotland is delighted to again jointly sponsor the ROCCO Award for Community Champion.

Community is important to the Royal Bank of Scotland and through programmes such as the Skills and Opportunities Fund, offer people and groups across the country support to help make a difference to the towns and cities in which they live.

As well as providing everyday banking services to personal customers, RBS offers comprehensive business and commercial banking services, including specialist finance such as invoice finance, asset finance and leasing, which enable SMEs and large corporate customers to run their business finances more effectively and achieve business goals.

We also offer a broad range of services enabling corporations and institutions to achieve their financing, transaction services and risk management objectives.

Allan Dick, Chair,Board of Management,Engage Renfrewshire

Alex Borland, Relationship Manager,

RBS

The destination that is intu Braehead brings people, jobs and wealth to Renfrewshire.

It is more than just a shopping centre, as since it was opened in 1999, has acted as a catalyst for the creation of one of Scotland’s top leisure attractions with Soar at intu Braehead; retail, park, new homes, hotels, office premises and business space.

The benefit to the local economy is £146 million every year with intu Braehead bringing 6,780 direct jobs - nine per cent of everyone employed in Renfrewshire – paying £88 million in wages every year.

This money - The intu Braehead Pound – can then be spent by the wage earners throughout Renfrewshire, supporting other shops and businesses in towns and villages locally. The regeneration of the River Clyde from King George V Dock to the Renfrew Ferry that we see now was sparked by intu Braehead and the huge private investment that has gone into creating such a retail, leisure, residential and business destination.

In the past 15 years we have seen huge economic growth, all this on land that was once derelict and unused. intu Braehead is a success story for Renfrewshire having created a mixed-use development that attracts millions of people to the area every year. What goes on at intu Braehead is the giant magnet for people from outside Renfrewshire that other towns and villages locally can feed off by providing complementary attractions in retail and leisure.

ROCCO Award for Outstanding Performing Business <5 FTE


FinalistsKukaWe are a full service digital marketing agency providing a wide range of web design and online marketing services without outsourcing. Kuka Studios provides honest, ethical, jargon free marketing. As a team we explain what we do and ensure clients are comfortable with what the service is and what it can achieve. Our goal is to remove the mystery from digital marketing and make it a service which any business can benefit from – no matter how big or small they are.Our strategy is to stick to what we’re good at, and become known for being very good at it. The temptation with any agency is to offer everything and find a way to deliver. We stick to our core skills and provide the best in class service.

Lochlie ConstructionWe deal with every aspect of construction and renovation. Our expertise is end-to-end, covering project management, turnkey solutions, specialist fit-outs and cost control, along with personal selection of staff and sub-contractors. We serve the commercial and residential markets with considerable success. From our Renfrewshire headquarters we handle projects throughout Scotland.

TPS“Established in 2009, TPS Scotland Ltd supply top quality ingredients, food casings and packaging to our customers in the UK from our base in Hillington Park, Glasgow. We pride ourselves on the products we offer and with our commitment to do the very best for our customers, it’s a truly winning combination.”

Bruce Harley, Guest Services Manager,

intu Braehead

Finalists

ROCCO Award for Outstanding Performing Business 5<25 FTE


Braehead ClanNormally from birth to full adulthood is a lengthy process that is punctuated with lots of problems many small and many not so small, but that is not the case of the business life of the Braehead Clan who in just five years have become the fastest growing professional sports brand in Scotland. The “Clan” have introduced full time Ice Hockey to the West of Scotland and regularly sell out the 4,000 seats that are available at their Braehead Arena home. Team performances and results have the club placed at the top of the UK’s professional league and the business behind the club continues to grow sales, profits and provides the area with a top class sports organisation whose only trajectory is an upwards one.

Clyde Marine TrainingFounded in 1986, Clyde Marine Training has grown to be the largest maritime training provider in the UK recruiting approximately 50% of the annual Trainee Officer intake for the British Merchant Navy. We currently have contracts with a host of major shipping companies to interview and select motivated young people on their behalf, overseeing their progress during training to become Merchant Navy trainees. Clyde Marine Training is also proud to offer a range of short courses designed to equip personnel at all levels within Marine and general business sectors, with the skills required to carry out essential workplace tasks.

Engage Renfrewshire‘Engage Renfrewshire’ is the single door access for community action, volunteering and the local social enterprise sector in Renfrewshire. As Renfrewshire’s Third Sector Interface (TSI) the Company operates as a strategic Community Planning Partner and first point of contact for community and voluntary sector issues. An important service provider for the local community and voluntary sector – providing both administration and significant financial services for many of its members - Engage Renfrewshire also provides services for its local public sector partners. As well as improving the ability of the local voluntary organisations to deliver better, more efficient services a key task for the Company is the promotion of the local Third Sector as being ‘open for business’ - known for its professionalism, flexibility, responsiveness and innovation.

Cllr Michael Holmes, Renfrewshire Council

Deputy Leader

Renfrewshire Council is delighted to recognise the importance and success of our small businesses. They are vital to our economy, communities and futures.

Through Invest, the council offers SMEs a range of growth support packages such as wage subsidies, grants, loans and advice. All these are designed to build successful businesses and a successful economy.

Renfrewshire’s outlook is bright with opportunities arising from our regeneration and from City Deal investments. SMEs are well-placed to benefit from these opportunities and to optimise their positive impact on our communities.

Congratulations, then, to tonight’s nominees. They represent a vital and vibrant part of our economy and we salute their success.

ROCCO Award for Outstanding Performing Business >25 FTE


FinalistsGlasgow AirportGlasgow Airport is one of the largest private sector employers in the west of Scotland. Directly, the airport employs 500 staff, and together with the 117 companies based on the campus it supports 5,000 jobs, and more than 7,300 jobs across Scotland as a whole. With some 30 airlines serving more than 110 destinations worldwide, including Canada, the US, the Caribbean, Europe, North Africa and the Gulf, it is Scotland’s principal long-haul airport. During the first six months of 2015, aviation trade body, ACI Europe, classified Glasgow Airport as one of Europe’s fastest growing airports in its category (5-10 million passengers). This year Glasgow Airport expects to welcome more than 8 million passengers through its doors – a significant uplift on the 7.7 million it welcomed in 2014.

National Enquiry Centre - BMI HealthcareThe primary function of the National Enquiry Centre is to drive business to BMI Healthcare hospitals, whilst providing an exceptional experience for all of our patients. We have a team of dedicated advisors, many of whom come from medical backgrounds, professionally handling enquiries for pricing, appointments and more, across a variety of specialist teams. All staff are qualified with the British Society of Medical Secretaries & Administrators and due to this we are able to assess patient needs quickly and accurately. Serious about health, passionate about care is our motto and last year we supported 1.1million patients.

William TraceyThe William Tracey Group has a heritage of innovation in providing recycling and resource management solutions, from early beginnings in the Paisley rag trade to today, an exporter of energy from fuel resource. We are a growing £70m turnover business servicing Scotland and the North of England offering a diverse range of bespoke services. Building on our family business roots, customer service is at our core as we grow and evolve the business, understanding the changing market place to the benefit of our customers. Our head office and Non Hazardous division is based in Linwood, Renfrewshire, and our Industrial and Utilities division based in Paisley.

Phoenix Car Company comprises of Phoenix Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, MG, Mitsubishi, Motown and Suzuki, with a range of both new and used cars available.

Phoenix now employs over 350 members of staff across 13 dealerships with every member of our team playing a vital role in the continued growth of the company. Our continual support from our ever expanding number of customers who choose Phoenix because of our high standards of customer service we deliver across the group is always appreciated.

Phoenix’s main aim is to ensure Phoenix is a fun yet professional environment for staff and to build lasting relationships with our customers.

Over the years Phoenix have been the proud winners of numerous awards including European Dealer of the Year and World Dealer awards. Yet again it has been a very busy and exciting year for Phoenix and we are honoured to be presenting an award to one of our fellow chamber members.

Russell Smith,Managing Director,

Phoenix Car Company

Diageo Shieldhall is the largest Scotch whisky packaging plant in the world. It operates eight high speed lines and produces brands such as Johnnie Walker, J&B and Bell’s. One of their lines has an output of 10 bottles a second making it the fastest spirit line in the world. More than 250 million bottles of whisky leave Shieldhall each year for 180 markets all over the world. This represents 73% of all whisky produced in Scotland for Diageo and nearly 30% of the total Scotch whisky industry worldwide. Employing up to 590 people, Diageo Shieldhall has a strong commitment to people development and aims to give all employees the opportunity to develop throughout their career.

Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits, beer and wine categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, JεB, Buchanan’s and Windsor whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness.

ROCCO Award for Business Leader of the Year


Adam Mair, Operations Director,

Diageo

FinalistsDiageo are proud to be sponsoring the ROCCO Award for Business Leader of the Year. The nominations are individuals that have the leadership qualities and skills required to drive their organisation forward and be an example to others. They must also recognise the importance of the local community and Renfrewshire as a place to do business. Each member of the Chamber Board of Directors was asked to cast 1 vote for the leader they thought has contributed the most to Renfrewshire in the last 12 months by investment, publicity and business growth.

The nominations are:

Colin McMurray - MD Clyde Marine Training

Tracey Smith - BMI National Enquiry Centre Director

Helena Morrow - Sales Director, Paisley Daily Express

Professor Craig Mahoney - Principal & Vice Chancellor of UWS


Charities & Good Causes

ROCCO 2014 plus our Christmas & golf raffle helped raise £9,500 for local Renfrewshire charities and good causes. Our main charities over the last year were St Vincent’s Hospice and Mary Russell School. (They received £4k each). This year our 2 main charities / local good causes are Accord Hospice and Kintyre Base.

In picture from left; Chamber president Audrey Cumberford (Principal & chief executive West College Scotland), Chamber chief exec Bob Davidson and Hospice chief executive Kate Lennon.

In picture from left; Chamber president Audrey Cumberford (Principal & Chief Executive West College Scotland); Simon Mann - Deputy Head Teacher; Bob Davidson, Renfrewshire Chamber Chief Exec. Pupils: Billy Willis, Samuel Gray, Chelsea Lindie, and Christopher Lafroimboise

• Cardiac Risk in Young People• Educate the Kids (Africa)• Lord Provost’s Charity Fund• Parkinson’s UK

• Quest 4 Talent (ran by Rotary)• Renfrew Speakers Club• Shelter• Young Enterprise Scotland - Renfrewshire

The ROCCO fund also supports other organisation with smaller amounts (local charities, good causes and community groups & events throughout the year). Examples of who we supported in the last year are:

Friday 9th May 2014 Grand Central Hotel

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prosecco reception from 7pm

3-course meal plus coffee

celeb host

live music from A Band Called Wanda

dancing until 1am

dress: black tie

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[email protected] or 01505 705635

St Vincent’s Hospice is a charitable organisation at the heart of the community offering specialised care and services to all those affected by life limiting illness. If you think St Vincent’s Hospice could help someone you know, talk to your GP or District Nurse.

01505 705635 Midton Road Howwood PA9 1AF www.svh.co.uk @StVincentsHosp www.facebook.com/StVincentsHospice Scottish registered charity SC006888


Charities & Good Causes

ACCORD’s mission is to continue to match need to care for the patient’s and their families from within our community who require palliative care and support. Each year we look after over 1000 patients, and we are able to do this through the continuous support we receive from our community.

We are continually developing as an organization, and recently we unveiled our new image, which will assist us in developing our connections to the community.

The Chamber has always been a staunch supporter of ACCORD, and we would like to thank you all for your support tonight.

The Kintyre Base is a local authority alternative education provision established in 1995, based within Linwood High School for young people from across Renfrewshire who have additional support needs specifically social and emotional needs.

The base offers a secure nurturing environment with small group teaching and support to encourage attendance and re engagement in education. The young people who attend the Kintyre Base (currently 15) also take part in an outdoor education programme; activities like climbing, hiking & canoeing positively reinforce their ability to achieve success and cope in situations they are unfamiliar and help develop their independence. These activities promote employability skills like cooperation and team work which they have missed by being out of mainstream school. Additional funding will enable purchase of much needed new outdoor kit, clothing and help with travel costs.


Raffle Prizes

Prize Donated by

4 ball at the Carrick, Loch Lomond Clyde Marine Training

6 person tribute night Normandy Hotel

B&B voucher for 2 people Lynnhurst Hotel

Case of fine wines & spirits Paisley Autocare

£200 Paisley Autocare voucher Paisley Autocare

£100 ONE FOR ALL voucher Paisley Autocare

Leather Gladstone bag Scottish Leather Group

Case of Champagne Chivas Brothers

Family ticket for a home game St Mirren

Sky Box & hospitality for 2 at Celtic v Motherwell 19th Dec

Phoenix Car

Prize Donated by

Glasgow Airport Upperdeck access for 1 year (+ 1 guest) Glasgow Airport

Diageo drinks hampers x 2 Diageo

2 tickets to Ellie Goulding at the Hydro Clydesdale Bank

2 VIP tickets to Strictly at the Hydro Paisley Daily Express

4 x Clan home game “best in house” tickets The Braehead Clan

Meal for 6 plus karting The Experience

£200 shopping voucher intu Braehead

Thermal Spa Experience for 2 Eve Spa

Case of sparkling wine Santander

Glasgow Tigers £1,000 Hospitality package for 20 Glasgow Tigers


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Premier Partners

Renfrewshire Chamber Premier Partners:Braehead ClanCameron PresentationsCampbell DallasDiageoGlasgow Airportintu BraeheadMacRobertsNSDesignPhoenix CarRenfrewshire CouncilSt Mirren FCUniversity of the West of ScotlandThermo Fisher ScientificWest College Scotland

P R E M I E R P A R T N E R

If you are interested in finding out more about Premier Partners please contact Bob Davidson, Chief Exec’ on 0141 847 5452, [email protected]

Our Premier Partner programme continues to prove popular, showing the support the business community has for Renfrewshire, both in it’s Chamber and as a place to do business.

Premier Partners get their logo in Business Matters inside page, landing page of website and Premier Partner page, our eNews and in our app. The rest of a Premier Partner package can include sponsoring a ROCCO Award, private meeting with the Board, adverts, flyers, networking lunches, events etc… We are happy to discuss a package that will help support your business objectives.






Sponsor Acknowledgements

We also thank all companies who have supported the event through advertising in the programme – we hope that this proves beneficial to your company.

Final thanks need to go to all the staff at Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce – without whom this event would not have been possible.

We hope that you enjoy the evening and we appreciate the support offered by our members and the business community of Renfrewshire – Thank you.

The ROCCO Business Awards could not be delivered without the outstanding support of the business community in Renfrewshire. We would like to extend our special thanks to the Ministry of Defence for being our Principal Sponsor and to each of our Award Sponsors.

There were many other organisations that offered support, donations and contributed – we extend our sincerest thanks to each of them for their confidence in the ROCCO Business Awards.





Business Gateway services are delivered by Local Authorities, Scottish Enterprise and Scottish Government with the support of associated partner organisations.


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Table Company29 Xtensive Web Design30 Spectrum Service Solutions31 Paisley Autocare32 Clydesdale Bank33 Arkleston Primary School33 Linwood High33 A&D Logistics34 Royal Bank of Scotland35 William Tracey Group36 Smith & McLaurin37 I Am Me37 Ashtree House37 Fission Creative37 The Print Broker38 Lochlie Construction39 Branding Boutique39 Pro Website Solutions40 Oskars41 RSVP Design42 SSUK43 Clyde Marine Training44 Red Rock Automation44 UWS Business Society44 Commando X-Fit45 LESL46 Glasgow Tigers47 Blend Coffee Lounge47 Diane Mitchell Music School47 Summits Outdoor47 Quarriers48 NWH Group49 Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce


Joining the Chamber

Membership of the Chamber starts at £125 a year and is based on number of staff. We were established over 50 years ago and are fully accredited to British and Scottish Chambers of Commerce and offer our members a wide range of valuable services.

Included in membership at no extra cost:• Chamber HR• Chamber Legal• Business Mentoring• Business Matters quarterly magazine• Market your good news in our eNews• Entry in our online business directory and iPhone /

Android app• Member only events & forums

Offered to members at a competitive discounted rate:

• Export documentation• Business Centre room hire• Membership rates at chargeable events• Chamber Health products with Westfield & AXA• Chamber Merchant Services (credit card machines)

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Networking is a key part of what we do as a Chamber and the part that most members see. By the end of December 2015 we will have ran 50 events attracting 2,000 people and supported dozens more. Examples of our events are:

• Monthly networking lunches• “Business Matters” our B2B event & conference

• The Chamber Golf Day

• Burns Supper

• “Doing Business in…” events

• Speed networking

• New members events

• Visits to local business premises

• HR Forum with MacRoberts

• Business Forum

• Ministerial breakfasts

The Chamber is well connected – including local council,

politicians and business leaders. Our fully accredited

affiliations with Scottish and British Chambers mean you

have access to a powerful network.

Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce - “Helping Renfrewshire grow & prosper”

To get the most out of your existing membership or if you are considering joiningplease contact Bob Grant on 0141 847 5455, [email protected]

Keep up to date with the Chamber by visiting www.renfrewshirechamber.com and follow us on social media. (Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin) facebook.com/RenfrewshireChamberofCommerce • twitter.com/RenfrewshireCoC

Want to join the largest business networking organisation in Renfrewshire and network with 580 companies representing 30,000 employees across all sectors?

Export DocumentationDid you know we certify 15,000 export documents a year for 70 clients?

Members receive a significant discount. Contact Laura Connor at the Chamber for more info [email protected] 0141 847 5465

Glasgow Airport Business Centrec/o Renfrewshire Chamber

Bute Court, St Andrew’s DriveGlasgow Airport PA3 2SW

0141 847 [email protected] www.renfrewshirechamber.com

Need a Business Mentor?

Contact our Business Mentoring Exec’ Mark Brown to discuss how a free business mentor can help your business grow & prosper.

[email protected] 07525 323500

If you want to grow or develop your business, who better to encourage you than someone who has already made that journey

ROOMS AVAILABLE FOR HIRE AT

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Young people are our future and the Chamber invests a great deal of resource in this area covering all ages from nursery to students. From the schools partnership agreement with Council Education Department and our support of the Recruit and Invest in Renfrewshire, to our role in the running and delivery of the Young Enterprise Scotland Company Programme.

Working With Young People

Gleniffer High School Linwood High School St Andrew’s Academy

Other programmes supported include:

• Mission Discovery• Primary Engineer• STEM fortnight

• Skills Ambassador• Certificate of Work Readiness. • Developing the Young Workforce• Tackling Poverty Commission

In addition the Chamber gives many talks, sponsors & judges competitions and helps forge business relationships across schools, UWS and West College Scotland.


Working With Young People

Mearns Castle – Young Enterprise Area Winners Nicole Cameron – our Modern ApprenticeRenfrew High

West College Scotland – apprentices painting Chamber meeting rooms

UWS Business SocietyPaisley Grammar

All Renfrewshire Chamber members get free access to Chamber HR (via Qdos) & Chamber Legal (via Composite Legal) , plus a discounted health product for staff from Westfield Health. Contact Bob Grant at the Chamber for more information.

www.composite-legal.com

www.chamberhr.co.uk

www.westfieldhealth.com/business/chamber-primary-health-plan

Member Benefits

The Invest in Renfrewshire team would like to congratulate all nominees and winners at this year’s ROCCO awards.

For the first time, Renfrewshire’s youth unemployment rate has fallen below that of the Scottish average. When businesses first signed up to Invest in Renfrewshire, 10.6% of our young residents were claiming Job Seeker’s Allowance. Now, that figure is 2.2%.

Thank youPartner businesses have helped to create nearly 1,000 jobs for local young people.

You’ve also improved young people’s employability by offering work experience, training and apprenticeships.

Thank youRenfrewshire’s residents are better equipped than ever to benefit from business growth and the opportunities that will arise from regeneration and the City Deal.

Thank youYoung people can now expect to build their careers, lives, families and communities in Renfrewshire.

Thank youWe’re developing a local people’s skills and keeping their talent in Renfrewshire’s economy.

Thank youCouncillor Mark MacMillan, Leader of Renfrewshire Council, and everyone in the Invest in Renfrewshire team sends a big thank you to all the businesses that have helped create opportunities for Renfrewshire’s young people.

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Come and join us at Hillington Park and be part ofa business community which is home to over 500businesses and employing over 8000 people.

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Your business is unique. How it grows should be too.We know that every business has different ambitions, which is why we have flexible solutions and plenty of know-how to shape the perfect plan for you.

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At West College Scotland, our Business & Enterprise team is committed to design training programmes to suit your needs, whether you’re looking for on-the-job training or fast-track qualifications.

Our innovative approach to training and upskilling has been developed through long-standing partnerships with commercial organisations and Sector Skills Councils in a wide-range of sectors including Construction & Engineering, Business & Technology, Hospitality & Tourism, Care and much more.

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From the moment you contact BMI Healthcare our staff are here to help. The National Enquiry Centre is committed to delivering high quality customer service and will answer any queries and book an appointment to see one of our consultants at a time that suits you.

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