Members’ News
A faultless finish: Magennis Plumbing share their secrets
Another productive Friday morning for the Ingroup here in Kendal! This week we enjoyed a brilliant 10-minute talk from Karen and Billy of Magennis Plumbing…
Julian Wilson Electrical
This week The In Group heard from Julian Wilson Electrical LTD. Being an electrician involves far more than simply installing wiring. A typical day can…
Jim Bracken Shares Lessons from a Life in Business
A big thank you to Jim Bracken for sharing a fascinating 10-minute talk with the group on Friday. Jim took us on a journey through…
From Lakes Embroidery to Branda: Izzy Shares Her Business Rebrand Journey
This week, Izzy shared the story behind her business rebrand from Lakes Embroidery to Branda, explaining how her focus has shifted from production-led embroidery work…
Today’s In Group meeting was a little different from the norm.
Instead of our usual 60-second updates from each business, we held a dedicated session focused on some exciting plans we’re developing for the year ahead…
Planning Ahead: Understanding Inheritance Tax
This week, Graham Lappin from FMB delivered a detailed and thought-provoking presentation on inheritance tax planning and why it is becoming increasingly important for individuals,…
InGroup Member Spotlight – MB Digital
This week Danny from MB Digital shared how the business continues to grow through trust, service and solving problems properly. From managed print and IT…
Andrew Shares Practical Advice on Damp and Condensation
This week, Andrew from Wilkinsons Decorators gave a really useful 10-minute talk on damp and condensation in the home. He explained how important it is…
Employment law in focus with Richard Moore
This week’s meeting brought together 15 members for another productive session, with more than five referrals passed and over £2,500 of business generated from previous…
Strong Turnout and £1,200 in Past Business as Steve Barber Showcases 1863 Success Story
This week we welcomed 18 members for a positive and productive meeting, generating four referrals and over £1,200 in past business. Our 10-minute presentation was…
Karen Barden (sort of!) hosts this week’s InGroup quiz
We missed Karen Barden this week, but in true InGroup spirit her quiz went ahead – expertly (and bravely) delivered by Steve, a long-time friend…
Busy Morning for the Group as Ryan from Shire Homes Shares His Story
We had a full house this morning with 20 members attending, plus a warm welcome to guest Mary from Carers Support South Lakes. Ryan from…
Sunny Brow Daycare and Nursery
Peter and Claire from Sunnybrow Daycare and Nursery shared valuable insights into early childhood development, highlighting how young children’s learning, behaviour, and social skills can…
Supporting Business in Surprising Ways
A great turnout this morning with 18 members around the table, 9 referrals exchanged, and over £37,000 in business generated from past introductions—proof of how…
Festive Fun to End the Year in Style
We ended the year with a relaxed and festive final meeting, joined by 18 members and guests James from Brackens Roofing and Jennie from Burnett…