Active Business Group

28/10/2025

We are very lucky to have secured a business mentor David Barrington to fully engage in our networking group once a month with a minimum long term plan of one year to cover key topics about being in business.

ABG is not just a business referral group it is a business support group
You can find the news articale here

A huge thank you to David and the membership for getting this all in place what an exciting future we have !!

We’re delighted to welcome esteemed mentor David Barrington to Active Business Group. Today marked the first preparatory session of his highly anticipated 12-step business mentoring programme, "From Start-Up to Sign-Off: Building a Business That Lasts."

29/08/2025

We are almost in September and time to get back to work after the holidays. Places are being reserved for this topical event, so book your seat to ensure you hear our panelists talk about the challenges small businesses are facing in the coming months.

The link is in the post below;

𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀: 𝗔 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝘁–𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀

The economic landscape is constantly shifting, presenting both challenges and opportunities for small business owners. Staying ahead of the curve requires more than just hard work—it demands strategic foresight and expert guidance.

That's why the 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 (𝗔𝗕𝗚) is proud to host a business event designed to equip local business owner/managers with the insights they need to succeed.

We invite you to join us for "𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀 - 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀" on 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟮𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱.

Held at the Cave Hotel & Golf Resort, near Faversham this event offers a unique platform for you to gain practical, actionable advice from a distinguished panel of industry authorities.

𝙼̲𝚎̲𝚎̲𝚝̲ ̲𝚝̲𝚑̲𝚎̲ ̲𝙿̲𝚊̲𝚗̲𝚎̲𝚕̲:̲

• 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻: Highly respected local business mentor and university lecturer, offering advice rooted in years of experience guiding businesses to success.

• 𝗗𝗿. 𝗧𝗶𝗺 𝗔𝗸𝗲𝗿: Representing the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Dr. Aker brings a crucial national perspective on the policies and support available for SMEs.

• 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗹 As a Regional Agent from the Bank of England, Patrick will provide essential insights into economic trends and their implications for local enterprises.

• 𝗪𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘆 Our own highly-regarded Chartered Management Accountant from within ABG, Wendy will share her financial acumen and strategies for robust business management.

This is more than just a talk; it's an interactive experience. You'll have the unique opportunity to engage directly with the panelists during a dedicated Q&A session, asking the questions that matter most to your business.

The morning will also feature open networking, giving you the chance to connect with and learn from your peers over a continental breakfast.

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
📆 Date: Tuesday, 23rd September 2025

⏰ Time: Arrive from 06:50 AM for open networking; the panel starts at 07:30 AM.

🏨 Venue: The Cave Hotel & Golf Resort, Boughton, near Faversham

💷 Ticket Price: £15 (includes a continental breakfast)

Secure your place today and invest in the future of your business.

📅 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗯𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navigating-the-economic-crossroads-whats-next-for-small-business-tickets-1544220197179?aff=oddtdtcreator

We look forward to seeing you there!

14/08/2025

One of our current members Bridger's Law who have strong beliefs in young talent both inside and outside of their business sponsoring Ronnie.Karts new race suit was a good fit for their ethos of investing in the future generations
We look forward to watching the relationship grow

Thank you so much to Duane and Jodi from for their sponsorship.

Their sponsorship has got me looking super fresh in my new suit.

Bridger’s Law are an expert, efficient and friendly law firm, covering residential property, corporate and commercial law, commercial property, wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney, divorce and family and criminal law.

They have offices based in Faversham and Sittingbourne.

www.bridgerslaw.co.uk
[email protected]
01795 505992

14/08/2025

Alec is an active member of the Active Business Group and his skill set aligned perfectly to help Ronnie.Karts gain confidence before during and after recent races thank you Alec for the ongoing support

SuccessLab the performance mastery consultancy for teams and individuals in business and sport.

A huge thank you to Alec, who has begun helping me with my mental strength.
After a very short time, I have already made huge improvements and will continue to do so with Alec’s mentoring and support.

For business or sports coaching, get in touch.

www.successlab.coach
[email protected]

14/08/2025

Another active member supporting young local talent with ongoing sponsorship thank you Guy Alexander

A new sponsorship from Guy and Keeley at Alexander Electrical, a massive thank you to you both.

Alexander Electrical - cover domestic and commercial electrical works.

[email protected]
07734357337

14/08/2025

Another of our active members a long term supporter of this young talent thank you Brian Emslie

A huge thank you to Brian Emslie for his continued sponsorship support.

Brian provides holistic wealth management advice for individuals and businesses.

Covering:
Investment planning,
Retirement planning,
Protection planning,
Corporate services,
Mortgages and specialist banking,
Inter generational wealth management.

www.brianemslie.co.uk
01227 375214
07802512727

13/08/2025

https://www.activebusinessgroup.co.uk/news/young-karting-champion-visits-abg-to-say-thanks-for-sponsorship/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR6cpjhOOwAAtrq76ni86U0fGSeKp86DpwYmrfNLSoQvipno_TeGEfxj0GYIkw_aem_7wTs9Jk4pvHlmeB7aQDgfw

A roundup of all the latest news from Active Business Group - A networking group for East Kent Businesses.

12/08/2025

𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀: 𝗔 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝘁–𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀

The economic landscape is constantly shifting, presenting both challenges and opportunities for small business owners. Staying ahead of the curve requires more than just hard work—it demands strategic foresight and expert guidance.

That's why the 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 (𝗔𝗕𝗚) is proud to host a business event designed to equip local business owner/managers with the insights they need to succeed.

We invite you to join us for "𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀 - 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀" on 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟮𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱.

Held at the Cave Hotel & Golf Resort, near Faversham this event offers a unique platform for you to gain practical, actionable advice from a distinguished panel of industry authorities.

𝙼̲𝚎̲𝚎̲𝚝̲ ̲𝚝̲𝚑̲𝚎̲ ̲𝙿̲𝚊̲𝚗̲𝚎̲𝚕̲:̲

• 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻: Highly respected local business mentor and university lecturer, offering advice rooted in years of experience guiding businesses to success.

• 𝗗𝗿. 𝗧𝗶𝗺 𝗔𝗸𝗲𝗿: Representing the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Dr. Aker brings a crucial national perspective on the policies and support available for SMEs.

• 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗹 As a Regional Agent from the Bank of England, Patrick will provide essential insights into economic trends and their implications for local enterprises.

• 𝗪𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘆 Our own highly-regarded Chartered Management Accountant from within ABG, Wendy will share her financial acumen and strategies for robust business management.

This is more than just a talk; it's an interactive experience. You'll have the unique opportunity to engage directly with the panelists during a dedicated Q&A session, asking the questions that matter most to your business.

The morning will also feature open networking, giving you the chance to connect with and learn from your peers over a continental breakfast.

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
📆 Date: Tuesday, 23rd September 2025

⏰ Time: Arrive from 06:50 AM for open networking; the panel starts at 07:30 AM.

🏨 Venue: The Cave Hotel & Golf Resort, Boughton, near Faversham

💷 Ticket Price: £15 (includes a continental breakfast)

Secure your place today and invest in the future of your business.

📅 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗯𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navigating-the-economic-crossroads-whats-next-for-small-business-tickets-1544220197179?aff=oddtdtcreator

We look forward to seeing you there!

29/07/2025

We are excited to welcome David Barrington, entrepreneur & mentor to the group as a regular visitor & contributor.

The membership is eagerly anticipating the wealth of experience and strategic insight David will bring to the group.

For those unfamiliar with the ABG, it is a hub where local business leaders move beyond simple networking. The group fosters a supportive environment focused on tangible growth, shared challenges, and practical solutions, enabling members to build stronger, more resilient businesses together.

Read the whole article here;

ABG, which believes in supporting local business owners & managers, is excited to announce we are welcoming renowned business mentor David Barrington as a regular visitor and contributor. The membership is eagerly anticipating the wealth of experience and strategic insight David will bring to the gr...

29/07/2025

ABG was delighted to recently present a wonderful donation to Loren, from Demelza Charity, following a successful 25th Anniversary celebration for the group.

Read the whole news article here;

The funds, collected as part of our commitment to supporting vital local causes, will go directly to Demelza Hospice, helping them continue their incredible work providing specialist care and support for children and young people with serious or life-limiting conditions and their families.