[stockton news - january 2010]
Beck Valley Books
An online bookstore operating from Stockton Business Centre is Beck Valley Books. They offer around 5,000 second-hand, rare and out-of-print books covering many subjects including children’s books at fantastic prices. The company offers a free book-search service to try and locate that hard-to-find book you really want and free delivery to local residents.
Find out more by visiting www.beckvalleybooks.co.uk
[stockton news - january 2010]
Dancers from Dancefuzion group, based in Stockton Business Centre in Brunswick Street, were invited to perform on the main stage at the Children in Need event at Hartlepool Marina
Seen by millions on live TV and a live audience of more than 2,000, this was a fantastic opportunity.
They also performed at the Odin’s Glow arts festival. The company is providing new employment opportunities in the area and recently recruited dance teacher Natalie York to it’s staff.
To find out how to book the group for fundraising and other events, email dancefuzion@btinternet.com
[stockton news - january 2010]
Mickeystars Ltd
Mickystars Ltd, based in the Stockton Business Centre, is providing the answer, selling designer clothing from the worlds leading brands at possibly the UK’s lowest prices. Formed as a part time hobby to sell excess clothing through Ebay, Mickystars Ltd is now growing rapidly, despite the recession.
The help and support of the Business Centre staff is invaluable to anyone starting out on their own. “The ease at which we can expand within the Centre is fantastic and the support is always there,” said owner Micky Davies. “We now sell the very latest Firetrap clothing at up to 90% off and have lots of new labels coming soon.”
Grab yourself a bargain by visiting Stores.shop.ebay.co.uk/MICKYSTARS
[stockton news - january 2010]
Software engineering company Quorum Development started life in Stockton Business Centre but it’s success has seen them move on to bigger premises in Wynyard Park, near Billingham. Quorum recently landed it’s first overseas software contract with a major European power generation company, enabling it to expand it’s workforce.
Quorum director Paul Fothergill said “It was a shame to leave the Stockton Business Centre, which provided us with much needed assistance when we started.”
[press release - nov 2009]
Talib and Sarah Kadhim proudly present one of their 'I Like' characters which are currently being screened on Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon says ‘I like’ Back 2 Front’s Animations
An animation company from Teesside is celebrating its work being aired on NickToons, the UK animation channel that promises to make you ‘Laugh Your Pants Off’.
The Nickelodeon team was so impressed with a taster animation they found online that they commissioned husband and wife team Talib and Sarah Kadhim at Back 2 Front Animation to produce six humorous shorts.
The series of short films entitled ‘I Like’ has developed from the innovative company’s original taster, ‘I like Brains’ which sees a cheeky and slightly gruesome central character prod and poke the inside of his exposed brain then lick his finger; only to regret his actions soon after!
Delighted about working with the Nickelodeon network, Talib Kadhim, Creative Director at Back 2 Front Animation, said:
“We’ve always been a massive fan of Nickelodeon and had often thought about approaching them with our work. When they approached us earlier this year after seeing our taster online we were so excited.”
Continue reading 'Nickelodeon says ‘I like’ Back 2 Front’s Animations'»
Tracy from TJ Catering
[From: Tees Pride - Sept 2009]
TJ Catering have been operating the café at the Business Centre since February and they are cooking up a storm having received a five star stamp of approval from the Tees Valley Food Hygiene ratings.
Owner, Tracy Johnston, said: “We currently employ one full time and two part time staff and as well as operating the café, we do outside catering as well and are looking to expand this part of the business.”
The café is open to both businesses within the centre and the general public from 8.30am – 4pm from Monday to Friday and from 9am – 1pm on Saturdays.
“All our food is cooked on the premises and it is good, old fashioned home cooking including quiches, scones and cakes,” added Tracy.
[From: Tees Pride - Sept 2009]
Mark Rayner has just set up his new enterprise, Evolution Music, and has only weeks ago moved into the Stockton Business Centre.
The business offers music tuition and also acts as a booking agent for people looking to hire bands or DJs for weddings or corporate events.
Mark said: “Having just started out, the Business Centre is a great place to be based as the support is there and I have a mentor who is helping me learn about book keeping.”
[From: Tees Pride - Sept 2009]
One business benefiting from the facilities and support at the Stockton Business Centre is DL Care Limited.
The company employs 20 full time and five part time staff and provides home care support for children and young people with disabilities. As well as supporting the youngsters in their own homes, staff at DL Care Limited also take them to activities across the Borough.
The company was recently awarded a contract by Stockton Council and as well as the support work, they also provide supervised contact work for children within the care system.
Ste Sudlow watched by Danny Allinson
[FROM: Stockton News - July 2009]
A new creative arts and education company has blasted off in Stockton Business Centre.
Created by Danny Allinson and Ste Sudlow, Apollo Art Ltd features a purpose built music studio where budding musicians can learn to play in a fun, relaxed environment. Lessons are available in guitar, drums, piano and vocals and are open to all ages and abilities.
Danny said: “We’re delighted to open a creative arts company in Stockton. After years of travelling around the country to work on various projects ourselves, we plan to bring more creative projects to our region and inspire local youngsters to realise their own artistic ambitions and become more involved in the arts closer to home.”
For details about music lessons, contact Apollo Music Service on (01642) 345141.
[FROM: Stockton News - May 2009]
A mentoring project providing a listening service for people with mental health issues is looking for new volunteer mentors.
The Mind Maze Mentoring Project, based in Stockton Business Centre on Brunswick Street, Stockton, provides one-to-one mentoring in safe, mutually convenient locations and provides training for new mentors.
For details, to volunteer or receive mentoring support, call (01642) 633525 or email
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