Meeting clients in Clerkenwell
Helen and Kate enjoying a fine Spring evening in the City before meeting clients in Clerkenwell.
Herbert Smith Freehills Alumni
The Herbert Smith Freehills Alumni bash was a jolly occasion as always with ongoing reunion of fellow colleagues through the ages. Kate Matthews enjoyed linking up with her alumni at the Skylon restaurant overlooking the Thames.
EWIF Awards
The 2019 EWIF Awards were again well attended by the franchise industry with celebrations of the achievements of the finalists and awe inspiring speeches from Penny Power OBE and EWIF sponsors and partners. Kate Matthews was honoured to participate in this event which is now running into its second decade.
EWIF Pre Awards Reception
As chair of the South Region for Encouraging Women into Franchising Kate Matthews was delighted to attend the EWIF pre Awards reception held in the inspiring surroundings of The Palm Court at the Waldorf Hotel. The glitz and glamour of the venue matched the evening event and the dazzling achievements of the finalists who were presented with their certificates.
South Meeting of Encouraging Women Into Business
Kate Matthews of Boddy Matthews solicitors again chaired the regional South Meeting of Encouraging Women Into Business hosted in the beautiful surroundings at the Old Council Chamber of Reigate and Banstead Council’s offices. The members and guests from the franchising industry discussed developments in 2019 including Making Tax Digital, the results of the comprehensive 2018 survey of the franchising industry in the UK by NatWest Bank and the British Franchise Association and recruitment of franchisees by Pam Gordon of the Franchising Centre.
Old Reigatian Rugby Football Club
Boddy Matthews Solicitors are pleased to support this competitive, friendly, sociable Reigate based rugby club, which provides camaraderie and outdoor fun for the local community and which is open to all comers.
This year Boddy Matthews Solicitors have sponsored the U15’s boys squad kitting them out in striking blue and yellow training bibs to making the boys look and feel professional. Team Manager, Rory O’Neill, believes, ‘This helps to move the mind-set of the boys to a more serious level; to realise that at U15, they are now part of a proper team and that preparation and attention to detail is becoming more important when they are training/playing rugby.’
His words about teamwork; ‘preparation and attention to detail’ resonate with the Boddy Matthews team!
South Region Chair for Encouraging Women Into Franchising
The South Region Chair for Encouraging Women Into Franchising, Kate Matthews of Boddy Matthews, hosted the first meeting of 2019 at Stevens & Bolton’s offices. With guest speakers from NatWest Bank PLC and D&T accountants, the event generated lively discussion about Making Tax Digital and its effect on Franchisors, Franchisees and professional affiliates supporting the franchise industry. The NatWest BFA survey for 2018 also highlighted key aspects of the £17.2billion turnover enjoyed by franchises. With an increase of 37% women entering into the market and 93% reported profitability the industry continues to enjoy an upward surge.
Annual Christmas Outing
The Boddy Matthews annual Christmas outing was a great success. The weather was perfect for taking in the London Southbank Christmas Markets before watching justice being administered by Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution. The County Hall surroundings were an amazing setting.
Pizza and Prosecco Charity Party
The Boddy Matthews team had a wonderful time at a Pizza and Prosecco Charity Party in aid of the very worthwhile charities: Children with Cancer and The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. The event was held at stunning venue of the Holbein Hall at Reigate Priory School. Boddy Matthews were pleased to support the event by making a charitable donation to the Auction. The event was a great success and raised over £7,000 for the charities!
Pizza and Prosecco Charity Party
The Boddy Matthews team had a wonderful time at a Pizza and Prosecco Charity Party in aid of the very worthwhile charities: Children with Cancer and The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. The event was held at stunning venue of the Holbein Hall at Reigate Priory School. Boddy Matthews were pleased to support the event by making a charitable donation to the Auction. The event was a great success and raised over £7,000 for the charities!