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In the past year Networking Mummies has grown massively and we are so pleased to already have 7 branches Nationwide. We are proud to have been an established networking group for over two years and have already met some lovely people along the way who provide inspiration, motivation and support for all mums in business.

Not only is Networking Mummies an informal, welcoming group we have the additional following benefits:

• No Membership Fees
• Affordable workshops to help you grow and develop your business
• Pay for what you what, when you want!
• Guilt Free Networking
• Children's Events
• Support through our Facebook groups
• Knowledgable and Experienced Leaders with a range of skills to help support and grow your business

We are now recruiting for more branch leaders in all areas (apart from the branches we have!) and are on the lookout for mums who are wanting to work flexible hours around their children and earn some extra pennies! You don't need to have any experience as we will guide and support you along the way. The benefits of becoming a branch leader include:

• Your own area to work within
• Your own Facebook group page to connect with your members
• Your own 'about me' and 'events' page on our website www.networkingmummies.com
• A chance to make money from networking events through to bigger events and more
• If you have an additional business, a great platform to advertise it and meet potential new customers
• A brilliant way to make new friends
• Be involved with our own newly launched incentive programme and receive extra perks
• The chance to upsell and receive bonuses
• Added onto our NM leader forum on Facebook including support from other leaders
• Emails direct to your inbox from the Co-Owners for support
• 24 hour support from the Co-Owners through email, skype or phone if needed
• Guides on 'how to' etc
• Work the hours you want!

Our franchise cost is only £300 for the year but we are currently offering a FREE 3 MONTH TRIAL to anyone who would like to start their own branch. At the end of the 3 months you get to decide whether you wish to continue the branch and there is no contract or ties within the trial period. So what are you waiting for?! Contact us now on mail@networkingmummies.com for a copy of our franchise pack and to start now!

Ces Loftus is a mum of 3 from Poole. Her fourth son died and it ripped her world apart. Overcoming adversity and grief, Ces channelled positive energy into supporting others and has written a novel series based in Dorset and printed locally at Dorset Digital Print.

Ces says : "The Light Direction is a story of love, passion and betrayal with supernatural powers. The really exciting thing about it is it features real small businesses and talented creatives. So readers can stay in the holiday cottages, eat at the restaurants, wear the jewellery, own the gifts, eat the cupcakes and listen to the music that the characters do."

With three boys and Biz Brand Buzz design service to run, Ces also works tirelessly supporting hundreds of small businesses through The Light Direction and her site Supportive Business Mums.

Some of the small businesses and talented creatives featured in the novel include: Graham Fry Photography, Greg Thurtle TP Photography , Rich Meston Reikan Photo, Urban Reef Cafe & Restaurant, The Urban Beach Hotel, Jazz Cafe Sandbanks, Bournemouth Beaches Holiday Lettings, Candlewick Crafts Poole, New Forest Ice Cream, Cake Heaven, Lulubelle's Cakes, Beside The Sea Holidays, Dotty Delightful, Ribbons and Tulle, Poppy Sparkles, Tiny Gems, Wedding and Baby, Charlotte Hupfield Ceramics, Truly For You, Chris Dallman, Jay Loftus Music, Zoe Bestel, Jasmine Knight UK, Dazzy Sir Mic and lots more.

"The team at Urban Reef are amazed and very flattered to have been included in The Light Direction novel series. It’s not every day you get mentioned in a book! This is an innovative creative project and it means a lot to us to be included." Mark Cribb owner Urban Reef Bournemouth.

"What a wonderful and innovative project. We are delighted to be included." Says Christina Vale founder of New Forest Ice Cream.

"I am so thrilled to have my business featured in The Light Direction novels. You have been such a supporter of my business from the start and I think it is amazing how you have described my cottages in the story." Richard Smith owner Beside The Sea Holidays.

 "The Light Direction is providing fantastic promotion opportunities with a brand that has massive potential and I am honoured to have my cakes featured in the story!" Says Louisa Harman owner Lulubelle's Cakes Winton.

 "What a fantastic idea to be able to buy the jewellery, cakes and gifts featured in the story. I love how you are promoting local businesses and holidays in Dorset. You’re doing so much for our local community." Says Sharon Goodwin founder Jera's Jamboree Book Reviews Bournemouth.

Already a 2012 Finalist for a Mums Club Supportive Advocate Award Ces is one of the 5 semi finalists in the running to win Dorset Special Woman Of The Year 2012 with Venus Business Women Awards sponsored by JobShopUK and one of the 10 semi finalists to go to the public vote on Bournemouth Echo website for 1 week from 16th April in the running to win Dorset Business Mother Of The Year 2012 sponsored by The Bournemouth Daily Echo. Find out more at www.taste-tld.co.uk

Ces says : "Dorset is where my heart is and I am passionate about supporting local enterprise and promoting reasons to visit Dorset. These awards are so special because unlike many that revolve around profit margins, they take in the bigger picture and acknowledge deserving women who overcome adversity and go out of their way to help others. Please vote for me on the Bournemouth Daily Echo website from 16th of April for 1 week so I can use the extra promotion opportunities to help more small businesses and talented creatives in memory of my son. Thank You."

Contact Details : Ces Loftus

ces@the-light-direction.co.uk

01202 381 538  /  07906 751 524

www.taste-tld.co.uk

www.supportivebusinessmums.co.uk

www.biz-brand-buzz.co.uk

www.creativelyminded.co.uk