Do You Know Any Of These Local People?

It's been a very busy 4 weeks at +Gooch Accident here's some of what's been happening

The offer on twitter in the #lowestofthour of a free valet was taken by Alison Ayers of Norfolk Wealth Management.  While the magic was being worked on her car it gave us chance to chat over a coffee about what she does & what we do.

Jason Harwood, Alison Ayers & me

Tracy Wilson from Access Community Trust met with Jason to discuss the opportunities for work experience placements at +Gooch Accident, this was a follow-on from the recent meeting with the CEO of Access Community Trust Emma Ratzer, concerning the launch of a donation scheme that Jason has introduced to benefit the trust (a more detailed report on this is to follow in March).

Tracy & Jason

+Louise Carsen from The Amazing Way came in and discussed how the reception of +Gooch Accident could smell more inviting & calming for customers by the introduction of a room, oil diffuser.  The feedback from customers has certainly been positive and Jason & Louise are in discussions concerning more benefits for the customers within their own vehicles (watch out for more news in the following months)
What was that I overheard, a womens self-defence class being arranged?

The Cheeky Pair Thought It Was Funny To Put A Bear In The Bag!

The +Gooch Accident reception was set up ready for +thebestof Lowestoft Local & Loved Campaign.  Posters, flags, bunting and promotional photos were all part of the setting, offering customers a chance to win £100 in the daily prize draw, all they had to do was complete a review about Gooch Accident Repair Centre.  Obviously there's nothing better than personal recommendation and the staff try their very best continuing to offer help, advice & outstanding workmanship to their customers but sometimes it's difficult to gain the trust of a first time customer and that's where the reviews really help gain the confidence of new custom.

Steven & Jason with the Cosmic Car Care Van
 (The mobile, minor scuffs & interior trim repair service run by Gooch) 

The results of the competition were announced at the end of the campaign and everyone at Gooch is very proud of the outcome but I'm sure you'll soon see that for yourselves when you read & hear the write-up's & interviews in the media along with the follow-up Gooch Bear Blog (but here's three hints);

Most Local & Loved Business In Lowestoft

Voted One Of The Top 100 UK Businesses

Highly Commended In The Uk Category

Talks began between +Wendy Takman and Jason concerning a very special charity event to be held locally. It's all hush, hush at the moment while plans are discussed but watch this blog for details as they're released!

A very special meeting took place with Coordinator & Assistant Coordinator Andy & Debbie Mower from Lowestoft Responders.  The work that the Lowestoft Responders do is remarkable & often not known about but I'm due to have a day out on call with them and I'll be reporting in my blog about how the days events unfold from that initial call out request from The East Of England Ambulance Service.  At the meeting Andy & Debbie explained some of the kit they carry in their marked vehicle and the funding that is needed.

A cold day, but no matter what the weather is, The Lowestoft Responders will answer a call 365 days a year!

  
Jason doesn't attend the Venus Lunch Club run by +Wendy Takman & +Sarah Butcher because it's mainly for women in business, so he sends me (I have to dress and act like a woman but I think I've been sussed!).
It was another great opportunity this month to meet more local businesses, chat with their owners or employees and learn a little more about what's happening in the local community and believe me, there's lots.
One of things I learnt was that there's soon to be a brand new shop opening in Gorleston, I'm not giving anymore away until the next blog but what I can tell you is that Claire Manwani makes fantastic pottery and she was kind enough to produce this fabulous piece which hangs in the reception of +Gooch Accident

My Ceramic Twin

It's not just Jason that's been having all the fun, I've been in discussions with a local, independent clothes designer, discussing my new season wardrobe.  I'm not divulging anymore until my vital measurements have been put to use!

So that just about wraps up the news from the last 4 weeks, as you can see it's not just the painting of cars, vans, HGV's, radiators, kitchen cupboards, motorcycles, powerboats, JCB diggers, bicycles, baskets, fridges, drink machines, microwaves, washing machines & windows that the talented guys at +Gooch Accident do.  Lots of work goes into talking to people about what they do in the local community & how (if he can) Jason Harwood, Owner of +Gooch Accident can help.

As Bugsy would say, that's all from me folks! Make sure you have click on the links below to find out more about the great people I've mentioned and don't forget to friend request me on Facebook & follow me on Twitter for the day to day happenings of Gooch Bear.


www.accidentrepairlowestoft.co.uk
www.facebook.com/goochaccidentrepair
http://www.norfolkwealthmanagement.co.uk
http://www.accessct.org
http://www.theamazingway.com
http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/lowestoft
http://www.lowestoftresponders.com
http://www.venuslunchclub.co.uk
http://www.clairemanwani.com