Pictured above: (l-r) Paul Kalinauckas (BCRS), Simon
Williams (Origin), Margot James (MP) Philip Chapman(Wall James
Chappell), Jilly Edge (Events with the Edge), Peter Trinham (Worton
Rock)
Margot James, MP for Stourbridge and Vice Chairman of the
Conservative Party, addressed local business leaders at the latest
Business Xchange event at Dudley Kingswinford Rugby Club. Ms James
was positive about low interest rates and inflation, and the way
that unemployment has begun to stabilise. She was also optimistic
about the increase in exports and growth in manufacturing. She
placed a great emphasis on the need for manufacturers to inspire
young people into pursuing their future careers in engineering and
manufacturing industries, to ensure that such growth continues.
Ms James said "It is always a pleasure to meet with local
business representatives and listen to their views on the
Government's current policies. I believe that small to medium sized
businesses are the engine of our economy; I am happy to provide my
assistance where possible, and hope to help many more Black Country
businesses in the near future."
Also speaking at the event, Paul Kalinauckas of the Black
Country Reinvestment Society (BCRS) praised the work that Ms James
had done locally to help BCRS secure Government funding through the
Regional Growth Fund.
Philip Chapman of Wall James Chappell solicitors is one of the
founders of Business Xchange said "We are delighted that we are
able to attract such influential speakers to our event. Margot is
an excellent example of a very successful businesswoman giving back
to the community. We look forward to hearing Stewart Towe CBE,
Chairman of the Black Country Local Enterprise Partnership, speak
at our next event in September."
The Business XChange is a local business group, which provides a
forum for local businesses to support each other through exchanging
skills, ideas and services. The event, which is held once every
three months, provided a useful opportunity for local business
representatives to meet and discuss local business issues, share
ideas and help improve the future of their businesses.