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Eyes on Design For Liverpool Man as New Business Launches

An entrepreneur from Liverpool has his designs set on a new future, thanks to the help of business start-up support specialists Blue Orchid.

Drew Bellis, 34, from Woolton launched his creative digital media business, Glympse, earlier this year and is now providing design, communication and marketing services to other start-ups, taking advantage of his experience and wide range of skills.

After what he describes as a ‘creative childhood’ creating his own comics and computer games, Drew studied for a degree in multimedia and went on to work at a web design agency in London.

Keen to start his own business, Drew sought the assistance of Blue Orchid and this resulted in him enrolling in the New Enterprise Allowance scheme, which provides money and support for those wishing to run their own company.

He also received expert advice and start-up support from a dedicated Blue Orchid business advisor, and attended a number of workshops run by the leading start-up specialist, including those designed to give insight into sales, marketing, networking and business growth.

Armed with this knowledge, Drew launched Glympse in July, producing work for a diverse range of clients such as beauty parlours, coffee shops, musicians and restaurants. A large number of services are provided, ranging from graphic and web design to e-commerce and social media management.

Commenting on his business and the support he’s received, Drew said: “My business provides design, communication and marketing services to local start-ups, small businesses and independent retailers. I meet my clients face-to-face and help them creatively communicate with their customers by providing a custom service specific to their requirements.

“The support I’ve received from Blue Orchid has been fantastic and has really helped to get my company off the ground. My business advisor is always on hand to answer any questions I may have, and has provided me with invaluable business insight.”

Blue Orchid business advisor Steve Catterall said: “It’s been great to work with Drew and see his plans come to fruition. His business knowledge increased quickly and with a wide variety of services on offer there’s little doubt that Glympse can go from strength to strength.”

Other budding entrepreneurs across Greater Manchester can access one-to-one business advice and support through a new service called Start Up Now, which is delivered by Blue Orchid. The service is centred in local venues with business advisors based in the community to offer a complete package of support to help individuals start-up their business.

For more information about the services provided by Blue Orchid, please visit http://www.blueorchid.co.uk/

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