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Employee Ownership in action! We were delighted to have supported Hoop Recruitment LTD into employee ownership! #EmployeeOwnership Roeddem yn falch iawn o fod wedi cefnogi Hoop Recruitment LTD i berchnogaeth gweithwyr! Keep businesses locally owned. Job Protection. Preserving the wealth in our communities. Cwmpas Cadw busnesau dan berchnogaeth leol. Diogelu Swyddi. Cadw'r cyfoeth yn ein cymunedau. Cwmpas

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We’re proud to announce that Dafydd Hardy Estate Agents is now Employee Owned, having introduced an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). We believe this to be the first in Wales, and likely the largest agency in the UK to make such a transition. 🌟 Our team is now part of our ownership—and we can’t wait to see where this journey takes us together. Dafydd & Richard are still in the business but now as employees, helping to continue in the delivery of our award winning service. Read more about our new EOT and what it means for our clients and community! 🌐 https://bit.ly/4fz5H2n 🎉 Newyddion Cyffrous! 🎉 Rydym yn falch o gyhoeddi bod Dafydd Hardy Asiantau Tai bellach yn Berchnogaeth Gweithwyr, ar ôl cyflwyno Ymddiriedolaeth Perchnogaeth Gweithwyr (EOT). Credwn mai dyma'r asiantaeth gyntaf yng Nghymru, ac mae'n debygol mai hon yw'r asiantaeth fwyaf yn y DU i wneud y fath drawsnewid. 🌟 Mae ein tîm bellach yn rhan o’n perchnogaeth – ac ni allwn aros i weld lle mae’r daith hon yn mynd â ni gyda’n gilydd. Mae Dafydd a Richard yn dal yn y busnes ond nawr fel gweithwyr, yn helpu i barhau i ddarparu ein gwasanaeth arobryn. Darllenwch fwy am ein EOT newydd a beth mae'n ei olygu i'n cleientiaid a'n cymuned! 🌐 https://bit.ly/40PQw0t

Goodson Thomas transitions to an Employee Ownership Trust Becoming an EOT marks the start of a new chapter for Goodson Thomas - one that gives our dedicated team a real stake in the future of the business. Sian Goodson, the founder, will now take on the role of Executive Chair, continuing to shape our strategic vision. Day-to-day leadership will be in the hands of Ross O’Keefe, newly appointed as Managing Director, and Catrin Taylor as Director. Together, they’ll drive the continued growth of Goodson Thomas, as well as our new Welsh-language recruitment branch, Penodi. Exciting times ahead! https://lnkd.in/eNVhShbb Goodson Thomas yn newid i fod yn Ymddiriedolaeth Perchnogaeth Gweithwyr Mae dod yn YPG yn nodi dechrau pennod newydd i Goodson Thomas – un a fydd yn rhoi cyfran wirioneddol yn nyfodol y busnes i’n tîm ymroddgar. Sian Goodson, y sylfaenydd, fydd bellach yn ymgymryd â’r rôl Cadeirydd Gweithredol, gan barhau i lywio ein gweledigaeth strategol. Ross O’Keefe, sydd newydd ei benodi fel Rheolwr Gyfarwyddwr, fydd yn gyfrifol am arwain o ddydd i ddydd, a Catrin Taylor fel Cyfarwyddwr. Gyda’i gilydd, byddant yn ysgogi twf parhaol Goodson Thomas, yn ogystal â’n cangen recriwtio Gymraeg newydd, Penodi. Mae cyfnod cyffrous o’n blaenau! https://lnkd.in/e5NjWaem

Dydy hi byth yn rhy gynnar i ddechrau meddwl am ddyfodol eich busnes. Os ydach chi'n nabod unrhyw berchenogion busnes yn eich ardal, rhannwch y wybodaeth isod os gwelwch yn dda - cadw perchnogaeth, swyddi a chyfoeth yn lleol, am yr hir dymor. Richard Fraser-Williams BIC Innovation Ltd Cymunedoli Cyf Hwb Menter// Enterprise Hub

What’s the Future of Your Business? - Succession Options for Business Owners Date: Wednesday 6th November, 2024 Time: 11:00am – 1:30pm Location: Hwb Heli, Pwllheli What does the future of your business look like? This is an important question for business owners, whether you are looking to retire, plan your exit or simply take a bit of a step back from the business. Join us for an informative morning hearing from experts on various succession options, including management buy-outs and the popular employee ownership route. M&A experts from Welsh law firm Darwin Gray LLP will be sharing the key aspects of business sales and management buy-outs and the legal and strategic factors that will need to be considered. Cwmpas’ Employee Ownership team will explore employee ownership trusts and how Welsh businesses can benefit from becoming employee owned. https://lnkd.in/eC_y4aue #businessevent #Successionplanning #NorthWales #EmployeeOwnership

What’s the Future of Your Business? - Succession Options for Business Owners Date: Wednesday 6th November, 2024 Time: 11:00am – 1:30pm Location: Hwb Heli, Pwllheli What does the future of your business look like? This is an important question for business owners, whether you are looking to retire, plan your exit or simply take a bit of a step back from the business. Join us for an informative morning hearing from experts on various succession options, including management buy-outs and the popular employee ownership route. M&A experts from Welsh law firm Darwin Gray LLP will be sharing the key aspects of business sales and management buy-outs and the legal and strategic factors that will need to be considered. Cwmpas’ Employee Ownership team will explore employee ownership trusts and how Welsh businesses can benefit from becoming employee owned. https://lnkd.in/eC_y4aue #businessevent #Successionplanning #NorthWales #EmployeeOwnership

Beth yw Dyfodol Eich Busnes? - Opsiynau Olyniaeth i Berchnogion Busnes Dyddiad: Dydd Mercher 6ed Tachwedd, 2024 Amser: 11:00yb – 1:30yp Lleoliad: Hwb Heli, Pwllheli Sut olwg sydd ar ddyfodol eich busnes? Mae hwn yn gwestiwn pwysig i berchnogion busnes, p'un a ydych yn bwriadu ymddeol, cynllunio eich allanfa neu gymryd ychydig o gam yn ôl o'r busnes. Ymunwch â ni am wrandawiad bore llawn gwybodaeth gan arbenigwyr ar opsiynau amrywiol olyniaeth, gan gynnwys gwerthu i reolwyr a'r llwybr perchnogaeth gweithwyr poblogaidd. Bydd arbenigwyr M&A o gwmni cyfreithiol Cymraeg, Darwin Gray, yn rhannu'r agweddau allweddol ar werthiant busnes i’r rheolwyr a'r ffactorau cyfreithiol a strategol y bydd angen eu hystyried. Bydd tîm Perchnogaeth Gweithwyr Cwmpas yn trafod perchnogaeth gweithwyr a sut y gall busnesau Cymru elwa o ddod yn eiddo i weithwyr. https://lnkd.in/eC_y4aue

Let’s talk about imposter syndrome. It’s a term we hear all too often, especially in high-growth industries like tech, finance, and investment, where the journey can feel overwhelming. You walk into rooms, networking events, and meetings filled with brilliant minds—people with impressive qualifications and accolades. And then, doubt whispers: “Do I really belong here?” But let me tell you this: you were invited for a reason. You are not an imposter. You are not here by chance. You are capable. You are worthy. You have a purpose. These feelings of inadequacy? They are lies we tell ourselves in moments of doubt. But your presence is the proof—you’ve earned your place. You are more than enough. Our inner dialogue shapes everything. Every time I pause and ask, “Why am I doing this?”, I’m reminded that my purpose is not just for today. It’s about building a legacy that extends beyond me. It’s about creating a path for the next generation. The incredible founders I meet, the amazing team at Barclays, and the unwavering support of the Diversity-X family—along with my big homie, Kevin Withane (FRSA) Withane—keep me grounded in what truly matters." Huge thanks to Barclays and Tramshed Tech in Wales—Chris Skinner, Emily Pugh, —for partnering with us to launch the Diverse Founders Networking Nights. We’re only 4 months in, and the impact has been incredible! 🙌🏾🙌🏾 And a heartfelt shout-out to the amazing Barclays team in London—Amandine Chaubet-Rochester, Luca Forte, — for pushing me to stand out and keep moving forward. - Exciting things are on the way! 🚀 To all the amazing founders making waves: Plamedi Santima-Akiso: Your voice for underrepresented founders in Cardiff is powerful! Thank you for sharing your passion with AFJ Cardiff ( Afro Jam Cardiff) (Afro Jam Cardiff). Abel Akale: Your wisdom shines through. Thank you for sharing your insights on hiring practices and launching ONEOFFNATURE. Special thanks to Andrea E. for masterminding the planning, and to Mariam Abdillahi Kidson and Dr. Youmna Mouhamad, PhD (Raising EIS/SEIS) for your unwavering support. If you’re interested in joining one of our networking nights, just shoot me a DM and I’ll send you the link! 🎟 Also, for those in Wales' social sector, don’t miss an incredible event on October 1st hosted by Cwmpas & Social Business Wales. The Social Business Wales Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and potential of social enterprises across the nation. It’s more than just an awards night—it’s a tribute to the relentless dedication shaping a brighter, more sustainable future for our communities. Link to Social Business Wales Conference 🎟 : https://lnkd.in/espygNFn

Join us on 19 September 2024 in Cardiff Bay. A unique business event celebrating remarkable growth in the number of employee-owned businesses in Wales. To secure your place at this special occasion, register for free here. https://lnkd.in/edMn6UTu We look forward to celebrating the strength of the sector with you and to thank you for your continued support. #EmployeeOwnership #EO Cwmpas Ymunwch â ni ar 19 Medi 2024 ym Cardiff Bay. Digwyddiad busnes unigryw sy'n dathlu twf rhyfeddol yn y nifer o fusnesau sydd dan berchnogaeth y gweithwyr yng Nghymru. Er mwyn sicrhau eich lle yn yr achlysur arbennig hwn, cofrestrwch am ddim yma. https://lnkd.in/edMn6UTu Edrychwn ymlaen at ddathlu cryfder y sector gyda chi ac i ddiolch ichi am eich cefnogaeth barhaus.

Many congratulations @Grahame Nuttall and all at Fieldfisher The work you do is incredibly important and something that we at Cwmpas are endeavouring to replicate in Wales. #Wales #EmployeeOwnership#EOT