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UK based stage hire company Outdoor Stages has enjoyed a bumper year driven by a resurgent events industry and is looking to reinvest its increased profits into further expansion.

With dozens of Platinum Jubilee celebrations, a return to festival bookings, and a surge in smaller, family-friendly live music festivals across the UK, the company saw increased rentals across the board in 2022 working new festival promoters & event spaces across London, Surrey & Hampshire.

Against a backdrop of a few years marred by the pandemic, the industry is finding its feet again, and Outdoor Stages are enjoying the fruits of their labours.

Outdoor Stages Enjoy Fruitful Summer of Celebration After COVID-19 Hiatus

There’s no doubt that the pandemic had a significant impact on the UK’s event calendar, but the event industry is now experiencing a gradual recovery. Festivals are re-emerging at an ever-increasing rate, with several new festivals taking place for the first time in 2022 with more planned for 2023.

Outdoor Stages has capitalised on this resurgence by investing in new stages, lighting equipment, staff training, and upgrading their warehouse facilities to allow them to build & test each stage in their warehouse allowing for LOLER testing on site ensuring they stay fully compliant.

The result has been an increased ability to supply and build stages to more clients than ever simultaneously. This was a critical factor in their success last year, with the Platinum Jubilee celebrations taking place across the same weekend back in June where the company had a number of 6m X 4m, 7m X 5m, 8m X 6m & their larger 10m X 8m stages on rental across the UK.

The company supplied no less than four Jubilee events concurrently, namely the Weybridge Jubilee Fair & Arts Festival, Ascot’s Platinum Party in the Park, Andover’s Platinum Jubilee Street Festival, and Fleet Town Council’s Jubilee Event.

To supply fully a covered outdoor stage with sound & lighting equipment and overseeing the whole event production to seven different locations is a testament to the team at Outdoor Stages & all the stage crew involved.

Of course, the Platinum Jubilee only represented one extended weekend of events for the team.

The rest of the summer season was littered with music festivals of all genres taking place across the country. From the Astonbury Music Festival in Oxfordshire to Ridegefest, an event taking place on the prestigious Ridgeview Wine Estate in Sussex.

Other family-oriented event highlights included the 10th Annual Staines-upon-Thames Day, Hale Carnival, and a celebration marking 50 years of Trellic Tower in London where Outdoor Stages supplied a small 6 meter wide X 4 meter deep arc roof stage with a d&b audiotechnik Q1 PA system & SGM lighting fixtures controlled via a Midas M32 for the sound & a ChamSys MQ60 for the lighting.

Lastly, the company helped deliver numerous religious and cultural celebrations, including the ever-popular Nepali Mela (a festival celebrating Nepalese culture), Carnaval Del Pueblo (a celebration of Latin American culture), and several Eid celebrations across the UK.

Outdoor Stages Continues to Build Momentum After Tough Couple of Years for Events Industry

The pandemic destroyed almost all of the 2020 outdoor events season (many event organisers had to cancel their scheduled dates) and significantly impacted the 2021 schedule (several events couldn’t secure adequate insurance coverage).

However, the business’ positive outlook was a testament to the strength of character the team have at Outdoor Stages. Despite the recent challenges, the company continues to go from strength to strength with a whole host of new contracts signed this year and a robust pipeline of events in the calendar for the next couple of years.

Managing Director, commented, “What made us different from many other stage hire companies trying to navigate the crisis is that we continued to invest heavily in new equipment, stages and personnel. We even expanded our production services such as power generation and power distribution services at a time when others were laying off staff”

The gamble certainly seems to have paid off, with turnover increasing by more than 20% year-on-year and the company planning to recruit more staff and invest in additional outdoor LED screens to meet the ever-increasing demand for larger stages & larger productions which is a new 3.9mm outdoor G2 LED screen from Highlite UK.

Event organisers will gain the ability to choose from a range of impressive stock fixtures, including video walls, moving head lights, and other next-generation LED lighting solutions from manufacturers such as CHAUVET Professional & SGM lighting. They will also be able to choose specific outdoor stage dimensions and height configurations to match their event needs with the new layher deck system in place.

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Company Name
Outdoor Stages
Contact Name
Kerry
Phone
07908916458
Address
4 Minley Road, Farnborough
State
Hampshire
Postal Code
GU14 9RS
Country
United Kingdom
Website
https://www.outdoorstages.co.uk/

Zumbrota, MN – A good night’s sleep is essential for a baby’s robust growth. Night lights help toddlers and babies consistently follow a night routine, provide comfort, and help parents navigate the night care routine without fully stimulating the baby to alertness. They also help to dimly illuminate the baby’s room which helps caregivers help avoid bumping on strewn toys. Lumie World aims to illuminate the world of children and parents. The company designs quality night lights to guide children with security and support them through nightly routines.

The LumiClock – Bunny and Bear Night Light Clocks are children’s alarm clocks with color-changing mechanisms, making them ideal for kids and the nursery. The clocks are battery-operated and have child-friendly funny faces. They are fitted with a wake-to-rise feature and a soothing light that gently fades in 30 minutes before the alarm goes off to alert the children and the parents when it’s almost time to get up. The alarm mode has a collection of gentle music that wakes kids up with a smile. The Light Up Kids Alarm Clocks are made with soft silicone, which is safe for children, making it easier for them to play with and carry around.

A client said, “This product is amazing. I gave it to my niece for her birthday and now all three of my sister’s kiddos want one. It’s so soft to the touch, the bunny face I bought is super cute and the multi-color night light is fun for the kids. Sleep and time training is made easier with this alarm clock. Love it.”

The company also makes LumiPets. These are rechargeable, color-changing, and portable night lights. They have unique features such as soothing light, are easily portable and educational, come with an optional remote, are rechargeable, and are soft and safe. The rechargeable option allows the children to engage and play with the toy for a whole day. A single charge lasts up to 12 hours. The warm glow helps the children feel safe and not afraid of the dark. The optional remote controls the brightness level and comes with a sleep timer.

The LumiPets are a nursery essential, and they don’t have sharp objects that can harm children. They’re made from chew-safe materials and do not heat up. They are ideal as a traveling companion for camping and other trips out of town. The collection under LumiPets includes LumiPets Bear, Bunny, Owl, and Kitty Cat. They come with a basic version instruction manual.

The night light company also stocks sound soothers, which are fitted with a cry-sensing plush sound soother with a star projection to comfort babies at night or on the go. The Sound Soother Lamb has soothing sounds/music with a mix of 10 popular sounds and songs great for calming and comforting newborns, toddlers, and infants. It also has volume and brightness control settings that allow parents to create a calming sleep environment for their babies.

To learn more about Lumie World, visit their website or call 1-866-798-8775 to speak to a customer representative. The company is located at 560 22nd St., Zumbrota, MN, 55992, USA.

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Lumie World
Contact Name
Jamin Arvig
Phone
1-866-798-8775
Address
560 22nd St.
City
Zumbrota
State
MN
Postal Code
55992
Country
United States
Website
https://www.lumieworld.com/

Santa Barbara, CA – Dr. Sheffield starts discussing the differences between surgical neck lift Santa Barbara, lower rhytidectomy, and non-surgical neck lift procedures, saying that they both get executed to slow down and minimize common signs of facial aging in the jaw and neck area. Here, the common signs of aging refer to conditions like loose skin, saggy muscles, and excess fat.

Sprinkling enlightenment on the invasive procedure, the Santa Barbara-based nationally renowned plastic surgeon expresses that, in the surgical procedure, practitioners reposition the muscles and soft tissues of the affected areas and eliminate excess skin to achieve that younger appearance. On the other hand, non-invasive procedures include Botox, fractionated ablative laser treatment, injectable dermal fillers, radiofrequency-based devices, and more to reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging from the lower section of the face.

Dr. Sheffield states, “before continuing with the invasive approach, practitioners ask their clients to be ready for the treatment through various measures like stopping blood-thinning medications and smoking. During consultations, we often ask our clients to consider additional measures like skin resurfacing, brow lift, and more.”

Aspects Dr. Roberts Keeps Non-Surgical Necklift Ahead of the Surgical Procedure for

Even though both lower rhytidectomy, also known as the facelift Santa Barbara, and non-surgical neck lift are for endowing a more rejuvenated and youthful appearance to the face and neck. Dr. Robert W. Sheffield considers the non-surgical way much ahead of the other. According to him, individuals who opted for the first option recover quicker, within a few hours to days, and have minimum side effects.

Besides, the non-invasive approach is comparably less expensive, less than half of the surgical neck lift’s cost. In addition, such procedures also get concluded within a shorter period. Often, it’s only a matter of 30 to 90 minutes.

Dr. Sheffield Uses A Patient-Focused Techniques for Facial and Neck Tightening

Dr. Robert W. Sheffield tightens the facial muscles to give his patients fresh, younger-looking skin and a more refreshed appearance overall. He prioritizes his patients’ emotional and physical well-being. Dr. Sheffield’s use of local anesthetic is consistent with the care his patients require.

In addition, the doctor at Robert W. Sheffield, MD FACS – Plastic Surgery Santa Barbara makes sure the patient doesn’t have any preexisting medical conditions or allergies before beginning treatment. However, before providing the necessary treatment to patients, the specialists at the surgery center go through a thorough checklist. It’s possible for patients to experience swelling or tingling after the procedure is completed. However, patients can return to their regular jobs after ten days, though they should avoid any activities that put undue strain on their bodies. The patients will be in good hands with Dr. Sheffield and his team.

Visit Dr. Robert W. Sheffield at His Plastic Surgery Center

Dr. Robert W. Sheffield practices in SB Aesthetics at 601 E Arrellaga St #101, Santa Barbara, CA-93103, USA. He performs a verity of local anesthetic procedures including rhinoplasty Santa Barbara, blepharoplasty and brow lift. You can make an appointment by visiting his office or by calling (805) 318-3280.

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Robert W. Sheffield, MD FACS – Plastic Surgery Santa Barbara
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Robert W. Sheffield, MD
Phone
(805) 318-3280
Address
601 E Arrellaga St #101
City
Santa Barbara
State
CA
Postal Code
93103
Country
United States
Website
https://sbaesthetics.com/

Bunch of Animals is an underwear brand that manufactures comfortable underwear for both men and women. The brand’s mission is to create stylish and comfortable underwear. All of the designs are made with the modern world in mind. Bunch of Animals offers a wide variety of underwear styles, including thongs, boyshorts, cheeky panties, and high-waisted briefs. There is something for everyone!

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Bunch of Animals, a company known for their comfortable and stylish underwear, has just announced their newest addition to the line: moisture-wicking boxer briefs. These new moisture-wicking boxer briefs keep one dry all day long. The fabric is made to quickly absorb any sweat or moisture, so one can stay relaxed and focused. Whether a person is at work or playing sports, these briefs will keep feeling the best. So don’t wear uncomfortable underwear another day – try a pair of Bunch of Animals’ moisture-wicking boxer briefs today!

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Bunch of Animals
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Krystian
Country
Canada
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https://bunchofanimals.com/

Dulwich, South Australia – Genders and Partners is a boutique specialist law firm focusing on estate planning and elder law to help clients protect themselves, their family and their assets. Founded in 1848, they are celebrating their 175th anniversary in 2023 by launching a new integrated suite of estate planning products and services as an add-on to their EstatePlanner Essential Protection Plans.

Safeguarding one’s family legacy and putting their affairs in order

When building a family, business, career, or a prosperous future, people need to plan ahead and to make the right decisions for themselves and their loved ones. Genders and Partners help individuals plan for every stage of life’s journey in convenient, courteous, and effective ways.

An important modern consideration in putting one’s affairs in order, is to know what happens to their online accounts when they become incapacitated or die. It is critical that they understand who will be able to access or control their digital assets and all their personal information.

Unless one puts steps in place to preserve their digital assets, they risk losing all they have built.

Genders and Partners announce the launch of an integrated Digital Assets Protection Pack as an add-on to their Gold EstatePlanner Essential Protection Plans.

This innovative legal evolution is the simplest and most effective way an individual can protect their digital assets and ensure their digital identity is handled in accordance with their wishes after they die or lose capacity.

Unique to Genders and Partners, the Digital Assets Protection Pack provides the key components needed to successfully manage one’s digital assets during their lifetime and beyond.

Normally valued at $495.00, for a strictly limited time and ONLY for clients of Genders and Partners, their Digital Assets Protection Pack is FREE* with the purchase of a Gold Estate Plan (personal or couple).

Still family-owned after 3 generations, Genders and Partners take care of generations of Australian families by offering Wills, Estate Planning and Probate throughout South Australia.

Clients of this highly-respected law firm gain peace of mind and receive prompt and expert advice to help them care for their families.

Genders and Partners use modern integrated estate planning solutions customised to a family’s unique circumstances. They listen and understand clients’ needs to give friendly and sensible advice for wealth management.

Many people mistakenly believe that having a simple legal Will covers all their needs when it’s only one piece of the legal protection puzzle. Genders and Partners put clients’ affairs in order and educates them on how to protect their families and assets with modern integrated estate planning methods. One can safeguard their health, family and assets – including their online files, data and accounts – for when unexpected events arise.

The Will-making process is a highly specialised task with potentially complex legal, financial, and tax implications. For this reason, Genders and Partners take time to understand a client’s circumstances, needs and wishes before creating an appropriate strategy, with well-drafted estate planning documents such as a Will, trust, advance care directive, enduring power of attorney, and other delegations and directions.

Clients of Genders and Partners receive access to free e-books, newsletters, and blog articles to learn more about estate planning. Their approach and commitment to excellent customer service have earned the law firm nearly 100 5-star reviews and many positive testimonials. They’ve also earned prestigious awards and appeared in the media to empower and educate individuals to protect themselves, their family and their assets.

Call (08) 8212 7233 or Genders and Partners to book a free no-obligation telephone consultation. Genders and Partners is located at Level 3, 169 Fullarton Road, Dulwich, SA, 5065.

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Company Name
Genders and Partners
Contact Name
Rod Genders
Phone
(08) 8212 7233
Address
Suite V1, Level 3, 169 Fullarton Road
City
Dulwich
State
SA
Postal Code
5065
Country
Australia
Website
https://www.genders.com.au/

Vancouver, BC: The demand for short-term rentals has skyrocketed in the past few years. While Airbnb has simplified the listing process, landlords still need ways to increase bookings. They also need strategies to build consistent revenue from their investment and streamline communications with the guests.

Fortunately, HostGenius offers exclusive Airbnb management in Vancouver to new and experienced investors. With over five years of experience, the company is familiar with effective ways of transforming the property into a hotel-like accommodation and navigating through some of the challenges of the short-term rental market.

One of the services is guest verification. Besides being a legal requirement in Vancouver, it is the best way to prevent fraud and build trust with the guests. Using third-party tools, the team ensures the guest’s ID matches their selfie photo and, if it does, proceeds with background checks. Like other platforms providing flexible rental services, the team can go through previous host reviews on Airbnb before confirming the bookings.

Besides coordinating bookings, the Airbnb property manager ensures the house is well-maintained and ready for new guests every time. The company works with other service providers to ensure the property is clean and supplies are restocked. If the property needs some repairs or maintenance, the management team ensures they are done and completed on time before the next guest.

HostGenius also manages pricing and property availability. While Airbnb allows property owners to decide on pricing and rates, a keen look at the market dynamics is key in ensuring it is properly listed on the platform. The company uses various factors when setting the pricing, making the house attractive to potential guests. And if the potential guests have questions about the property, the company has a team on standby to answer them.

In addition to ensuring the client’s property brings them money through constant Airbnb guests, HostGenius has invested in structures that make it easier for them to keep tabs on occupancy, rates of return, and cash flow. Through the dashboard, which has all the modern data presentation features, the landlords can still get all the details regarding their investments remotely.

The onboarding process is also unmatched. The landlord first meets with a team representative to go over various factors, such as how the management team operates. The meeting is key in helping them understand how short-term rentals, specifically Airbnb works in Vancouver.

When speaking about the company, one client noted: “HostGenius has been managing my property for over a year now. And it’s been a great experience since the beginning. The staff is very knowledgeable, attentive, and patient which is great for first-time investors.”

Landlords interested in property management services can contact the team at (604) 398-5232. HostGenius is located at 318 Homer St Unit 501, Vancouver, BC, V6B 2V2, CA. Visit the website for more information.

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Company Name
HostGenius
Contact Name
Charles Mullany
Phone
(604) 398-5232
Address
318 Homer St Unit 501
City
Vancouver
State
British Columbia
Postal Code
V6B 2V2
Country
Canada
Website
https://www.hostgenius.ca/

Portland, VIC: With the benefit of a friendly, professional, and knowledgeable company owner Glenn Reddick, Lifestyle Town Planning is becoming the first call town planning name in Portland, VIC. Since starting the company in 2021, Glenn uses his understanding of the area and his extensive local government planning experience to assist customers to obtain planning permits for all sorts of planning services including; home relocation planning, multi-unit developments, single dwellings, commercial developments, signage, and home extensions, single and multi lot subdivisions and more.

Besides hastening approvals for upcoming development or subdivisions, Portland, Victoria’s Trusted Name in Town Planning, Lifestyle Town Planning, also specialises in providing development advice and planning advocacy. Glenn has established sound working relationships with building designers, builders, families, and land surveyors ensuring that your planning permit is lodged and approved quickly. He keeps his clients updated with every step of the way and offers a fast application preparation service.

The advice given by Lifestyle Town Planning can help clients make informed decisions concerning their properties, to maximise returns and minimise delays. Glenn ensures the advice is sound, realistic, and compliant with existing planning requirements.

Glenn, has 15 years plus experience in local government and holds a Bachelor’s degree in town and country planning, land law, property valuation, economics, and building technology, enabling the company to deliver a broad range of services in the planning and development world. His extensive experience and cordial working relationship with local councils have been instrumental in working faster and delivering prompt and favourable planning outcomes.

Lifestyle Town Planning can be reached by calling 0497 394 964. Their office is located at Percy Street, Portland, VIC, 3305, AUSTRALIA. Clients with questions or those who need more information can submit the information via the contact form on the company’s website.

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Company Name
Lifestyle Town Planning & Services
Contact Name
Glenn Reddick
Phone
0497 394 964
Address
Percy Street
City
Portland
State
VIC
Postal Code
3305
Country
Australia
Website
https://lifestyletownplanning.com.au/portland-town-planning/