A Natural Boost For Your Business

Around 70 businesspeople from Newark and the surrounding areas gathered at the YMCA for Newark Business Club’s November meeting.

Meeting Sponsor – Wendy Jackson LCPH

In the main presentation, Newark Business Club member Wendy Jackson gave an interesting insight into her work as a licensed homeopath. She described how difficult experiences in her life led her on a journey of self-discovery and healing. While suffering from post-natal depression, she went to see a homeopath and talked about the trauma she had experienced in her earlier life for the first time. The homeopath prescribed remedies that helped her to dissipate her fears and recover.

This encouraged Wendy to study homeopathy, qualifying with a Licentiate of the College of Practical Homeopathy in 2006. She uses flower essences, herbal tinctures, tissue salts and dōTERRA essential oils in her work. Herbal tinctures provide organ support, with milk thistle improving liver function, for example, while tissue salts can help if you are deficient in certain minerals, improving areas of the body such as bones and teeth. Some essential oils can be taken internally, with sweets containing essential oils boosting the immune system and helping to protect against seasonal illnesses.

Wendy’s clients are seeking solutions to their health issues and want to regain power over their health. For clients with a chronic condition, Wendy can advise on the best products to help them manage their symptoms during a one-to-one consultation.

Wendy is highly experienced in delivering workshops, having led 150 workshops over the past three years. She works with businesses to develop bespoke workshops that meet their employees’ needs, which may include reducing stress and anxiety. Her workshops are always interactive, showing participants how to make their own remedies, such as mint chocolates made from dōTERRA essential peppermint oil.

Wendy is hosting a Wellness Retreat at Fernwood Village Hall on 27 November from 7pm until 9pm to empower you to support your own health and wellbeing. Contact wendyjackson.org@gmail.com for more information.

The Business Card Draw

Next on the agenda was the business card draw. The winners of a write-up each were Kelly Poucher of Type And Flow, a first-time visitor, and Kiyth Fotitt of Newark Ninjutsu, a regular attendee.

Two Minute Talk

This month, Penny Taylor MBE, Head of Newark College and the Air and Space Institute, was in the spotlight. Her video presentation showed how Newark College inspires young people through education, learning and apprenticeships. It highlighted the high-quality educational facilities offered by the college for the practical learning of a variety of skills, from motor mechanics to hairdressing, and from plumbing to creative media.

Table Networking

Table networking followed, giving everyone one minute to talk about their business with the others on their table and pass round business cards. Following a change of tables, a second round of table networking provided more opportunities to find out about other local businesses.

Events and Announcements

Forthcoming events and announcements of interest to business owners include:

Are you looking for impartial help and advice to move your business forward? Book a free one-hour slot with business adviser Dawn Fear at the Business Support Surgery taking place at Ollerton Advice Centre on 20 November. Email Will Parkinson (will.parkinson@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk) to book your place.

Would you like to promote your business via a short festive radio commercial? Newark Radio is inviting local business owners to record their own ‘Christmas Wishes’ commercial, to be aired throughout December. The cost is £99 + VAT. Contact sales@radionewark.co.uk

Local businesses are invited to get involved in the Christmas Jumper Day on 12 December in support of the Children’s Bereavement Centre. Find out more at: Christmas Jumper Challenge 2025 | Children’s Bereavement Centre

Public Service Announcement

This year’s Dragon Boat Race raised over £35,000 for Beaumond House Hospice Care and the Children’s Bereavement Centre. A big thank you to all sponsors, volunteers, and everyone else involved, including the Newark Business Club team, the winners of the trophy for the best dressed team!

Who Gives a Book?!

This month, Katie Gibson of the Children’s Bereavement Centre recommended What’s Your Dream by Simon Squibb. Laurence Childs of Positive Pants Family CIC won a copy of this inspiring book.

Announcements

Among the closing announcements was an invitation to take part in series 21 of The Apprentice on BBC One. Could your business receive Lord Sugar’s next £250,000 investment? The closing date for applications is 11 January 2026. Find out more at: The Apprentice | Shows and tours

Positive Pants Family CIC is holding a Christmas event from 2pm until 5pm on 5 December at Christ Church school in Middlebeck.

The Marketing Meetup is an event for anyone working in or interested in marketing. The next meeting takes place at the Barbican Creative Hub in Lincoln on 27 November from 6pm until 8pm. Find out more at: TMM IRL: Lincoln | The Marketing Meetup

Newark Business Club member Clare Copping of Starfish Hypnotherapy is holding a Wellness Talk in Sleaford on 18 November. Come along for top tips on coping with stress and anxiety.

Bid for Christmas gifts at an auction organised by Reach Newark, a charity supporting people with learning difficulties, at Hawtonville Community Centre on 21 November.

Newark’s Santa Grotto will be open from 23 November until 23 December in the Buttermarket in Newark. Bring along your pets to meet ‘Santa Paws’ on 23 November. Find out more at: Home – Newark’s Santas Grotto

Last but by no means least, Newark Business Club will join Grantham Business Club in hosting An Evening at Harlaxton Manor, their joint Christmas networking event, on 16 December. Local businesses are invited to sponsor tables at the event for £75 per table.

Newark Business Club’s Christmas Meeting

You are invited to Newark Business Club’s Christmas meeting on December 5th at 6.45 am at the YMCA. Wear your Christmas jumper!

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Thank you to Our Patrons & Sponsors

Next Meeting – The next meeting of Newark Business Club will be on 5th December at the YMCA and doors open 6.45am.

The YMCA catering team offer a range of delicious breakfasts which are available to purchase.

Please Book your tickets online

YMCA Community and Activity Village
Lord Hawke Way
Newark
Nottinghamshire NG24 4FH

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For sponsorship opportunities, contact chairman@newarkbusinessclub.co.uk