Tricord Tells Local Council About Its Growth Plans
February 25, 2019
Representatives from Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council visited local company Tricord as part of an ongoing programme of engagement with local businesses. The company, experts in direct mail and fulfilment services, is undergoing a significant period of growth with a recent move to larger premises. Tricord is also the second local company to apply for the Council’s upcoming Trade Development Programme to London (Cities Connect) in April.
Speaking about the growth announcement the Mayor, Councillor Uel Mackin said; “I was delighted to have the opportunity to see first-hand this local business success story. They currently deliver niche, full service fulfilment and direct mail to a range of clients such as the Royal Life Saving Society UK (The Drowning Prevention Charity) and it is excellent news that Tricord has expanded their operations here in Lisburn to further build their customer base.”
Chairman of the Council’s Development Committee, Alderman William Leathem, added: “Tricord’s forward thinking and ambition to break in to new markets has been demonstrated with the business committing to our Trade Development Programme to London. This will provide Tricord and the other businesses that sign up the opportunity to engage with potential buyers at face-to-face meetings and meet investors and high profile business people at the annual networking event in London which takes place 3 April at the prestigious Mansion House; the official residence of the Lord Mayor of the City of London. I would urge other businesses within Lisburn Castlereagh to find out more about how the trade programme will benefit their growth. Last year a total of eight businesses took part with anticipated sales equating to over £112k. We are delighted to offer this opportunity to 8 businesses and build on last year’s success.”
John Rodgers, Director of Tricord said this is an exciting time for Tricord: “With our expansion into modern premises, increased workforce and the recent launch of our new brand, we are in a strong position to build on our success and expand into new markets in GB. With a reputation for high quality fulfilment and exceptional personal service we believe we have an excellent offering for businesses seeking an effective direct mail and fulfilment service. The support of the Council’s Business Solutions Team, through their supplier engagement and business networking events, has given us valuable market insight and access to key business partners. All local businesses should avail of this level of support. I look forward to taking part in the trade development programme and seeing what opportunities lie ahead.”
The Trade Development Programme ‘Cities Connect’ to London will allow up-and-coming, as well as established local producers over three days, to pitch their products and services to the market potential of Great Britain and increase their export customer base. If you are a local businesses seeking opportunities in new or existing markets and don’t want to miss out, please register your interest for this programme by the 28th February 2019. Please note, programme spaces are limited, with each application reviewed on its own merit.
Contact Sophie Dowie on 028 9244 7384 or email sophie.dowie@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk