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STANTA now has solar power!
STANTA Business Centre commenced a major project in the Summer to fit solar panels to its roof. Over 100 panels have been installed on the roof of the building. It is anticipated that the project will reduce CO2 emissions by 10,436 kg per annum. Commenting on the project STANTA Executive Director Stephen Bedford said: “We […]
Business success stories: Lorri Ritchie, Socially Mindful
Our latest business success story is based on our recent conversation with Lorri Ritchie of Socially Mindful, a London Colney-based Google and Meta ads consultant. Why did you approach STANTA for business advice? I had always worked in the corporate world as an employee but after having my daughter I decided I would set myself […]
Flexible small offices to rent at STANTA
Come and join the business community at STANTA. We have small offices to rent in our St Albans location in Soothouse Spring. Suite 12 is now available and is suitable for 4 people in our modern, well-maintained business centre. The space is approximately 7.1m x 3.7m and can be supplied unfurnished or part furnished. This […]
Business success stories: Vanessa Fullerton-Batten, VFB Marketing
We see hundreds of businesses come through our doors every year seeking business advice and it is so lovely to hear how each and every business is evolving. Read our recent interview with Vanessa Fullerton-Batten of VFB Marketing, a Harpenden-based, digital marketing agency for small businesses. Why did you approach STANTA for business advice? I’d […]
Business success stories: Alex Standley, Luxe Leopard Lifestyle
We always like to keep in touch with our business advice clients and from time to time we ask them how they are getting on with their business. This has prompted us to write a series of business success stories articles, the first of which is about Alex Standley of Luxe Leopard Lifestyle, an award-winning […]
How to make networking less nerve-wracking
Networking can be extremely beneficial for businesses. It allows you to make professional connections, helps you to build relationships and gain trust by having conversations and sharing information. Consistency in attending networking is key, but there is also a bit of an art to networking to make it work effectively for you. We have asked […]
Get Enterprising programme success
STANTA has been supporting local businesses under the national ‘Get Enterprising Programme’ which has been operating since July 2023. Under the scheme STANTA can provide local startups and young businesses, who have been operating for less than 5 years, with up to 12 hours of free business advice and training. As part of the Get […]
Flexible office space at STANTA
It’s a rare occurence that one of our 18 office suites has become available. The office suite is suitable for 2-4 people in our modern, well-maintained business centre. There is no long term commitment to a lease here and you pay an all inclusive monthly licence, making budgeting easy. Key benefits include: No long-term commitment […]
Beech Bottom Dyke clean up, Wed 18th Sept
We have teamed up with St Albans District Chamber of Commerce and Communities 1st to deliver an Environment and Sustainability event for local businesses in the St Albans District. Meet other local businesses while doing your bit for the community by helping clean up an area of natural beauty right in the heart of St […]
STANTA celebrates its 40th anniversary in style
STANTA recently welcomed over 100 guests to a 40th anniversary party at the OA Sports Club. Attendees were drawn from clients of the Agency, fellow business contacts from the St Albans and Harpenden community, along with representatives from other Enterprise Agencies and representative bodies. Also attending were local dignitaries including Daisy Cooper MP, Cllr Anthony […]
Is it a good time to start a new business?
2024 is a year that may yet have a few more surprises for us, but is it a good time to start a new business? There are a few contradictory trends at play. Inflation could be heading down, likewise interest rates, the economy could be improving, yet there is substantial turmoil around the world, all […]
