Down at our HQ in Hastings, we are lucky to be surrounded by a veritable host of creative individuals. One of these is the fabulous Emily Allchurch, who works with photography as a material. Emily uses photographs and digital collages…
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“At an unprecedented time in the UK economy, Fresh Thinking Capital moved quickly to help us acquire a business in a tight timeframe. Its great to see a funder who will support young entrepreneurs” We are extremely proud of Louis and his team’s achievements in the face of adversity! Read Terry Gilligan’s full article here: […]
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MYA is raising its game in the independent education sector: and there’s never been a better time. Right now, all schools have been forced to transform their catering routines – with more distancing, staggered mealtimes, and new levels of protection for both staff and pupils. In a time of change, there’s never been a better […]
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How a nuclear power station became a local business powerhouse. The new Hinkley Point C power station has a challenge. Built to export energy to the entire country; creating 25,000 jobs during construction, and employing skilled workers from across the UK, and some even from all around the world; how could they Make It Local? […]
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Back in 2009 I found myself agreeing to ride a motorcycle along Route 66 in order to raise funds for British military charities. Little did I realise that the journey was to become the start of a life-changing experience…
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Bev Lusty appointed as Consultant Director, Education The relationship between MYA Consulting and the independent schools sector goes back nearly 30 years, and during that time they’ve offered transformative help with catering and housekeeping to an amazing 500 schools. Now they’re strengthening their team with the appointment of Bev Lusty as a new Consultant […]
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Reflecting on Covid-19 By Carla McKenzie, Tuesday 28th July 2020 At MYA we have been fortunate during the period of the Covid-19 pandemic due to our pro-active approach and thought leadership. Our team has been busy and innovation and creativity have been at the forefront of our projects. For the hospitality sector as a […]
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MYA is incredibly proud of the Park Life Resorts team, who will be opening their first resort on Saturday 4th July 2020, in line with government COVID-19-safe guidelines. Watermouth Lodges, woodland escapes by the sea in North Devon, will be welcoming its first guests this weekend, with many more to follow next week and beyond. […]
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A healthy diet can both boost the immune system and fend off the threat of coronavirus. In the UK, people who are overweight or obese made up 78% of confirmed COVID-19 infections and 63% of hospital deaths. A recent report from Public Sector Catering outlines the dangers of being overweight or obese. You can read […]
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The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has released advice and a checklist (reopening-checklist-for-food-businesses-during-covid-19-form) for any food business planning to reopen after the coronavirus lockdown. You can read more on the FSA website: https://tinyurl.com/ycdth5z2 For more advice on your catering, and steps that you can take to minimise risk, contact MYA: info@mya-consulting.co.uk
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With many ‘non-essential’ businesses set to reopen in the UK over the coming weeks, the hospitality industry seems to have been put on the back burner. A change to the social distancing guidelines of 2m could allow up to twice as many hospitality businesses to safely open their doors again. Read the full article, originally […]
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Simon Colston has taken some time with Carla to discuss The Angel in Sherston, a business his son-in-law is re-opening to the community when government guidelines allow. Read the full interview here: ©Interviewing The Industry – Simon Colston, The Angel – Carla McKenzie, MYA Consulting
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INDUSTRY NEWS: Compass Group plc, a British multi-national contract foodservice company (the largest in the world) recently announced it has successfully raised £2bn from investors. In a trading update published on 19th May, Compass CEO Dominic Blakemore said the group launched a £2bn share offer, the cash would be used to help it ‘weather the […]
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With the hospitality industry being one of the major sectors affected by the coronavirus outbreak and subsequent UK lockdown, Carla has taken some time to reflect with one of the major players in the contract catering world, Frank Bothwell of Thomas Franks. Read the full interview here: ©Interviewing The Industry – Frank Bothwell Thomas Franks […]
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With an imminent announcement from government on the way in which we will begin to restart the economy, George has taken the opportunity to interview Wayne Bennett of MKN, one of the world’s pioneering catering equipment manufacturers. Read the full article here: ©Interviewing The Industry – Wayne Bennett MKN – George Panks, MYA Consulting
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Some personal thoughts from industry colleague and managing partner of Oxfordshire-based West Waddy ADP. Philip Waddy discusses the impact of COVID-19 on business. Philip’s insight into the ways in which we have all had to change our working practices resonates strongly with MYA. Staying connected during this challenging time is (on the whole) easy. However, […]
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Middlesex-based chartered architect Archadia, like MYA, has been taking a considered and insightful look into the future post COVID-19. Their ‘isolation lessons’ have covered a number of key sectors, from care homes to education. One of their most original approaches has been isolation lesson 11, looking at the ‘Urban Realm’ – some simple but innovative […]
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MYA’s Head of Studio, Catherine Francis, takes a look at historic influences on design, and the potential ‘new world’ that we may find ourselves in post COVID-19. Read the full article, published on Wednesday 22nd April 2020, here: © MYA – The Future of Design Post COVID-19 – Catherine Francis
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In an effort to tackle the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, international hotel brand, Marriot, will soon be rolling out a “multi-pronged platform to elevate its cleanliness, standards and hospitality norms and behaviours”. There is a huge emphasis on new technologies, which will revolutionise the housekeeping function. Marriot’s efforts in tackling the coronavirus echo those of MYA. […]
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With an abundance of leftover roast lamb from Easter, and limited larder resources, Hazel wanted to know whether she could make pastry for pasties using self-raising flour. Find out how here: Hazel – ‘Self-raising’ Lamb Pasty (14.04.20)
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In a summary of an interview given by esteemed chef Yotam Ottolenghi on BBC Radio 4 this morning, his comments were stark: “The biggest worry that we have is rent. When corona started and we were asked to close our doors, which is totally understandable because of safety, nobody really addressed the issue of the […]
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“As the economic fallout from the pandemic begins to bite, there are fears that a number of smaller independent schools, which are already struggling, will be driven out of business.” The Guardian’s Education Correspondent, Sally Weal describes in detail the unique challenges that the country’s independent education sector is now facing, in light of the […]
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A huge thank you to Hattie Ellis of Hastings Independent Press for publishing an article on our scheme: https://tinyurl.com/vcz6v8k You can Challenge A Chef today! Just send your ingredients to: challengeachef@mya-consulting.co.uk Check our news feed for previous happy challengers! https://www.mya-consulting.co.uk/news/
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Local company famous for creating world-renowned snow and winter special effects, Snow Business, have joined the fight against COVID-19, volunteering their 3D printers. They have turned their hands to printing parts for much needed personal protective equipment (PPE) for the NHS. Read Matty Airey’s full article in the Stroud News & Journal, published 2nd April […]
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Becky’s selection of ingredients were a replacement for her twin girls’ free school meals. She wanted something healthy, and fun to make with them both. See Becky’s recipes here: Becky from the Cotswolds (01.04.20)
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A stark warning of things to come if we don’t take collective steps! Read the full article from CNBC’s Huileng Tan, published on Monday 30th March: https://tinyurl.com/s5dfee5
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