A BEER mat, a pen, and mentoring could be the keys to business success, according to entrepreneur Mike Southon. The author of The Beermat Entrepreneur is giving two seminars at Business Link's Innovation '06 event at Middlesbrough Teaching and Learning Centre on March 28. For details, call (01642) 724454.
Franchise deal: A truck dealer has acquired its fourth franchise for selling commercial vehicles. Hartlepool-based Parsons Truck Centre will operate truck manufacturer Hino's North-East franchise for sales, services and parts. The dealer already holds franchises for Foden, DAF and Isuzo commercial vehicles. Hino will replace the Foden franchise.
French kiss: Fashion chain French Connection said it expected its new advertising campaign featuring a lesbian kiss to reverse declining sales. The company said it was optimistic of a return to growth after annual profits halved.
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