WorkLife were lucky enough to grab an exclusive interview with the Wimbledon star, as he was in the city promoting the event, at the offices of one of The Classique's sponsors Credit Suisse.
The inaugural Classique is the most exclusive event in the North West for 2011, combining world class tennis with superior hospitality, all set amongst the grandeur of De Vere Mottram Hall in Cheshire. Where tennis legends from around the globe will entertain you and your guests on a purpose built grass court, viewed from your own private box.
Other tennis heavy weights so far confirmed to play alongside Bates at The Classique include former French National Championship finalist, Cedric Pioline; former Wimbledon singles semi-finalist, Anders Jarryd, former French Open finalist, Henri Leconte and former Wimbledon winner, Richard Krajicek.
Tournament director, Vicky Collins, said: “The Classique is an ideal opportunity for business people to break out of the boardroom and entertain current or prospective clients."
"Guests will not only be able to watch some of the most famous names in tennis play against each other, but in a beautiful, intimate setting.”
The Classique will be taking place between Wednesday 8th June and Friday 10th June at De Vere Mottram Hall.
For more information about the event or to book a table visit: http://www.theclassique.co.uk/
You can read the full and exclusive interview with Jeremy Bates in the next issue of WorkLife out April!
Thursday, 24 February 2011
WorkLife Meet Tennis Legend Jeremy Bates
Last Monday, WorkLife met with English mixed doubles champion and tennis legend Jeremy Bates at the press day for The Classique, the region's upcoming most exclusive tennis event.
Friday, 24 December 2010
We Wish You a Rockin' Christmas!
The Rejuvenate Group, including WorkLife Magazine and STYLE etc. have worked hard in 2010 and rock out until the end of the year! Wishing all of our clients, advertisers and readers a great start to 2011!
Tuesday, 21 December 2010
Cheryl Cole does MiH Jeans
The nations sweetheart Cheryl Cole was recently seen arriving at The X Factor studios in London, England rocking none other than our favourite jeans brand MiH Jeans.
Wearing the MiH Jeans X Liberty colllaboration babys; the Vienna Jeans in 'Featherprint' we love how she teams them up with a cosy Christmas style jumper for a festive but stylish look. Her high buckle boots and oversized leather carry-all bag add her typical style of edgy cool, complimenting the outfit perfectly whilst staying true to Chezza's personal style.
The perfect jeans for the festive season, these subtle statement jeans are available in most Liberty stores as well as online. Follow in Ms Cole's footsteps and get yours while you can!
Wearing the MiH Jeans X Liberty colllaboration babys; the Vienna Jeans in 'Featherprint' we love how she teams them up with a cosy Christmas style jumper for a festive but stylish look. Her high buckle boots and oversized leather carry-all bag add her typical style of edgy cool, complimenting the outfit perfectly whilst staying true to Chezza's personal style.
The perfect jeans for the festive season, these subtle statement jeans are available in most Liberty stores as well as online. Follow in Ms Cole's footsteps and get yours while you can!
Tuesday, 14 December 2010
An Olympic performance from Rejuvenate!
Manchester-based business consultancy Rejuvenate, gave an Olympic performance yesterday as they delivered a training programme to help cosmetic surgery specialist Castlefield Clinic grow its turnover and profit by 50 per cent during the next year.
Castlefield Clinic, which is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary, has turned to Rejuvenate for support after previously using the consultancy to help it put in place a new management structure and business processes.
Team members and directors of the clinic were invited to Manchester’s premier entertainment and sports centre, The Green (previously known as Golftorium) to learn new techniques, focus on the challenge ahead and feel truly inspired to reach new heights.
Rejuvenate provided a full agenda of workshops designed to share knowledge, inspire action and motivate the team, whilst branding the programme and devising an internal communication strategy which will keep the team on track to deliver throughout 2011.
Highlights of the day’s activity included an energetic vision workshop which saw the team tear magazines apart in search of representational images, and an inspirational story delivered by the comical and successful British Olympic Swimming Champion, Steve Parry. His winning medal was brought for all to see!
Rejuvenate, based in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, is headed by entrepreneurs Anna-Louise Gilhooley and Shazan Qureshi and works with companies ranging from dynamic start-up businesses through to global brands such as Mercedes-Benz.
Castlefield Clinic, which is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary, has turned to Rejuvenate for support after previously using the consultancy to help it put in place a new management structure and business processes.
Team members and directors of the clinic were invited to Manchester’s premier entertainment and sports centre, The Green (previously known as Golftorium) to learn new techniques, focus on the challenge ahead and feel truly inspired to reach new heights.
Rejuvenate provided a full agenda of workshops designed to share knowledge, inspire action and motivate the team, whilst branding the programme and devising an internal communication strategy which will keep the team on track to deliver throughout 2011.
Highlights of the day’s activity included an energetic vision workshop which saw the team tear magazines apart in search of representational images, and an inspirational story delivered by the comical and successful British Olympic Swimming Champion, Steve Parry. His winning medal was brought for all to see!
Rejuvenate, based in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, is headed by entrepreneurs Anna-Louise Gilhooley and Shazan Qureshi and works with companies ranging from dynamic start-up businesses through to global brands such as Mercedes-Benz.
Monday, 6 December 2010
Sex Features High on the Agenda at this Year's Work Christmas Party!
To celebrate the launch of their new Gaydar App and the start of the festive party season, the world’s largest Gay dating website, Gaydar.co.uk has commissioned a survey into the nation’s work Christmas party shenanigans, revealing that over a third of Manchester worker (37%) have naughty Noel nookie in mind – and ideally with a colleague.
Astonishingly a third (33%) have acted on their frisky thoughts and have already enjoyed a mischievous fling with a co-worker, and almost one in ten (9%) work Christmas party hook-ups have gone beyond a quick snog under the mistletoe into a relationship.
It’s not only singletons thinking about and enjoying Christmas action with a colleague –a fifth (20%) of married and 15% of coupled up Brits admit to eying up a colleague for a sex rendezvous at the work Christmas shindig.
When the festive mood strikes, the stock room tops the list of places for Manchester workers to enjoy a quickie at 32% followed by the work loo (19%) and the boss’ desk (18%). And when it comes to trying to attract a work fling, Mancunians are willing to shell out an average of £103 on their party pulling outfit.
The survey also revealed some interesting sexual habits across the country:
Edinburgh is the naughtiest city when it comes to fantasising about having a Christmas party quickie with a colleague at 39%, closely followed by London (37%) and Manchester (37%).
Almost half (41%) of Glaswegians admit they’ve had a quickie with someone at work compared to the more chaste Geordies - nearly three quarters (73%) of which declare they’ve never got in on with a co-worker!
A fifth of employees in Cardiff, Brighton and Manchester admit they’d happily get it on over the boss’ desk – hopefully they don’t work for Sir Allan!
A staggering 92% of Brighton folk feel the least need to splash out for a special party pulling outfit compared to a quarter of Brummies (25%) who plan to pull out all the stops.
Edinburgh residents top the national average on their party outfit investment earmarking an average budget of £104 for new threads closely followed by Mancunians who plan to spend £103. This compares with Belfast residents, who plan on spending just £75 on a new outfit.
Commenting on the survey, Gaydar Product Manager Simon Johnson says: “The work Christmas party appears to be the playground to enjoy fun, festive frolics whether gay, straight, single, married or taken! The launch of our new Gaydar iPhone app means that whenever the mood strikes, our six million gay, bisexual and bi-curious members worldwide will be able to enjoy a fun hook-up at the touch of the button at home or away. So if Santa doesn’t answer your wish list, why not try the new app to find someone to share a kiss with under the mistletoe and beyond!
Gaydar is the world’s biggest and most sophisticated gay and bi-curious dating app with over six million members worldwide. The Gaydar app is available in nine languages – including the languages of love Italian, Spanish and French – and is free to download and join. The Gaydar app offers full integration into Gaydar.co.uk as well as being safe, private and secure.
Head to iTunes to download the new Gaydar App today.
Astonishingly a third (33%) have acted on their frisky thoughts and have already enjoyed a mischievous fling with a co-worker, and almost one in ten (9%) work Christmas party hook-ups have gone beyond a quick snog under the mistletoe into a relationship.
It’s not only singletons thinking about and enjoying Christmas action with a colleague –a fifth (20%) of married and 15% of coupled up Brits admit to eying up a colleague for a sex rendezvous at the work Christmas shindig.
When the festive mood strikes, the stock room tops the list of places for Manchester workers to enjoy a quickie at 32% followed by the work loo (19%) and the boss’ desk (18%). And when it comes to trying to attract a work fling, Mancunians are willing to shell out an average of £103 on their party pulling outfit.
The survey also revealed some interesting sexual habits across the country:
Edinburgh is the naughtiest city when it comes to fantasising about having a Christmas party quickie with a colleague at 39%, closely followed by London (37%) and Manchester (37%).
Almost half (41%) of Glaswegians admit they’ve had a quickie with someone at work compared to the more chaste Geordies - nearly three quarters (73%) of which declare they’ve never got in on with a co-worker!
A fifth of employees in Cardiff, Brighton and Manchester admit they’d happily get it on over the boss’ desk – hopefully they don’t work for Sir Allan!
A staggering 92% of Brighton folk feel the least need to splash out for a special party pulling outfit compared to a quarter of Brummies (25%) who plan to pull out all the stops.
Edinburgh residents top the national average on their party outfit investment earmarking an average budget of £104 for new threads closely followed by Mancunians who plan to spend £103. This compares with Belfast residents, who plan on spending just £75 on a new outfit.
Commenting on the survey, Gaydar Product Manager Simon Johnson says: “The work Christmas party appears to be the playground to enjoy fun, festive frolics whether gay, straight, single, married or taken! The launch of our new Gaydar iPhone app means that whenever the mood strikes, our six million gay, bisexual and bi-curious members worldwide will be able to enjoy a fun hook-up at the touch of the button at home or away. So if Santa doesn’t answer your wish list, why not try the new app to find someone to share a kiss with under the mistletoe and beyond!
Gaydar is the world’s biggest and most sophisticated gay and bi-curious dating app with over six million members worldwide. The Gaydar app is available in nine languages – including the languages of love Italian, Spanish and French – and is free to download and join. The Gaydar app offers full integration into Gaydar.co.uk as well as being safe, private and secure.
Head to iTunes to download the new Gaydar App today.
Sunday, 5 December 2010
The Party Pop Up Boutique and an Evening at The Alchemist
Thursday night marked the launch of not one but two amazing new Manchester ventures. Starting the evening's events, the Rejuvenate team headed over to suite 24 in Barton Arcade, Deansgate for The Party Pop Up Boutique - an eclectic mix of Manchester's independent fashion, jewellery and contemporary designers.
The nights designers and fashion included amazing jewellery by Fatz K and cutting edge fashion by the likes of Merabi by Nadine, Pretty Disturbia and Blaq to name but a few. The focus of the evening was without a doubt Nadine Merabi's new debut womenswear collection 'Merabi by Nadine'. Her 2010-11 Winter collection consisted of jaw droppingly stunning floor length gowns with heavy embellishment that oozed hollywood and red carpet glamour. Perfect to stand out at those fast approaching Christmas parties!
The tagline read "one party you dont want to miss" and we had to agree! The venue was jam packed with Manchester's fashionable elite who had braved to party the night away whilst showing their support. Guests enjoyed canapes and drinks whilst enjoying the sounds of the party's DJ and admiring the vast and diverse selection of fashion on display. Models were on hand all night modelling Nadine's premier collection and alternative festive cocktails were also on offer via the party's own mini cocktail bar!
The Party Pop Up Boutique is now open upstairs in Barton Arcade, Deansgate from 11am-6pm daily till Friday 31st December.
After the Pop Up Boutique had wrapped up, we headed over to Spinningfields for the opening night of new cocktail bar and restaurant The Alchemist. The Alchemist's amazing interior is reminiscent of a stylish, uptown New York bar and we were completely spoilt for choice regarding the vast list of cocktails and drinks on offer, plus the most sumptuous canapes I've possible ever eaten. Open till 2.30am on weekdays and 4.30am on weekends and with an extensive selection of drinks and eatery, there is no place better to spend your evenings this festive season.
Post by Anna J. Westerman
The nights designers and fashion included amazing jewellery by Fatz K and cutting edge fashion by the likes of Merabi by Nadine, Pretty Disturbia and Blaq to name but a few. The focus of the evening was without a doubt Nadine Merabi's new debut womenswear collection 'Merabi by Nadine'. Her 2010-11 Winter collection consisted of jaw droppingly stunning floor length gowns with heavy embellishment that oozed hollywood and red carpet glamour. Perfect to stand out at those fast approaching Christmas parties!
The tagline read "one party you dont want to miss" and we had to agree! The venue was jam packed with Manchester's fashionable elite who had braved to party the night away whilst showing their support. Guests enjoyed canapes and drinks whilst enjoying the sounds of the party's DJ and admiring the vast and diverse selection of fashion on display. Models were on hand all night modelling Nadine's premier collection and alternative festive cocktails were also on offer via the party's own mini cocktail bar!
The Party Pop Up Boutique is now open upstairs in Barton Arcade, Deansgate from 11am-6pm daily till Friday 31st December.
After the Pop Up Boutique had wrapped up, we headed over to Spinningfields for the opening night of new cocktail bar and restaurant The Alchemist. The Alchemist's amazing interior is reminiscent of a stylish, uptown New York bar and we were completely spoilt for choice regarding the vast list of cocktails and drinks on offer, plus the most sumptuous canapes I've possible ever eaten. Open till 2.30am on weekdays and 4.30am on weekends and with an extensive selection of drinks and eatery, there is no place better to spend your evenings this festive season.
Post by Anna J. Westerman
Sunday, 28 November 2010
Journalists come to their senses with the help of Perception…
Last night Perception Sales & Marketing, based in Cheadle Hulme Cheshire, hosted their annual media showcase in Central Manchester. Taking place at chic city champagne bar Epernay, the event brought together media and press from across the North West to admire what some of the leading hotels from Perception’s impressive portfolio showcased what they have to offer. These included foodie haven Fishmore Hall based in Ludlow, Shropshire, and member of the Leading Hotels of the World, the Excelsior Hotel Ernst, located in Cologne.
We enjoyed a ‘Perception cocktail’ - an amazing blue in colour specially for Perception's signature blue logo, as well as a selection of wines, whilst feasting on a range of canapés including mini fish pie, cured foie gras and brioche, and red onion bruschettan. Guests were also treated to a taste of the spa treatments from the award winning Verbena Spa, part of the AA Hotel of the Year, the Feversham Arms.
The media showcase and drinks reception also gave guests the chance to win a range of fabulous prizes given by the hotels. An amazing time was had by all as guests mingled within the modern bar, whilst escaping from a cold Manchester evening.
Photos courtesy of The Francunian
We enjoyed a ‘Perception cocktail’ - an amazing blue in colour specially for Perception's signature blue logo, as well as a selection of wines, whilst feasting on a range of canapés including mini fish pie, cured foie gras and brioche, and red onion bruschettan. Guests were also treated to a taste of the spa treatments from the award winning Verbena Spa, part of the AA Hotel of the Year, the Feversham Arms.
The media showcase and drinks reception also gave guests the chance to win a range of fabulous prizes given by the hotels. An amazing time was had by all as guests mingled within the modern bar, whilst escaping from a cold Manchester evening.
Photos courtesy of The Francunian
Monday, 22 November 2010
Alex Gerrard's Line Launches Exclusively at Selfridges
Luxury womens fashion brand Forever Unique, a favourite amongst celebs and highstreet shoppers alike, recently celebrated its launch into Selfridges with an exclusive appearance from the Premier League Glamour girl and OK! Mag columnist Alex Gerrard.
The launch comes after the huge success of Alex Gerrard's first fasihon line in collaboration with the brand. The line is made up of Alex's four best selling styles from her critcally acclaimed fashion range with a further five styles from Forever Unique's partywear collection to make up the nine-piece range.
Amongst the frenzy of paparazzi and throng of excited fans as Alex made her entrance the Rejuvenate girls made sure to keep a short distance back clutching our champagne to oggle the dresses at a spot of safety (out of the way of the bustling paps!) Alex was looking picture perfect as usual and took time to happily chat to her fans after the madness had died down and pose for pictures.
With Forever Unique's signature infusion of glamour and show stopping ruffle detailing and embellishments, we know where we're getting out party dresses for the festive season!
Prices range from £110-£245
To celebrate the launch, Forever Unique is offering two lucky fashionistas the chance to win an all expenses paid trip to New York with $500 worth of spending money. Visit ForeverUnique.co.uk to enter and for more details
Post by Anna J. Westerman
Friday, 19 November 2010
Spinningfields Hosts Coolest Party for Launch of the Ice Rink
Spinningfields hosted Manchester’s coolest party this week launching the newly located ice rink on The Avenue and the brand new pop-up winter themed bar, The Lodge.
Guests including Hollyoaks stars Kieron Richardson, Jorgi Porter and Ellis Hollins enjoyed a spin on the ice followed by hot beer and Gluwein courtesy of The Lodge. Waterloo Road stars Rebecca Ryan Ben Ryan Davies, William Rush and Chelsea Healey also attended the VIP bash.
Mark Addy head chef Robert Owen Brown provided the canapés, which included roast beef and butternut squash cups, whilst DJ Dom Kozubik provided an eclectic mix of Christmas and contemporary music for the VIP guests in attendance.
Spinningfields Ice Rink – an established part of Spinningfields Management Company and Manchester City Council’s festive programme of events – is newly situated on The Avenue, Manchester’s luxury retail quarter and is open to the public until Monday 3rd January 2011.
The authentic two-floored 300 capacity Lodge offers the ultimate experience in service and atmosphere. The second tier is available for private parties and events and is open to the general public outside of private bookings. The ground floor is open into the night to ensure skaters and visitors to The Avenue can enjoy festive food and seasonal beverages.
Jorgie Porter, who plays Teresa McQueen in Hollyoaks said, “It was brilliant to learn some of Kieron’s moves on the ice, and warming up with a Gluwein in The Lodge afterwards was great.”
Guests including Hollyoaks stars Kieron Richardson, Jorgi Porter and Ellis Hollins enjoyed a spin on the ice followed by hot beer and Gluwein courtesy of The Lodge. Waterloo Road stars Rebecca Ryan Ben Ryan Davies, William Rush and Chelsea Healey also attended the VIP bash.
Mark Addy head chef Robert Owen Brown provided the canapés, which included roast beef and butternut squash cups, whilst DJ Dom Kozubik provided an eclectic mix of Christmas and contemporary music for the VIP guests in attendance.
Spinningfields Ice Rink – an established part of Spinningfields Management Company and Manchester City Council’s festive programme of events – is newly situated on The Avenue, Manchester’s luxury retail quarter and is open to the public until Monday 3rd January 2011.
The authentic two-floored 300 capacity Lodge offers the ultimate experience in service and atmosphere. The second tier is available for private parties and events and is open to the general public outside of private bookings. The ground floor is open into the night to ensure skaters and visitors to The Avenue can enjoy festive food and seasonal beverages.
Jorgie Porter, who plays Teresa McQueen in Hollyoaks said, “It was brilliant to learn some of Kieron’s moves on the ice, and warming up with a Gluwein in The Lodge afterwards was great.”
Monday, 15 November 2010
It's arrived: Global Entrepreneurship Week is Here!
Its been an exciting few months for Your Big Year and host company Smaller Earth. Chris Arnold and his team have now found 24 great finalists from all over the globe, who have made their way to Liverpool, UK to compete in a week of challenges, fighting to win the year long trip around the world.
This week is set to be full of fun and engaging tasks, challenges and events:
1. Challenge: Make Your Mark Challenge - 15th November 2010
2. Challenge: Women In Enterprise Day - 17th November 2010
3. Challenge: Social Enterprise Day - 18th November 2010
4. Semi Final: Pitch Our Place and Final: Pitch Your Partner - 20th November 2010
To find out more visit www.yourbigyear.com
The Rejuvenate Group (and WorkLife Magazine) are proud to be an official sponsor of this innovative and exciting competition and we would like to wish all finalists the best of luck, but in particular, we're rooting for Harjinder Atwal from Vancouver, Canada - he's full of passion and new ideas, and he gave us such a lovely mention!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1d6H0Oa__I
Words by Anna Louise
This week is set to be full of fun and engaging tasks, challenges and events:
1. Challenge: Make Your Mark Challenge - 15th November 2010
2. Challenge: Women In Enterprise Day - 17th November 2010
3. Challenge: Social Enterprise Day - 18th November 2010
4. Semi Final: Pitch Our Place and Final: Pitch Your Partner - 20th November 2010
To find out more visit www.yourbigyear.com
The Rejuvenate Group (and WorkLife Magazine) are proud to be an official sponsor of this innovative and exciting competition and we would like to wish all finalists the best of luck, but in particular, we're rooting for Harjinder Atwal from Vancouver, Canada - he's full of passion and new ideas, and he gave us such a lovely mention!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1d6H0Oa__I
Words by Anna Louise
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