Musseling in on expansion
A North East networking organisation has expanded in more ways than one.
The Sunderland-based Mussel Club has moved into larger office space as well as adding two experienced new faces to the team.
The company has welcomed Arthur Hodgson as commercial director and Rachel Cotton as account manager.
And it has also taken on new office space in the awardwinning Jupiter Centre at the North East Business and Innovation Centre at Hylton Riverside.
The company has expanded from two to five employees in just four months since the launch of its latest business support service.
Mussel Media is an online solution to help companies grow their network by making the most of digital marketing opportunities.
Arthur, who has joined the Mussel Club from a previous post with the North East England Chamber of Commerce, is looking forward to getting to grips with his new role at The Mussel Club.
“I’m delighted to be joining at this very exciting time,” he said.
“I see the company as an integral part of the North East business community.
“The Mussel Club has grown so much over the last few years and I look forward to helping it flourish and grow further.
“I’m really excited in what the future holds.”
Director of operations at the North East Business and Innovation Centre David Howell is predicting great things for the centre’s latest tenants - and their neighbours.
“It’s fantastic to welcome the Mussel Club to the BIC as they evolve and build on the growth already achieved, and having known Arthur for some time, I am confident he will be a great asset to the company,” he said
“As well as holding their monthly networking events at the BIC, I believe many of the businesses located here will benefit from having them as a neighbour.”
Any businesses looking to grow their network, offline or online can contact The Mussel Club on 516 3109, e-mail info@ themusselclub.com or visit the company’s website www. themusselclub.com