Spotlight - Emerson Group

1 Members of The Emerson Group of CompaniesSpotlightI m pleased to report that we have enjoyed yet another successful year. Much has been achieved across all areas of the business, and I remain incredibly proud of the team for its continued hard work, dedication and a business, we continue to strengthen and grow; improving our product range to match the changing requirements of our purchasers using ideas generated from UK, USA and Portugal, and further enhancing the customer experience to ensure both our residential and commercial clients receive the very best service and expertise from the homes side, I m delighted to see the progress made at Bollin Park, our flagship residential development in Wilmslow, where the introduction of the magnificent new Signature Collection.

2 With its unique new designs and high end internal specification, has been exceptionally well received. Similarly, Jones Homes USA is setting new standards in Orlando with its Eagle Creek gated community and Twin Lakes over 55 s development which is fast becoming one of the most sought after active lifestyle communities in central in the UK, our commercial division has recently completed a superb refurbishment at 55 King Street in Manchester. At the heart of the city centre, the building is home to a mix of prestigious businesses and has just welcomed Grafene, a unique new restaurant and cocktail bar, to the ground floor following a 1million will not rest there, and are always looking for ways to improve, with our residential, commercial and international teams striving to raise the bar in all areas of design, build, service and customer you for your interest and I hope you enjoy reading our news in this latest issue.

3 Hello Welcome to this latest edition of Spotlight Peter Emerson Jones OBE Chairman, The Emerson Group23 Fourth have doubled their office space with Orbit Developments and relocated to 8,205 sq ft on the second floor of Greenway House, Tytherington Business Park. Established in 1999, Fourth developed a variety of software products that could help hospitality businesses gain maximum control over their two key costs labour and stock. They now have over 1,000 customers in 57 countries including many global brands such as Pizza Express, Jamie s Italian, Travelodge and Fullers to name but a few and have been crowned the world leading provider of cloud based cost control solutions to the hospitality been with Orbit Developments from day one, Fourth have moved their premises in line with their expansion.

4 Their new base at Greenway House will now provide office space for up to 150 staff. Sheryl Cox, Head of Bureau Services at Fourth commented: Our growth strategy at Fourth has always been supported along the way by local landlord Orbit Developments who have helped us secure the right office space for our business to grow. She continued: It was important to find a space that we could make our own and fit with our culture. We love our new space at Tytherington, it s a great place to work and we look forward to growing our fantastic team here.

5 Paul McLeman, Director at Orbit Developments commented: We are delighted that Fourth chose to move to another Orbit office within our Macclesfield portfolio. Tytherington Business Park is an ideal location for a growing business with plenty of on site amenities. 45 Citation Ltd are a leading provider of Health & Safety, Employment Law and HR Services in the UK and have agreed a 10 year deal with Orbit Developments to take part of the ground floor and the entire first floor of Kings Court in Wilmslow totalling 18,266 sq ft.

6 Citation Ltd has been supporting businesses for 20 years, but following a period of growth after acquiring Bibby Consulting & Support Ltd in 2013, the company were looking for new office space in Wilmslow which would provide a more efficient working environment. Kings Court was the ideal choice. Having undergone a significant refurbishment programme by Orbit Developments, the entire 35,865 sq ft Kings Court building has been remodelled with new air conditioning, lifts and toilets alongside a new reception and upgrades to the core areas.

7 Kings Court is also unique in the sense that it offers some of South Manchester s largest floor plates in the centre of Cheshire s Golden Triangle. Chris Morris CEO of Citation Ltd commented: The location is unrivalled right in the heart of Wilmslow, just off Water Lane with on site car parking which is crucial for our business needs. Paul McLeman, Director of Orbit Developments commented: It is fantastic to be able to announce that 50% of the building was pre let before the refurbishment to the building was complete, which demonstrates the strength of the Wilmslow market.

8 All at Orbit wish Citation the very best in their new offices. A royal welcome from Kings Court to Citation LtdMoving into Orbit for 2016 International sports marketing business and leading football specialist Lagard re have signed a 10 year deal with Orbit Developments to take 6,016 sq ft of space within 40 Water Lane, Wilmslow. Lagard re is an international sports marketing business, and the leading sports rights marketing agency in UK football. They work with international rights holders and brands to deliver successful partnerships and multi functioning marketing campaigns.

9 As a market leader in the UK football industry for over three decades, Lagard re lead the way in pitch side advertising holding exclusive contracts at 35 clubs across the Premier League and the Football League, in addition to successful long term partnerships with top clubs, leagues and national federations across Europe. Tim Birt, Finance Director of Lagard re commented: We are delighted with our move to 40 Water Lane as it facilitates the continued growth of our business. The additional space has enabled us to create a modern and ambitious design for the benefit of all our employees.

10 We have always looked to local landlord Orbit Developments to provide practical advice from the early days of the business right through to the size of business we are now. Paul McLeman, Director of Orbit Developments commented: We re pleased that Lagard re are the first occupants to move to the newly developed 40 Water Lane. We worked closely with Lagard re and their fit out contractor ADT Workplace to deliver an outstanding working environment. Twice the space for FourthTK Maxx does business in style at Middlebrook Retail & Leisure ParkUS department store TK Maxx have opened a flagship store on the prestigious Middlebrook Retail & Leisure Park.