INTRODUCTION  
Welcome to the second ‘Update’, your Downtown guide to what is hot and happening in Liverpool. In this issue we focus on six fabulous local businesses; we recommend some great forthcoming events and there are some great Downtown member offers, particularly in relation to the ‘Livercool’ awards, for you to read about. Finally, a big thank you to our guest columnist this month, Gary Millar.  
     

   
CALLING ALL DLIB MEMBERS!  
There are now more than 300 members of Downtown Liverpool In Business, and as the fastest growing business club in the North West we want to make sure we are providing you with the best possible services. This update can be used by YOU, to highlight what your company is doing; promote special offers to other DLIB members; or to tell us about any events you are organising. Contact ian.appleton@downtownliverpool.com, if you are interested in featuring in the update, which is read by over 20,000 people!  
     

   
BE OUR GUEST  
Each month we invite a guest columnist to share their Liverpool experiences with update readers. This month man about town, new co-owner of Parr Street studios and the winner of DLIB’s Best Dressed Man award in 2005, Gary Millar, informs us of the progress being made by The Sirolli project. MORE  
     

   
'SIX IN THE CITY'  
Leading executive recruitment company Alexander James; premier chauffeured service providers Balmoral Chauffeurs; Document Direct, a digital dictation outsource solution for businesses and individuals; an architectural practice at the heart of Liverpool’s physical regeneration Falconer Chester; Morban Intelligent Living, making home automation easier to understand and implement for architects, developers and the home owner; and specialist civil enforcement firm Osiris are the companies featured as this months six in the city.  
     

   
DOWNTOWN RECOMMENDS  
Places to see, to be seen at, and be entertained. Downtown’s guide to the best Liverpool has to offer.
A not to be missed event takes place at the Newz Bar next month in the shape of the Burlesque ball. On Wednesday 15th November, a swarm of movers, shakers and celebs will descend upon the Water Street venue for a fantastic evening of champers, canapés, live acts, burlesque dancers and masked bunnymen. To book your ticket for this fabulous occasion contact andreaf@newzbar.co.uk
November also sees the return of Liverpool Music Week to celebrate another outstanding year for music in Merseyside. Checkout www.liverpoolmusicweek.co.uk for details.
Companies looking ahead to the summer 07 for their corporate hospitality offering should look no further than the annual Liverpool International Tennis Tournament.
Finally, make sure you pick up your copy of the re-vamped ‘Live’ magazine, which features an interview with DLIB Chairman Frank McKenna this month.
 
     

   
DOWNTOWN MEMBER OFFERS  
We are delighted to announce that leading lifestyle publication ’69’ Magazine, have agreed to sponsor the Best Dressed Man and Best Dressed Woman awards at the forthcoming ‘Livercool’ awards. So get your glad rags on for what will be a spectacular evening on 2nd November, and you could win a year’s subscription to the magazine, and a vintage bottle of eight- year old rum, courtesy of Bacardi Forman Brands. Guys, improve your chances of success with a visit to one of the coolest men’s clothing retailers in town Microzine. They are offering DLIB members a massive 20% discount off all suits purchased before 2nd November. Check out the DLIB website for a great offer of classy discounted transport services to and from the event, courtesy of Balmoral Chauffeurs.  
     


   
‘LIVERCOOL’ - 3 TABLES REMAINING!  
The fourth annual ‘Livercool’ awards gala dinner takes place on Thursday 2nd November, at the Crowne Plaza hotel. Sponsored by the Northwest Development Agency and No Name Kitchens, this year’s event promises to be the most exciting extravaganza yet, with a cocktail drinks reception, an outstanding comedian and the usual Downtown surprises! The nominations for the awards are in, and you can register your vote by CLICKING HERE. The last three tables will be sold on a first come first served basis. Please contact Sara Ford, Telephone 0151 227 1633 to check for availability.  
     

   
THE LIVERPOOL PROPERTY FORUM  
The next Liverpool Property Forum, ‘Boom Town’ will be held on Thursday 16th November 2006. The Chief Executive of Liverpool Land Development Company, David Waugh, the property team from Grant Thornton, and Neil Pakey, Chief Executive of Liverpool John Lennon Airport will be offering their views on the city’s regeneration and renaissance. MORE  
     


   
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