Superb FREE Seminars at AVEX

The Premier International Vending and Water Exhibition

Published: 09 May, 2011

Wed 15 & Thurs 16 June, NEC Birmingham.

Concerned about the VAT you pay on hot drinks? Know how to spot a fake coin?

These are just two of the topics that will be included in the AVEX seminar programme that will be of particular interest to vending and water operators, specifiers and users.

Ever heard of Manfred Bog? Myles Duckworth, partner indirect taxation at Deloittes has, and he will explain how Manfred Bog could change the ruling on Vat paid on hot drinks. Operators make sure you don’t miss this one!.

Phil Hawkins, Queen’s Assay Master and Head of Operations Support at The Royal Mint will be giving tips on how to spot a fake £1. Phil is regarded as one of the world’s leading experts on coin authentication and he will be highlighting the various types of £1 counterfeits that are currently in circulation and the efforts being made to protect vending.

Andy Healy, Assistant Director from Towergate Financial will be guiding us through the planned Pension Reform, which will completely change the face of pensions in the UK. Do you understand how it will affect your business? If the answer is no, you need to talk to Andy.

Jackie Ray of Brethertons Solicitors will be providing advice on the legal aspects of vending; to mitigate risk and reserve title. Something every business needs to understand in today’s litigious world.

Much of the legislation imposed in the UK starts in Brussels and it’s important that we understand how the UK is being and could be affected by European Legislation. The EVA will be explaining how their work protects vending.

With an established vending pedigree, Phil Millard from The Vending Intelligence Agency will be launching the AVA’s new one stop shop for all business development and training. Phil will be explaining the exciting things on offer and even giving tips on “how to sell more” and “improve your customer care”.

Lucy Porter from University Caterer will be exploring tangible ways to embed social responsibility into your catering and vending practices. You will find out that green doesn’t just look good, but is market-driven by both consumers and competitors.

These are just a few snippets from the programme, other hot topics include food allergens - a growing trend, how much do you know? and everything you need to know about water filters.

The Seminars will run throughout the two days so register to visit AVEX now at www.avex2011.co.uk and make sure you understand the issues affecting your business.

Seminar Programme

WEDNESDAY 15 JUNE

10.15

NOTHING VENDED NOTHING GAINED

Jackie Ray, Head of Commercial Litigation, Brethertons LLP

10.55

PENSION REFORM – THE PENSIONS ACT (2008)

Andy Healy, Assistant Director, Towergate Financial

11.35

MANFRED BOG AND THE VAT QUESTION

Myles Duckworth, Partner Indirect Taxation, Deloittes

12.15