Industry Who’s Who in charity

Although expected to be no more than a leisurely stroll in physical terms the event is expected to prove vigorous in the meeting and greeting department, as individuals and teams all ends of the industry gather together for a good cause.

Industry ‘names’ that will be exercising their feet and wallets for a great cause so far include: Dean St John, of Planet Conservatories; Mark Rogers of Veka; teams from Emplas, Shepley, Aluplast and 3D Group; Frank Dearey from Total Glass; Eddie Gaughan from Affordable; Gary Dean of Bohle, Kevin Warner from Deceuninck Status; Gary Morton from Conservatory Roof Craft; Mark Simm of GAP and many others.

Organiser Mike Crewdson of Radius Plastics says there is plenty of room for others to join.

The 2005 Network Walk involves a gentle stroll around 2-3 miles of central Manchester with participants organised into teams who will have the opportunity to meet and interchange at various watering holes along the route.

With a target of at least £20,000 for Gary Morton’s GM Fundraising organisation, and in turn of course the Hope House Hospice for Children, the fundraising principle behind the Manchester Network Day is simple: each participant or team should aim to raise, or simply contribute – a minimum of £500 to take part, but whatever they can afford. The walk will be organised in groups of eight with groups interspersing as the event continues.

‘This will be serious fun’, adds Mike. ‘Just look at some of the characters already signed up to attend – and this is what the industry does best – enjoy itself for a good cause! Sign up now and come and have a great day out.’