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Proud to be an Export Champion

East of England Export Champion 2020 4Col thumbnail2US2U Consulting have been awarded the prestigious title of 2020 Export Champion by the UK Department for International Trade.

This is in recognition of the international work we have done over the last few years, with international projects and trade visits to the likes of Belgium, Ireland, Canada, USA and across the Middle East - along with the insights our teams can share with other businesses looking to export their goods and services. Read more >>>

Press


Rachel Blackburn Awarded MBE in The King's New Year Honours List 2025

Congratulations to US2U Consulting Founder & CEO Rachel Blackburn, who has been awarded the prestigious MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in HM The King's New Year Honours List 2025.

Rachel's MBE award is for services to the Business Community and to Exports.

This recognition highlights Rachel's tireless dedication and outstanding contribution to advancing local, national and international business success whilst supporting a range of community organisations. She has also supported the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda in business and the community.

Read our e-newsletter announcement of this news here. Read the full story of Rachel's MBE in our news section.

Other media and press coverage of the New Year Honours List 2025 and Rachel Blackburn's MBE can be found below:

Official Government New Year Honours List 2025 (Rachel is on page 61)

The Independent: Full New Year Honours List 2025

Norwich Evening News: New Year Honours List 2025 - Rachel Blackburn Named MBE

Eastern Daily Press: New Year Honours List 2025 - Rachel Blackburn Named MBE

UK Government Department for Business & Trade Press Release: Top UK business leaders awarded New Year's Honours

The Open University: OU MBA Alumna recognised in New Year Honours

BBC News: Awards to people from Norfolk

ITV News: Awards to people in the ITV Anglia region

Enterprise Nation: Entrepreneurs Awarded in New Year's Honours 2025

December 2024 E-news: Read US2U's End of Year Roundup

Our December 2024 e-newsletter has been published, taking a look at our news & events our team attended over the last few months as we end the year.

This edition features news of Rachel Blackburn attending September's DCD Conference in London, an Equality, Diversity & Inclusion summit by Tower Bridge, and a Saxon Air charity fundraising ball in Norfolk.

There is also an international theme with the team attending a New York Jets networking event in London in October (coinciding with the NFL's overseas games in the UK), before 'jetting' off to New York for a week-long trade mission. Rachel Blackburn also met the UK's new Minister for Services, Small Business and Exports, Gareth Thomas MP, at an International Trade Week 2024 event in London.

With the festive season now in full swing, the team also attended charity events including The Royal Variety Performance, and NSPCC and The GEM Appeal fundraising events in Manchester.

Read all of this and more here: US2U Consulting E-news December 2024

Visit us2uconsulting.com or Contact us to find out how US2U Consulting can make a positive difference to your organisation, or to be added to our email list. We wish all of our followers, clients and suppliers a relaxing festive period and a successful 2025.

September 2024 E-news: Read US2U's Autumn News

Our September 2024 e-newsletter has been published, sharing our latest news.

This edition includes latest workplace advice and policy on Diversity and Inclusion and sexual harassment, news of the team attending an African Leadership Action conference in London, and a cultural trip to Japan. We have also been busy supporting our local community.

Read all of these stories and more here: US2U Consulting E-news September 2024

Visit us2uconsulting.com or Contact us to find out how US2U Consulting can make a positive difference to your organisation, or to be added to our email list.

July 2024 E-news: Summertime's in Bloom

Our July 2024 e-newsletter has been published, documenting our recent news.

This edition includes news of our long-standing International Trade Advisor from the Department for Business and Trade, Leszek Wysocki, retiring after 22 years in the role. On the topic of exporting, US2U Consulting team members recently attended BritishAmerican Business events in London, including an annual Transatlantic Growth Awards event, and a networking event at Chelsea Football Club, Stamford Bridge.

US2U CEO & Founder Rachel Blackburn also attended an Australian Networking Event in New York in May.

We are also pleased to be sponsoring a Horsford Cricket Club player for the 2024 season.

Read all of these stories and more here: US2U Consulting E-news July 2024

Visit us2uconsulting.com or Contact us to find out how US2U Consulting can make a positive difference to your organisation, or to be added to our email list.

 

This edition also features US2U Consulting's top tips to help you manage key business challenges and opportunities over the summer:

Summer can be a unique time for businesses, bringing both opportunities and challenges. Whether you're navigating fluctuating workloads, planning for the year's second half, or seeking ways to keep your team motivated, our top tips are designed to support you every step of the way.

US2U Consulting's Top Tips for Managing Your Business Well Over the Summer
 
1. Plan Ahead for Seasonal Fluctuations: Anticipate changes in demand by analysing past summer trends and adjusting your inventory, staffing, and marketing strategies accordingly.

2. Leverage Technology for Flexibility: Utilise digital tools to maintain productivity and collaboration, whether your team is working remotely, on holiday, or in the office.

3. Engage Your Team: Keep morale high with summer-themed team-building activities, flexible schedules, and incentives to ensure your staff remains motivated and productive.

4. Focus on Customer Relationships: Use the quieter periods to connect with your clients, gather feedback, and strengthen relationships to drive loyalty and satisfaction.

5. Strategise for the Future: Take advantage of the summer lull to review your business goals, refine your strategies, and plan for the busy months ahead.
 

We hope these tips inspire you to make the most of the summer season and set your business up for continued success. Thank you for being part of our international community. As always, we're here to support you with innovative solutions and expert advice. Please contact rachelb@us2uconsulting.com.

Vacancy: Financial Controller

Package: c£60k plus performance related bonus, benefits and relocation package

Location: South Norfolk

With a reputation for manufacturing high quality products and delivering excellent customer service in an exciting industry, our international client is looking for a Financial Controller who loves numbers and working with MRP systems. This new role also has leadership responsibility for a small Finance Team so the successful candidate must be great at leading, motivating and developing people too. 

We seek someone with ambition who can grow this role in a highly respected company that specialises in the manufacture of vehicle recovery equipment for customers worldwide.  

Working with colleagues you must be able to demonstrate your ability to: 

• Build strong, professional relationships with colleagues in the UK and in the US

• Work with colleagues to produce timely and accurate management accounts and cashflows

• Manage debtors, VAT, financial risks and exceptions efficiently

• Review costs and selling prices to enable competitive advantage

• Lead, manage, motivate and coach the Finance Team members to achieve high standards

This role requires a strong accounting background and confidence managing financial information in a manufacturing environment, ideally engineering -related. A finance or management qualification is desirable along with great commercial awareness, communication and organisational skills. You will probably be a strong character who can work well with colleagues to influence positive change if it’s “best for the business”, sometimes in a challenging environment.

If you are calm under pressure, passionate about giving great customer service, have excellent numerical, accuracy and analytical problem-solving skills then please apply.

Please send your CV to: rachelb@us2uconsulting.com or telephone 01603 716852  

View the vacancy as a PDF here