Swansea-Based Social Enterprise Business Celebrates Anniversary
A Swansea-based social enterprise business designed to help existing or former members of the Armed Forces secure a successful second career is celebrating four years in business this month (March 2016), with the company growing from strength to strength.
Aartic Training Group and The British Training Board, partner companies that provide training and qualifications to those previously in or leaving the Forces, marked the occasion with an event held on Saturday 19 March in Penyrheol Theatre, Swansea.
Over 60 guests attended the event, including businesses, customers, family and friends who have supported the business over the last four years.
The past 12 months has seen Aartic Training Group and The British Training Board reach over 1000 registered personnel on the company’s database for its Skills Translations and Train the Trainer courses. These courses, run through Aartic Training Group, are specifically designed for those currently or formerly involved in the Armed Forces, who are looking to enhance their skills gained in the military to assist in securing a job in civilian life.
Due to the rapid growth of the businesses, the companies have increased its workforce to seven permanent members of staff and 30 associate trainers since inception. New offices have also been opened in Townhill, Bon-y-maen, Llanelli and Caerphilly, with a new office due to open in Brynhyfred soon, in addition to its headquarters on Phoenix Way in Llansamlet.
Aartic Training Group and The British Training Board were set up by Antony and Adrian Rabey, brothers who both served in the Royal Logistic Corp in the British Army. The companies were this month announced runners up of the social enterprise award at the Swansea Bay Business Awards 2016.
Antony Rabey, director of the Aartic Training Group, said:
“We are thrilled to see so many people at the anniversary event. The whole point of holding the event is to show our thanks to everyone who has supported Aartic Training Group and The British Training Board over the years. Without them, we wouldn't be where we are today – continuing to expand, bringing on new team members and helping more and more people lead more fulfilling lives.”
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