bosley
- 20 Feb 2004 09:34
ths
- 08 Dec 2006 20:14
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Well my three glasses are fully empty.
But I think this is definitely a step forward.
zscrooge
- 08 Dec 2006 20:26
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So, all we need is a 10 bagger to break even for most.
EWRobson
- 08 Dec 2006 21:19
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Happy with a half-full 10 bagger, i.e. a 5-bagger! Equivalent to 18p on the former share issue.
alfalfa
- 08 Dec 2006 21:29
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greekman and all - Absolutely right. We are now a global village. I was once part of a "virtual" company funded by venture capital. We had no assets, everything was rented and we met up fortnightly in an office in the UK, even though 4 out of the 7 personnel lived more than 100 miles away. The power of the internet and other comms meant that we got the job done with super efficiency.
You may recall that the US office of SEO was not dissimilar since it was actually run by Stephanie Morgan-Fisher (a PR consultant who runs Morgan-Fisher Inc) and her husband - out of their house. Apart from salaries, I doubt that overheads would have been onerous.
As long as the relevant contacts were established with UK personnel in tow, then I don't see a problem in continuity with the USA.
Onwards and upwards we trust.
Alfa.
Tonyrelaxes
- 08 Dec 2006 22:04
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The American office was merely a token presence judging by posted reports of phone calls to it. It appeared to be little more than a shared "serviced office" address. All they seem to have done was maintain, for a period, the "newsflow" of information but this came from Stephanie M-F who worked (sic) from home.
Plus, of course, the Orlando 'office' and it's attractions provided a raison d'etre for regular journeys across the atlantic by the (a?) favoured few which would presumably pass Inland Revenue Benefits scrutiny!
I noticed there was no mention of Stephanie M-F in the 'refunding' prospectus wheras details of her contract and Share Options were included in the 'BioTec' Prospectus of last year. Had she already gone as part of the costcutting jobs cuts?
Now the Director/President of Stanelco's US operations (RNS 8 june 05) is no more, and they closed the office within a couple of weeks of his departure, my thoughts are strengthened about the office being little more than a sham or plaything.
But that is now history. Looking forward I am increasingly happier with MW so far. He has appointed an FD with whom he can work well, they have done much in preparing for and raising 14m net, ousting the "virtual owner" and his technical sidekick, and later other Directors/Senior Managers. Now the Sales Director, promised at the EGM a month ago, has been appointed I look forward to positive announcements over the coming months which will be clear, unambiguous and positive proof of progress.
I think it will happen.
(Bloody hope so too...!)
oblomov
- 08 Dec 2006 23:49
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A 'new regime'? Isn't that what we're supposed to think? Distance the past crap from the present? My opinion is that until I see something differrent I assume nothing has changed. I've seen nothing different - no deals , no income, just talk.
And I used to be accused of ramping! Just check back the posts in Aug/Sept.
Eric, with all due respect, when the proverbial was really hitting the fan (Aug. to Nov) you were nowhere to be seen - not a single post. Now you ride in on your white charger and ramp like the son of PM1. To be honest, no disrespect, but you're getting up my nose because you were nowhere to be seen when the going was rough, now SEO cant do a thing wrong!
I think, as I have said before, that until I see some cash coming in,I believe the whole open offer/money raising issue was more about prolonging the agony than turning a profit, no matttter what Eric/Schroders may like us to beleive.
Sorry, all (and where is Alan Hewitt who daily, by his absence, looks suspiciously like a serial ramper) but I remain pessimistic and cynical of the whole SEO 'dream'.
Currently 50K + down. How about you, Eric? From what gains/losses are your comments coming?
Dont be shy - let us know! 50 or 50k?
maestro
- 09 Dec 2006 00:04
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8th December 2006
Stanelco plc (the Company)
Personnel Update
Stanelco is pleased to announce that Dave Wetters has joined the Companys management board as Sales Director. Dave is an acknowledged expert in the sale of technical machinery and compounding resins. He has 25 years experience working in the industry, including 10 years as regional Sales Manager for APV, the leading polymer processing company. Of particular relevance to Stanelco is his considerable experience in working across global markets which will prove valuable as the Company takes its expertise into new market places across the world.
Other recent changes to the management team include the departure of Bruce Drew, who was Managing Director of the Aquasol division, and Graham Whitchurch, Managing Director of Adept Polymers. The management board will assume responsibility for these divisions.
In addition, as part of a continual review of Stanelcos cost base, the management has recently undertaken a number of measures to reduce its cost base and increase efficiency within the Company, including:
A continued reduction in headcount at the Companys Southampton Head Office. A consultation exercise is currently taking place at the Companys head office in Southampton over a number of administrative and technical staff;
The US office function has been realigned and Dave Wetters will now lead our US initiative from the UK head office. He will be supported by the Companys on the ground consultants who have performed well over the last 12 months. These changes will ensure consistency and accuracy in all communications across the US, with the intention of building on excellent relationships we have developed there. As a result, the Companys US office has been closed.
A strategic review has been implemented at the Adept Polymer operations and in particular the PVOH manufacturing business. This review is ongoing.
The Directors believe that all these initiatives will help Stanelco to deliver on its exciting potential for the benefit of all its shareholders.
- Ends -
Oilywag
- 09 Dec 2006 07:28
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Maestre
Are you a village idiot?
The personnel info from the web site had already been posted at the top of this page.
Why post it again?
Because you are a village idiot!
oblomov
I have spoken to Hewittalan. He is having difficulities with re-establishing his broadband connection with BT after his house move . Nothing new there then .... with BT.
The oily one
Tonyrelaxes
- 09 Dec 2006 09:22
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Oily
Don't be too harsh on Maestro. His post is not his usual rubbish.
There was actually nothing incorrect this time - a great improvement, possibly a record.
Only problem, he's was just telling us what we all already knew about!
oblomov
- 09 Dec 2006 09:42
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Thanks, Oily, Sorry Alan - comment retracted, apologies Eric, I was a bit harsh - never again will I post after a fine bottle of claret!
PATISEAR
- 09 Dec 2006 10:14
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"Spot The Mistake" COMPETITION
==========================
"Spot The Mistake in the latest RNS".
Come on you lot, there has got to be one.
greekman
- 09 Dec 2006 10:20
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oblomov,
Most of the posts re the USA office and management changes have been well argued, pro and anti.
I am not and never have (hopefully) looked at SEO through rose tinted glasses, but try to analyse the facts, as I am sure you do.
Not saying your slant (oblomov) is wrong, just hoping it is.
As to posting after alcohol. Did this once several months ago. Read it the next day and wondered who had posted such rubbish.
Felt tempted to reply and then squelch myself.
As you say, never again. ( Hope the hangovers not too bad).
Good job the market is not open for trading, Fri/Sat night after a good visit to the pub. Mind you I would probably when drunk make better investment decisions than when sober.
greekman
- 09 Dec 2006 10:39
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The below article is very long and in parts very interesting, although most is just reiterating facts we know.
Due to this see link if you can spare about 15 mins to read through and digest.
http://news.independent.co.uk/environment/article2055393.ece
The war on waste
It's the busiest shopping day of the year. But what are Britain's biggest retailers really doing about our concerns over excess packaging? Ed Caesar investigates.
Published: 09 December 2006
EWRobson
- 09 Dec 2006 13:00
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That's OK oblo. Confess to being AWOL - caused actually by lack of any funds to invest. I suspect like others I tend to post opinions to check them out. My recent comments have been aimed at communicating the view that we are essentially in a new situation, heavily influenced by Schroders. We should not therefore be expecting RNSs when anything moves, even if a mere shadow. We also may need to wait for some time until the company is in a position to convince clients re contracts and implement them. If, as seems likely, contracts have to be renegotiated by a new man, six months seems reasonable.
Eric
ths
- 09 Dec 2006 18:59
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yeah at least he wasn't blatently ramping/deramping within 1 hour
I think he's trying hard. Let's support him ...
aldwickk
- 10 Dec 2006 08:36
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Does anybody still think that Sirjc is not Paul Matterstson on ADVFN ?
Mad Pad
- 11 Dec 2006 07:56
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Who cares ?Filter him if you dont want to use his links as part of your research.
boldtrader
- 12 Dec 2006 08:08
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Says it all!!!!!???? Hopefully not. Cheers.
EWRobson
- 12 Dec 2006 13:25
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Is that a record. A whole 24 hours without a post. May be a good thing. May be that my chat about patience has been taken on board. Surprising though!
Tonyrelaxes
- 12 Dec 2006 14:46
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But for the (comtemptuous?) responses and aldwickk's post, which looks like an attempt to discredit someone whose views are more optimistic about SEO than his own appear, it would be nearly 3 whole days!
Yes, Eric, patience it is here.