We have raised a whopping £8,336!
December 21, 2022
We have made a start on building towards our next £25,000 fundraising target through a great raffle and we would like to thank everyone who donated generous prizes and bought tickets from us. The prize list was fabulous, including a pair of tickets with full hospitality at the Wales v Ireland Guinness Six Nations game and a bunch of tech, such as top of the range large screen TVs, iPads, laptop, Apple Airpods, just to name a few.
We have had great fun organising this raffle and we are thrilled to have been able to raise a whopping £8,336!
What a pleasure to put smiles on the winners' faces too!
We have been supporting Action for Children for the past 5 years by raising funds towards their “Bouncing Back” Health & Wellbeing programme run in partnership with the Ospreys in the Community. With our regular support, the 2 charities help young people’s mental health and wellbeing through several engaging workshops.
The partnership has already seen over £30,000 raised and over 3,000 young people supported with increased self-esteem and mental health first aid.
Six weeks ago, we attended the launch of a new On-Target programme in a local secondary school to further enhance the support provided to pupils identified as being more at risk. These pupils have benefited from additional sessions over 6 weeks to help them build resilience and coping strategies. It's very hard to put into words the difference this programme makes to young people's lives.
Our next fundraising challenge will be a sleep out similar to the one we did back in 2019 organised in partnership with the Ospreys in the Community. It's called "Nestless Night" and will take place at the Swansea.com Stadium on February 17th.
Everyone is welcomed to join, as individuals or as a team, and each participant will be tasked to raise £150 in the lead up to the event.
For businesses, it's a great team building and networking event. The plan is to watch the Ospreys play Munster in a lounge, celebrate the fundraising efforts made by everyone taking part and hear from the Action for Children staff and ambassadors. We will then move outdoors to take on the challenge of sleeping outside. At 6am, bleary-eyed sleepers will be greeted with a bacon roll and hot drink to send them on their way, safe in the knowledge that they have helped make a difference.
If you would like to join us, please fill out the form on the Nestless Night page.
Alternatively, if you can't attend the sleep out event but still would like to help us reach our goal and make a donation, please click on this JustGiving page link and don't forget to add a little word of encouragement for our Philtronics Team!
Any donation, however small, will help us make a difference.
Many thanks for your support and have a lovely Christmas everyone!
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As the business grows, Philtronics continues to invest in its people to strengthen leadership, nurture internal talent, and create a culture of continuous improvement through initiatives such as the Philtronics Academy. Philtronics' Training Brief The company recognised the need to further develop its management team to support sustained growth and operational excellence. Many of the organisation’s managers had progressed organically through the ranks, gaining deep product and process expertise over years of hands-on experience. While this practical knowledge was an invaluable asset, Philtronics saw an opportunity to complement it with formal leadership development. The goal was to equip managers with the confidence, tools, and mindset to lead effectively in a fast-moving environment, improving communication, strengthening emotional intelligence, and empowering them to support their own teams’ growth. TSW's Solution To meet this need, Philtronics partnered with TSW Training to deliver the ILM Level 3 in Leadership & Management through the Philtronics Academy. The three-day, face-to-face programme, delivered by TSW, was tailored to Philtronics’ management team and covered: Team leadership and managing relationships Communication and core management skills Emotional intelligence in leadership Navigating business change and innovation Seven managers participated in the programme, completing three formal assignments that directly applied their learning to live workplace challenges. By embedding the programme within the Philtronics Academy, the company created a dedicated space for leadership growth and reinforced its commitment to developing internal talent. TSW Training also supported Philtronics in securing 50% funding , ensuring the investment remained cost-effective. Return On Investment The Impact The ILM Level 3 Award has had a transformative impact on the management team. Managers, many of whom have long been part of the Philtronics journey, reported greater confidence, enhanced communication skills, and improved collaboration across departments. The programme has: Strengthened teamwork and relationships across the business Improved adaptability to change and innovation Enhanced company culture through emotionally intelligent leadership By combining their existing technical expertise with new leadership capabilities, managers are now better equipped to motivate their teams, delegate effectively, and drive performance. The Outcome By investing in leadership development through the Philtronics Academy, the business has achieved measurable improvements across its management team and wider operations. Managers are more confident in decision-making, better at supporting their teams, and adept at applying emotional intelligence to strengthen workplace relationships. This has led to improved engagement, collaboration, and a more positive organisational culture. The training has also enhanced Philtronics’ ability to adapt to change and drive innovation. Managers are now more proactive in identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing change initiatives, leading to increased efficiency and resilience. The ILM Level 3 in Leadership & Management has been a transformative investment in Philtronics’ management capability. Building on the deep business knowledge of its people, the programme equipped managers with practical tools to drive team performance, foster collaboration, and lead with confidence. Next Steps The success of the ILM Level 3 programme marks just the beginning. As part of its ongoing people-development strategy, Philtronics has already booked Six Sigma Yellow and Green Belt programmes, as well as HR Skills for Non-HR Managers courses with TSW, continuing its investment in leadership and operational excellence. Through the Philtronics Academy and its partnership with TSW Training, Philtronics is ensuring that its managers and the wider business are equipped for sustained growth, innovation, and long-term success. Testimonials From Philtronics Anne Pritchard, CFO of Philtronics, shared: “The training delivered by TSW has had a very positive impact on our team. All participants rated the training 5 out of 5, agreeing that the content was engaging and directly applicable to their roles. Their learning was significantly enhanced by the trainer's extensive knowledge and the real-world experiences shared throughout the course.” Dan, Quality & NPI Manager, added: “Really enjoyed the tuition from TSW. Clearly the trainer is an individual with a wealth of knowledge and experience that made the course enjoyable and relatable. I would welcome another training opportunity with TSW and with the same instructor.” When asked how they plan to apply their learning, Calum, Engineering Manager, highlighted: “The motivation and team improvement techniques,” underscoring the practical value of the programme for day-to-day leadership.
