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Local Golfer Sets Sights On Further International Success

By on 14th November 2018in Sport
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A North East golfer has his sights set on further professional golfing success after being awarded the China PGA Tour’s number one merit.

Callum Tarren, from Darlington, is attached to Rockliffe Hall and is sponsored by boutique Stockton-based insurance broker, Erimus Insurance Brokers. This latest achievement sees him receive a full playing card for the Web.com Tour, the developmental competition for the US PGA Tour.

“It’s been a fantastic tour. I’m lucky enough to have made 27 out of 27 cuts in a strong competition and I’m delighted to be taking part in the 2019 Web.com Tour,” he said.

Callum started 2018 ranked at 587 in the world and has progressed through to 319 thanks to his hard work and determination in the China Tour.

Paul Davison, managing director of Erimus, said: “We’re so proud of everything that Callum has achieved this year. He’s worked hard and that’s been evident in the way that he’s played.

“Sponsoring Callum seemed like a natural choice for us. We have always had a corporate membership at Rockliffe Hall and enjoy working to support our local community and causes.

“Callum’s success has also gained our business great exposure, raising our profile and increasing awareness of our brand; we enjoy following his success.”

Erimus is a member of the Willis Commercial Network, providing commercial and corporate insurance services to businesses of all sizes, from owner-managed SMEs to companies with turnovers over £200m. The company is a top 100 UK Independent Insurance Broker and offers a unique proposition; the service levels of a small and caring team, with the buying power of a global broker thanks to its Willis membership.

The Web.com 2019 Tour begins in January, in the Bahamas. It features 27 tournaments played in 17 US states and four other countries. Callum’s progress can be followed on the Erimus Twitter feed @erimusib, and via their blog http://www.erimusib.com/blog/.

To find out more about Erimus Insurance Brokers, visit http://www.erimusib.com

Twitter: @callumtarren

Diamond Group tees off for charity

By on 19th October 2018in charity, Local Biz

North East-based technology solutions provider, Diamond Group, used its recent corporate golf day to raise money for local charity and client, Age UK Northumberland.

Diamond Group, which announced a three-year partnership with the charity earlier this year that will save it around £90,000, recently welcomed the charity’s service users to its offices for a home-cooked lunch, bingo and entertainment, and wanted to raise money to support its work.

John Burns, managing director of Diamond Group, said: “It’s a charity doing fantastic work, something I really believe in. It feels natural for me and the Company to support Age UK Northumberland and I’m grateful so many people joined us for our golf day.

“I, and all the directors at Diamond would like to thank everyone who took part in the event for their generous support and donations, with a special thanks to Pam and Donna from Diamond and Rachel from Age UK Northumberland.  We look forward to seeing everyone at the event next year!”

The event was held at Wearside Golf Club and after networking and a bacon sandwich, golfers headed out to the course. The undeniable victors were the Henderson team; winning best team, with their player Rob Briggs scooping longest drive and best individual score. Nearest the pin was awarded to Graeme Haswell of the Bluebell Care team.

Following the game, players enjoyed a delicious two-course lunch in the club house, followed by a raffle. Prizes had been donated generously by local businesses and included a bottle of Moet & Chandon, beauty treatment vouchers and a meal for two at Aspers Casino.

Rachel Todd, head of income generation and marketing at Age UK Northumberland, said: “We’re a small independent charity and we need support like this to sustain our services; Diamond Group has made a real difference to our charity. The work that the Company has done to support us and the additional activities, welcoming our service users and raising money, is hugely appreciated.

“Loneliness in older people is a real issue in Northumberland and all of the services we provide work in some way to reduce social isolation and loneliness. The fundraising by Diamond Group will really help us to continue this work.”

The golf day raised £1200 in total which will be used to help older people across Northumberland. The Company is continuing its commitment by sponsoring a table at the Age UK Northumberland Annual Dinner, to be held in October.

For more information on Diamond Group, see http://www.diamond-group.net/ or follow @DiamondGroupNE on Twitter.

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