So, we all got dolled up in our finest, the weather held out for us and the going was good to firm!! With a good representation of the Foundation teams from Ilkley and Lancaster, and even the occasional appearance by a client, we had a rare old time at Ripon Races last week. I was particularly delighted with the bubbly we ordered for the event, a little known Prosecco that the Italian vineyard had named in my honour ‘Villa Sandi’ – ever so kind of them, think I spent a month there back in the 80’s, obviously, left my mark .

We ran a competition amongst staff and clients to design a jockey’s jersey, some interesting designs coming through but sincerely pleased these people aren’t relying on designing for their regular income! A young lady from Best Western won for her inspired design, with my representation of a Zandra Rhodes meets Vivienne Westwood coming a close second.

A good evening was had by all, thanks to those who came – I’ve booked for next year too, so ideas for a competition are welcome – possibly a limerick, infact here’s your opener:

“There was a young man called Neil,………………….”
Get you thinking caps on, entries close May 16^th 2010!!!

Subject: General by Sandi

We’re really pleased that Liz Stevenson has joined us here at Foundation. We don’t think she realises what it’s going to be like – but that’s her lookout! Liz thinks she’s joining us to support our business development, bless! We like all-rounders here and I think Liz will fit in really well – she’s come from Millennium and before that JDA, so she’s certainly had a lot of agency experience, now we just need to Foundationise her.

Subject: General by Sandi