Miranda Blackburn, Director of Chapel Brook House Nursing & Residential Home, said: “I own a small family-run care home in Cheshire which I took over when my husband died suddenly. Prior to this, I had no experience of running a business and no business contacts locally.

“Occupancy was low at the home and needed to be increased. Ben quickly established key contacts in the local community and arranged meetings to showcase our home to a new audience.

“I am happy to say that following on from these meetings, a number of placements were made which were a direct result of Ben’s efforts, and occupancy remains good.

“Ben was also happy to advise on any aspect of the business that I was not sure about and the service and advice he provided was invaluable. He was highly professional in all his dealings and a pleasure to work with. I would have no hesitation in recommending him.”