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Sunday, 24 April 2011
The Adventures of Alan Slack, Page One...
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Saturday, 23 April 2011
One Manchester, May 2009...
Okay, this is slightly bizarre. I realised this morning that it is exactly 18 months since I left BNY Mellon, and despite the many, many children I sired with the upper-level HR representatives, not one has come forward to claim child support - probably out of shame.
Additionally - and this is the real reason for this post, not to demonstrate the virility of my penis and associated reproductive gear - I was clearing up my desktop, when I found the below piece of work: the never published May 2009 issue of One Manchester.
One Manchester was an internal circular at BNYM. It was intended to keep the proletarian workforce up-to-date with the Global happenings, to bore them to death and to inspire no hint of revolt whatsoever.
Anyways, one month, bored as I was and all, I decided to apply for the editor's role - I got it. I think the top-brass were just excited I had finally woken up and would've given me a yellow jacket if I'd showed an ounce of interest.
So I set about fixing up the May issue: you can read it below.
To be honest, of all the licentious things I wrote about BNYM, this was one of the tamest, and yet it prompted an internal audit, my being questioned over dissention, and One Manchester ultimately being cancelled.
I actually think the latter was on the cards for a while - they filtered it into a glossy, globally comprehensive publication that was equally lacking in soul.
But here it is, in all its glory: the last, lost copy of BNYM One Manchester.
And tomorrow I'll show you the cartoon...that really pissed them off.
R. Jay Nudds x
One Manchester
Editor’s Note
Welcome one and all to the May edition of One Manchester. The past month has been an extremely progressive one for the Bank of New York Mellon, and has seen the receipt of multiple awards for excellence, the emergence of a new, more cohesive brand in Europe and, on a local scale, the hard work and dedication of many Manchester staff in the name of charitable and community-conscious causes.
As well as having a slightly mid-European feel due to the presence of a cartoon in the Ligne claire style, and an abundance of shorts (see the BNYM Sports section), this issue will focus heavily on the activities of Manchester employees with a view to further encouraging an active role in the world around us. As a market-leading brand, we have the power, on an individual level, to make a real difference to the people around us, and inspire others to aim for a position in which they could do the same: our actions may not change the world, but by exercising a sense of responsibility to community development, and making themselves willingly accountable for issues when it is not demanded of them, those who have made an effort this month are rightfully appreciated in this edition.
In short; anyone who is willing to throw themselves out of a plane for charity, gets my respect instantly!
Accountability and responsibility play a part in all of our lives on a daily basis. Working as we do, in a high risk environment experiencing turbulent times, it is more important than ever to scrutinise our individual roles, but it is refreshing to see that so many of BNYM’s employees find the time and, even more remarkably, the energy to carry these principles into their private lives.
But back to work! What changes have come over the bank this month that are worthy of note?
Firstly, OPG was experiencing great changes. The complete restack of the building has seen departments switch floors, modify procedures and personal responsibilities, and finally have a point of comparison between drinks machines. As a side note, it is worth pointing out that the sixth floor has by far the best of the bunch. Not only does it have a wider choice, it actually refers to a mocha as a mocha; not the dubiously named, and suspiciously unpalatable espressochoc.
Maybe its just the name that makes the difference; even on such a trivial level the notion of solid branding conjuring up either positive or negative preconceptions exists. And so, across the Channel, some impacting changes have been implanted to solidify our brand in Europe, and provide BNYM with a new continental flagship: The Bank of New York Mellon SA/NV, in Belgium. The new faction will be the leading European entity for the asset servicing business.
Europe, as well as the Middle East and Asia (EMEA), is a particularly integral area of strategic growth: Manchester itself is one of the most up-and-coming branches worldwide, and has experienced such success in spite of the economic crisis, that a second branch on Hardman Street was opened. The Opening of this regional hub in Belgium establishes a solid European base, which will increase our legislative leverage in Europe.
But the Belgian theme doesn’t stop there! Short of Tintin dropping by to check that Papa Smurf’s portfolio is being serviced correctly, we have had just about as much contact with our Belgian counterparts as possible. The Brussels Corporate Action team are currently operating from OPG, and can be found in an authentically Gallic corner of the first floor. According to Wikpedia.org (soon to be renamed WikiNudds in honour of it being the source of my reputedly unreliable general knowledge) Brussels means ‘A home in the marsh’. If that’s the case, Manchester in May, especially Piccadilly Gardens – bless its sodden soil – should seem like a home from home.
Brussels now has six representatives in Corporate Actions, two in Trade Capture, and with two more coming next month for Settlements the international contingent is growing, and long may it continue. Our diversity as an organisation is one of our great strengths, and the ability to relate to clients has earned our company no less than seven awards at this months.
Rob Nudds – Editor
Contents
Greater Manchester Police Announce Business Watch Coordinator of the Year
Keeping Things in Perspective
• To Nairobi and Back Again for the Balcraig Foundation
Good Bankers Doing Good Things: BNYM in the community
• Abraham Moss
BNYM Sports
• Manchester Golf: The Easter challenge
• Twilight Golf
• The Running Club
• Netball: A Question of Sport
• Badminton
• Squash
Comic Strip
• The Adventures of Mellon Man
News and Upcoming Events
• Paintball Challenge
• Awards
• Charity Golf
Notice board
• The Manchester 10k
• The Global Giving Campaign
• Quiz Night and Race Night
Greater Manchester Police Announce Business Watch Coordinator of the Year
Greater Manchester Police has named the recipient of its prestigious Business Watch Coordinator of the Year Award.
The award, named in memory of Business Watch founder Bill Lowe, recognises the efforts of an individual who has shown a keen enthusiasm for crime prevention and awareness.
Northern Region Manager for Corporate Security for The Bank of New York Mellon, Mike Owens, beat off tough competition from around hundreds of Business Watch Coordinator’s registered with GMP to clinch the title.
As well as looking after the Company’s interests in Manchester, Mike is also involved in supporting twelve other offices in the UK and Ireland. He is also involved in the Manchester City Council Business Continuity Forum and also plays an active part in the Piccadilly Partnership Action Group.
Mike Owens has liaised with the police throughout the year to ensure that not only his own business, but others in the city centre continue to be a safer place for both staff and guests.
Greater Manchester Police Crime Reduction Advisor, PC Stuart Pizzey, said: “This year’s winner typifies what a Watch Scheme Coordinator should be. In the short time since Mike began working in Manchester he has been extremely supportive and active, this title is a well-deserved reward for his efforts. He is enthusiastic, positive and provides wonderful support to the police”.
Mike Owens was presented with his award by Chief Constable Peter Fahy at the Security 2009 Event: Rise to the Challenge, which was held at New Century Hall, New Century House, Manchester City Centre, on Tuesday 31 March 2009. Mike was also presented with a Divisional Commander’s Commendation for his commitment to working with the Force.
A Divisional Commander’s Commendation is given to outstanding members of police staff, and on some occasions, members of the public, who have demonstrated real commitment to the Force’s priority of ‘fighting crime and protecting people’ across Greater Manchester. Mike Owens received the commendation from Chief Superintendent Gerry Donnellan, GMP’s Divisional Commander for North Manchester.
Keeping Things in Perspective
No doubt you will have heard of Pam Bald’s recent efforts to raise money for the Balcraig Foundation. The extent of Pam’s fundraising ability, and the endless mine of inspiration for the events she organises is truly inspirational. It is a great reminder in a time of recession, what with the news filling our minds with portents of a grim future that we are, whatever the papers say, in an extremely fortunate position. It really puts into the perspective our fear of having less when so many people have nothing at all of what we take for granted. I hope you will support Pam in her mission to help those less fortunate, and thank her if you can, for all her hard work. – Ed
To Nairobi and Back Again for the Balcraig Foundation
On 22 May I am off to Nairobi to spend a week at the Kenya Children's Home helping in the orphanage and working with the 'House Mums'.
Balcraig Foundation was founded in 1992 by Ann Gloag. The mission of the Foundation is to assist in the relief of human suffering and deprivation, to provide a place of safety for orphaned and destitute children, and to improve access to education through adequate building facilities, textbooks and improved hygiene facilities.
The first project to be developed in Nairobi was KCH. It is from within this development that the new community and income generation projects are now being developed and managed. It is essential to the ethos of Balcraig Foundation that these projects are run from Kenya, by Kenyans for Kenyans.
Balcraig Foundation seeks to identify the most deserving underprivileged child projects, and thereafter supports and guides these children to obtain a safe and healthy living environment, a good education and ultimately successful independent living conditions.
Kenya Children’s Home (previously known as Thomas Barnardo House) KCH was founded in 1961 by Dr Barnardo Homes in the UK. In 1971, it was taken over by Kenya Christian Homes and is now run as Kenya Children’s Home by The Balcraig Foundation. It is an independent home for orphans, abandoned and destitute children, and over the years 6,000 children have been cared for from birth to adulthood. At present there are 175 children, the majority of whom are in full-time education. A quarter of the home’s expenditure is spent on education and training.
Since Balcraig Foundation took full responsibility for the home in 2002, dormitory accommodation has been replaced by 9 family units, with each house providing shelter for up to 12-16 children. These children are cared for by a dedicated house mother and an auntie in each unit. The children are of mixed ages and sexes, with all siblings living together, re-creating a more family-oriented environment. In 2007 the Nursery was renovated to the highest standards and currently houses 37 abandoned babies under the age of 2.
In particular I am keen to raise funds for TOPS sports equipment which will help the children develop many skills such coordination, balance and team work. My Goddaughter, Erin and her boyfriend are going to Kenya later this year and will teach the 'House Mums' how to facilitate classes using the equipment.
I would also like to raise funds for Kelvin Loaf which is a KCH income generating project originally supported by Kelvinside Academy in Glasgow. Many people living in Kibera cannot afford a whole loaf priced at 20p, and bargain with vendors for half a loaf. The Kelvin Loaf is a half sized loaf which is priced at 10p and provides affordable bread for the poorest people in Nairobi.
2000 Kelvin loaves are baked every day which are not only sold to those who can afford them, but are also used to feed the children at KCH and are distributed to other orphanages or destitute people in the city. I hope to actually be part of the distribution team that takes the loaves out to the orphanages.
Four of my brave colleagues, Dan Lander, Matt Wells, Jon Goddard and David Maxwell are skydiving to raise funds for the charity on 25th April.
By Pam Bald
An Update…
Since the above article was written, Pam has been very busy. Below is an update of her progress – Ed
I thought you might like to know how my fund-raising is going.
Thanks to your help, I've raised £1,390.00 + £275 (Gift Aid) on-line for Balcraig Foundation so far.
You too can donate via http://www.justgiving.com/pamelabald.
Here is a little more information on how the Justgiving website works:
Justgiving sends your donation straight to Balcraig Foundation and automatically reclaims Gift Aid if you're a UK taxpayer, so your donation is worth even more. I hope you'll join me in supporting Balcraig Foundation.
We had a fabulous day on Saturday at the Sky Diving. Dan Lander, Jon Goddard, Matt Wells and David Maxwell successfully completed skydives. All were a bit apprehensive as the day went on as we had to wait around most of the day for the wind to subside. However, the adrenaline soon kicked in when their turn came and the thrill of the drop made it all worthwhile. They are now hooked and planning solo dives soon!
Many thanks for your donations,
Pam
Should you wish to make a donation, please visit my just giving website at http://www.justgiving.com/pamelabald
Link to the Kenya Children’s Home http://www.kenyachildrenshome.org.uk/
Good Bankers Doing Good Things: BNYM in the community
Abraham Moss
For me and my esteemed colleague Simon “The Baron” Clark, deciding to prise ourselves away from the cut and thrust world of Corporate Actions in favour of a few half days coaching football was possibly the hardest decision of our professional careers to date.
Abraham Moss Warriors FC is a Cheetham Hill based football club that runs a number of teams for both boys and girls up to the ages of 15.
For most of the time, either myself and Harrison Midda, or Andy Wright and Michael Jones, took charge of coaching the 5- 8 year olds. Trying to intertwine the football with playground style games was at times challenging, owing to some of the kids only wanting to play matches and nothing else. This was solved with numerous white lies along the lines of: “You know, Cristiano Ronaldo..? Well, he loves a game of ‘Bulldog’!”
Through a bit of trial and error, it is safe to say that 5-8 year olds got the right mix between press ups, long distance running, and penalty shoot outs.
Simon, along with Callum Livingstone and Adam Thorp was given the daunting prospect of keeping nineteen 10 year olds under control whilst teaching them some new football skills at the same time. The group soon adjusted to Clarky and Callum’s good cop/bad cop approach and a lot of fun was had by all.
Nick Bowen drew on his worldwide coaching experiences in the USA, and ably put the under 15s through their paces. Perhaps they were just tired when they lost a match 9-1 on the evening following a session, eh?
Danny Topping, Daniel Butt, Edelle Brown, Dave Sinclair, Andy Chan, Gareth Ivett, James Prunty, and Rick Marsden all deserve a mention for their efforts with various groups.
On the final day all the volunteers helped organise a tournament for most of the age groups mixed together. This was fiercely contested, with a team who modestly dubbed themselves “The Famous Four”, taking top honours. As with a lot of youth sport, the mantra of “It’s not the winning it’s the taking part” was rewarded, as most of the participants received a medal and an Easter egg. (As you do! – Ed)
Special thanks to June Kelly at Abraham Moss Warriors for giving us the opportunity to come down and help. For those interested there will probably be further chances to volunteer at the club later this year. Look out for those emails!
“A gamble yes, to swap our usual liquidations for some liquid football. But it was a decision that clearly paid dividends.”
By Oliver Cosgrove-Fearn
BNYM Sports
Manchester Golf
The Easter Challenge
April saw the Manchester Golf Society come together for the 2009 Good Friday season opener at Heaton Moor Golf Club in Stockport. Against the backdrop of splendid surroundings and unbeatable hospitality, but an uncertain weather forecast, we convened at 08:00 for coffee and bacon balms – as the Committee members thrashed out the final details and handed out BYNM merchandise.
Tee-off was at 09:00 with Jim Caulkett and Chris Entwistle leading the way – whether Chris’ drive really did lead the way is up for debate. Format for the morning round was Stroke play which, for the non-golfing aficionados, refers simply to a total of every shot taken (gross) minus respective handicaps (net). 9 holes later, and the weather still holding out, the crowd was back in the clubhouse for a buffet lunch of chips, onion rings, spring rolls and a pre-afternoon pint for the more audacious.
Ready and raring to go, the Society got the green light to tee-off ahead of 13:00 as the main event got underway – the Stableford 18 hole Easter Challenge. The morning 9 holes had proved a much welcomed warm-up, especially for those whose shenanigans the night before looked to have taken them out of contention – but it wasn’t long before we all had to contend with something even the Committee couldn’t control as the heavens opened at exactly the mid-point. The ensuing downpour played such havoc that Gareth Wilkinson’s ‘shot-put’ drive would have won longest drive were it not for his modesty that surely someone would have out driven him, and so wasn’t marked – as it happened, no one else managed to make the fairway.
With a lingering drizzle still in the air and the field starting to come home in drips and drabs, the clubhouse offered a respite as the Committee received the final batch of scorecards and a clear winner was emerging. With an impressive 37 points, Jonathan Lane secured his first win, followed by newcomer Tom Mantel in second position. The morning 9 hole competition was bagged by Tom Houghton with an inspiring 3 over par gross score of 38. Jim Caulkett won the par 3s and Gareth Wilkinson made up for his earlier gash by winning closest the pin. Runner up to the morning’s event was outsider (literally) Wassiv Shabbir, who also picked Jonathan Lane in the sweepstake pocketing him a crisp £20 note.
2009 also sees the Golf Society’s first ‘Player of the Year’ competition which all participants are entered into. To allow everyone a sporting chance the Committee is introducing an eclectic which is based on individuals’ best 2 events from the 2009 Society programme.
Player of the Year eclectic standings:
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Please join us in congratulating Jonathan on his success, and we look forward to welcoming the Society and any new members, regardless of background or ability, to our next golf day at Romiley Golf Club on 29th May for the annual Masters Championship, and a place on the BNYM golf trophy – please send any queries to manchestergolf@bnymellon.com and look out for future notifications on ‘Twilight golf’ which is a new concept in the pipeline for those long Summer evenings.
By Chris Entwistle
Twilight Golf
Join the Manchester Office Golf Society on the evening of Friday 29 May from 17:30 at Withinghton Golf Club for after work Twilight Golf.
Cost is £16 per player and there will be a limited number of car parking spaces available for those willing to car share.
An informal presentation in the clubhouse will take place as the evening draws to a close.
This will be a relaxed event attended by players with a wide range of playing experience and ability.
Twilight Golf is open to all employees across our offices in Manchester and anyone with a golfing background, however little, is very welcome to join in the fun.
To register your interested, please send an email to manchestergolf@bnymellon.
The Running Club
The Running Club is a new social and sports addition to the banks sporting activities. Initially set up to help bank employees train for the Great Manchester 10km run the club has also attracted employees who are looking to increase or maintain fitness. The club are in their 12th Week and meet every Tuesday approximately 6pm for a run around the streets of Manchester or occasionally onto the canals.
The club is organised by Sarah Taylor and members hail from all parts of the bank, both OPG and 3HS included. Some of the current members include;
Stephanie O Connor, Lee Powell, Simon Clarke, Kimberley Street, Andrew Wright, Andrew Chan, Martin George, Catherine Leung, Kirsty Folan, Ryan Carver, Marcus Myers, David Lee and Hazel Everard.
The club have created a good bond and support for each other when out running and many have vowed to continue running even after the 10km season. If you are interested in joining the club please email Sarah R Taylor. We are looking to set up 3 groups, to cover 10km weekly, 7km and a third group who are building fitness and distance.
Good luck to all of you who are completing the Edinburgh or Manchester 10km this year!
By Sarah Taylor
Netball
A Question of Sport
Who would you expect to come out on top if the Bank’s finest girls’ netball team was pitted against four randomly and hastily put-together teams of mixed boys and girls, many of whom had never spoken to each other before, let alone played sport together?
That was the question on everyone’s lips as the five teams lined up for the Bank’s first Netball Tournament at the Velodrome on Saturday, 18 April, organised by Sarah Taylor of the Sports and Social Committee. The four mixed teams had chosen their men carefully; either very tall, or small and speedy – the BNYMellon Girls Team were nervous.
The build-up to the tournament had seen the girls kindly offering to train the mixed teams in the basics of netball: footwork, jumping, landing, passing and shooting, and even the offside rule (as well as diligently warming up and planning their tactics). Meanwhile the boys’ warm up consisted of comparing basketball tricks, doing keepy-uppies, and inventing cover stories so they could avoid telling their friends and families that they were actually playing netball.
A good example of this was Nick Bowen telling his mates he was playing in a five aside tournament…
(Well, Nick…they know the truth now! Assuming of course that all of Nick’s friends read One Manchester…which I imagine they do – Ed)
Over the course of the ten 20-minute games (although some of the players could only last five minutes at most), one thing became crystal clear: as well as being exceptionally gifted in numerous previous football competitions, IAS would also prove to be dab hands at netball too, with the Slamdunkers (captained elegantly by L&D’s Julia Yates) proving unbeatable with their brand of fast, direct netball coupled with clinical finishing from Matt Coppin, while second-placed The Hoops (captained noisily by Andy Wright) proved that their pass-and-move, trip-hop style, coupled with sexy finishing from Dan Sullivan and Steve Appleton, was pleasing on the eye but ultimately not quite good enough to take gold. Sweet FA – captained by the awesome Damiana Adesida – put in a strong performance winning one of their games 13-0, and were gutted to miss out on the medals. Income & Tax Sensations turned out to be not so sensational, managing a draw with the BNYMellon Girls.
So in the end, as all sports fans know, the league table doesn’t lie. In other words, the best team won:
While we should remember that winning isn’t everything (yeah right!) it was certainly an enjoyable day, and our thanks go to the committee for organising the event.
The winning, Slam-dunking team comprised Julia Yates (c), Martin George, Matt Coppin, Darius Jalali, Nick Bowen, Dan Crank and Rachel Lewis.
Meanwhile the referees on the day, best described here (for fear of reprisal) as ‘authoritative and firm’, were Katy Whiteley and Sarah Taylor.
So anyway, to return to the question about the girls’ team – how would the experts perform? Well, in the day’s opening game, they were embarrassingly outthought and outplayed, in a 14-4 thrashing at the hands of the Hoops, and it was a similar story from thereon in.
Finishing joint-bottom, with one whole point from four games; the girls early nervousness of the towering men was proved well-founded.
Another Tournament is planned for October – get your team training now!
By the Sports & Social Committee.
Badminton
The Badminton Tournament was held on the 12th of May 2009, between six and nine pm at the Sugden Sports Hall, Manchester. 34 competitors took part in the event, which was organised by Imran Khawaja (Valuations) and Rhian Jenkins (ASG)
The aim of this, the very first BNYM Badminton Tournament, was to get all badminton lovers together and play their beloved sport and, most importantly, to have some fun.
The response was fantastic, with a total of 17 teams taking part. All teams were split into four groups, with the top two teams from each group going through to the quarter finals, then the semis and last, but most definitely not least, the final.
The final was contested by teams two (David Prout & David Kendall) and 13 (David Cartmell & Martin Sykes-Jones). In a one sided affair, team 13 triumphed by wining 21-5. Congratulations to both teams for making it through to the finals and entertaining us all in the process.
Also, congratulations to each and every one of the participants who made this event a huge success.
Squash
Tom Jacobs was the surprise package as he defied his wild card status to reach the final of the second 2009 Grand Slam Squash tournament. His wristy style of play had opponents dazed and confused as he dominated proceedings in Group 1. Speaking on his run to the final Tom said:
“I knew how tough it would be coming up against so many quality players for the first time, but I’ve spent recent weeks developing core strength in my wrist, luckily today that work has paid off’
Elsewhere in Group 2 matters had to be decided on points difference, with Eamonn Wihayib finding himself in alien territory, reaching the quarter finals for the first time whilst there was heartbreak for Darren Mageean who missed out by just a handful of points. Richard Marsden was still kicking himself for failing to qualify for the knock out stages in February, but showed a return to form in powering his way through to the semi finals. Bookies favourite Martin Sykes-Jones was in ominous form pulling out some outrageous shots to set up a final against Jacobs. Martin held his nerve to take the title for the first time, banishing the bitter memories of losing the in final last year to Greg Vickers.
If you have any interest in joining the ladder or wish to play in future tournaments, please email Manchester Charity Sports Social.
Comic Strip
The Adventures of Mellon Man
Thanks to the anonymous ‘Silky’ for his/her artwork. Nothing quite like a little bit of colour to brighten up the Mancunian summer – Ed
News and Upcoming Events
Paintball Challenge
The Manchester community partnership has recently announced the 2009 BNYM paintball challenge, which will take place in Bury sometime between June 27th and July 12th. Although it’s too late to enter a team, you competing colleagues would no doubt appreciate being in a positive frame of mind for the event, which pits teams of fifteen BNYM employees against each other in a fight to certain agony, so be sure to sure to give them an encouraging pat on the back before they return covered in well-earned bruises and have sworn off all physical contact until next years competition.
They are the brave among us, and bring a whole new meaning to the front line of finance.
Awards
Talking of being on the frontline, BNYM has just been voted number one in the respectability stakes, beating other well-established brands such as State Street for the top spot.
This accolade has come during an excellent period for our company, and was further bolstered by the chart-topping results recorded at the recent International Custody & Fund Administration Global Awards 2009. Our continued outperformance of competitors through these dark times has been recognised in the form of seven awards; the most of any company.
Perhaps the most relevant of these honours to us at Manchester was the Custodian of the Year award, won by BNYM Asset Servicing.
You can check out the full list here:
http://news.prnewswire.com/ViewContent.aspx?ACCT=109&STORY=/www/story/05-13-2009/0005025007&EDATE=
Charity Golf
If you’re interested in winning an award for yourself, and doing a good turn in the process, why not take part in the Manchester Golf charity event (apologies to those of you who are not golf fans for the saturation coverage offered to the sport this month, but despite popular misconception those golfers don’t seem to allow themselves a moment’s rest).
Manchester Golf is holding a charity golf event at Playgolf Manchester to help Pam Bald raise money for her forthcoming visit to Kenya Children's Home & The Balcraig Foundation (see article). The Balcraig Foundation seeks to identify the most deserving underprivileged child projects and thereafter supports and guides these children to obtain a safe and healthy living environment, a good education and ultimately successful independent living conditions.
The event will take place on Monday 1st June at 7:00 pm at Playgolf Driving Range Manchester (Opposite The Trafford Centre)
The event will be run by a PGA Professional and structured to take all abilities into account so all are invited, so even if you’re a non-golfer, fancy bringing you’re family, friends or children along for the ride you are more than welcome. Your support of this worthy cause would be hugely appreciated.
Thanks to the endless generosity of humanity, a collection of Small prizes is accumulating - A free one hour lesson worth £50 is already up for grabs with the pro at Playgolf. As well as this, any unwanted golf attire for donations are most welcome!
It will cost £10 (£5 for Children) and for this you get entry to long drive contests, closest to the pin contests and a round on the Championship Mini Golf. Should you wish to make a donation but cant attend please visit the website at http://www.justgiving.com/pamelabald
If you would like to attend the event please e-mail Manchester Golf at: manchestergolf@bankofny.com to register your interest, or phone Jon Goddard on x3139 with any questions you might have regarding the event itself.
Questions such as: how can I drive the ball 500 yards, should be directed to Mikey Knight on the first floor Corporate Actions team. How to look good while doing it, however, is a question for his teammate Andrew, and for questions on just about anything else; life, love, and career moves, for example, speak to their soon-to-be-former senior analyst John Oldham who had just attained a post in Client Services and will be leaving the boys to cope without his wisdom.
Congratulations, John, and thanks from all in UKNL corporate actions for your tireless hard work, model attitude (and good looks), and friendship.
An Evening of Indulgence
Rumour has it that efforts were made, sweat was spilled, and a large sum of cash was offered in an attempt to arrange a raffle offering an evening of indulgence with Client Service’s newest member as the prize, but to no avail.
Apparently the FA cup final, due to be played the day after the proposed date, was more important to John; an Evertonian so devout that he planned to spend the entire evening of the 29th covering himself from head to toe in toffee, which seems to me a waste, because I couldn’t think of anything more indulgent than a night with a toffee-coated BNYM employee…
Until now…
Ladies and gentlemen, toffee-coated or otherwise, I present to you an evening of indulgence, courtesy of the Manchester Charity and Social Committee!
They cordially invite you to a decadent soiree that promises make up, massage, treats, exercise, jewellery, wining & dining, skin & hair products and advice, gifts, and…a raffle, though not for said Evertonian.
The evening of indulgence will take place at the City Inn, Auburn Street, Manchester (two streets from OPG), on Friday 29th of May 7pm-9.30pm
Tickets cost £5, this includes a free glass of wine or soft drink on arrival. Tickets are available to all employees and family & friends, so don’t be afraid to bring them along!
Your ticket also opens up an offer in the City Inn's Restaurant - 2 courses for £9.95 or 3 courses for £14.95
The event will be a mix of small local businesses and well known brands promoting fantastic exclusive deals, promotions and samples, there will also be free mini treatments and consultations.
Each business and brand is donating gifts which shall be available to win on the evening by raffle or silent auction.
This includes a night for two at a City Inn Hotel... (www.cityinn.com)
Tickets are available to purchase from Thursday 30th April from
OPG 6th Floor - Vicki Wiles
5th Floor - Sarah Taylor & Tracy Tracey
2nd Floor - Michael Jones
1st Floor - Rosemary Chan & Michael Fletcher
3HS - Kirsty Folan, Tom Jacobs, Laura Henderson, Donna Paddick
Notice board
Manchester 10K
Tim Atherton is participating in the 10K Great Manchester Run on Sunday 17th May 009 and your help is needed to raise money for The Bank of New York Mellon Fund which helps provide funding for a range of projects from across Greater Manchester.
If you would like to support Tim’s efforts, please stop by his desk to add your name to the sponsorship form, or send him an email with your address and how much you’re prepared to donate
David Qunti is also taking part in the Manchester 10k; running for Macmillan Cancer Research, and would greatly appreciate your support.
David hopes to raise a large amount of money and has drawn up a sponsor form if you would like to make donation, as well as setting up a webpage through which you can contribute:
http://www.runningsponsorme.org/davidquinti
Global Giving
For the Global Just giving campaign the trade processing department raised £103.90
An Easter Chick piñata was donated and each of the 92 people in the Trade Processing area donated at least one Easter egg (cream egg, packet of mini eggs etc.) this fill the Easter Chick. Raffle tickets were then sold and the winner got all the goodies instead the Chick.
Another money raising event was naming the Easter Chick, of course beginning with the letter 'E' to tie in with the Easter theme. A name was drawn at random for the Easter Chick and the first prize was £10 and 2nd and 3rd a bottle of wine.
Quiz and Race Night
This month saw Quiz and Race nights organised for charity. Thanks to all those who attended and supported a good cause, and a special thanks to Katey Neate, Emma Parry, and Dave MacKinney for organising these events
Pick up THE HARE newspaper at Night and Day, Bar Centro, Font or Tiger Lounge in Manchester town centre, or the Oakwood in Glossop.
E-mail theharenewspaper@hotmail.co.uk with questions, comments or contributory pieces.
Additionally - and this is the real reason for this post, not to demonstrate the virility of my penis and associated reproductive gear - I was clearing up my desktop, when I found the below piece of work: the never published May 2009 issue of One Manchester.
One Manchester was an internal circular at BNYM. It was intended to keep the proletarian workforce up-to-date with the Global happenings, to bore them to death and to inspire no hint of revolt whatsoever.
Anyways, one month, bored as I was and all, I decided to apply for the editor's role - I got it. I think the top-brass were just excited I had finally woken up and would've given me a yellow jacket if I'd showed an ounce of interest.
So I set about fixing up the May issue: you can read it below.
To be honest, of all the licentious things I wrote about BNYM, this was one of the tamest, and yet it prompted an internal audit, my being questioned over dissention, and One Manchester ultimately being cancelled.
I actually think the latter was on the cards for a while - they filtered it into a glossy, globally comprehensive publication that was equally lacking in soul.
But here it is, in all its glory: the last, lost copy of BNYM One Manchester.
And tomorrow I'll show you the cartoon...that really pissed them off.
R. Jay Nudds x
One Manchester
Editor’s Note
Welcome one and all to the May edition of One Manchester. The past month has been an extremely progressive one for the Bank of New York Mellon, and has seen the receipt of multiple awards for excellence, the emergence of a new, more cohesive brand in Europe and, on a local scale, the hard work and dedication of many Manchester staff in the name of charitable and community-conscious causes.
As well as having a slightly mid-European feel due to the presence of a cartoon in the Ligne claire style, and an abundance of shorts (see the BNYM Sports section), this issue will focus heavily on the activities of Manchester employees with a view to further encouraging an active role in the world around us. As a market-leading brand, we have the power, on an individual level, to make a real difference to the people around us, and inspire others to aim for a position in which they could do the same: our actions may not change the world, but by exercising a sense of responsibility to community development, and making themselves willingly accountable for issues when it is not demanded of them, those who have made an effort this month are rightfully appreciated in this edition.
In short; anyone who is willing to throw themselves out of a plane for charity, gets my respect instantly!
Accountability and responsibility play a part in all of our lives on a daily basis. Working as we do, in a high risk environment experiencing turbulent times, it is more important than ever to scrutinise our individual roles, but it is refreshing to see that so many of BNYM’s employees find the time and, even more remarkably, the energy to carry these principles into their private lives.
But back to work! What changes have come over the bank this month that are worthy of note?
Firstly, OPG was experiencing great changes. The complete restack of the building has seen departments switch floors, modify procedures and personal responsibilities, and finally have a point of comparison between drinks machines. As a side note, it is worth pointing out that the sixth floor has by far the best of the bunch. Not only does it have a wider choice, it actually refers to a mocha as a mocha; not the dubiously named, and suspiciously unpalatable espressochoc.
Maybe its just the name that makes the difference; even on such a trivial level the notion of solid branding conjuring up either positive or negative preconceptions exists. And so, across the Channel, some impacting changes have been implanted to solidify our brand in Europe, and provide BNYM with a new continental flagship: The Bank of New York Mellon SA/NV, in Belgium. The new faction will be the leading European entity for the asset servicing business.
Europe, as well as the Middle East and Asia (EMEA), is a particularly integral area of strategic growth: Manchester itself is one of the most up-and-coming branches worldwide, and has experienced such success in spite of the economic crisis, that a second branch on Hardman Street was opened. The Opening of this regional hub in Belgium establishes a solid European base, which will increase our legislative leverage in Europe.
But the Belgian theme doesn’t stop there! Short of Tintin dropping by to check that Papa Smurf’s portfolio is being serviced correctly, we have had just about as much contact with our Belgian counterparts as possible. The Brussels Corporate Action team are currently operating from OPG, and can be found in an authentically Gallic corner of the first floor. According to Wikpedia.org (soon to be renamed WikiNudds in honour of it being the source of my reputedly unreliable general knowledge) Brussels means ‘A home in the marsh’. If that’s the case, Manchester in May, especially Piccadilly Gardens – bless its sodden soil – should seem like a home from home.
Brussels now has six representatives in Corporate Actions, two in Trade Capture, and with two more coming next month for Settlements the international contingent is growing, and long may it continue. Our diversity as an organisation is one of our great strengths, and the ability to relate to clients has earned our company no less than seven awards at this months.
Rob Nudds – Editor
Contents
Greater Manchester Police Announce Business Watch Coordinator of the Year
Keeping Things in Perspective
• To Nairobi and Back Again for the Balcraig Foundation
Good Bankers Doing Good Things: BNYM in the community
• Abraham Moss
BNYM Sports
• Manchester Golf: The Easter challenge
• Twilight Golf
• The Running Club
• Netball: A Question of Sport
• Badminton
• Squash
Comic Strip
• The Adventures of Mellon Man
News and Upcoming Events
• Paintball Challenge
• Awards
• Charity Golf
Notice board
• The Manchester 10k
• The Global Giving Campaign
• Quiz Night and Race Night
Greater Manchester Police Announce Business Watch Coordinator of the Year
Greater Manchester Police has named the recipient of its prestigious Business Watch Coordinator of the Year Award.
The award, named in memory of Business Watch founder Bill Lowe, recognises the efforts of an individual who has shown a keen enthusiasm for crime prevention and awareness.
Northern Region Manager for Corporate Security for The Bank of New York Mellon, Mike Owens, beat off tough competition from around hundreds of Business Watch Coordinator’s registered with GMP to clinch the title.
As well as looking after the Company’s interests in Manchester, Mike is also involved in supporting twelve other offices in the UK and Ireland. He is also involved in the Manchester City Council Business Continuity Forum and also plays an active part in the Piccadilly Partnership Action Group.
Mike Owens has liaised with the police throughout the year to ensure that not only his own business, but others in the city centre continue to be a safer place for both staff and guests.
Greater Manchester Police Crime Reduction Advisor, PC Stuart Pizzey, said: “This year’s winner typifies what a Watch Scheme Coordinator should be. In the short time since Mike began working in Manchester he has been extremely supportive and active, this title is a well-deserved reward for his efforts. He is enthusiastic, positive and provides wonderful support to the police”.
Mike Owens was presented with his award by Chief Constable Peter Fahy at the Security 2009 Event: Rise to the Challenge, which was held at New Century Hall, New Century House, Manchester City Centre, on Tuesday 31 March 2009. Mike was also presented with a Divisional Commander’s Commendation for his commitment to working with the Force.
A Divisional Commander’s Commendation is given to outstanding members of police staff, and on some occasions, members of the public, who have demonstrated real commitment to the Force’s priority of ‘fighting crime and protecting people’ across Greater Manchester. Mike Owens received the commendation from Chief Superintendent Gerry Donnellan, GMP’s Divisional Commander for North Manchester.
Keeping Things in Perspective
No doubt you will have heard of Pam Bald’s recent efforts to raise money for the Balcraig Foundation. The extent of Pam’s fundraising ability, and the endless mine of inspiration for the events she organises is truly inspirational. It is a great reminder in a time of recession, what with the news filling our minds with portents of a grim future that we are, whatever the papers say, in an extremely fortunate position. It really puts into the perspective our fear of having less when so many people have nothing at all of what we take for granted. I hope you will support Pam in her mission to help those less fortunate, and thank her if you can, for all her hard work. – Ed
To Nairobi and Back Again for the Balcraig Foundation
On 22 May I am off to Nairobi to spend a week at the Kenya Children's Home helping in the orphanage and working with the 'House Mums'.
Balcraig Foundation was founded in 1992 by Ann Gloag. The mission of the Foundation is to assist in the relief of human suffering and deprivation, to provide a place of safety for orphaned and destitute children, and to improve access to education through adequate building facilities, textbooks and improved hygiene facilities.
The first project to be developed in Nairobi was KCH. It is from within this development that the new community and income generation projects are now being developed and managed. It is essential to the ethos of Balcraig Foundation that these projects are run from Kenya, by Kenyans for Kenyans.
Balcraig Foundation seeks to identify the most deserving underprivileged child projects, and thereafter supports and guides these children to obtain a safe and healthy living environment, a good education and ultimately successful independent living conditions.
Kenya Children’s Home (previously known as Thomas Barnardo House) KCH was founded in 1961 by Dr Barnardo Homes in the UK. In 1971, it was taken over by Kenya Christian Homes and is now run as Kenya Children’s Home by The Balcraig Foundation. It is an independent home for orphans, abandoned and destitute children, and over the years 6,000 children have been cared for from birth to adulthood. At present there are 175 children, the majority of whom are in full-time education. A quarter of the home’s expenditure is spent on education and training.
Since Balcraig Foundation took full responsibility for the home in 2002, dormitory accommodation has been replaced by 9 family units, with each house providing shelter for up to 12-16 children. These children are cared for by a dedicated house mother and an auntie in each unit. The children are of mixed ages and sexes, with all siblings living together, re-creating a more family-oriented environment. In 2007 the Nursery was renovated to the highest standards and currently houses 37 abandoned babies under the age of 2.
In particular I am keen to raise funds for TOPS sports equipment which will help the children develop many skills such coordination, balance and team work. My Goddaughter, Erin and her boyfriend are going to Kenya later this year and will teach the 'House Mums' how to facilitate classes using the equipment.
I would also like to raise funds for Kelvin Loaf which is a KCH income generating project originally supported by Kelvinside Academy in Glasgow. Many people living in Kibera cannot afford a whole loaf priced at 20p, and bargain with vendors for half a loaf. The Kelvin Loaf is a half sized loaf which is priced at 10p and provides affordable bread for the poorest people in Nairobi.
2000 Kelvin loaves are baked every day which are not only sold to those who can afford them, but are also used to feed the children at KCH and are distributed to other orphanages or destitute people in the city. I hope to actually be part of the distribution team that takes the loaves out to the orphanages.
Four of my brave colleagues, Dan Lander, Matt Wells, Jon Goddard and David Maxwell are skydiving to raise funds for the charity on 25th April.
By Pam Bald
An Update…
Since the above article was written, Pam has been very busy. Below is an update of her progress – Ed
I thought you might like to know how my fund-raising is going.
Thanks to your help, I've raised £1,390.00 + £275 (Gift Aid) on-line for Balcraig Foundation so far.
You too can donate via http://www.justgiving.com/pamelabald.
Here is a little more information on how the Justgiving website works:
Justgiving sends your donation straight to Balcraig Foundation and automatically reclaims Gift Aid if you're a UK taxpayer, so your donation is worth even more. I hope you'll join me in supporting Balcraig Foundation.
We had a fabulous day on Saturday at the Sky Diving. Dan Lander, Jon Goddard, Matt Wells and David Maxwell successfully completed skydives. All were a bit apprehensive as the day went on as we had to wait around most of the day for the wind to subside. However, the adrenaline soon kicked in when their turn came and the thrill of the drop made it all worthwhile. They are now hooked and planning solo dives soon!
Many thanks for your donations,
Pam
Should you wish to make a donation, please visit my just giving website at http://www.justgiving.com/pamelabald
Link to the Kenya Children’s Home http://www.kenyachildrenshome.org.uk/
Good Bankers Doing Good Things: BNYM in the community
Abraham Moss
For me and my esteemed colleague Simon “The Baron” Clark, deciding to prise ourselves away from the cut and thrust world of Corporate Actions in favour of a few half days coaching football was possibly the hardest decision of our professional careers to date.
Abraham Moss Warriors FC is a Cheetham Hill based football club that runs a number of teams for both boys and girls up to the ages of 15.
For most of the time, either myself and Harrison Midda, or Andy Wright and Michael Jones, took charge of coaching the 5- 8 year olds. Trying to intertwine the football with playground style games was at times challenging, owing to some of the kids only wanting to play matches and nothing else. This was solved with numerous white lies along the lines of: “You know, Cristiano Ronaldo..? Well, he loves a game of ‘Bulldog’!”
Through a bit of trial and error, it is safe to say that 5-8 year olds got the right mix between press ups, long distance running, and penalty shoot outs.
Simon, along with Callum Livingstone and Adam Thorp was given the daunting prospect of keeping nineteen 10 year olds under control whilst teaching them some new football skills at the same time. The group soon adjusted to Clarky and Callum’s good cop/bad cop approach and a lot of fun was had by all.
Nick Bowen drew on his worldwide coaching experiences in the USA, and ably put the under 15s through their paces. Perhaps they were just tired when they lost a match 9-1 on the evening following a session, eh?
Danny Topping, Daniel Butt, Edelle Brown, Dave Sinclair, Andy Chan, Gareth Ivett, James Prunty, and Rick Marsden all deserve a mention for their efforts with various groups.
On the final day all the volunteers helped organise a tournament for most of the age groups mixed together. This was fiercely contested, with a team who modestly dubbed themselves “The Famous Four”, taking top honours. As with a lot of youth sport, the mantra of “It’s not the winning it’s the taking part” was rewarded, as most of the participants received a medal and an Easter egg. (As you do! – Ed)
Special thanks to June Kelly at Abraham Moss Warriors for giving us the opportunity to come down and help. For those interested there will probably be further chances to volunteer at the club later this year. Look out for those emails!
“A gamble yes, to swap our usual liquidations for some liquid football. But it was a decision that clearly paid dividends.”
By Oliver Cosgrove-Fearn
BNYM Sports
Manchester Golf
The Easter Challenge
April saw the Manchester Golf Society come together for the 2009 Good Friday season opener at Heaton Moor Golf Club in Stockport. Against the backdrop of splendid surroundings and unbeatable hospitality, but an uncertain weather forecast, we convened at 08:00 for coffee and bacon balms – as the Committee members thrashed out the final details and handed out BYNM merchandise.
Tee-off was at 09:00 with Jim Caulkett and Chris Entwistle leading the way – whether Chris’ drive really did lead the way is up for debate. Format for the morning round was Stroke play which, for the non-golfing aficionados, refers simply to a total of every shot taken (gross) minus respective handicaps (net). 9 holes later, and the weather still holding out, the crowd was back in the clubhouse for a buffet lunch of chips, onion rings, spring rolls and a pre-afternoon pint for the more audacious.
Ready and raring to go, the Society got the green light to tee-off ahead of 13:00 as the main event got underway – the Stableford 18 hole Easter Challenge. The morning 9 holes had proved a much welcomed warm-up, especially for those whose shenanigans the night before looked to have taken them out of contention – but it wasn’t long before we all had to contend with something even the Committee couldn’t control as the heavens opened at exactly the mid-point. The ensuing downpour played such havoc that Gareth Wilkinson’s ‘shot-put’ drive would have won longest drive were it not for his modesty that surely someone would have out driven him, and so wasn’t marked – as it happened, no one else managed to make the fairway.
With a lingering drizzle still in the air and the field starting to come home in drips and drabs, the clubhouse offered a respite as the Committee received the final batch of scorecards and a clear winner was emerging. With an impressive 37 points, Jonathan Lane secured his first win, followed by newcomer Tom Mantel in second position. The morning 9 hole competition was bagged by Tom Houghton with an inspiring 3 over par gross score of 38. Jim Caulkett won the par 3s and Gareth Wilkinson made up for his earlier gash by winning closest the pin. Runner up to the morning’s event was outsider (literally) Wassiv Shabbir, who also picked Jonathan Lane in the sweepstake pocketing him a crisp £20 note.
2009 also sees the Golf Society’s first ‘Player of the Year’ competition which all participants are entered into. To allow everyone a sporting chance the Committee is introducing an eclectic which is based on individuals’ best 2 events from the 2009 Society programme.
Player of the Year eclectic standings:
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Please join us in congratulating Jonathan on his success, and we look forward to welcoming the Society and any new members, regardless of background or ability, to our next golf day at Romiley Golf Club on 29th May for the annual Masters Championship, and a place on the BNYM golf trophy – please send any queries to manchestergolf@bnymellon.com and look out for future notifications on ‘Twilight golf’ which is a new concept in the pipeline for those long Summer evenings.
By Chris Entwistle
Twilight Golf
Join the Manchester Office Golf Society on the evening of Friday 29 May from 17:30 at Withinghton Golf Club for after work Twilight Golf.
Cost is £16 per player and there will be a limited number of car parking spaces available for those willing to car share.
An informal presentation in the clubhouse will take place as the evening draws to a close.
This will be a relaxed event attended by players with a wide range of playing experience and ability.
Twilight Golf is open to all employees across our offices in Manchester and anyone with a golfing background, however little, is very welcome to join in the fun.
To register your interested, please send an email to manchestergolf@bnymellon.
The Running Club
The Running Club is a new social and sports addition to the banks sporting activities. Initially set up to help bank employees train for the Great Manchester 10km run the club has also attracted employees who are looking to increase or maintain fitness. The club are in their 12th Week and meet every Tuesday approximately 6pm for a run around the streets of Manchester or occasionally onto the canals.
The club is organised by Sarah Taylor and members hail from all parts of the bank, both OPG and 3HS included. Some of the current members include;
Stephanie O Connor, Lee Powell, Simon Clarke, Kimberley Street, Andrew Wright, Andrew Chan, Martin George, Catherine Leung, Kirsty Folan, Ryan Carver, Marcus Myers, David Lee and Hazel Everard.
The club have created a good bond and support for each other when out running and many have vowed to continue running even after the 10km season. If you are interested in joining the club please email Sarah R Taylor. We are looking to set up 3 groups, to cover 10km weekly, 7km and a third group who are building fitness and distance.
Good luck to all of you who are completing the Edinburgh or Manchester 10km this year!
By Sarah Taylor
Netball
A Question of Sport
Who would you expect to come out on top if the Bank’s finest girls’ netball team was pitted against four randomly and hastily put-together teams of mixed boys and girls, many of whom had never spoken to each other before, let alone played sport together?
That was the question on everyone’s lips as the five teams lined up for the Bank’s first Netball Tournament at the Velodrome on Saturday, 18 April, organised by Sarah Taylor of the Sports and Social Committee. The four mixed teams had chosen their men carefully; either very tall, or small and speedy – the BNYMellon Girls Team were nervous.
The build-up to the tournament had seen the girls kindly offering to train the mixed teams in the basics of netball: footwork, jumping, landing, passing and shooting, and even the offside rule (as well as diligently warming up and planning their tactics). Meanwhile the boys’ warm up consisted of comparing basketball tricks, doing keepy-uppies, and inventing cover stories so they could avoid telling their friends and families that they were actually playing netball.
A good example of this was Nick Bowen telling his mates he was playing in a five aside tournament…
(Well, Nick…they know the truth now! Assuming of course that all of Nick’s friends read One Manchester…which I imagine they do – Ed)
Over the course of the ten 20-minute games (although some of the players could only last five minutes at most), one thing became crystal clear: as well as being exceptionally gifted in numerous previous football competitions, IAS would also prove to be dab hands at netball too, with the Slamdunkers (captained elegantly by L&D’s Julia Yates) proving unbeatable with their brand of fast, direct netball coupled with clinical finishing from Matt Coppin, while second-placed The Hoops (captained noisily by Andy Wright) proved that their pass-and-move, trip-hop style, coupled with sexy finishing from Dan Sullivan and Steve Appleton, was pleasing on the eye but ultimately not quite good enough to take gold. Sweet FA – captained by the awesome Damiana Adesida – put in a strong performance winning one of their games 13-0, and were gutted to miss out on the medals. Income & Tax Sensations turned out to be not so sensational, managing a draw with the BNYMellon Girls.
So in the end, as all sports fans know, the league table doesn’t lie. In other words, the best team won:
While we should remember that winning isn’t everything (yeah right!) it was certainly an enjoyable day, and our thanks go to the committee for organising the event.
The winning, Slam-dunking team comprised Julia Yates (c), Martin George, Matt Coppin, Darius Jalali, Nick Bowen, Dan Crank and Rachel Lewis.
Meanwhile the referees on the day, best described here (for fear of reprisal) as ‘authoritative and firm’, were Katy Whiteley and Sarah Taylor.
So anyway, to return to the question about the girls’ team – how would the experts perform? Well, in the day’s opening game, they were embarrassingly outthought and outplayed, in a 14-4 thrashing at the hands of the Hoops, and it was a similar story from thereon in.
Finishing joint-bottom, with one whole point from four games; the girls early nervousness of the towering men was proved well-founded.
Another Tournament is planned for October – get your team training now!
By the Sports & Social Committee.
Badminton
The Badminton Tournament was held on the 12th of May 2009, between six and nine pm at the Sugden Sports Hall, Manchester. 34 competitors took part in the event, which was organised by Imran Khawaja (Valuations) and Rhian Jenkins (ASG)
The aim of this, the very first BNYM Badminton Tournament, was to get all badminton lovers together and play their beloved sport and, most importantly, to have some fun.
The response was fantastic, with a total of 17 teams taking part. All teams were split into four groups, with the top two teams from each group going through to the quarter finals, then the semis and last, but most definitely not least, the final.
The final was contested by teams two (David Prout & David Kendall) and 13 (David Cartmell & Martin Sykes-Jones). In a one sided affair, team 13 triumphed by wining 21-5. Congratulations to both teams for making it through to the finals and entertaining us all in the process.
Also, congratulations to each and every one of the participants who made this event a huge success.
Squash
Tom Jacobs was the surprise package as he defied his wild card status to reach the final of the second 2009 Grand Slam Squash tournament. His wristy style of play had opponents dazed and confused as he dominated proceedings in Group 1. Speaking on his run to the final Tom said:
“I knew how tough it would be coming up against so many quality players for the first time, but I’ve spent recent weeks developing core strength in my wrist, luckily today that work has paid off’
Elsewhere in Group 2 matters had to be decided on points difference, with Eamonn Wihayib finding himself in alien territory, reaching the quarter finals for the first time whilst there was heartbreak for Darren Mageean who missed out by just a handful of points. Richard Marsden was still kicking himself for failing to qualify for the knock out stages in February, but showed a return to form in powering his way through to the semi finals. Bookies favourite Martin Sykes-Jones was in ominous form pulling out some outrageous shots to set up a final against Jacobs. Martin held his nerve to take the title for the first time, banishing the bitter memories of losing the in final last year to Greg Vickers.
If you have any interest in joining the ladder or wish to play in future tournaments, please email Manchester Charity Sports Social.
Comic Strip
The Adventures of Mellon Man
Thanks to the anonymous ‘Silky’ for his/her artwork. Nothing quite like a little bit of colour to brighten up the Mancunian summer – Ed
News and Upcoming Events
Paintball Challenge
The Manchester community partnership has recently announced the 2009 BNYM paintball challenge, which will take place in Bury sometime between June 27th and July 12th. Although it’s too late to enter a team, you competing colleagues would no doubt appreciate being in a positive frame of mind for the event, which pits teams of fifteen BNYM employees against each other in a fight to certain agony, so be sure to sure to give them an encouraging pat on the back before they return covered in well-earned bruises and have sworn off all physical contact until next years competition.
They are the brave among us, and bring a whole new meaning to the front line of finance.
Awards
Talking of being on the frontline, BNYM has just been voted number one in the respectability stakes, beating other well-established brands such as State Street for the top spot.
This accolade has come during an excellent period for our company, and was further bolstered by the chart-topping results recorded at the recent International Custody & Fund Administration Global Awards 2009. Our continued outperformance of competitors through these dark times has been recognised in the form of seven awards; the most of any company.
Perhaps the most relevant of these honours to us at Manchester was the Custodian of the Year award, won by BNYM Asset Servicing.
You can check out the full list here:
http://news.prnewswire.com/ViewContent.aspx?ACCT=109&STORY=/www/story/05-13-2009/0005025007&EDATE=
Charity Golf
If you’re interested in winning an award for yourself, and doing a good turn in the process, why not take part in the Manchester Golf charity event (apologies to those of you who are not golf fans for the saturation coverage offered to the sport this month, but despite popular misconception those golfers don’t seem to allow themselves a moment’s rest).
Manchester Golf is holding a charity golf event at Playgolf Manchester to help Pam Bald raise money for her forthcoming visit to Kenya Children's Home & The Balcraig Foundation (see article). The Balcraig Foundation seeks to identify the most deserving underprivileged child projects and thereafter supports and guides these children to obtain a safe and healthy living environment, a good education and ultimately successful independent living conditions.
The event will take place on Monday 1st June at 7:00 pm at Playgolf Driving Range Manchester (Opposite The Trafford Centre)
The event will be run by a PGA Professional and structured to take all abilities into account so all are invited, so even if you’re a non-golfer, fancy bringing you’re family, friends or children along for the ride you are more than welcome. Your support of this worthy cause would be hugely appreciated.
Thanks to the endless generosity of humanity, a collection of Small prizes is accumulating - A free one hour lesson worth £50 is already up for grabs with the pro at Playgolf. As well as this, any unwanted golf attire for donations are most welcome!
It will cost £10 (£5 for Children) and for this you get entry to long drive contests, closest to the pin contests and a round on the Championship Mini Golf. Should you wish to make a donation but cant attend please visit the website at http://www.justgiving.com/pamelabald
If you would like to attend the event please e-mail Manchester Golf at: manchestergolf@bankofny.com to register your interest, or phone Jon Goddard on x3139 with any questions you might have regarding the event itself.
Questions such as: how can I drive the ball 500 yards, should be directed to Mikey Knight on the first floor Corporate Actions team. How to look good while doing it, however, is a question for his teammate Andrew, and for questions on just about anything else; life, love, and career moves, for example, speak to their soon-to-be-former senior analyst John Oldham who had just attained a post in Client Services and will be leaving the boys to cope without his wisdom.
Congratulations, John, and thanks from all in UKNL corporate actions for your tireless hard work, model attitude (and good looks), and friendship.
An Evening of Indulgence
Rumour has it that efforts were made, sweat was spilled, and a large sum of cash was offered in an attempt to arrange a raffle offering an evening of indulgence with Client Service’s newest member as the prize, but to no avail.
Apparently the FA cup final, due to be played the day after the proposed date, was more important to John; an Evertonian so devout that he planned to spend the entire evening of the 29th covering himself from head to toe in toffee, which seems to me a waste, because I couldn’t think of anything more indulgent than a night with a toffee-coated BNYM employee…
Until now…
Ladies and gentlemen, toffee-coated or otherwise, I present to you an evening of indulgence, courtesy of the Manchester Charity and Social Committee!
They cordially invite you to a decadent soiree that promises make up, massage, treats, exercise, jewellery, wining & dining, skin & hair products and advice, gifts, and…a raffle, though not for said Evertonian.
The evening of indulgence will take place at the City Inn, Auburn Street, Manchester (two streets from OPG), on Friday 29th of May 7pm-9.30pm
Tickets cost £5, this includes a free glass of wine or soft drink on arrival. Tickets are available to all employees and family & friends, so don’t be afraid to bring them along!
Your ticket also opens up an offer in the City Inn's Restaurant - 2 courses for £9.95 or 3 courses for £14.95
The event will be a mix of small local businesses and well known brands promoting fantastic exclusive deals, promotions and samples, there will also be free mini treatments and consultations.
Each business and brand is donating gifts which shall be available to win on the evening by raffle or silent auction.
This includes a night for two at a City Inn Hotel... (www.cityinn.com)
Tickets are available to purchase from Thursday 30th April from
OPG 6th Floor - Vicki Wiles
5th Floor - Sarah Taylor & Tracy Tracey
2nd Floor - Michael Jones
1st Floor - Rosemary Chan & Michael Fletcher
3HS - Kirsty Folan, Tom Jacobs, Laura Henderson, Donna Paddick
Notice board
Manchester 10K
Tim Atherton is participating in the 10K Great Manchester Run on Sunday 17th May 009 and your help is needed to raise money for The Bank of New York Mellon Fund which helps provide funding for a range of projects from across Greater Manchester.
If you would like to support Tim’s efforts, please stop by his desk to add your name to the sponsorship form, or send him an email with your address and how much you’re prepared to donate
David Qunti is also taking part in the Manchester 10k; running for Macmillan Cancer Research, and would greatly appreciate your support.
David hopes to raise a large amount of money and has drawn up a sponsor form if you would like to make donation, as well as setting up a webpage through which you can contribute:
http://www.runningsponsorme.org/davidquinti
Global Giving
For the Global Just giving campaign the trade processing department raised £103.90
An Easter Chick piñata was donated and each of the 92 people in the Trade Processing area donated at least one Easter egg (cream egg, packet of mini eggs etc.) this fill the Easter Chick. Raffle tickets were then sold and the winner got all the goodies instead the Chick.
Another money raising event was naming the Easter Chick, of course beginning with the letter 'E' to tie in with the Easter theme. A name was drawn at random for the Easter Chick and the first prize was £10 and 2nd and 3rd a bottle of wine.
Quiz and Race Night
This month saw Quiz and Race nights organised for charity. Thanks to all those who attended and supported a good cause, and a special thanks to Katey Neate, Emma Parry, and Dave MacKinney for organising these events
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Tuesday, 5 April 2011
Our Great Pal...
Now, I'm no communist, but I am a fan of style for all.
And despite being remembered best for wearing a lopsided beret and a scraggly beard - the mark of his social alienation and the life he chose to lead in the name of freedom - Che Guevara was, in his youth, one stylish sonnuvabitch.
Che - real name Ernesto - has become an icon for the left wing militia and all those annoying, do-nothing student politicians, who think that wearing converse trainers make them look like a freedom fighter. His real life was more fascinating than the pretentious legend that has sprung from the facts.
Check him out: he might surprise you. In the meantime, enjoy this here picture of him aged 22. If only all revolutionaries were so cool...
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Monday, 4 April 2011
On Style: Broaches...
Although this may not appear chronologically as the last of these posts (and no doubt I’ll repost it at a later date, because I love to do that), this is actually the final On Style post for this season. And it just so happens to be on the subject I hold closest to my heart.
I love broaches. I get so much shit for wearing them and their closely related pin-badge cousins, I could go into the fertiliser trade. But do I care? Do I bollocks! Nothing says confidence and aesthetic awareness like a metal broach pinned to your lapel. Who would dare wear such a frivolity? The man who knows, that’s who.
This whole series has been about the creation of an outfit that hangs together as a fully conceptualised whole. It has centred mainly on suits, as they are, let’s be honest, the best thing a man can wear if he wants to look his best. I’ve talked about fitting the right knot to the right collar, the right shirt to the right somatotype, the right suit to the right occasion and the right shoes to the right watch to the right belt. Pocket squares were covered as a means to tie the colour of your shirt to your jacket, tightening the scheme of the look.
And finally, the broach, pinned daringly to your lapel, of both coat and jacket, can continue your choice of metal right up to your clavicle, rather than consigning it to below the waist (buckle, watch and cufflinks all hang down there, you know).
The only other accessory that can perform the same function as a broach in this capacity is the tie tack/slide, and since I would always advise a plain strip of metal and steering clear of ‘novelty’, for your tie slide, the broach allows you to go ‘out there’ a little more.
I like animal broaches or pin badges. I have a Victorian stag in pewter, a pair of owls on a branch in gold, a silver and pyrite frog with ruby eyes, a jockey riding a leaping horse (the logo of the Gee Gees club, of which I am co-founder) and many more that I rotate at will.
A broach can be a real insight to its wearer’s personality. Not just their stylistic tastes, but also their strength of character. It’s an effeminate thing to wear, which is just why it looks so good; so powerful, when pinned to the lapel of a double breasted suit being worn by a bearded man in the prime of his life.
So here are a couple of rules:
Go vintage! In this case, quirkiness is the key. Broaches are an awesome conversation starter with the feminine members of our society, and since most of us dress to attract the opposite, or like-minded same sex, our intended partners will be as interested in this addition as they could be in you.
Don’t clutter! It’s okay to wear a tie slide and a broach together as long as it is a plain slide as described above. If you want the focus to be on your tie (if, for example, you’re wearing a waistcoat and no jacket) then consider pinning one of your small broaches to your shirt through your tie. This works particularly well for symmetrical broaches and ones of a small size.
For the last time: BE BOLD! You can do an awful lot with very little if you are prepared to experiment. Find your look and refine it until it becomes something on its own. Then tweak and twiddle it as fashions and trends fly by. You will always have a solid base that you feel comfortable with and that will enable you to go outside the box with gusto and success whenever you please.
For now, it’s over and out. I hope you’ve enjoyed these posts, but be warned, I will be back with more!
Until then, happy dressing, and stay ON STYLE!
Friday, February 18, 2011
On Style: The Iconic Square...
Perfect for that 1960s office look. Sleek and chic, the single band of colour can pull your whole outfit together, linking your jacket with your shirt. Stick to white for a stark contrast and learn how to fold by following the link below:
http://www.samhober.com/howtofoldpocketsquares/flatpocketsquarefold.htm
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I love broaches. I get so much shit for wearing them and their closely related pin-badge cousins, I could go into the fertiliser trade. But do I care? Do I bollocks! Nothing says confidence and aesthetic awareness like a metal broach pinned to your lapel. Who would dare wear such a frivolity? The man who knows, that’s who.
This whole series has been about the creation of an outfit that hangs together as a fully conceptualised whole. It has centred mainly on suits, as they are, let’s be honest, the best thing a man can wear if he wants to look his best. I’ve talked about fitting the right knot to the right collar, the right shirt to the right somatotype, the right suit to the right occasion and the right shoes to the right watch to the right belt. Pocket squares were covered as a means to tie the colour of your shirt to your jacket, tightening the scheme of the look.
And finally, the broach, pinned daringly to your lapel, of both coat and jacket, can continue your choice of metal right up to your clavicle, rather than consigning it to below the waist (buckle, watch and cufflinks all hang down there, you know).
The only other accessory that can perform the same function as a broach in this capacity is the tie tack/slide, and since I would always advise a plain strip of metal and steering clear of ‘novelty’, for your tie slide, the broach allows you to go ‘out there’ a little more.
I like animal broaches or pin badges. I have a Victorian stag in pewter, a pair of owls on a branch in gold, a silver and pyrite frog with ruby eyes, a jockey riding a leaping horse (the logo of the Gee Gees club, of which I am co-founder) and many more that I rotate at will.
A broach can be a real insight to its wearer’s personality. Not just their stylistic tastes, but also their strength of character. It’s an effeminate thing to wear, which is just why it looks so good; so powerful, when pinned to the lapel of a double breasted suit being worn by a bearded man in the prime of his life.
So here are a couple of rules:
Go vintage! In this case, quirkiness is the key. Broaches are an awesome conversation starter with the feminine members of our society, and since most of us dress to attract the opposite, or like-minded same sex, our intended partners will be as interested in this addition as they could be in you.
Don’t clutter! It’s okay to wear a tie slide and a broach together as long as it is a plain slide as described above. If you want the focus to be on your tie (if, for example, you’re wearing a waistcoat and no jacket) then consider pinning one of your small broaches to your shirt through your tie. This works particularly well for symmetrical broaches and ones of a small size.
For the last time: BE BOLD! You can do an awful lot with very little if you are prepared to experiment. Find your look and refine it until it becomes something on its own. Then tweak and twiddle it as fashions and trends fly by. You will always have a solid base that you feel comfortable with and that will enable you to go outside the box with gusto and success whenever you please.
For now, it’s over and out. I hope you’ve enjoyed these posts, but be warned, I will be back with more!
Until then, happy dressing, and stay ON STYLE!
Friday, February 18, 2011
On Style: The Iconic Square...
Perfect for that 1960s office look. Sleek and chic, the single band of colour can pull your whole outfit together, linking your jacket with your shirt. Stick to white for a stark contrast and learn how to fold by following the link below:
http://www.samhober.com/howtofoldpocketsquares/flatpocketsquarefold.htm
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Sunday, 3 April 2011
On Style: Jewellery...
Britain has a rich history of jewellery production. With so much quality gear flying around, it wouldn’t hurt you to know a little bit about the kind of stash you might come across at various antiques fairs, bric-a-brac stores and curio emporia you might find yourself browsing in search of that special, signature piece.
For years I toiled in the hunt for a Rose Gold ring that I could call my own. I wanted something unique; standout; engaging, but it wasn’t as easy as I’d hoped to find what I had in mind, or even to know what I had found when I found it.
During my quest for aesthetic brilliance, I spent a short period of time researching hallmarks. Knowledge of hallmarking practices not only helps you ascertain whether what you’re buying is worth your wedge, but is also a neat little party trick.
Imagine your grand Aunt Doris sliding off her wedding ring and you, without the aid of a microscope or chemical testing, telling her it was made in 1949 in Birmingham – she’d be singing your praises all the way to her colostomy appointment. Britain signed the Hallmarking Act of 1973 and thus all jewellery made of precious metal has been conveniently stamped by one of four domestic assay offices (London, Birmingham, Sheffield and Edinburgh) to prove its quality.
The act made trading in non-marked metal an illegal practise and guaranteed consumers a fair deal. In 1998 the BHC (British Hallmarking Committee) reviewed the 1973 document, which had been found to contain many inconsistencies and errors, and re-standardised the system. One notable change to the assaying of precious metal was the removal of the mandatory date stamp. A chart of symbols/dates from 1916-1974 can be seen below. In addition to the removal of date marks, seven new standards of fineness were added to the already stringent testing procedures that all assay offices are required to undertake.
Hallmarking has been around since the 1300s, but the current system is constantly being refined. Recently, Palladium was added to the list of metals that require a hallmark.
So here’s how to impress your friends and work out what that ring you’ve seen in your local antiques centre is made of and where it comes from.
Firstly, look for the assay office mark. There are four of these and very easy to identify. London has a Leopard snarling; Sheffield a Yorkshire Rose; Birmingham an Anchor; and Edinburgh a turreted castle.
Next your need to know what type of metal it is: the colour can be a clue but is often misleading. White gold is rhodium plated and can often be confused for silver or platinum, and what appears to be rose gold could just as easily be copper if it lacks a hall mark.
Attempting to divulge the following in an eloquent way would be cluttered and confusing, for both you and I, so here is a handy list of hallmarks and their meanings:
The following numbers may appear on metal of various colours. Yellow, Rose, White and all other varieties of gold carry the same numbers to denote their purity. Due to the impurities added to achieve different colours, the purest gold available is yellow – its natural colour. All the example charts below assume the piece was caste in Sheffield (check out that sweet rose!) Furthermore, the 990 rating for Gold is 24ct, and the 999 is ‘fine’ Gold. Also, the G is just an example date mark and the orb for platinum is optional. Just thought you’d like to know.
And as for Silver…
Not to be confused with its cheaper cousins, Platinum is one pricey metal. Anything made of platinum will carry the following:
Palladium has just joined the group and is identified by this rather cool hallmark:
Now, these rules apply to Britain only. Foreign countries have different system – few as exhaustive. I believe that other carats of gold are available the world over, but as far as the British Isles go, the above should serve you well. Visit www.assayoffice.co.uk/Services/UK_Hallmarks.asp for more information.
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For years I toiled in the hunt for a Rose Gold ring that I could call my own. I wanted something unique; standout; engaging, but it wasn’t as easy as I’d hoped to find what I had in mind, or even to know what I had found when I found it.
During my quest for aesthetic brilliance, I spent a short period of time researching hallmarks. Knowledge of hallmarking practices not only helps you ascertain whether what you’re buying is worth your wedge, but is also a neat little party trick.
Imagine your grand Aunt Doris sliding off her wedding ring and you, without the aid of a microscope or chemical testing, telling her it was made in 1949 in Birmingham – she’d be singing your praises all the way to her colostomy appointment. Britain signed the Hallmarking Act of 1973 and thus all jewellery made of precious metal has been conveniently stamped by one of four domestic assay offices (London, Birmingham, Sheffield and Edinburgh) to prove its quality.
The act made trading in non-marked metal an illegal practise and guaranteed consumers a fair deal. In 1998 the BHC (British Hallmarking Committee) reviewed the 1973 document, which had been found to contain many inconsistencies and errors, and re-standardised the system. One notable change to the assaying of precious metal was the removal of the mandatory date stamp. A chart of symbols/dates from 1916-1974 can be seen below. In addition to the removal of date marks, seven new standards of fineness were added to the already stringent testing procedures that all assay offices are required to undertake.
Hallmarking has been around since the 1300s, but the current system is constantly being refined. Recently, Palladium was added to the list of metals that require a hallmark.
So here’s how to impress your friends and work out what that ring you’ve seen in your local antiques centre is made of and where it comes from.
Firstly, look for the assay office mark. There are four of these and very easy to identify. London has a Leopard snarling; Sheffield a Yorkshire Rose; Birmingham an Anchor; and Edinburgh a turreted castle.
Next your need to know what type of metal it is: the colour can be a clue but is often misleading. White gold is rhodium plated and can often be confused for silver or platinum, and what appears to be rose gold could just as easily be copper if it lacks a hall mark.
Attempting to divulge the following in an eloquent way would be cluttered and confusing, for both you and I, so here is a handy list of hallmarks and their meanings:
The following numbers may appear on metal of various colours. Yellow, Rose, White and all other varieties of gold carry the same numbers to denote their purity. Due to the impurities added to achieve different colours, the purest gold available is yellow – its natural colour. All the example charts below assume the piece was caste in Sheffield (check out that sweet rose!) Furthermore, the 990 rating for Gold is 24ct, and the 999 is ‘fine’ Gold. Also, the G is just an example date mark and the orb for platinum is optional. Just thought you’d like to know.
And as for Silver…
Not to be confused with its cheaper cousins, Platinum is one pricey metal. Anything made of platinum will carry the following:
Palladium has just joined the group and is identified by this rather cool hallmark:
Now, these rules apply to Britain only. Foreign countries have different system – few as exhaustive. I believe that other carats of gold are available the world over, but as far as the British Isles go, the above should serve you well. Visit www.assayoffice.co.uk/Services/UK_Hallmarks.asp for more information.
Pick up THE HARE newspaper at Night and Day, Bar Centro, Font or Tiger Lounge in Manchester town centre, or the Oakwood in Glossop.
E-mail theharenewspaper@hotmail.co.uk with questions, comments or contributory pieces.
Saturday, 2 April 2011
In The Waiting Room...
I just stumbled across these photos of me at a gig in 2005. I went along to Walkabout in Sheffield to watch Alan Fletcher's (Karl Kennedy from Neighbours)band, The Waiting Room.
And you know what? They weren't half bad!
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And you know what? They weren't half bad!
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Friday, 1 April 2011
The MadNeSS of TiiMo nOOdLepiP: P10...
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