One year ago a new business was born in the local town of Halesworth. At a time when the economy was suffering, businesses were closing and people were in doubt, Rachel Ducker continued bringing her new business to life.

Starting within the four the walls of her bedroom, 23-year-old Rachel has progressed considerably and recently won the 2010 ‘East of England young businesswoman of the year’ with her business called ‘Apparition Marketing and Design.’ Within a year she now has a studio in Halesworth and an office in Bury St Edmunds.

Apparition Marketing and Design, is a creative agency that helps businesses of all sizes with marketing, PR, website and design solutions. She has attracted clients from various different sectors, including the University College London.

As a celebration of her first year in business, Rachel is holding a charity event on Saturday 8th May from 10am -4pm in the courtyard of her studio grounds at Miles Ward Court, just off the Market Place in Halesworth.

Rachel explains, “ Apparition is also innovatively involved with the Halesworth Town Centre Group, who have been given the huge task of raising money for this years Halesworth Christmas Lights.”

Rachel adds, “If anyone is interested in supporting this local cause, then please come along to the event on Saturday at Miles Court, to discover more about the project.”

The event will also include a ‘mini market place’ with produce and services from local businesses, live entertainment, refreshments, plus her company Apparition are offering free health checks for any local businesses.

Please contact Rachel on 07590 123227 or
email [email protected]