Our company was founded in 1995 by trainer and developer Chris Page and his wife Ann, in order to provide first class training in Microsoft Office within Shropshire, Cheshire and the Welsh Borders. Originally called Bytesize Services, the name of the company was changed in 2003 to Page Communication Ltd to reflect an expansion of training into public speaking, communication and presentation skills. In 2005 we were awarded the West Midland IT Association’s Quality Mark. In 2007 we won the UK IT Association’s Quality Mark in recognition of both our training and software development work. In 2008 we became a select supplier for Business Link as it was known then. This lasted until Business Link’s demise following Government re-organisation in 2010. The business has continued successfully over the years but Chris and Ann have kept the company small to retain the personal touch when dealing with their clients.

Training

Every training course is written personally by Chris to ensure that you get attention to detail and professional, personal service. Not content with just creating the training courses, Chris delivers these courses throughout Shropshire, the West Midlands and beyond, using up to six Page Communication training computers. This means that he can set up a training room at your premises using these computers. Another option is that we hold scheduled courses from time-to-time in Shrewsbury and Telford. Whatever option you choose you can be assured that our Microsoft Office training is second-to-none.

Chris has also created some unique soft-skills courses based around his proven presentation and training techniques. These courses help people to develop confidence and skills for use when speaking in public. The courses can also improve their communication skills when dealing with other people. Public speaking, communication and presentation skills are vital to the success of any company or individual and our workshops have been very successful and many companies in Shropshire and elsewhere in the UK have seen a positive effect on their business as a result of doing these courses.

Software Development

In addition to the training Chris also develops databases and automates Microsoft office for our customers. Our software services range from small jobs such as creating automated invoices based around Microsoft Excel, through to large database projects used to managing the carers and clients of a domiciliary company.

Meet the Team

Chris Page

Trainer and Developer Chris Page is a specialist in databases and Microsoft products. He holds an Honours Degree from the Open University and is a Full Member of the Learning and Performance Institute. He follows the LPI guidelines for writing all of his courses.He specialises in a wide range and versions of Microsoft Office applications.  He also is a specialist  in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), PC hardware troubleshooting, Windows operating systems, Visual Basic and Visual C++. He holds an Honours Degree from the Open University, a Diploma in Administrative Management and he is a Full Member of the Learning and Performance Institute. He follows the LPI guidelines for writing all of his courses. He served in the Royal Air Force leaving in 1995 after a successful 18-year career which included commanding his own ATC Unit in Scotland, working as an Instructor at the Air Traffic Control Training School, Project Manager for a PC-based air traffic training tool, and support officer for users at RAF Shawbury.  His work now takes him further afield including London, Europe and North America.

Chris plays golf, and he also enjoys walking, sailing, amateur dramatics and playing the drums. He is a life member of the RAF Theatrical Association and uses the skills learned over many years of being on stage in his presentation skills workshops.

Ann Page

Responsible for administration, marketing and sales, Ann Page (Chris’s wife and business partner) has been an integral part of the company since its formation. Previous roles have included Tax Officer with the Inland Revenue, Administrative Officer in the Royal Air Force and Manager of a Chamber of Commerce in Canada.  After raising a family Ann returned to full-time study obtaining NVQs in Training and Development, a HND in Business and Finance and an Honours Degree in Business Enterprise.  Ann deals with the day-to-day running of the office and client requests, and is a strong supporter of business networking in Shropshire.

Ann also deals with bookings for our two amazing apartments in Murcia, Spain and enjoys golf, walking, and being a member of the Shawbury Village Players.