Mark's Blog

Now that everything is registered and we’ve got an entry at Companies House the new Island Geek site has been launched.

It’s quite simple but I like the style, hopefully the words speak louder than snazzy design. It details the current services that are offered including web hosting, phpBB services and computer services.

The site is also being launched with a Google AdWords campaign, so if you see some ads from us that’s why . Hopefully a blog will be going up soon as well.

Current tasks include liaising with NatWest regarding a bank account and, once that has been completed, jumping through HMRC hoops for VAT registration.

Shameless plug on its way for my own services but this is my blog so ho hum

I’ve recently been working on a few bits and pieces under the Island Geek brand; namely setting up Blesta to put on sale some of the phpBB services that I currently offer.

As you will see it is the usual affair of phpBB installation/configuration options as well as MOD installations. For the more enterprising customer there is also the option of a dedicated support contract, something that I know has been highlighted to me as something that people who run fairly large boards are interested in. If you aren’t that comfortable getting involved with the nuts and bolts of the software then having somebody who can is reassuring.

Now, this may be a plug but I’m here to give you an offer as well. The coupon markblog09 will get you 10% off anything you order – think of it as a late Christmas present. For something like our hosting product where buying 12 months already gets you 2 free this is a considerable saving on top. The code is valid until the end of January ‘10 so feel free to pass it among your friends who you think may be interested.