BRUSHING up on her management skills has paid off for boss Kath Burrows.

Kath, managing director of Rossendale-based Capricorn Advertising, has seen an improvement in the performance of her business after taking an NVQ level 5 course in management.

The firm, which employs 28, has clients including Karrimor, Uno and Adidas Adventure.

"The programme helped me to look at the business more strategically especially its scope for growth and of course profitability," said Kath.

"Along with our commitment to the Investors in People award it is helping me and the rest of the team build a more competitive and productive business."

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