ABOUT
Changing the face of compliance
No longer is the world of compliance and auditing just about suits with ties and briefcases.
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Compliance is woven in to the fabric of societal and commercial expectations. For most, it's a burden. For some, a chore. We'd be retired in three years for the amount of company representatives that have fallen foul of the common misconceptions about compliance. It's boring, yes. So let's make it fun. We make your craft our craft.
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We will talk about the serious stuff, and about cake. Cake is important. And delicious. The cake analogy is important. It simplifies those all important processes. We don't do manuals that are thicker than a Mary Berry cookbook.
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We embrace the joys of modern technology to bring you a blended approach to compliance.
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And we'll always be honest with you. From the perfect soufflé to the soggy bottom, we'll give you the good, the bad and the ugly.
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We had a vision for our business. Professional. Simplicity. Honesty. And fun.
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OUR TEAM

Lauren Agar
Director
Lauren’s working experience started in the cleaning industry, and this is where the introduction to management systems and health & safety began. From internal system management, she made the transition to consultancy, gaining her ISO 27001:2013 Lead Auditor Qualification and since starting Agar Bowles, has developed her love of the 14001, completing the Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management in 2022. ​
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A country girl at heart and a mum to one, Lauren enjoys clay shooting, photography and anything that allows her to be generally creative, active and in the countryside. 2022 & 2023 saw the arrival of Logan & Oscar, which has taken her on a new journey learning dog training.




Zoe Bowles
Director
Zoe began working at 16 and has a varied background, from working in hospitality to the NHS, private health clubs and adult education. After this, she worked for her local council where as part of the customer service management team, she completed her BSI qualification in ISO 9001:2015. After working in many organisations Zoe is able to turn her mind to any view on quality management, with one clear goal. Making sure you deliver great customer satisfaction every single time.
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Zoe can find home almost anywhere, but currently lives in the village of Cliffe (yes, that is where Boris wanted to put his airport!) with her husband and two children. In her "spare time" Zoe is a great lover of all things crochet and whilst she can literally make anything she turns her hand to, is frequently reminded that "Just because you can, doesn't mean you should." Apparently crochet underpants are not all the rage!





Elise Killick
Business Co-Ordinator
After her A-Levels, Elise began working in Health and Safety and Compliance. Whilst studying for her apprenticeship, she completed an integrated management system course for ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001. On this course she learned how important it is to integrate these systems to create a cohesive approach to managing compliance.
Outside of work she enjoys watching the sunset with loved ones, as it is a reminder to embrace the beauty around us and to take a moment to reflect on the day. As she looks forward to the future, she is excited to apply what she has learned in her professional life, while continuing to enjoy every moment outside of it.
The Wellbeing Team

Frankie & Benny
Trainee Risk Assessors
Frankie and Benny joined us in November 2024 as our newest members of the compliance team.
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These two tiny risk assessors (takers!) spend their days finding all of the risks around the home, from chewing through the Christmas tree lights in their first week of employment to rolling around on the desk (and falling off the edge) on a daily basis. They are keeping up appearances set by their predecessor, Rolo by joining a Teams call and helping us with client quality control.
The perfect fluffy distraction, except this time, it's double the trouble!

Max
Mental Health First Aider
What can we say about Max?
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Not the most senior of the team, but certainly the most sensible, most of the time. And he loves sleeping, a lot.
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This boy has an incredible sense of when he is needed and can often be found sneaking under the desk and placing his head ever so gently in your lap, working those puppy dog eyes like a pro!
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Max is renowned for breaking himself when he's had a hoolie on a walk, at which point we return the favour and become his emotional support humans.

Casper
Head of Security
Casper heads up our site security, and for good reason. Despite being the oldest of the team, this boy can hear so much as an ant fart outside of the building.
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Also a sock stealer, this boy is famous for always carrying something in his mouth - good job we keep the crochet underpants hidden!
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Although he spends much of day sleeping, Casper is always on guard ensuring that we are safe, and is desperately trying to train the CHO as his replacement in preparation for his retirement.

Logan
Chief Happiness Officer
No longer the Chaotic House Pirahna, this labradorable chap has done a lot of growing up since he joined us.
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His retrieval skills have proven to be his strength, particuarly when it involves socks and shoes. So, if you see Lauren in odd socks, Logan is probably the reason! He enjoys a song now and then, and is working on the refinement of his howl, mostly from the upstairs window to make sure everyone can hear him.
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One of the client favourites in meetings, this boy loves nothing more than to imagine that he's still 6 months old and small enough to fit in your lap for snuggles all day long! ​

Oscar
Deputy Head of Security
Oscar is the latest canine addition to the Agar Bowles Wellbeing Team.
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Oscar's career progression within the business hasn't quite gone to plan; after reviewing his competencies, it was clear that whilst he would be great in Logan's position and gives the most amazing cuddles, he has demonstrated far more strength in security, providing outstanding support to Casper.
He continues to be a diligent and committed team player, and an utter hurricane of chaos on most days, but he is a hurricane that we certainly would not be without!