The West Country Women Awards 2023 are open for nominations for the second year to boost celebrating and recognising the work of women across the region.
Alexis Bowater OBE and Tess Stuber are once again running the West Country Women Awards and this year there are some extras to enjoy.
The first podcast series: WEST COUNTRY WOMEN is due to be recorded later this month with Fresh Air Studios - where each of the winners of 2022 will join Alexis and Tess for conversation about what life is like as a West Country Women Awards winner.
South West-based accountancy firm Milsted Langdon has thanked Tim Close for his work as Chairman, as the firm appoints his successor.
Experienced Partner Simon Rowe is taking over from Tim, who has held his position within the practice since 2019 – having originally joined Milsted Langdon in 1989 soon after its founding.
Having helped to navigate the firm through the Covid-19 pandemic in his tenure, Tim is stepping down to focus on his role as Partner and Compliance Principal for the firm.
During his time as Chairman, Tim oversaw the establishment of Milsted...
Antoinette Jackson, founder of the sustainability-focused company SuperBee , shares her top five tips for businesses seeking to transition to a greener approach and embrace environmental sustainability.
Perform an energy audit: Identify areas of high energy consumption and implement energy-efficient solutions like LED lighting and smart thermostats.
Prioritize eco-friendly packaging: Utilize recyclable, biodegradable, or reusable packaging materials to reduce waste and decrease your carbon footprint, added Sticky Labels , provider of premium printed
Ann Hunter, BID Manager at InExeter the Business Improvement District for Exeter city centre has decided to resign from her role and will leave in July following five and a half successful years.
“ It has been an absolute privilege to work here in this great city, to support and raise the profile of our brilliant local businesses, animate, and activate the city and add to its vibrancy ” said Ann of her time running InExeter.
A passionate advocate for Exeter, Ann has been instrumental in supporting and raising the profile of businesses in the city. Under her leadership,...
Former Gemini, Heart and Radio Exe radio presenter Matt Young has unveiled a new networking initiative - Who Needs Instructions – to provide practical support for men to help them overcome mental health challenges.
With suicide rates amongst men at an all-time high, Matt believes that if men felt better able to talk to each other about the stuff that really matters, it would help prevent many from reaching crisis point.
Having spent over 20 years as a broadcaster, Matt has honed his own communication skills and now wants to encourage others to do the same.
Keen for your business or workplace to do more for the planet and reduce your impact on the environment, but not sure where to start?
It’s Earth Day tomorrow (22nd April) and, with corporate sustainability having never been higher on the agenda, Simon Ursell, Managing Director of Cirencester-based B Corp certified environmental consultancy Tyler Grange is sharing four ways to help steer more of the nation’s 5.5 million businesses towards a greener future. And the time to act is now.
A new study states that the majority (68%) of UK employees aren’t satisfied with the...
Diagnexia UK Limited owned by Deciphex is the UK's fastest-growing pathology diagnostics service provider.
On Wednesday (19 April), the company proudly celebrated the launch of its expanded facility at Exeter Science Park . The event was attended by local dignitaries, healthcare professionals, and business leaders.
The Exeter expansion highlights Diagnexia’s commitment to driving innovation in digital pathology and supporting local employment. The expanded facility will bolster Diagnexia’s capacity to provide rapid, accurate, and high-quality pathology services to...
Grants totalling £0.8m have been awarded to small businesses and community projects across the county to help them bounce back after Covid-19.
The Devon Elevation Fund (DEF) awarded grants to small businesses and community projects across the county to respond to the different trading environment resulting from the pandemic, plan for future growth and initiatives, develop new products and services and improve infrastructure.
The government’s UK Community Renewal Fund, aimed at investing in new approaches to skills, community and place, financed the Devon Elevation Fund,...
Sarah Hawkins takes over from Jane Robey who retires after almost 20 years in post
Sarah Hawkins, formerly operations manager at National Family Mediation (NFM), has been named as the charity’s new CEO, taking over from Jane Robey who retires after almost 20 years in post.
Having joined NFM in 2019, Sarah comes from an Operational background with over 25 years’ experience, much of which has been spent in the not-for-profit sector, utilising her passion for IT to grow organisations and ensure that the people that need help are at the forefront of all that they do.
Exeter Property Circle is a networking group for people working within property in and around Exeter.
Events are informal and a great way to meet new contacts and catch up with old ones in a friendly environment over a drink.
Please join us on 19th April at Exeter City FC for an evening of networking and drinks with Julian & Jamie.
In April we will be joined by Guest Speakers Julian Tagg ECFC President, Director of External Affairs & Exeter CITY Community Trust Chairman and Jamie Vittles, Chief Executive of Exeter CITY Community Trust.
