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Jason Buck and Sally Basker of Exeter Science Park are pictured with members of the Calmfloor team

CALMFLOOR expands to Exeter Science Park amid rapid growth

A company born from research conducted by three PhD students at the University of Exeter 18 years ago has relocated to Exeter Science Park as it continues its rapid expansion.

CALMFLOOR, a pioneering provider of low-carbon solutions to complex building vibration issues, has moved into office space at the Science Park Centre after outgrowing its previous premises.

The company’s innovative plug-in unit, powered by multi-frequency software control, targets specific areas of a building where vibration needs to be managed. Unlike traditional methods - which often require adding...

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Former global CFO and CTO joins Foot Anstey LLP as Non-Executive Director

A versatile executive with global leadership experience at a Magic Circle legal giant and Big Four accounting firm is to join one of the UK’s fastest growing law firms as Non-Executive Director.

Foot Anstey LLP has appointed Jason Haines to support on the firm's next strategic period and ambitious growth goals from October 2023.

Jason has recently retired after a 16-year tenure at Allen & Overy where he demonstrated his strong leadership skills as Finance and Operations Director for the international law firm. He oversaw a comprehensive range of IT and business services...

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Old Mill strengthens Wealth Management team with appointment of Tim Blowers

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/28/2023 - 11:16pm

Financial experts Old Mill have appointed Chartered Financial Planner Tim Blowers to the Wealth Management team.

Tim, who lives in Keynsham with his wife Helena and their three young children, has more than 12 years’ experience in financial services, with particular expertise in retirement planning and sustainable and ethical investment.

He started his career at investment platform Novia Financial Plc and spent a number of years in technical roles before joining Brunel Capital Partners as a paraplanner in 2016.

After two years, Tim joined Evelyn Partners (...

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Food Drink Devon’s First Harvest Gathering  Celebrates Excellence and Innovation in South Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/28/2023 - 11:13pm

Celebrating the county's vibrant food and drink scene, Food Drink Devon hosted their first-ever Harvest Gathering on Friday 22nd September, inspired by the close proximity of three of the region’s highly respected drinks producers. Hunts Cider, Bays Brewery and Sandridge Barton the home of Sharpham Wine, who are all positioned a couple of miles from one another in South Devon, jointly hosted the Harvest Gathering and welcomed 50 guests from the region's food and drink industry as well as local media and influencers.

During the Harvest Gathering guests were treated to an...

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Arnold Clark extends Click & Collect network with new site in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 09/27/2023 - 11:08pm

Arnold Clark is delighted to announce the opening of a new Click & Collect site in Exeter.

The new site, located within the grounds of the Moto Service Station, will serve customers in Exeter and the surrounding areas including Torquay, Paignton, Newton Abbot, Tiverton and Exmouth.

Arnold Clark's Click & Collect service allows customers to find their perfect car online, reserve it, then collect it from their local branch.

With over 20,000 cars to choose from across the country, Arnold Clark has the UK’s biggest choice of used cars, all available to Click...

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Peer network launched to support South West business community

Authored by Program
Posted: Tue, 09/26/2023 - 12:15pm

The Heart of the South West LEP has launched a Peer Network programme, giving SMEs the opportunity to learn from successful businesses, to help to boost productivity and resilience.

The Peer Networks will be led by an experienced facilitator, with each network consisting of a minimum of 11 owners or managers from the SME business community across Devon, Somerset, Plymouth and Torbay. Participants will receive 18 hours of action learning through their network, with additional 1:1 support to receive tailored support.

The programme aims to improve the resilience of SMEs, their...

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PR Agency RAW Continues to Flourish with New Business Wins and Awards Shortlist

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 09/25/2023 - 2:34pm

Alongside a flurry of new business wins, RAW has been shortlisted for two categories in the inaugural TheBusinessDesk.com South West Business Masters Awards. This leading food, drink and lifestyle PR agency is amongst the select few in the ‘Hospitality & Leisure’ and ‘Creative & Media’ categories.

The shortlist announcement comes hot on the heels of RAW winning a number of high profile new business accounts. During the summer months, The Watercress Company, Royal Warrant holder DukesHill, leading online organic grocery retailer Eversfield Organic and the Millbrook Inn in...

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Calling all businesses and entrepreneurs in East Devon, Exeter, and Mid Devon - Prosper is here to help!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/21/2023 - 11:42pm

Prosper is a new, free, business support programme aimed at helping businesses and entrepreneurs to achieve their business development ambitions.

Specialised support offered through Prosper is designed to help businesses and entrepreneurs in East Devon, Exeter and Mid Devon to improve productivity, reach net zero goals, move into new markets, develop new products and more.

The programme, funded by East Devon, Mid Devon and Exeter City councils through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, will provide a mixture of online support and in-person one-to-one sessions or workshops...

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Cornwall’s Treveth becomes one of the first UK developers to achieve B Corp status

Cornish developer Treveth has been awarded the prestigious, and globally recognised, B Corporation (B Corp) certification after taking the lead on bringing sustainable new build homes and commercial developments to Cornwall, for Cornish people.

Just four years after its launch, Treveth has become one of the first developers in the UK to achieve the rigorous requirements of the respected B Corp certification. Businesses that are certified B Corps meet the highest standard of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability to balance...

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New Funding and Finance Resource for every Business in Devon and Somerset

Authored by Program
Posted: Wed, 09/20/2023 - 4:06pm

Businesses in Devon and Somerset are set to receive improved access to funding opportunities, guidance, best practice and finance support thanks to a new project launched by the Heart of the South West LEP.

Access to Finance SW is a free community platform for growing businesses in the Heart of the South West region.

From regular business meetups to ‘ask the expert’ sessions, any business can join for free, connect with and learn from other businesses and access a range of funding and finance expertise covering equity, non-dilutive funding, loans and debt, along with...

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Local housebuilder leading the way for a zero-carbon future is shortlisted for prestigious award

Authored by h.abb_PR
Posted: Tue, 09/19/2023 - 12:11pm

A housebuilder in Exeter has been shortlisted for a prestigious property award.

Redrow South West’s St Michael’s Meadow, on Chudleigh Road, has been shortlisted in the Exeter Property Awards 2023, after wowing judges with its sustainable approach to design.

The awards celebrate the dynamic Exeter property sector – from residential and commercial, to lettings and new builds – and recognise the diverse landscape which is continuously shaping the city.

Having impressed the judges with the development’s focus on sustainability and impressive contributions to the local...

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