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REFLECTING ON A DECADE OF NETWORKING: 10 WAYS BUSINESS NETWORKING HAS EVOLVED

Best selling author and business networking expert Stefan Thomas has marked the 10th anniversary of his acclaimed book "Business Networking for Dummies” by sharing ten ways in which the world of networking has changed since 2014.

Updated: Thu 18 Apr 2024

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ALLERGY CAMPAIGNER JULIANNE PONAN MBE TO EDUCATE 1000s MORE CHILDREN ABOUT ALLERGIES FOR A SECOND YEAR

CEO of top 14 allergen-free brand Creative Nature, Julianne Ponan MBE, will be educating thousands of children across the UK for a second year in a row this April about living with allergies.

Updated: Mon 8 Apr 2024

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ACTION NET ZERO CIC PARTNERS WITH PROPFLO FOR ITS HOMEOWNER ENERGY EFFICIENCY TOOL

SOUTH WEST social enterprise Action Net Zero CIC, has announced a partnership with Propflo - an award-winning AI tech startup – to support homeowners in making their properties more energy efficient and environmentally friendly.

Updated: Thu 4 Apr 2024

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RURAL SKILLS EXHIBITION AND COURSES AT COLESHILL

Once Easter is over, it can be difficult trying to find somewhere interesting to go with something different to do.

Updated: Mon 1 Apr 2024

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A BUDGET FOR A HIGH WAGE, HIGH GROWTH ECONOMY – OR A DELUSION?

As the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt stood to announce what is possibly the last Budget prior to a General Election the arguments began in Parliament. The Deputy Speaker who presided over the Chancellor’s statement was kept very busy with the amount of heckling resounding round and through the Chamber.

Updated: Wed 6 Mar 2024

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MENOPAUSE EXPERT URGES COMPANIES TO CONSIDER INCLUSIVITY FOR WOMEN AT WORK

A renowned menopause expert and author has spoken out about the importance of creating supportive workplaces for women experiencing the symptoms of peri-menopause and menopause.

Updated: Mon 4 Mar 2024

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CHEMICAL SPECIALIST WARNS THAT ONGOING DISRUPTION IN THE RED SEA WILL IMPACT THE PRICE OF UK GOODS

The continuing crisis in the Red Sea and the Suez Canal where Houthi rebels have been targeting ships will have a continuing impact on the price of some goods here in the UK.

Updated: Fri 1 Mar 2024

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LEADING CANCER CONSULTANT TO RUN SECOND LONDON MARATHON FOR CANCER RESEARCH UK

Dr Hugo De La Peña, one of UK’s leading breast cancer consultants will participate in the London Marathon for the second time, running in support of Cancer Research UK.

Updated: Thu 22 Feb 2024

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Development Partner for Reading's Minster Quarter Regeneration Revealed

Reading Borough Council has chosen McLaren Living to spearhead the £250 million transformation of Reading's Minster Quarter, marking a significant milestone in the project's progress.

Updated: Thu 15 Feb 2024

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Scott Media keeps it in the family with new recruit

Media and PR expert Fiona Scott didn’t have to look far when it came to recruiting a new team member – because she has been joined by her stepdaughter Lauren Roberts.

Updated: Wed 14 Feb 2024

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RARE LORD KITCHENER £2 COIN GOES UP FOR SALE ON VALENTINE’S DAY IN WILTSHIRE

A rare and valuable £2 coin featuring an image of Lord Kitchener will be auctioned in Wiltshire this month.

Updated: Tue 6 Feb 2024

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CREATIVE NATURE LAUNCHES THEIR FIRST FREE-FROM SAVOURY SNACK EXCLUSIVELY ON VIRGIN ATLANTIC

Creative Nature, one of the UK’s leading top 14 allergen free snack brands proudly announces the launch of its first ever savoury free from product onboard Virgin Atlantic flights.

Updated: Fri 2 Feb 2024

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LOUISE HUNT SKELLEY PLY TO COMMENTATE ON THE WHEELCHAIR TENNIS AT THE PARALYMPIC GAMES 2024

Former British wheelchair tennis player Louise Hunt Skelley PLY will be sharing her expertise commentating at this year’s Paralympic Games hosted in Paris.

Updated: Mon 29 Jan 2024

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TEN FUN THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT LEGO

Chemical expert and father of three Aaron Lee is one of millions of people who have homes filled with one of the most iconic and creative toys ever created – LEGO.

Updated: Tue 23 Jan 2024

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FLOG IT! PRESENTER PAUL MARTIN TO HOST VALUATION DAY IN MARLBOROUGH – WHERE HIS TV CAREER BEGAN

Well known popular TV antique expert, Paul Martin, will be sharing his knowledge and experience with Marlborough residents on Tuesday 23rd January by hosting a free community valuation day at the Castle & Ball Hotel.

Updated: Wed 17 Jan 2024

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AMAZING WORLD WAR 1 SCRAPBOOK IS ONE OF MORE THAN 1,000 LOTS ON SALE AT FIRST AUCTION IN ROYAL WOOTTON BASSETT

A WORLD WAR 1 scrapbook created by a nurse on the frontline is just one of the lots going under the hammer at the inaugural two-day sale – the first for the newly-opened RWB Auctions in Royal Wootton Bassett.

Updated: Fri 12 Jan 2024

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Where to Work Remotely in Reading

Forget about being chained to your desk 9-5, it’s all about doing business outside the office. If you’re looking for more inspiring surroundings to conduct business in Reading, see below for a little inspiration on where to work remotely in Reading.

Updated: Fri 12 Jan 2024

AWARD-WINNING FOOD BUSINESS BECOMES FIRST ALLERGEN-FREE BAKING MIX BRAND IN HOLLAND & BARRETT

The award-winning allergen-free food business, Creative Nature, has become the first business of its kind to have its top 14 allergen free baking mixes stocked in Holland & Barrett, the UK’s leading nationwide health and wellbeing store.

Updated: Wed 10 Jan 2024

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Total Guide to. Announces Exciting Acquisition of The Boardroom Network

Total Guide to, an award-winning digital marketing agency, proudly announces the successful acquisition of The Boardroom Network, a highly esteemed regional business networking group. This strategic move marks a pivotal moment in Total Guide to’s unwavering dedication to supporting business owners, professionals, senior managers, decision-makers, and entrepreneurs.

Updated: Wed 3 Jan 2024

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BE MORE HACKER-SAVVY IN 2024

By Paul Day, technical director of specialist document management company Filestream. Paul is an expert in GDPR and supports his document management clients around cyber-security and keeping their data safe. Filestream works with companies including Anglia Farmers, University of Hull, Kingsley Health Care, Carnival UK, Scania and BNP Paribas.

Updated: Fri 29 Dec 2023

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ENTREPRENEURS JOIN FORCES TO HELP PEOPLE NAVIGATE THE CARE SYSTEM

Care specialist Janet Shreeve is partnering with fellow entrepreneur Jodie Fraser to offer more support to those needing care – particularly in later life.

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MORE BUSINESSES WILL EMBRACE EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP TO STAY RELEVANT

The Employee Ownership Conference, which took place at the Arena and Convention Centre (ACC) in Liverpool recently, revealed why employee-ownership is the future for increasing numbers of businesses to ensure their customers are satisfied about the ethical practices of the companies they choose to patronise.

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TIPS FOR LEARNING A LANGUAGE

When Helen Lami travelled to Albania in 1994, aged 22, she didn’t speak a word of the language. Three months later she was fluent and, three months after that, it had become so natural to her that she was preaching in Albanian and was able to start a relationship with the man who would later become her husband, despite him not knowing a word of English.

Updated: Tue 19 Dec 2023

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LEADING SUMMER CAMP PROVIDER RELEASES FREE MAGAZINE TO HELP FAMILIES

The founder of leading holiday camp provider, Academic Camp, has written a free magazine aimed at parents who are looking for opportunities to improve the educational and pastoral experiences of their children outside of their own school and home environments.

Updated: Mon 11 Dec 2023

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NATIONAL TRUST ESTATE OFFERS RURAL SKILLS WORKSHOPS

With the start of a new year, many people make New Year resolutions to realise a personal goal. So, if this is something that appeals to you, how about planning to start a new hobby or learn more about your local history.

Updated: Mon 11 Dec 2023

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FROM TOP OF THE POPS TO FARMING SNAILS TO BACK ON STAGE: ‘ONE-HIT WONDER’ TO GIVE KEYNOTE SPEECH AT CONNECT LIVE!

The keynote speech at next year’s inaugural Connect Live! event will be given by self-proclaimed ‘one-hit wonder’ Clive Jackson, lead singer with Doctor And The Medics.

Updated: Mon 4 Dec 2023

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ALLERGY CAMPAIGNER AND FOOD ENTREPRENEUR JULIANNE PONAN MBE HEADS TO DOWNING STREET

Award-winning businesswoman and allergy campaigner Julianne Ponan MBE was one of only a handful of small business owners invited to showcase their products at the annual Downing Street Festive Fair yesterday (November 30).

Updated: Fri 1 Dec 2023

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DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT COMPANY CELEBRATING AWARD SUCCESS FOR THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR

Innovative tech company, Filestream, is celebrating award success for the third year in a row as it bagged another win at the prestigious Document Manager Awards.

Updated: Fri 1 Dec 2023

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MAGGIE’S WELCOMES RENOWNED CANCER CONSULTANT AS CLINICAL ADVISER

Dr Hugo De La Peña, one of the UK’s leading cancer consultants, has become the first clinical adviser to the UK-leading cancer support charity Maggie’s in Southampton.

Updated: Tue 21 Nov 2023

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ALLERGEN-FREE BRAND CREATIVE NATURE FUNDRAISES FOR THE NATASHA ALLERGY RESEARCH FOUNDATION

TOP 14 allergen free brand Creative Nature has launched a festive fund-raiser for the The Natasha Foundation, which aims to prevent and eradicate allergic disease, creating a world that is safe for everyone.

Updated: Tue 14 Nov 2023

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Julianne Ponan MBE joins GS1 UK as a non-executive director to help SMEs harness the power of NextGen QR codes

As founder and CEO of the successful allergy free food brand Creative Nature, Julianne will use her deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing UK SMEs to help GS1 UK members grow their businesses and harness the power of next-generation barcodes.

Updated: Mon 13 Nov 2023

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TGt Meets…Jack Wilkinson of Ruby Reign Events

The latest to be a part of our TGt series is Jack Wilkinson from Ruby Reign Events. Read on to learn what he has to say about his exemplary company and the event planning industry.

Updated: Mon 13 Nov 2023

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GET YOUR NETWORKING GAME ON: CONNECTLIVE! IS THE ULTIMATE BUSINESS EVENT

A BUSINESS show with a difference is being organised by professional speaker and networking expert Stefan Thomas – author of Business Networking For Dummies and Win The Room.

Updated: Fri 10 Nov 2023

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Beyond the Hashtag - Innovative Approaches to Crafting Captivating Social Media Campaigns

In the bustling town of Reading, where modernity intertwines with a rich historical tapestry, the quest to stand out on social media can feel as daunting as finding the perfect plot twist in a mystery novel. Yet, fear not, for in this digital age, creativity, and innovation are the ultimate protagonists in the saga of successful social media campaigns.

Updated: Wed 8 Nov 2023

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RUNNING UP THE SKY: BUSINESSMAN COMPLETES SKYSCRAPER RUN FOR TOMMY’S

Paul Day, technical director of Berkshire-based document management specialist Filestream, has raised over £2,200 by taking part in the world’s first Skyscraper Challenge.

Updated: Tue 3 Oct 2023

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TEN THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT BREAST CANCER

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month so I thought I’d share with you some things you may not know about breast cancer.

Updated: Mon 2 Oct 2023

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Don't miss this year's Big Breakfast – Thames Hospice

Hundreds of delegates will be treated to breakfast at The Green Park Conference Centre, Reading on Thursday 12th October (8.30am / 9.45am) as they gather for the annual Thames Valley Expo, the region’s largest business to business exhibition of the year.

Updated: Mon 2 Oct 2023

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BREAKING BARRIERS: ALLERGY AWARENESS ADVOCATE RECEIVES HER MBE!

For award-winning businesswoman Julianne Ponan, September 27 was a momentous day! Julianne was officially presented with her MBE for Services to Business, Exports, and to People with Allergies.

Updated: Thu 28 Sep 2023

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Award-winning coach to give keynote speech at Confidence and Wellbeing Conference for Businesswomen

Lincolnshire-based award-winning coach and personal empowerment specialist Taz Thornton will give a keynote speech at the inaugural Confidence & Wellbeing Conference for Businesswomen on Friday, 29th September at the Brightfield Business Hub, Orton Southgate, Peterborough.

Updated: Mon 25 Sep 2023

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PARALYMPIAN CHRIS HUNT SKELLEY MBE NAMED AS ONE OF THE AMBASSADORS FOR THE FLAGSHIP ‘PATH TO PARIS’ PROJECT

CHRIS Hunt Skelley MBE, who won gold in judo at the Paralympics in Tokyo, has been named as one of five Paralympic ambassadors for ‘PATH TO PARIS’ initiative to encourage children to get active by following in their sporting heroes’ footsteps.

Updated: Thu 21 Sep 2023

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REWRITING THE RULES ON WEDDING SPEECHES

Speech and screen writer Heidi Ellert-McDermott, founder of the bespoke wedding speechwriting business Speechy, is helping couples step away from old-fashioned, out-dated wedding speeches – and wow their guests with wonderful words written from the heart.

Updated: Wed 20 Sep 2023

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DIGITAL MARKETING EXPERT TAKES ON HIS FIRST TEAM MEMBER

Swindonian Rob Curtis who started his company The Pursuit Agency a year ago has welcomed his first employee Belle Brookes.

Updated: Tue 19 Sep 2023

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TV PERSONALITY PSYCHIC MEDIUM TJ HIGGS BEGINS THE SECOND HALF OF HER 2023 UK TOUR

Sunday Times bestselling author and well-known TV personality, psychic medium TJ Higgs will resume her ‘Grief Is Love’ 2023 tour in October, beginning with a show on Thursday October 5 at Camberley Theatre in Surrey.

Updated: Mon 18 Sep 2023

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The Thames Valley Expo

The Thames Valley Expo returns to Reading for its 12th anniversary on Thursday, 12th October, @ The Green Park Conference Centre, Green Park, Reading.

Updated: Mon 18 Sep 2023

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Business in Reading

We're the home of all things business in Reading. Situated slap bang in the middle of the M4 corridor and the Great Western Railway line, we are a thriving city for business. There are a vast number of businesses of varying sizes here, from blue chips to one-man-bands, and we're here to help you all. Whether you’re on the lookout for networking events in Reading to attend, business space to expand and grow, or the best venue to hold a meeting or conference venues in Reading, we're here to point you in the right direction. You'll also find a full business directory to help with all your business requirements, including; solicitors and accountants in Reading, IT companies in Reading, print services, marketing and pr agencies and more. You'll also find local b2b offers, competition opportunities and tips and advice from Reading businesses. Don't forget to register to receive our monthly business email newsletter which highlights the must visit business events in Reading each month, local business news and much much more.

Updated: Wed 6 Sep 2023

TECH SPECIALISTS FILESTREAM MOVE INTO THEIR NEW BERKSHIRE OFFICE

Document management specialist Filestream has moved its operations down the road in Berkshire, having bought their own premises.

Updated: Tue 5 Sep 2023

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ACADEMIC SUMMER PIONEER JOINS LEADING INDEPENDENT COLLEGE TO LAUNCH ‘ACADEMIC SUMMER IN THE CITY OF LONDON 2024’

HELEN Lami, the founder of Academic Summer has launched a joint venture to deliver high quality summer short courses at the David Game College campus, in the heart of the City of London.

Updated: Sat 2 Sep 2023

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Paralympian highlights the value of team members with disabilities

Louise Hunt Skelley PLY, the former British wheelchair tennis player, is joining forces with HR expert Rachel Weaven to deliver an inclusivity workshop to highlight the benefits of hiring staff with disabilities. Inclusivity has been high on every company’s agenda recently. However, as a hugely evolving area, it’s not always easy for businesses to be sure about the reasonable adjustments that need to be made to make their environments more inclusive for both their staff and customers.

Updated: Wed 30 Aug 2023

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The Benefits of Implementing Workplace Drug Testing - Ensuring a Safe and Productive Work Environment

Maintaining a safe and productive work environment is crucial for any business. One effective strategy to achieve this is through the implementation of workplace drug testing.

Updated: Wed 30 Aug 2023

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GREENDOWN GOES GLAMPING!

Ten years ago, the word ‘glamping’ wasn’t even in the dictionary and, as an appealing getaway, many saw it as a fad that wouldn’t last. However, not only has the trend continued to grow, it exploded when holiday priorities changed because of Covid19 and getting away needed to be both simpler and healthier.

Updated: Tue 29 Aug 2023

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THE COUPLE BEHIND COTSWOLD ECO TUBS NAMED AS A MAIN SPONSOR OF THE PRESTIGIOUS MORETON SHOW

Lauren Cleary and Guy Wall, the couple of behind the luxury brand Cotswold Eco Tubs have been named as a sponsor of one of the UK’s biggest one-day agricultural event – The Moreton In Marsh Show next week. The couple, who create and sell luxury eco tubs, saunas and ice-baths from their rural showroom in the Cotswolds, will also be showcasing some of their products at the show which takes place on Saturday September 2.

Updated: Fri 25 Aug 2023

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From Concept to Launch: The 10 Essential Steps of Website Creation

Creating a website can be a simultaneously exciting and daunting task, especially for those who are unfamiliar with the process. A website serves as a digital representation of your business, brand or persona, and therefore, it is important to create a website that effectively communicates your message and aligns with your objectives. Whether you are creating a website for the first time or looking to revamp an existing one, here are the 10 essential steps to take to go from concept to launch.

Updated: Fri 23 Jun 2023

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PSYCHIC MEDIUM’S REMINDER DURING PRIDE MONTH THAT IN THE WORLD OF SPIRIT IT’S ABOUT ‘SOUL’

TJ HIGGS is one of the world’s most successful female psychic mediums and she is currently in the middle of her ‘Grief is Love’ tour, her first since the pandemic. A best-selling author, TJ supports people through her theatre tours, her books and her personal readings. She also provides teaching for others who wish to develop their mediumship skills.

Updated: Tue 20 Jun 2023

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REDUCE YOUR CONSUMPTION OF THESE FIVE FOODS TO CUT THE RISK OF TYPE 2 DIABETES

With 4.3 million people in the UK suffering from Type 2 Diabetes and a further 2.4 million at risk of developing the condition, qualified nutritional therapist and naturopath Caroline Peyton shares some tips on how to take positive and preventative action by amending your dietary choices.

Updated: Tue 13 Jun 2023

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STAYING SAFE IN THE SUMMER SUN

By Dr Hugo De La Peña MD, PhD, FRCP who is a renowned cancer specialist, Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Cancer Research UK ambassador. He took part in a recent Cancer Research tv campaign to help raise much-needed funds for clinical trials and has helped raise hundreds of thousands of pounds by taking part in the London Marathon 2023 and Race for Life events across the UK. Dr Hugo is an NHS consultant and an educational and motivational speaker on cancer, its prevention, treatment and cure.

Updated: Mon 12 Jun 2023

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ALLERGY CAMPAIGNER’S AWARENESS PROGRAMME GOES VIRAL!

Julianne Ponan MBE, CEO of top 14 allergen-free brand Creative Nature planned to talk to around 3,000 schoolchildren about living with allergies – yet requests for her simple education programme means over 100,000 children should now become more allergy-aware.

Updated: Sat 3 Jun 2023

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INSPIRING BUSINESS COACH & AUTHOR TAZ THORNTON HOSTS ‘PROUD WOMEN’ SERIES FOR PRIDE 2023

Empowerment and business coach Taz Thornton has united a team of LGBTQIA entrepreneurs women for a series of weekly live talk shows called ‘Proud Women’ throughout June. These ‘Loose Women’ style broadcasts will air via the social media platforms LinkedIn, Facebook and YouTube and will touch on topics related to Pride Month including how business and individuals can truly be allies and support equality and equity.

Updated: Sat 3 Jun 2023

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ALLERGY-FREE BRAND CREATIVE NATURE NAMED ‘EXPORTER OF THE YEAR’ BY THE FSB

Allergy-free brand Creative Nature is celebrating after winning the Exporter of the Year category at the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) national awards 2023.

Updated: Fri 26 May 2023

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Paralympian Louise Hunt Skelley to commentate once more at this year’s Wimbledon Championships

Former British wheelchair tennis player Louise Hunt will be sharing her expertise while commentating at this year’s Wimbledon championships which has provided more opportunities for wheelchair players this year.

Updated: Mon 22 May 2023

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DROP-IN SESSIONS FOR WOULD-BE FOSTER CARERS

Independent foster agency Banya is inviting anyone interested in finding out more about becoming a foster carer to drop-in sessions in London and Birmingham as part of Foster Care Fortnight.

Updated: Fri 19 May 2023

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South West entrepreneur Jodie Fraser wins two more major business awards

Jodie Fraser, founder of Fraser Allen Estate Management, is celebrating double success at the SME News Business Elite Awards. The first success came when Fraser Allen were named the Most Trusted Specialist Residential Block Management Company – England. This was followed by further success in the Best Residential Block Management Specialists – South West England.

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TECHNICAL DIRECTOR TAKES ON LONDON SKYSCRAPER CHALLENGE TO RAISE FUNDS FOR CHILDBIRTH CHARITY

Paul Day, technical director of Berkshire-based document management specialist company Filestream, is taking part in the world’s first-ever Skyscraper Challenge in London on Saturday September 9.

Updated: Wed 3 May 2023

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DIGITAL MARKETING EXPERT WINS NATIONAL AWARD JUST A YEAR AFTER STARTING HIS BUSINESS

Swindonian Rob Curtis who started his company The Pursuit Agency a year ago has been named Start Up of the Year at the national Business & Community Awards.

Updated: Tue 25 Apr 2023

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ALLERGY CAMPAIGNER JULIANNE PONAN MBE AIMS TO EDUCATE 1000s OF CHILDREN AROUND ALLERGIES

Julianne Ponan MBE, CEO of top 14 allergen free brand Creative Nature, is educating up to 5,000 children in schools across the UK around living with allergies.

Updated: Sat 22 Apr 2023

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Author and international motivational speaker Stefan Thomas runs Spring workshops on how to become a paid public speaker

International motivational speaker and author of Business Networking for Dummies Stefan Thomas is holding a one-day workshop where he’ll coach individuals on how to speak on a public stage and how to find clients who will pay for strong speakers.

Updated: Mon 3 Apr 2023

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TOP 14 ALLERGEN FREE BRAND CREATIVE NATURE APPOINTS NEW NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Creative Nature, one of the UK’s leading top-14 allergen free snack brands, based in Surrey, has appointed Lance Hayward as their new non-executive director. Lance has over 30 years of industry experience with a focus on organisations of all sizes to succeed. He’s the MD and founder of The Hayward Partnership which launched in June 2014.

Updated: Thu 30 Mar 2023

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BUSINESS MOTIVATOR AND VISIBILITY COACH IS KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT GREAT BRITISH EXPOS 2023

Award winning business coach Taz Thornton has been invited to be a keynote speaker at this year’s The Great British Expos countrywide regional business shows. For the last decade, over 55,000 UK small and medium businesses have attended the seven regional events to network, conduct business and interact with suppliers and support services.

Updated: Wed 29 Mar 2023

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Former Paralympian Louise Hunt Skelley PLY becomes a mentor for the Tim Henman Foundation

Former elite British wheelchair tennis player Louise Hunt Skelley PLY has become a mentor for the youth charity the Tim Henman Foundation. The Foundation works across the UK to transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged young people by improving mental and physical health by creating sporting and educational opportunities.

Updated: Fri 24 Mar 2023

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Reaction to the Chancellor's budget for growth

The Spring Budget has come and gone and it's been dubbed by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt a budget for growth. He set the scene by talking about the way the UK has avoided a 'technical' recession and the prediction that inflation would go down to around 2.9 per cent by the end of this year.

Updated: Thu 16 Mar 2023

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ALLERGY CAMPAIGNER JULIANNE PONAN MBE TAKES CENTRE STAGE AT INTERNATIONAL FOOD & DRINK EVENT

Julianne Ponan MBE, CEO of allergy-free brand Creative Nature, will talk about the importance of catering for people with allergies at a key food industry event this month.

Updated: Tue 7 Mar 2023

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DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT COMPANY FILESTREAM IS THE HEADLINE SPONSOR OF THE GREAT BRITISH EXPOS 2023

Document management specialist company Filestream is the headline sponsor of this year’s Great British Expos regional business events. It is the second time that the company has sponsored the expos.

Updated: Mon 6 Mar 2023

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TOP 14 ALLERGEN FREE BRAND CREATIVE NATURE CHOSEN AS ‘SUCCESS STORY’ BY THE DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE

Creative Nature, one of the UK’s leading top-14 allergen free snack brands, has been chosen by the Department for Business & Trade as a successful small business which has embraced exports.

Updated: Wed 15 Feb 2023

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Networking expert to run workshops on becoming a paid public speaker

International motivational speaker and author of Business Networking for Dummies Stefan Thomas is holding two one-day workshops coaching individuals in how to speak on a public stage and how to find clients who will pay for strong speakers.

Updated: Thu 9 Feb 2023

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TOTAL DORSET TO GO LIVE PROVIDING COMMUNITY NEWS AND INFORMATION COUNTYWIDE

Total Guide to will be expanding with the launch of Total Dorset providing community news and information to the whole county.

Updated: Fri 3 Feb 2023

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Training in Reading

Whether you're a start-up or a small to medium-sized business, training has an endless list of benefits. Constantly learning new skills ensures that employees stay motivated and productive, it reduce employee turnover and most importantly creates a happy working environment. If you're looking for some business training in Reading, there are many possibilities available, for both individuals and organisations alike. Take a look at the options available to you today...

Updated: Thu 2 Feb 2023

Networking

Networking is a crucial part of being a successful in business. Not only can networking help you grow your customer base and generate leads, but it's a fantastic way to learn, develop and grow. Here, you will find all you need for networking in Reading including tips and networking events.

Updated: Thu 2 Feb 2023

Conferencing in Reading

Are you planning on holding your conference or business meeting in Reading? We've outlined the best Conference Venues in reading to cater for you whether you're planning an event for a large number of delegates or a small team meeting.

Updated: Thu 2 Feb 2023

THE TOP 7 ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS OF STORING YOUR COMPANY DOCUMENTS ONLINE

Sustainability and environmental concerns are increasingly at the forefront of decision-making for businesses of all sizes.

Updated: Wed 1 Feb 2023

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FROM REJECTION TO RECOGNITION - ALLERGY CAMPAIGNER JULIANNE PONAN AWARDED AN MBE

Allergy campaigner and award-winning businesswoman Julianne Ponan, founder of top 14 allergen free brand Creative Nature, has been awarded an MBE for services to business, exports and to people with allergies in the New Year’s Honours List.

Updated: Sat 31 Dec 2022

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Gold medal winner offers support in return for sponsorship as he attempts to make history at Paris 2024.

Gold medallist Chris Hunt Skelley MBE PLY is looking for sponsors to help cover the costs of training and vital equipment ahead of his bid to become the first double Paralympic champion in 25 years.

Updated: Fri 30 Dec 2022

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Wiltshire-based former Paralympian becomes patron of charity that supports female para-athletes

Louise Hunt Skelley PLY, the former British wheelchair tennis player, has become a patron of the Path to Success charity which provides financial support to aspiring and elite-level female GB Paralympians.

Updated: Fri 23 Dec 2022

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WELL KNOWN BUSINESSWOMAN NAMED SOUTH WEST NETWORKER OF THE YEAR

Rachel Matwiejczyk Booth, the sales and marketing director of digital news and marketing hub Total Swindon has been named Networker of the Year in the South West Business & Community Awards.

Updated: Tue 20 Dec 2022

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TECHNICAL DIRECTOR CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF BECOMING FATHER CHRISTMAS FOR CHARITY

By day he is the technical director of Berkshire-based document management specialist company Filestream, but businessman Paul Day has a very special second job as Father Christmas each December.

Updated: Wed 7 Dec 2022

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BUSINESS LEADERS INSPIRED TO INVEST IN SUSTAINABILITY AT READING CLIMATE FAYRE

Business leaders from across the region looking to act on climate change attended the very first annual Reading Climate Fayre today. Taking place in the wake of COP27, the event saw local leaders come together to discuss the region's transition to net-zero and the contribution this could make to tackling the cost-of-living crisis.

Updated: Tue 22 Nov 2022

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Author keeping the magic of Christmas alive with advent calendar-style audiobook

Author, Helen S Michaelsen, has released an advent calendar styled audiobook inspired by a little-known book her mother read to her as a child to inspire and keep the magic of Christmas alive.

Updated: Mon 21 Nov 2022

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AN AUSTERE AUTUMN AS THE UK IS OFFICIALLY IN RECESSION & WE’LL ALL FOOT THE BILL

It’s now official that the UK is in recession and after the economic turmoil of the last couple of months, it’s clear that everyone – business owner and consumer – will be helping to foot the big bills we face as a society.

Updated: Fri 18 Nov 2022

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TOP 14 ALLERGEN-FREE BRAND, CREATIVE NATURE, TEAMS UP WITH NEW FILM ‘ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICIAL’

TO CELEBRATE the release of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical, top 14 allergen free brand Creative Nature has become the first small business of its type to be selected as a promotional partner with a major feature film.

Updated: Tue 15 Nov 2022

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CYBER SECURITY EXPERT PAUL DAY IS A JUDGE FOR THE THAMES VALLEY AND SOUTH WEST BUSINESS AWARDS

Paul Day, technical director of Berkshire-based document management specialist Filestream, is to be a judge for both The Thames Valley and The South West Business & Community Awards organised by The Great British Expos Limited.

Updated: Mon 14 Nov 2022

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FOUNDERS OF HAPIHEMP CELEBRATE THEIR THIRD ANNIVERSARY

ENTREPRENEURS and friends Lorraine Clark and Sam Day, of Peterborough, are celebrating the third anniversary of their wellness and health product company Hapihemp.

Updated: Thu 20 Oct 2022

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BERKSHIRE TECH SPECIALISTS SHORTLISTED FOR PRESTIGIOUS SECTOR AWARD

Document management specialist Filestream has been shortlisted for an award in the prestigious Document Manager Awards 2022 – and winners will be revealed next month.

Updated: Fri 14 Oct 2022

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LEADING BAME FOSTERING AGENCY BANYA HOSTS AWARDS TO CELEBRATE THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF FOSTER CHILDREN

Leading BAME fostering agency, Banya will once again be hosting the ‘Banya Breakthrough Awards’ this month to celebrate the achievements of foster children in their care.

Updated: Thu 13 Oct 2022

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Conductor Anthony Brown and his Fulltone Orchestra take ‘A French Fantasy’ on tour

South West conductor Anthony Brown will be taking his huge 72 piece Fulltone Orchestra on a three-date tour this autumn to celebrate some of the most iconic French classical music.

Updated: Tue 4 Oct 2022

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Easy Ways to Start Saving Money

These easy ways for saving money will help you develop a simple and realistic strategy for meeting all of your short- and long-term savings goals.

Updated: Tue 4 Oct 2022

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FOUNDER OF ALLERGY-FREE BRAND CREATIVE NATURE CELEBRATES WIN AT PRESTIGIOUS BUSINESS INCLUSIVITY AWARDS

Julianne Ponan, CEO of allergy-free brand Creative Nature was named Business Woman of the Year at the MSDUK Conference and Awards which took place recently at Old Billingsgate in London. The conference and awards were attended by hundreds of entrepreneurs, exhibitors and supplier diversity leaders who gathered to honour the efforts of both large corporations and ethnic minority-owned businesses in making supply chains more inclusive and competitive.

Updated: Mon 3 Oct 2022

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SELF DEVELOPMENT EXPERT DAN STANLEY PUBLISHES HIS FIRST BOOK ‘RE-THINKING MASCULINITY’

Dan Stanley, the award winning ex-Army commando and founder of the organisation BetterMen, has published his first book ‘Rethinking Masculinity – a modern man’s guide to succeeding in life’. (available October 3). The 38-year-old who lives in South Wales created BetterMen in 2018 after experiencing an early mid-life crisis following the birth of his first child – a little girl. He felt lost in life, unsure of who he was and how he wanted to live his life.

Updated: Mon 3 Oct 2022

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INNOVATIVE ENGINEERING FIRM SCALED MAKE THEIR MARK ON THE LONDON MARATHON

As thousands of athletes take part in this weekend’s much anticipated London Marathon, they will all see the genius of two Swindon-based engineers without even knowing it! Bob Bradley and David Speight of Scaled Ltd, based on the Rushy Platt industrial estate in Swindon, have spent months creating 51 mile markers for the event from recycled plastic, using their large-scale 3D printing facilities and their own problem-solving skills.

Updated: Thu 29 Sep 2022

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A MARVELLOUS MINI BUDGET OR A MAD MISTAKE?

It was just 72 hours ago that our new Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng announced a mini Budget to deal with the various economic challenges we face both as consumers and business owners.

Updated: Mon 26 Sep 2022

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10th annual Women’s Business Conference and awards to be held in Cheltenham next month

Women’s Business Club will host its 10th annual conference and awards in Cheltenham on Wednesday October 5. The aim of the event is to inspire, empower and celebrate women in business whether they are starting out on their journey or already established SME businesswomen.

Updated: Wed 21 Sep 2022

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WHAT DO BUSINESS OWNERS WANT FROM THE NEW PRIME MINISTER LIZ TRUSS?

We all know that we have a new Prime Minister, Liz Truss, who won the leadership contest within the Conservative Party which has raged since the ousting of former Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

Updated: Thu 8 Sep 2022

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WOMEN’S BUSINESS CLUB TEAMS UP WITH ‘BETTERMEN’ NETWORK TO SUPPORT WOMEN & MEN & THEIR PARTNERS.

The national organisation Women’s Business Club is teaming up with self-development coaching enterprise, Better Men, to facilitate greater support and collaboration between women and men in the business world.

Updated: Wed 3 Aug 2022

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APPRENTICE PASSES WITH DISTINCTION AT ALLERGY-FREE BRAND CREATIVE NATURE

Surrey-based free-from food company, Creative Nature, is celebrating its latest success after employee Ryan Scott passed his apprenticeship with distinction.

Updated: Sun 31 Jul 2022

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WOMEN’S BUSINESS CLUB PARTNERS WITH ARC INSPIRATIONS TO HOST COFFEE & COWORKING EVENTS

The national organisation for female business owners, Women’s Business Club, is partnering with ARC Inspirations to hold Coffee & Coworking events in all 18 of the bar group’s venues across the north of England.

Updated: Wed 20 Jul 2022

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Ways To Make Your Construction Firm More Credible

Credibility is vital in the construction industry. People need to know they’re dealing with responsible builders at every turn.

Updated: Wed 20 Jul 2022

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PARALYMPIAN, CHRIS SKELLEY, TRIUMPHS TO TAKE GOLD IN JUDO AT BRAZIL GAMES

Paralympic gold medallist, Chris Skelley, who won gold at the Paralympic Games in Tokyo 2020, triumphed again to take gold at the Sao Paulo IBSA Grand Prix in Brazil (July 1 & 2).

Updated: Thu 14 Jul 2022

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HEALTHY EATING ON A BUDGET

We are all very conscious that food prices are soaring at the same time as our budgets are being squeezed with energy and fuel increases. Prices are rising between six and 15% and more price hikes are expected.

Updated: Fri 1 Jul 2022

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Why Packaging Is Now As Important As The Product Itself

You have a wonderful product idea, you’ve negotiated a great price with your supplier, and it’s almost time to launch and bring your offering to market.

Updated: Tue 28 Jun 2022

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GDPR EXPERT PAUL DAY IS GUEST SPEAKER AT MIDLANDS BUSINESS EXPO

PAUL DAY, expert on secure software & GDPR, who is technical director of document management specialist Filestream, will be a guest speaker at this week’s Midlands Business Expo in Birmingham.

Updated: Tue 21 Jun 2022

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INDEPENDENT FOSTERING AGENCY RATED OUTSTANDING ACROSS THE BOARD

Leading BAME fostering agency Banya is celebrating being ranked as outstanding in every category by education inspection body OFSTED.

Updated: Wed 15 Jun 2022

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DO YOU KNOW ABOUT PROSTATE ENLARGEMENT?

On the eve of Men’s Health Week (June 13 to June 20) leading up to Father’s Day on 19th June. nutritional therapist, Caroline Peyton, is sharing some tips to help with a prostate condition that affects one third of men over the age of 50.

Updated: Wed 15 Jun 2022

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PARALYMPIAN GOLD MEDALLIST, KADEENA COX, HELPS RAISE AWARENESS OF MS AT INTERNATIONAL AWARD CEREMONY

Paralympic gold medallist Kadeena Cox OBE appeared at the inaugural MS Brain Health Awards recently to raise awareness of the work being carried out globally to improve long-term outcomes for those living with MS and inspire further change.

Updated: Tue 14 Jun 2022

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The Invaluable Benefits Of Refurbishing The Interior Of Your Business

The average worker spends a huge portion of their life in the office or workplace. This means as a business owner, you need to ensure your workplace looks and feels welcoming for all. If you operate proceedings in person, it may be time to give your workplace a much-needed makeover. Here are some invaluable benefits attached to sprucing up the workplace and the positive influences it can have on your business.

Updated: Wed 8 Jun 2022

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MEET A MERMAID AT MAGICAL FESTIVAL IN MYSTICAL CORNWALL

A MERMAID lagoon, complete with ‘real’ mermaids will be one of the highlights of the 3 Wishes Fairy Festival in Cornwall next month.

Updated: Tue 31 May 2022

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CREATIVE NATURE FOUNDER IS KEY SPEAKER AT THE ALLERGY & FREE-FROM SHOW IN LONDON

Julianne Ponan, the founder of award-winning, allergy-free food brand, Creative Nature, will be one of the key speakers at The Allergy & Free-From Show in London this summer.

Updated: Sat 28 May 2022

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Paralympian Louise Hunt to commentate at this year’s Wimbledon championships

Former British wheelchair tennis player Louise Hunt will be sharing her expertise while commentating at this year’s Wimbledon championships in the final week (from July 7 to July 10)

Updated: Thu 26 May 2022

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‘COFFEE & CO-WORKING’ LAUNCHED TO CREATE 1,000 SAFE SPACES FOR FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS

The national organisation for female business owners, Women’s Business Club, is launching a ‘Coffee & Co-Working’ initiative to bring more women together as the pandemic threat eases.

Updated: Tue 17 May 2022

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How To Recruit The Best Employees When Using Lottery Winnings To Open a Business

Updated: Mon 9 May 2022

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SMALL SNACK BRAND TAKES ON THE BIG NAMES AND WINS!

THE latest sweet snack products from free-from brand Creative Nature have won a prestigious UK Quality Food Award beating off competition from both Asda and Lidl.

Updated: Mon 9 May 2022

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One of the South West's leading digital agencies shares some SEO tips to drive sales in 2021

With more companies working from home and the digital space becoming increasingly important, SEO expert Rob Curtis, shares some tips business owners can use to be more effective online.

Updated: Mon 9 May 2022

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PODCAST TELLING THE TRUTH ABOUT THE DARK ARTS OF PR REACHES 1,000 DOWNLOADS

MORE than 1000 people have downloaded a new podcast hosted by Swindon journalist and media consultant Fiona Scott to dispel the myths and mysteries around the dark arts of PR.

Updated: Thu 7 Apr 2022

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Climate survey reveals the public’s evolving attitudes to going green and achieving net zero

A survey conducted by Action Net Zero, the community interest company, with a mission to help communities across the South West embrace a greener future, has revealed growing participation in green initiatives – and still a long way to go.

Updated: Thu 7 Apr 2022

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FOOD ENTREPRENEUR JULIANNE PONAN APPOINTED FIRST EVER AMBASSADOR FOR MEDICALERT

ENTREPRENEUR Julianne Ponan, known across the UK as a leading campaigner for those living with allergies, has been appointed as the first ambassador for the charity MedicAlert, the UK’s only charity offering medical ID services.

Updated: Wed 6 Apr 2022

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Nutritional therapist launches 14-day online menopause programme

Caroline Peyton, the qualified nutritional therapist and naturopath behind Peyton Principles, is launching a 14-day online Menopause Programme on March 28.

Updated: Fri 11 Mar 2022

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7 Reasons why Digital Marketing can help you grow your brand or Online Business

With the evolution of and changes in modern technology, both small and large scale businesses are working on things that can get them good exposure online. More and more offline businesses are taking on the online structure while others are working on their digital marketing strategies.

Updated: Wed 12 Jan 2022

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JOURNALIST LAUNCHES PODCAST TO TELL THE TRUTH ABOUT PR

Swindon journalist and media consultant Fiona Scott has launched a podcast to dispel the myths and mysteries around the dark arts of PR.

Updated: Thu 23 Dec 2021

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Nutrition Tips to maintain your weight over Christmas

By qualified nutritional therapist and naturopath Caroline Peyton of Peyton Principles. Caroline has clinics in Wiltshire & the Cotswolds as well as online.

Updated: Wed 22 Dec 2021

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VOLUNTEERS FROM LECHLADE, OXON, READING & SWINDON HELP ENVIRONMENT PROJECT AT BLUE CROSS CENTRE

Lucy Staveley, who grew up in Lechlade, but now lives in Fulbrook near Burford with her husband, Toby and four children, Sam, Otto, Georgia and Ellie, has always been involved in conservation projects and wanted to do something locally to restore nature in the Burford area.

Updated: Fri 17 Dec 2021

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CO-FOUNDERS OF BABY FOOD BRAND, TOM POM ORGANIC, RUN 10K TO HELP FIGHT HUNGER IN THE UK

Kari Sherman and Dr Andy Pullen, co-founders of allergy-friendly baby food brand Tom Pom Organic, took part in the Hampton Court Palace 10k run recently to raise money for FareShare UK.

Updated: Tue 14 Dec 2021

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Planning Your Professional Photography for 2022

By Neil Moore of Moore Photographics based in Wiltshire yet operating across the UK. Photography is rarely on the top of business expenditure, which is a great shame – because good photographs lead to sales. Sales lead to profit.

Updated: Tue 7 Dec 2021

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Creative agency, Hamilton-Brown, collaborates with social enterprise 64 Million Artists

The team at creative agency, Hamilton-Brown, with offices in London and Bristol have announced a new collaboration with the social enterprise, 64 Million Artists (64MA).

Updated: Wed 24 Nov 2021

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BURN OUT EXPERT TAKES CENTRE STAGE AT WELLBEING EVENT FOR HR PROFESSIONALS

Entrepreneur Kelly Swingler will be a keynote speaker this month at The Richmond Human Resources Forum in London sharing the story of her burnout experience which led her to create the world’s first Wellbeing for HR Programme.

Updated: Wed 3 Nov 2021

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ALLERGY CAMPAIGNER JULIANNE PONAN IS NAMED ‘ENTREPRENEURIAL BUSINESS WOMAN OF THE YEAR’

Julianne Ponan, the founder of allergy-free food brand, Creative Nature and well known campaigner around allergies and anaphylaxis, is celebrating winning another two prestigious awards including Entrepreneurial Businesswoman of the Year 2021.

Updated: Fri 22 Oct 2021

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TWO PIONEERING WOMEN LEAD £90M HIGHWAYS FRAMEWORK

CLAIRE Coetzee and Suzie Mott, who head up the Framework Contracting division for family firm M J Church, have helped the company win a £90m deal which secures work for their 400 staff for the next six years.

Updated: Tue 19 Oct 2021

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NTEGRA HOSTS EXCLUSIVE AUTUMN TECH SUMMIT SHOWCASING TECH OF THE FUTURE

The team at innovative technology company Ntegra is hosting an Autumn Tech Discovery Summit in London showcasing some of the most promising tech start-ups in the UK.

Updated: Tue 12 Oct 2021

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How to manage risk exposure in Forex trading?

In every business, money management is a crucial factor. It is necessary for everyone because it handles the investment. And a businessman also controls the expense using money management. In the case of a trading profession, the traders benefit from this system a lot. That's because their careers are dependent on vulnerability.

Updated: Mon 11 Oct 2021

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Ten Things You Need To Know About Modern Telemarketing:

By Claire Brewerton, MD & co-founder of the Virtual Business Centre based in Wiltshire. Claire has run her business for more than 21 years and supports companies up and down the UK. One of the services offered is modern telemarketing.

Updated: Fri 8 Oct 2021

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4 Reasons Why More Businesses Are Using Off-Site Storage Containers

There are various reasons why a business might require storage space; renovations, additions to existing buildings, or downsizing many of the reasons companies choose to store their documents and equipment. No matter what the reasons, there are plenty of storage solutions available for businesses.

Updated: Wed 6 Oct 2021

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Charitable Co-operative MindforYou raises more than £460,000 to help people with dementia live their best lives.

An organisation which helps those with dementia, and their carers, to go on holiday, have raised £465,000 to extend their work.

Updated: Fri 1 Oct 2021

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RARE JAMES BOND 2kg GOLD COIN UP FOR GRABS!

The Britannia Coin Company celebrates its first anniversary with a rare coin raffle

Updated: Wed 22 Sep 2021

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Royds Withy King among first UK law firms to offer compassionate leave to employees who suffer pregnancy loss before 24 weeks

Legal firm Royds Withy King have launched a new Pregnancy Loss Policy that offers compassionate leave to expectant mothers who lose their child before 24 weeks.

Updated: Wed 22 Sep 2021

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COLLABORATION AND CONFIDENCE AT THE HEART OF TOTAL GUIDE TO’S AMBITION FOR GROWTH

The team at the digital marketing and community news hub Total Guide to are collaborating with their clients and recruiting staff to drive growth following the pandemic.

Updated: Wed 15 Sep 2021

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Radio 4 increases airtime for the arts with new shows and an extended Front Row

Radio 4 is upping its arts coverage, to bring the best in cultural interview, discussion and criticism to our listeners, in a revamped offering.

Updated: Wed 15 Sep 2021

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Reasons why having holiday cover for telephone answering is brilliant for a consultancy business

By Claire Brewerton of the Virtual Business Centre, offering outsourced telephone answering, telemarketing and call centre services.

Updated: Wed 18 Aug 2021

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LEADING PRINT & MERCHANDISE COMPANY SUPPORTS NEW MARC ALBRIGHTON FOOTBALL ACADEMY

Embello, a leading printing and merchandise company has been busy providing branded football kit to Premier League player Marc Albrighton as he launches his academy for young players at Tamworth Football Club.

Updated: Thu 22 Jul 2021

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INDEPENDENT FOSTERING AGENCY, BANYA, ENGAGES WITH TOP NAMES AT BE INSPIRED 2021

One of the UK’s leading independent fostering agency, Banya, is looking forward to their young foster children, carers and workers engaging with the Be Inspired event to empower young people who have experienced care, which takes place on Saturday 31st July.

Updated: Thu 22 Jul 2021

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Award-winning coach promoted to the Champions league of speakers

Award-winning coach and personal empowerment specialist Taz Thornton has joined the illustrious roster of leading speaker agency Champions Speakers.

Updated: Mon 12 Jul 2021

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ALLERGY-FREE BRAND, CREATIVE NATURE, WELCOMES NEW RECRUIT

Allergy-free food company, Creative Nature, has recruited 19 year old Ryan Scott on an apprenticeship to be a store and warehouse operative.

Updated: Mon 12 Jul 2021

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ENTREPRENEUR SUPPORTS CHARITY BY DONATING CHILD-FRIENDLY WRITING KITS TO CHILDREN IN HOSPITAL

Surlender Pendress, the co-founder of The Love Writing Co, not only has a passion to help children at nurseries, primary and pre-school with their learning journey, but she is also helping families with a child in hospital.

Updated: Wed 7 Jul 2021

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Award-winning coach to pen regular column for LGBTQ+ community

Award-winning coach, author and personal empowerment specialist Taz Thornton has been announced as a new columnist for OutNews Global, the London-based online magazine for the LGBTQ+ community.

Updated: Fri 25 Jun 2021

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Ten Things I’ve Learned during Lockdown – what about you?

By Kyle Raffo, entrepreneur, investor and founder of Embello. Kyle, who is just 27 years old, started his first business at 16, was one of the first cohort in the Peter Jones Academy and is well known as an upcoming serial entrepreneur in the West Midlands. He is also a paramedic and divides his time between running his own printing and merchandise business, which he aims to be the best in the UK, and helping the most vulnerable in his community.

Updated: Tue 22 Jun 2021

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£25,000 Business Boost grant launched to help start or grow a small business

Updated: Thu 17 Jun 2021

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TOP NUT-FREE CHOCOLATE SWEET TREAT IS GOLD MEDAL WINNER

Leading free-from food brand, Creative Nature, has been named as a Gold Medal Winner in the FreeFrom Food Awards 2021.

Updated: Tue 8 Jun 2021

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FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR HELPING TO CHANGE THE WORLD OF WORK AND SUPPORTING INSPIRING WORKPLACE AWARDS

Kelly Swingler, an executive coach to CEOs and senior people leaders who want to lead from their core and change the world of work, has joined the team at Inspiring Workplaces.

Updated: Tue 1 Jun 2021

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Fiona Scott's 2021 Summer Business Plan

Today we're talking to Fiona Scott of Scott Media. Fiona has run her business from Swindon for the last 13 years and she's currently organising her first national PR & Business Retreat in 2022, alongside a working national journalist, to help business owners understand how the media works and make valuable contacts.

Updated: Thu 27 May 2021

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TECHNOLOGY COMPANY NTEGRA SECURES DEAL WITH NORTHUMBRIAN WATER

The team at innovative technology company Ntegra is celebrating securing a contract with utilities giant Northumbrian Water Group to create a new intranet allowing their 3,000 staff to communicate effectively.

Updated: Fri 21 May 2021

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South West entrepreneur Jodie Fraser named a UK property hero in national awards

Jodie Fraser, founder of Fraser Allen Estate Management, has been named as a winner in the Property Hero Awards 2020 for ‘going that extra mile in an exceptional year’. The awards celebrate extraordinary individuals within the property management industry who achieve things that often go unnoticed in the wider world.

Updated: Wed 19 May 2021

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CEO OF TOP 14 ALLERGEN FREE BRAND IS FINALIST IN FREE FROM HERO AWARD

JULIANNE Ponan, CEO of leading free-from food brand Creative Nature has been named as finalist in the national Free From Hero awards on the eve of Allergy Awareness Week (w/c May 24).

Updated: Wed 19 May 2021

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Hargreaves Lansdown launches Menstruation and Menopause Policy

WEALTH management company Hargreaves Lansdown which has its HQ in Bristol has launched its first dedicated Menstruation and Menopause Policy.

Updated: Wed 19 May 2021

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APPEAL FOR MORE FOSTER CARERS TO STEP UP DURING FOSTER CARE FORTNIGHT

As leading BAME fostering agency Banya celebrates its 25th anniversary, the team are appealing for more foster carers to come forward – the need post pandemic is greater than ever.

Updated: Tue 11 May 2021

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ENTREPRENEURS WHO RAISED THOUSANDS FOR CHARITY ARE BACKED BY STEPHEN FRY

Business owners Anthony and Jemma Brown have raised £1000s over the last year as they changed their business model to work alongside charities – and their work on one project was supported by British icon, writer, actor and presenter Stephen Fry.

Updated: Mon 10 May 2021

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PIONEERING VILLAGE THEATRE COMPANY IS ONE OF THE FIRST TO PRESENT A LIVE SHOW AFTER LOCKDOWN

Mansell McTaggart Estate Agents, presents: The Frow Show

Updated: Tue 27 Apr 2021

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Organic food brand Tom Pom Organic plans to raise money for food waste charity

Tom Pom Organic, the frozen baby food brand, has announced plans to raise funds for FareShare, the UK’s biggest charity fighting hunger and food waste, through membership of the 1% for the Planet.

Updated: Wed 21 Apr 2021

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A Year Since Lockdown - Liz Hutchings

By Liz Hutchings, Founder and Managing Director, Total Guide to Ltd. Total Guide to is a group of information websites across the UK including Swindon, Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Poole, Reading, Manchester providing local residents, businesses, students, tourists with up to date local information and giving businesses a digital marketing platform to promote themselves and their services. We also offer a full service Digital Marketing agency.

Updated: Tue 23 Mar 2021

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ANTIQUES EXPERT PLANS TO OPEN A NEW WILTSHIRE AUCTION HOUSE

THE team behind Old Bank Antiques in Royal Wootton Bassett have revealed that they have bought the next door property – formerly the Co-op – ready to open an auction house.

Updated: Thu 11 Mar 2021

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DIGITAL MARKETING BRAND TOTAL GUIDE TO EXPANDS ITS SERVICES

Digital marketing and digital news brand Total Guide to has expanded its range of services, offering professional branding and social media services for start-ups and businesses ready to move forward out of the pandemic.

Updated: Wed 10 Mar 2021

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Probate professional is passionate about preventing families being ripped off

Covid-19 is still very much the top story in the media during these unprecedented times of pandemic and lockdown. Over 112,000 people have now lost their lives to Covid-19 and many bereaved families have been left concerned about how to deal with the estate of their loved ones. Who can advise them? What is the estate worth?

Updated: Tue 9 Mar 2021

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Looking Ahead To International Women’s Day 2021

On March 8 it will be the annual day to celebrate women across all walks of life and all over the world. This year's day has the theme #choosetochallenge. We've invited women from across the UK - including Swindon - to take part and share their views. Some have also been kind enough to donate to some fundraising in honour of IWD 2021 we've done in several of our areas including Swindon and Dorset. Many thanks to those who have spared a few pennies to support a local charity at this challenging time.

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ACCOUNTANCY FIRM LAUNCHES EMPLOYERS’ SERVICES PARTNERSHIP

Accountancy firm Haines Watts Swindon has collaborated with local experts in employment law, HR and executive/management coaching to launch Haines Watts Employer Services.

Updated: Wed 3 Feb 2021

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ONE OF THE UK’S LEADING FOSTERING AGENCY APPEALS FOR MORE FOSTER CARERS DURING CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH WEEK

One of the UK’s leading fostering agencies, Banya, is appealing for more foster carers to come forward and provide a safe home for children unable to live with their birth families.

Updated: Mon 1 Feb 2021

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How leaders can keep up with the 3 Rs:

Tips on excellence in leadership from Genius Learning

Updated: Tue 19 Jan 2021

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Nutrition Tips to maintain your weight over Christmas

By nutritional therapist Caroline Peyton of Peyton Principles. Caroline runs clinics in Swindon and the Cotswolds (virtually any where and her business celebrated its 10th anniversary this year.

Updated: Mon 21 Dec 2020

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TOWERGATE LAUNCHES ENHANCED BENEFIT FOR CANCER CHECKS

A recent study published in the world-renowned medical journal The Lancet, concluded that the UK might see an additional 3,500 cancer deaths over the next five years, as a result of the suspension of routine cancer screening services during the Covid-19 lockdown period.

Updated: Thu 17 Dec 2020

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Entrepreneur and allergy advocate Julianne Ponan is named Anaphylaxis Campaign’s newest ambassador

The Anaphylaxis Campaign, the only UK-wide charity operating solely for the growing numbers of people at risk from severe allergic reactions, has welcomed a new Ambassador to help raise awareness and create a safer environment for those with allergies.

Updated: Wed 16 Dec 2020

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MUM WHO STRUGGLED TO FIND SAFE, NUTRITIOUS FOOD FOR HER ALLERGIC SON LAUNCHES HER OWN BRAND

Introducing Tom Pom Organic

Updated: Mon 14 Dec 2020

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SHEDDING LIGHT ON A GREY AREA

The number of companies relying solely on their own fleet of vehicles to provide mobility for their employees has been declining for several years. Conversely, the number of employees using their own vehicles for business purposes has increased significantly. It’s those employee-owned vehicles used for business purposes that are termed grey fleet vehicles.

Updated: Wed 9 Dec 2020

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Success for two members of Digital Marketing team

TWO young members of the team at UK brand Total Guide to (TGt) have gained their Level 3 and 4 qualifications in digital marketing.

Updated: Fri 4 Dec 2020

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NATIONAL SMALL BUSINESS CAMPAIGN #SBS CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY (with a little help from a South West business)

Family-run company, The Virtual Business Centre, has revealed it’s been quietly supporting the well-known national social media campaign #SBS (Small Business Sunday), created ten years ago by TV Dragon Theo Paphitis.

Updated: Wed 2 Dec 2020

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ALLERGY CAMPAIGNER JULIANNE PONAN NAMED UK AMBASSADOR FOR LIFE-SAVING APP

JULIANNE Ponan, CEO of leading free-from food brand Creative Nature and campaigner for allergy sufferers has been named as the UK face of an app aimed at saving lives.

Updated: Mon 30 Nov 2020

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MILLIONS OF MOTORISTS FACE FINES DUE TO LOCKDOWN MEASURES

As full lockdown measures are replaced, unwary drivers could find themselves facing fines.

Updated: Wed 25 Nov 2020

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Producers unify through Food from England

A powerful new group has been formed to give England’s food and drink industry a strong collective voice in the wake of Covid 19 and Brexit.

Updated: Tue 17 Nov 2020

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ENTREPRENEUR AND AUTHOR BOB HAYWARD PUBLISHES HIS LATEST BOOK ON ‘PROFIT’.

Bob Hayward, a business owner and investor has written his fifth book to help other small to medium business owners get to grips with the most important aspect of sales – profits.

Updated: Mon 16 Nov 2020

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PERSONAL GUARANTEE INSURANCE

In these challenging times for businesses, we focus on Personal Guarantee Insurance and how it can protect your business and personal finances.

Updated: Wed 11 Nov 2020

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Willow HR named as Family Friendly Business of the Year

HR specialist Laura Callahan and her team at Willow HR have won the national award of Family Friendly Business of The Year 2020.

Updated: Thu 5 Nov 2020

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