Business Free borrowing wellbeing app ilumoni announces beta launch A brand new financial wellbeing app for borrowing, ilumoni, has announced it is now available through a private beta, following FCA authorisation in January of this year. In a first for borrower wellbeing, the free to use, AI-driven app, helps its users to understand and manage their borrowing. It brings By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Top hosts & a packed programme announced for Welcome to Yorkshire’s Y21 tourism event TV’s Dr Amir Khan and multi-Gold-winning Paralympian Hannah Cockroft MBE, DL, have both been confirmed as hosts for this year’s Welcome to Yorkshire Y21 event. Virtually shining the spotlight on Yorkshire’s tourism industry, Y21 will be held on Tuesday 30th,10am to 11.30am, with a packed By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Harrogate firm unveils rebrand as it eyes future growth TALENTStream announces it has rebranded to Strive Group, becoming a connected experience agency. Following the acquisition of Strive by TALENTStream in 2019, the firm was able to broaden their creative service offering. A full rebrand has now been executed by the in-house team, giving a cohesive strategy for the future By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Webinar on exporting with the Department for International Trade With Andrea Jenkyns MP: Friday 19th March at 2pm - 3pm Would you like to learn about how you can grow your business by finding new international customers? Would you like to know what support is available to help you export? Andrea Jenkyns MP is delighted to invite you to By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Ascensor evolve customer portal loan app for home credit provider Morses Club Remote lending improves service for customers, including those affected by social distancing. Leeds’ digital development specialist Ascensor [http://www.ascensor.co.uk/] has strengthened its relationship with home credit provider Morses Club [http://www.morsesclub.com/], with the development of an app, enabling customers to manage their personal loans via By The Editor • 1 min read
Business MBO for Settle paper packaging business Long established Settle-based business John Roberts Holdings has completed a Management Buyout (MBO) for an undisclosed sum, supported by a team of Yorkshire advisers and funders. With a track record of supplying a wide range of paper-based packaging materials, John Roberts Paper & Packaging is one of only a few By The Editor • 1 min read
Business The Engine Room brings in experienced duo to lead on creative brand projects Strategic brand consultancy The Engine Room has welcomed two key appointments – with 35 years’ experience between them – to support the business’s 2021 growth plans. Highly-skilled senior designer Neil Herke returns to the Mirfield-headquartered agency having previously been the organisation’s head of digital in 2013. Originally in the post By The Editor • 2 min read
Business IoD awards Fellowship to York director Nick Bradley North Yorkshire businessman Nick Bradley has been awarded Fellowship of the Institute of Directors in recognition of his support for the region’s business community. Nick is founder and CEO of Mandala Leaders, which delivers leadership development programmes to organisations ranging from the NHS and Cabinet Office to tech start-ups By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Kirklees College to showcase vocational learning in upcoming Virtual Open Days The popularity of vocational qualifications is growing with an increased demand for high skilled technical employees and new government initiatives raising their profile. As one of the leading vocational college’s in the area, Kirklees College is passionate about equipping young people with the relevant practical skills to progress in By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Accessibility agency awarded sporting heritage contract Sporting Heritage CIC has appointed digital accessibility & inclusion consultancy firm KreativeInc Agency to improve their digital presence and support their Neurodiverse Museum project. The not-for-profit social enterprise, Sporting Heritage CIC supports the collection, preservation, access and research of sporting heritage in the UK. The CIC have appointed the neurodiverse By The Editor • 1 min read
Business New era begins at popular Huddersfield Nursery & Forest School A manager at one of Huddersfield’s leading private day nurseries has stepped down after 25 years. Samantha Richmond leaves Oakwood House Nursery & Forest School in Edgerton to be replaced by experienced childcare professional Gail Howarth. Oakwood House is part of the Portland Nurseries group which has four sites By The Editor • 2 min read
Business New luxury Leeds workspace opens, with a history of defying norms Wizu Workspace has completed renovations on the landmark Grade II listed building, 46 Park Place in Leeds, which has a long, rich history of championing diversity and challenging norms. Park Place, boasts elegant, boutique style interiors, with eye-catching artwork and bespoke handmade furniture pieces. The historic building, with its distinct By The Editor • 1 min read
