Business IoD launches search for South Yorkshire chair The Institute of Directors (IoD) is seeking a new chair to become its voice of business for South Yorkshire. The chair’s seat is currently occupied by Keith Jackson who has held the role for the last six years. Keith is CEO of Brandon Medical, Leeds, and was previously MD By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Digital marketing agency partners with Microsoft Leeds-based digital marketing agency Bolser has partnered with Microsoft Global Channel Marketing in Redmond, Washington, to create a new advertising platform for retailers worldwide. The new platform lets retailers host ads showing real-time live streams generated by Xbox Interactive Studios (XiS) on their company websites. These ads show gameplay footage By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Yorkshire company shining beacon of light on male mental health RJC Plant Services Ltd based near Tadcaster, North Yorkshire are raising awareness of male mental health and suicide in the construction sector, by taking part in a sponsored hair growth challenge for the Lighthouse Club Charity. The 10 man team, who provide grab hire and road sweeping services across Yorkshire By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Two upcoming events to inspire the No Code Community Tech investment and the use of no code are two very pertinent topics in the world of start-ups. The immense speed at which founders are able to bring their ideas to life and then pivot on the spot with no code is staggering, and the investment firms of the land By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Insurance firm looks to London Leeds and Hull based Kennett Insurance Brokers and Risk Management (Kennett), part of one of the UK’s largest independent and family owned insurance brokers, Willis Insurance and Risk Management (Willis), has seen two strategic appointments as the Group sets their sights firmly on London and on further expansion. Following By The Editor • 3 min read
Business New Knowledge Transfer Partnership gets under the skin of pet health Vet-tech specialist Vet-AI has welcomed two senior academics from the University of Leeds to its fast-growing team as it takes its revolutionary Joii app to the next level. The company, based at University of Leeds innovation hub, Nexus, has formed a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Mark Gilthorpe, Professor of By The Editor • 2 min read
Business TUI launches winter 2021/22 and summer 2022 programmes TUI UK has launched winter 2021 and 2022 holidays from Doncaster Sheffield and is set to put summer 2022 holidays on sale from 5th November, including thousands of free kids’ places, low deposits from £75 per person and £0 deposit on direct debit bookings made online on offer. This comes By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Update for Leeds city entering Tier 3 this week A £59.3m package of support for local communities and businesses in Leeds and the rest of West Yorkshire has been agreed as the area enters the government’s Tier 3 restrictions category on Monday 2 November. A £59.3m package of support for local communities and businesses in Leeds By The Editor • 5 min read
Business Acumen awarded HFO tank farm decommissioning project Specialist waste management and industrial site services provider Acumen, has been awarded the significant South Bank Wharf Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) Tank Farm decommissioning project at Teesworks creating 20 new jobs. As principal contractor on this standalone project Acumen’s award includes the remnant product waste removal, decontamination and demolition By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Influencer launches free online networking sessions for youngsters across the UK A 20-year-old influencer is to host free online networking sessions for young people in a bid to raise their confidence, increase opportunities for personal growth and aid career progression. Alexa Wilkinson, a Leeds-based lifestyle and beauty influencer has teamed up with online virtual networking firm Meeow to host ‘Late Nights By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Business distress surges ahead in Yorkshire Financial distress is increasing exponentially across Yorkshire’s economy, with every industry sector experiencing a substantial rise in financial difficulties, according to the latest research from leading independent insolvency and restructuring business advisory firm Begbies Traynor. Published today (29 October 2020), the Red Flag Alert data from Begbies Traynor reveals By The Editor • 2 min read
Business KC Communications shortlisted in National Apprenticeship Awards Huddersfield based PR and marketing agency, KC Communications [http://www.kccomms.co.uk/] has been named a regional finalist in the employer category of the National Apprenticeship Awards. Now in their 17th year, the National Apprenticeship Awards showcase the diverse and growing range of sectors engaged with apprenticeships. The awards By The Editor • 2 min read
