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Special Event to Launch Joel Richards Scholarship Fund at the University of Worcester
A special event at the University of Worcester Arena will mark the launch of a new scholarship fund dedicated to the memory of former student Joel Richards. Held in the Arena’s conference suite, named in Joel’s honour, the evening will feature reflections on ‘Walking...
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Special Event to Launch Joel Richards Scholarship Fund at the University of Worcester
A special event at the University of Worcester Arena will mark the launch of a new scholarship fund dedicated to the memory of former student Joel Richards. Held in the Arena’s conference suite, named in Joel’s honour, the evening will feature reflections on ‘Walking...
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3 Traits That Lead The Self-Employed To Success
1. Strong communication skills Clear and effective communication is crucial for self-employed success, whether you’re pitching to customers, networking, or negotiating contracts. Successful individuals can articulate their value proposition and build strong...
Intellectual Property (IP) : The Overlooked Driver of Business Growth and Finance
When we talk about business growth, the focus often turns to funding, recruitment, or expanding into new markets. But there’s one asset that’s frequently overlooked—and yet it’s probably the most valuable: your Intellectual Property (IP). Whether you’re...
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Hayward Wright recruits new team member to drive growth in Worcestershire
Leading Worcestershire-based accountancy firm, Hayward Wright, has recruited Daniel Lewis to join their team to help lead and grow its Worcester office. Lewis joins Hayward Wright following his time in industry as financial controller for Ultra PCS, a...
Kidderminster College’s Graduation Ceremony 2024
Kidderminster College recently celebrated their amazing graduates at St. George’s Church in their annual graduation ceremony. This ceremony celebrated the hard work, dedication, and resilience of our students, who have achieved so much during their time with us....
Chamber News
Join the businesses harnessing peer support to drive success in 2021-22
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are supporting the new Worcestershire Growth Hub Peer Networks support programme in Worcestershire and are encouraging businesses to sign up and discover connections that go far beyond networking.
How smaller retailers can avoid spending more than they have to
The outlook is tough; however here’s one simple step to control your outgoings We have all heard about how the high street is under immense pressure, with smaller retailers taking the brunt of the impact of challenging trading conditions. The shift to online shopping,...
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Let’s Go Spotty for Dotty!
The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust is pleased to announce our upcoming Let’s go spotty for Dotty event. This is Dotty, our Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust mascot. Could you join Dotty on the 29th May and wear something spotty, bake spotty cakes, turn the front...
Hand in Hand for Oscar comes shining through
We are absolutely delighted to be able to share this news with you today. At the end of last year, Worcestershire and the West Midlands came together with the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust to fundraise over half a million pounds to fund potentially lifesaving...
Rishi Sunak announces £1bn fund for businesses
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has set out a £1bn fund to help businesses hit by the rise in Covid cases, including the leisure and hospitality sector. The Chancellor revealed: Businesses in the hospitality and leisure sectors in England will be eligible for one-off grants of...
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Rishi Sunak announces £1bn fund for businesses
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has set out a £1bn fund to help businesses hit by the rise in Covid cases, including the leisure and hospitality sector. The Chancellor revealed: Businesses in the hospitality and leisure sectors in England will be eligible for one-off grants of...
Worcestershire News
First chance to see inside Worcester’s revamped Arches
Local artists and creatives were offered the chance to get an early preview of the five refurbished spaces which are about to open as part of the £4.5 million project, The Arches – Worcester. Open days were held on February 9 and 14 at the newly fitted-out Victorian...
Cleantech Bootcamp and Workshops in North Worcestershire
BetaDen North, enabled by Wyre Forest District Council and Worcestershire County Council is a project funded by the UK Government through the UK Community Renewal Fund that is designed to support businesses in the push to the UK’s NetZero targets. The have recently...
Herefordshire News
The Courtyard Hereford receives Weston Culture Fund Grant
The Courtyard Hereford has secured £144,404 funding from the Garfield Weston Foundation’s Weston Culture Fund. The Courtyard is one of over 100 Arts Organisations across the UK awarded over £30m from the new one-off fund to support the cultural sector, set-up by the...
New specialist support available for Marches businesses
More than 40 independent specialists have been appointed to deliver one-to-one support to businesses working with Marches Growth Hub teams across the region. Businesses helped by the expert advisers, working with hubs in Hereford, Shrewsbury and Telford, are already...
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FBC Manby Bowdler Trials Artificial Intelligence in Pioneering Research Project
A leading Midlands law firm is trialing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) as part of a pioneering nationwide research project to assess how it might shape the future of the legal sector. FBC Manby Bowdler is one of just eight firms across the country exploring...
Chamber Member Wins Special Recognition at National Awards Ceremony
Naomi Wachner, founder of Calibre Virtual Assistant Services (“Calibre”) and member of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, was named One to Watch at the Woman Who Achieves Awards 2024, held at Coombes Abbey Hotel, on 10th May 2024. Now in its...
Leadership Consultants Partner with Local Firm for Podcast
Earlier this year Strategus Consulting, the leadership consultants who provide business strategy & planning, coaching and mentoring through their Worcestershire and Southeast Hubs, launched The Leaders In Strategy Podcast, hosted by Mike Harris. Due to its...
Leaders in Strategy Episode 3: What influences a Strategy?
Welcome to the third episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast, where Mike Harris tackles the fundamental question – ‘What Influences A Strategy?’ Join him as he dives into the key factors that will shape your strategy which will be built upon in future blogs....
Celebrating Excellence Coacto’s Triple Shortlisting at the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards
We are thrilled to announce that Coacto has been shortlisted for not one, not two, but three prestigious awards at the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards! Our nominations include Cyber Business of the Year, Micro Business of the Year, and the Customer Excellence...
New Charitable Fund for Worcestershire Launches
Worcestershire Community Foundation in partnership with Worcestershire County Council are launching a new £200,000 funding programme to support local communities through small grants, positively impacting all areas of the county. The Strengthening Worcestershire Fund...
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