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Property Lending specialists, Exeter Finance, reaches significant milestone, with ten year funding partnership with Shawbrook

Hot on the heels of celebrating a decade in the property lending sector in 2023, Exeter Finance have now reached a further milestone with a ten year collaboration with Shawbrook.

Exeter Finance is a specialist provider of loan facilities in the South West and was established by Peter Keech in 2013 to serve the local property market with a personal and efficient approach. The business has arranged over 700 loans to date, 130 of these current, and delivered over £250million to fund bridging loans, auction purchases and development projects.

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Shadow Minister for AI and Intellectual Property to deliver keynote talk at South West AI conference

Authored by Program
Posted: Mon, 02/12/2024 - 1:41pm

The South West Business Council (SWBC) has announced that the Shadow Minister for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Intellectual Property, Matt Rodda, will deliver the keynote address at their conference: ‘Harnessing the Power of AI: Meeting the Challenges’ on 16th February 2024 at the Great Hall, University of Exeter.

The event, co-sponsored by tech giants Microsoft, specialist law firm Michelmores, and leading AI company Hertzian, will be held in response to the Chancellor’s Autumn statement released in November 2023. The statement outlined the significant opportunities for...

Exeter's Tyler Grange names Jon Berry as Managing Director, as Simon Ursell moves to Chair

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/11/2024 - 11:45pm

Exeter-based B Corp four-day week firm environmental consultancy Tyler Grange has appointed Jon Berry as Managing Director. He supersedes Simon Ursell, who becomes Chair of the firm.

Both proven and innovative business leaders co-founded The Quay's Tyler Grange - expert in arboriculture, ecology and landscape planning – 14 years ago.

As Managing Director, Jon Berry - previously Sales Director / Director of People, Places & Purpose – is now responsible for developing the consultancy’s commercial, people and ESG strategies and leading its 100+ strong nationwide team...

Why Set Up an Offshore Company?

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 02/09/2024 - 6:10am

In the field of financial planning, a question arises, Why set up an offshore company? Delving into the intricacies of erecting a foreign entity becomes imperative for those seeking advantages in the realms of tax benefits, financial confidentiality, and safeguarding assets.

This journey aims to clarify the logic of starting a business outside of one's own country. Grasping the motives behind instigating an offshore venture and comprehending the pivotal role of corporate inception becomes paramount for navigating the convolutions of global business. It establishes a robust...

Unbelievable Offers From Morrisons Groceries You Cannot Miss

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Thu, 02/08/2024 - 4:14pm

Finding solid and affordable grocery choices close to you can be intense. If you appear to be identical, Morrisons Groceries ought to be your next stop. It has been a reliable favorite by various grocery customers . This is because their obligation to quality and responsibility is extraordinarily great. What separates Morrisons are unbelievable offers that take special care of different purchaser needs, making it a go-to objective for both thrifty customers and those looking for premium items. In this blog, we will investigate a portion of the staggering offers from Morrisons Groceries...

Exeter firm crowned winner at prestigious Bett Awards

Maths Kitchen, based in Exeter, has been crowed a winner at the prestigious Bett Awards 2024 – a celebration of the most innovative solutions and technologies transforming the lives of students and educators worldwide.

The Bett Awards are a highlight of Bett UK, the world’s biggest EdTech event, which took place at London’s ExCeL Centre from 24-26 January 2024. Across the three days, it brought together 30,000 stakeholders – including 10,000 education decision-makers, 600 innovative EdTech and resource solution providers, and 400 speakers.

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5 Ways to Improve Employee Morale

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Thu, 02/08/2024 - 9:06am

Do you feel as though your team morale isn’t everything that it could be? If so then now is the time for you to make a change. If you don’t make a change now then you may find that your employee turnover rate is higher than it needs to be and that you are not able to connect with your staff on the level you’d like. If you want to do something about that then the only thing you have to do is take a look below.

Plan a Team Activity

If you want to help your team then one thing you need to do is keep small activities ready for the days when team stress appears to be high. If...

Ground-breaking ‘Data Hub’ Project Contract Awarded for Devon and Somerset

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/07/2024 - 12:08am

Acorn T-Stats has been awarded the contract to develop a ‘Data Hub’ for the tourism and wider visitor economy in Devon and Somerset. Funded by the Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership and led by Destination Plymouth and some of the region’s key tourism partners this exciting new project will provide an innovative new way of measuring the impact of the visitor sector on the region.

The ‘Data Hub’ will be an online cloud-based tool to help businesses and organisations in the visitor economy sector understand who visits Devon and Somerset, how many visitors travel to...

Top 10 Reasons Why Digital Marketing is Important for Your Business

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 02/05/2024 - 9:57am

In the fast-paced digital era, the significance of digital marketing for businesses cannot be overstated. As consumers increasingly turn to online platforms, having a robust digital marketing strategy is essential for reaching and engaging target audiences. Here are the top 10 reasons why investing in digital marketing, especially with experts like One Base Media , is crucial for the success and growth of your business in the United Kingdom.

1. Increased Online Presence:

Digital marketing enhances your online visibility, making it easier for potential customers to find...

Safe Web Browsing: How to Avoid Malicious Websites

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 02/01/2024 - 10:14pm

Imagine you're wandering through a bustling street market, the air filled with the tantalizing scents of street food, the sound of lively chatter, and the myriad of colorful stalls inviting you to explore their wares. Yet, amid this cornucopia of excitement, pickpockets lurk, ready to pounce on the unwary. This is the web—a digital bazaar filled with wonders but also riddled with hidden threats. Let's share a chat on how we can tread safely on this vibrant yet vulnerable online ground, shall we?

Being street smart in this digital marketplace starts with knowing what...

Customer Obsession: Building Sustainable Excellence in Customer Experience

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Thu, 02/01/2024 - 8:45am

We’ve all heard the stories of companies going above and beyond to provide their customers with incredible support. From Morton’s steakhouse delivering a steak to a man at the airport who requested it in a tweet to Nordstrom accepting returned tires even though they don't sell tires, these stories are heartwarming,and inspiring, and often gain good PR and attention on social media. However, one common thread among these stories is their lack of scalability. Providing such personalized and extravagant services to every customer is not feasible for most companies.

Customer...

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