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Food Drink Devon Appoints Four New Directors to its Board as the Community Interest Company (CIC) Thrives

One of the country’s leading food and drink organisations, Food Drink Devon, is thrilled to announce the appointment of four new directors to its board. Committed to increasing Devon’s food and drink profile, the membership organisation represents Devon's finest food and drink producers, retailers, hospitality venues and related businesses. The announcement comes at an exciting time for Food Drink Devon which has grown to include 350 members.

Chaired by Greg Parsons, managing director of Sharpham Cheese, the four new board directors include Clare Bushby, managing director of...

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South West hauliers receive national industry awards at Pall-Ex Group ceremony

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Thu, 02/15/2024 - 2:57pm

M Pinches and Sons Ltd, founder members of the network, won the Pall-Ex Regional Operational Award for the Southwest , and Pall-Ex Southwest, received the award from Fortec at an exclusive ceremony, sponsored by Tile Mountain, held to celebrate independent hauliers from across the UK and Europe.

Both businesses are shareholder members of Pall-Ex and Fortec – palletised freight distribution networks made up of over 160 independent hauliers that operate together to distribute freight across the UK and globally.

Worcester-based M Pinches and Sons Ltd and Exeter-based Pall-...

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B Local Launches in Devon and Expands the South West B Corp Movement

Around 90 businesses from across Devon have marked the launch of B Local Devon - the county’s regional chapter of B Corporation UK - at a special event recently held at Exeter Cathedral.

Becoming one of 9 B Locals based around the UK, B Local Devon joins the network that has been established to transform the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet.

Providing a valuable opportunity for B Corp businesses - of which there are now approximately 40 in Devon - to meet, network and share best practice, B Local Devon will play a key role in encouraging...

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Digital training for core sectors

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 02/15/2024 - 1:48am

More than 440 training places are available through a newly launched digital skills programme.

The Core Sector Digital Training programme has been designed to support the key growth sectors of creative industries and clean growth as well as the region’s bedrock sectors of health and adult social care, hospitality and tourism.

The scheme is available to residents in Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay who are currently not working or those who are employed but want to upskill or are considering a career change.

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Devon,...

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ITV announces new Head of News for ITV West Country

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/13/2024 - 11:28pm

ITV today confirms the new Head of News for ITV West Country will be Nimesh Joshi, who is currently Programme and Digital Editor at ITV Central.

Nimesh has been in a leadership role within ITV News for more than a decade, with roles including Deputy Head of News at West Country in 2016 before becoming the Programme and Digital Editor for ITV Channel TV in Jersey and then moving into the same role at ITV Central.

Since joining as a production journalist in 2010, Nimesh has played a significant part in helping to develop the digital and diversity strategies across ITV News...

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Innovative AI-enabled engineering lab boosts regional business development

Authored by Program
Posted: Tue, 02/13/2024 - 6:57am

The Heart of the South West LEP has announced £118,000 funding for the Centre for Future Clean Mobility, to develop a new AI engineering lab.

The ACE-Lab (AI-enabled Co-design in Engineering Laboratory), is managed by the University of Exeter’s Centre for Future Clean Mobility at Exeter Science Park. The innovative project will offer a unique blend of human-AI interaction for designing novel products, systems, and services.

ACE-Lab will actively engage in collaborations with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the region, establishing strong industry connections....

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Carrs Ferrari Exeter honoured with prestigious Green Dealer accolade

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/12/2024 - 11:01pm

Carrs Ferrari Exeter, part of the Vertu Motors group, has been acknowledged by Ferrari North Europe as the Best Green Dealer in the UK, a prestigious accolade affirming the retailer’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

The recognition reflects Carrs Ferrari's dedicated initiatives to reduce its environmental footprint. These initiatives include the implementation of an advanced energy and water monitoring system, designed to achieve a significant target of 10% annual reduction in energy and water usage. The smart system allows for real-time tracking...

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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...

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Navigating the Post-Pandemic World: Strategies for Success

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 02/12/2024 - 9:35am

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the panorama of the international economy, bringing possibilities and problems for companies everywhere. Organisations hoping to prosper in this new climate must comprehend and put into practice post-pandemic success techniques as we move forward.

McKinsey identifies several key trends shaping the post-COVID economy, including increased government scrutiny due to its role as a lender and owner of last resort, restructuring of corporate portfolios, shifts in supply chains necessitated by geopolitical tensions and the need for resilience, and...

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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...

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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.

Produced in association with...

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