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Tech South West Awards 2025… Bigger, bolder, better

The Tech South West Awards 2025 are officially open for entries — and this year’s celebration of innovation, talent and impact is set to be bigger, bolder and more brilliant than ever.

From trailblazing startups and game-changing scaleups to inspiring leaders and teams driving global impact, the awards spotlight those pushing boundaries, solving real-world challenges, and putting the South West firmly on the map.

Following a record-breaking event at Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol last year, with more than 400 attendees and a packed room of innovators, this year’s awards...

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Taking the Right Steps to Grow Your Business

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 03/17/2025 - 9:09pm

Are you looking to grow your business? Growth is important for long-term success and achieving your overall objectives, but it is not always easy, especially in the current UK economic landscape. This post will provide actionable insights and strategies for businesses looking to maximise their growth potential and reach new levels of success. Interested? Keep reading to find out more.

Developing a Comprehensive Business Strategy

Growth requires careful strategic planning. Much like when starting the business, you should perform market research and develop a well-defined...

The Digital Loyalty Revolution: How Businesses Are Rethinking Rewards and Customer Retention

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 03/14/2025 - 9:20am

Customer loyalty has become a top priority for businesses in the digital era, with companies constantly looking for new ways to retain users, increase engagement, and build long-term relationships. Traditional loyalty programs, such as points-based rewards and discount schemes, are no longer enough to satisfy today’s consumers, who expect instant value and personalised incentives.

As a result, businesses across industries—from subscription services and fintech to retail and iGaming—are shifting towards experience-driven, gamified, and no-deposit loyalty models. One of the most...

Sustainable accounting as Fresh achieves carbon neutrality

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Fri, 03/14/2025 - 6:40am

The Fresh Accountancy Company has recently become carbon neutral with a new partnership.

The business has signed up to the Just One Tree initiative, which plants trees around the world to help regenerate forests, restore the planet and increase biodiversity.

This is the latest step in Fresh’s drive towards improving and maintaining its environmental credentials.

Fresh’s founder, Tom Baker said: “We’ve looked at different options including bringing in a consultant to work out our carbon emissions. However, we decided it was more beneficial to assume a worst case...

Best Services to Index Your Backlinks Fast in 2025

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Wed, 03/12/2025 - 11:03pm

How can you quickly get backlinks indexed to improve SEO performance? Backlink indexing is essential for boosting search visibility and increasing website authority. As we move into 2025, not all backlink indexers deliver the same results. Some services ensure quick and consistent indexing, while others leave your links unnoticed by search engines. This guide explores the most effective services for backlink indexing in 2025, helping businesses choose the right solution to improve search rankings and enhance link-building strategies. Understanding how search engines handle backlinks is...

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How Much Can First-Time Buyers Borrow? A Complete Guide

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but figuring out how much you can borrow can be overwhelming. With property prices at record highs, many first-time buyers find that traditional lending limits don’t stretch as far as they’d hoped—especially in the South of England, where house prices are significantly higher than the national average.

Understanding your borrowing power before you start house hunting is essential. It helps you avoid disappointment, focus on properties within your budget, and put you in a strong position when making an offer. Lenders assess...

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Moorland Fuels to Raise Vital Funds for Age UK Devon as Part of its New Brand Launch

Okehampton-based Moorland Fuels, which has provided domestic, agriculture and commercial fuel services to customers in Devon and Cornwall for more than 20 years, has unveiled a bold new brand identity, reinforcing its roots in the local community and its employee-owned status.

Embodied in the company’s new strapline ‘What Matters to You, Matters to us’, the rebrand sees the introduction of a new look for its website and fleet of tankers, and a fresh new corporate manifesto outlining the business’s commitment to playing its part in the community, and to serving the region with...

From Exeter to £21 Million in 2 years for LUMI Therapy

LUMI Therapy ( https://lumitherapy.co.uk/ ), number one leaders in cold water therapy and fitness recovery, which is currently raising investment on Crowdcube!

In just two years and starting from Exeter, LUMI Therapy has achieved £21 million in revenue, growing even faster than Gymshark, with top partners including Tommy Fury, Harry Maguire, Alpine F1, Soccer Aid, Arnold Fest, Spencer Matthews, Mo Farah.

Their impact in the fitness and wellness space has been phenomenal:

  • More than 276k customers globally
  • The Recovery Pod: a viral success with 200k+
  • ...

Ways to Enter Gambling Affiliation: Comprehensive Guide

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 03/10/2025 - 3:53pm

The online gambling industry presents a lucrative opportunity for those looking to earn money quickly and efficiently. One of the most effective ways to tap into this market is be a casino affiliate — a role that involves promoting online casinos and earning commissions for every new player who registers through your referral link.

How Gambling Affiliate Programs Work

A gambling affiliate program is a partnership between an individual, the affiliate, and an online casino. After joining, you receive a unique tracking link that records all player activity. Every time someone clicks...

Hornoring Outstanding Talent in Business.

Honouring Outstanding Talent in Business

The South West is a region brimming with innovation, creativity, and resilience. Yet, so many of the individuals and organisations driving this dynamic business ecosystem remain under the radar. That’s something the HOT List 2025 is set to change.

Recognising Unsung Business Heroes

Launched as part of the prestigious Business Fest South West, The HOT List 2025 is a new initiative designed to celebrate the unsung heroes of the business world across the South West. These are the individuals and organisations whose effort, ingenuity, and leadership are transforming...

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