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What You Need to Know about the Transformation of Exeter’s Empty Buildings into Modern Work Hubs

Exeter, a city known for its rich heritage and strong academic presence, is embracing a quiet but powerful evolution. As working patterns shift and demand grows for more flexible, localised office spaces, Exeter is seeing a new wave of urban regeneration, one that centres on converting vacant buildings into dynamic work hubs.

This movement not only preserves the city's architectural character but also responds to the practical needs of today’s workforce. The following article shows that, by reimagining empty retail spaces, underused office blocks, and dormant commercial sites,...

Val Watson

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Highways and Transportation SW awards event is a major success

The Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT (SW) held a glittering black-tie awards dinner hosted at Sandy Park, Exeter, which recognised South West industry projects for 2022/2023. The event was generously sponsored by Waterman Aspen who has built careers and provided technical expertise to clients for 35 years working right across the engineering spectrum, from major national infrastructure projects to smaller-scale local schemes requiring specialist support.

CIHT celebrates the very best the region offers across key areas of highways and transportation, open...

Crowdfunder appoints new interim Chair

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/21/2023 - 9:21pm

Crowdfunder has announced a new leadership appointment to drive its strategy forward. Darren Westlake has been appointed Interim Chairperson of Crowdfunder.co.uk .

Darren brings a wealth of experience having led Europe’s home for equity crowdfunding Crowdcube team, based in Exeter, for 13 years as CEO and founder as well as acting as a board director for Crowdfunder for ten years.

Darren will report to the Crowdfunder Board for a period of at least six months and will help the Crowdfunder leadership team to appoint a long term chair, manage and refresh the board,...

Unity5 Awarded Best Small Tech Employer for Women at National Event

Authored by Unity Five
Posted: Wed, 06/21/2023 - 6:40pm

Unity5, a leading Exeter based software development company, has been awarded the prestigious title of the Best Small Tech Employer for Women.

The Women in Tech Employer Awards celebrate employers and individuals who go above and beyond to help close the gender gap within the technology sector. At the event, held at The Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, Unity5 was awarded the Best Small Business Tech Employer.

“The judges were impressed with Unity5’s commitment to offering training to their female employees to help advance them in their careers. They were also inspired by...

Cartridges Law in Cowick Street, Exeter

Exeter law firm announces growth to leadership team

Exeter law firm Cartridges Law is delighted to announce the progression of several of its staff to new roles, as part of the firm’s planning for growth and change.

Victoria Matthews and Julie Farmer have joined the executive leadership team and are now equity partners in Cartridges Law. Victoria has been with the film as a litigation lawyer since 2007 and Julie as finance manager since 2001.

Managing partner Nicky Mein says: “Leadership is key to any business. Successful leadership will help us to maintain our reputation as well as to meet challenge, so I’m thrilled to be...

Foot Anstey reports continued corporate deal activity in first half of 2023, despite tougher deals market

Growing national law firm, Foot Anstey LLP, has reported a successful first half of the 2023 calendar year, having completed numerous high value corporate and private equity-backed deals in this period despite a difficult economic environment for transactions.

Foot Anstey's Corporate team includes its nationally recognised private equity sector group which specialises in advising private equity-backed portfolio companies with bolt-on and buy-and-build acquisitions, as well as having a deep specialism in management advisory. The firm has significant expertise in advising...

Understanding the rights and royalties in the music business

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 06/19/2023 - 6:10am

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving music industry, understanding the rights and royalties is crucial for musicians, songwriters, and all stakeholders involved. Music business courses provide the right gateway to learn all the business aspects of music publishing.

What are the basics of music rights?

Here are the basic rights of every musician:

  1. Copyright

Copyright is the foundation of music rights. It grants the creator of an original musical work exclusive rights to control and monetize their creation. These rights include the reproduction,...

Digital Leadership programme offers training to small businesses

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sun, 06/18/2023 - 11:22pm

A new training programme has been launched to help small businesses in the region to improve their digital capabilities.

Digital Leadership for SMEs (small and medium enterprises) is providing training for senior leaders of small and medium enterprises in Devon, Plymouth, Somerset, and Torbay. 150 training places are available, providing up to 32 hours of free tutor training.

The scheme has been designed to help small businesses to identify and embrace digital improvements for their organisation. The aim is to help them integrate digital technologies to gain a...

Does Anybody Remember the Book, The Yellow Pages?

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Thu, 06/15/2023 - 10:00pm

In the rapidly evolving digital age, where search engines and online directories dominate our daily lives, it's worth taking a moment to reflect on the relics of the past that were once integral to our information-seeking endeavors. Among these forgotten treasures lies a true icon of the pre-internet era, a hefty tome that graced countless households and served as a reliable companion for both practicality and nostalgia: The Yellow Pages. Join us as we embark on a journey down memory lane to explore the significance of this legendary book, its transition into the online realm, and the...

Redefining Green: Your Guide to Making Your Business Environmentally Friendly

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 06/14/2023 - 10:09am

In a rapidly evolving business landscape, "Redefining Green" is more than just a phrase; it's an urgent call to action for UK businesses. In the face of climate change and dwindling natural resources, sustainability is not merely an option but a necessity for long-term viability and success. This guide aims to provide you with the necessary insights to transform your business into an environmentally-friendly powerhouse. From understanding the significance of sustainable practices to redefining your business model and enhancing your green identity, we'll explore practical and effective...

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