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SW businesses raise £900 for FORCE Cancer Charity at Exeter Padel Tournament

Business from across the South West came together at City Padel Exeter to raise £900 for FORCE Cancer Chairty as part of a charity padel tournament hosted by Konker .

The event saw 12 local businesses compete in a friendly tournament, combining sport, networking and fundraising in support of Devon based cancer charity. The day aimed to create a relaxed and social alternative to traditional business events, while raising money for a cause with strong local impact.

Funds raised will support FORCE Cancer Charity’s ongoing work providing practical, emotional and well-being...

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Best Ways to Motivate Your Employees

Finding ways to motivate your employees can be crucial for the survival of your business. Studies have shown that properly structured incentive programs can increase employee performance by as much as 44% . However, while the possible gains you can get from motivating your employees are apparent, finding and implementing the adequate ways to do it can be quiet tricky.

While most employers choose to go with traditional means of motivation such as promoting their employees or giving them a raise, there are in fact methods that can be both far more rewarding and less demanding on your...

Devon vineyard shines in international awards

Devon-based producer of fine wines, Sharpham Vineyards, has won a prestigious Gold medal at the internationally recognised Sommelier Wine Awards 2019, a renowned industry accolade associated with the UK’s leading on-trade drinks show, Imbibe Live.

Alongside a competitive international field, Sharpham’s won the highest accolade for its Dart Valley Reserve 2017, a ripe and fruit driven dry white wine with a subtly rounded spice on the finish. For judge Tobias Gorn of Boisdale Restaurants, the wine impressed with its ‘citrussy zest and excellent minerality’ and he was not alone in his...

Rare Orders of Chivalry to be auctioned by Chilcotts

A fascinating collection of medals with German provenance is to be auctioned by Chilcotts in the June Fine Art, Antiques and Collectors Items sale.

They are 19th century German Orders of Chivalry and one late 19th century medal - thought to have once been awarded to an aristocratic German family. Included is the Royal Guelphic Order, which was established as a British medal in 1815 during the Georgian era; when Victoria became queen in 1837 it became a Hanoverian Order, only awarded in Germany.

Another, a gold Diamond Jubilee medal from 1897, was one of only 200 ever to be...

PSP companies scoop prestigious business awards

A number of cutting-edge companies at Plymouth Science Park are presently celebrating having been judged as the ‘cream of the crop’ at this year’s Plymouth Business Awards.

Scores of companies were nominated for the accolades which are eagerly awaited by the corporate world as they cover more than 15 categories.

Moortec and Sponge were announced as winners in their respective categories with Ultracardiac receiving special praise from the judging panel.

Sponge’s position as a market leader was further enhanced with the title of Best Regional Medium Sized Business...

Devon-based thermal engineering specialist GRE Ltd celebrates award of its second contract with ESS to install cooling solution at world class neutron science facility in Sweden

Devon-based engineers perform ‘mission-critical’ role in cooling world’s most powerful pulsed neutron source

Devon-based British Thermal engineering specialist GRE Ltd has won a five-figure contract to develop bespoke ultra-pure water cooling solutions for the European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden, a multi-disciplinary research facility based on the most powerful pulsed neutron source ever seen.

Part of a project that accelerates protons to 96 per cent of the speed of light, the latest contract awarded by the ESS follows on from a £250,000 tender won last year.

GRE’s compact cooling solution is a self-contained unit that feeds four cryomodules. Using ultra-pure water...

The latest on artificial intelligence in the customer equation

Live performance ticketing companies such as Ticketmaster and StubHub are increasingly relying on a wide array of artificial intelligence applications that enable their customers to secure tickets to their preferred concerts and sporting events more quickly and efficiently.

Each see their use of AI as a critical element in keeping ahead of the competition.

StubHub is a secondary ticket marketer that relies on chat-bots and social integration to sway customers away from traditional ticketers such as Ticketmaster. The company believes that its use of artificial intelligence...

Advantages of Hiring a Professional Property Manager

Are you tired of monthly rental income and expense management or weekend maintenance calls, or are you a hands-on landlord? Hiring management agency to manage your property investments might be the best option if you would rather have someone else handling your property. They will help free up your time and streamline your business even though they will take a part of your rental income.

Consider several companies after conducting your own research. Picking a property manager is an important decision and finding your perfect fit, or a property manager who will be able to meet your...

Barratt in Exeter supports apprenticeships with marketing appointment

Five star housebuilder Barratt Developments has appointed a new marketing apprentice in Exeter as part of expansion plans in the south west.

Finlay McBay has joined the Exeter-based team which looks after Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes in the region.

The 19 year old who lives in Kenton is the second marketing apprentice to join the team in the last year. The first, Barney Munn, has already been promoted to marketing executive.

“I was attracted to the role because it offered me a chance to use both my technical skills along with my creative ones,” said Finlay...

Robyn Berry, Marketing Manager, Häfele UK

Exeter Company System Six Kitchens nominated for national kitchen award

Local kitchen manufacturer and showroom System Six Kitchens has been nominated for a prestigious national trade award. The Exeter-based company is up for the highly coveted ‘Studio Partner of the Year’ prize at this year’s Häfele Studio Partner Awards.

The Häfele Studio Partner Awards celebrate the successes and achievements of Häfele’s Studio Partners- an elite network of over 200 premium, independent Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom Studios across the UK. This year’s ceremony takes place at Scotland’s iconic Gleneagles ® Hotel in June.

Robyn Berry, Marketing Manager, Häfele...

New appointment bolsters housebuilders’ presence in south west

Barratt Developments, which includes Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes is cementing its commitment to creating new homes across the south west, by appointing a new land director.

David Matthews will be based in Exeter and responsible for land acquisition - allowing the five star housebuilders to expand their presence in the region.

With 18 years’ experience within the industry, David has worked in roles at locations across the country, after graduating from Southampton Solent University with a Business degree.

“I chose to work in construction when I left...

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SW businesses raise £900 for FORCE Cancer Charity at Exeter Padel Tournament

Best Ways to Motivate Your Employees

Devon vineyard shines in international awards

Rare Orders of Chivalry to be auctioned by Chilcotts

PSP companies scoop prestigious business awards

Devon-based engineers perform ‘mission-critical’ role in cooling world’s most powerful pulsed neutron source

The latest on artificial intelligence in the customer equation

Advantages of Hiring a Professional Property Manager

Barratt in Exeter supports apprenticeships with marketing appointment

Exeter Company System Six Kitchens nominated for national kitchen award

New appointment bolsters housebuilders’ presence in south west

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