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Exeter Racecourse's networking event proves the way for gaining new customers

Exeter Racecourse hosted its first networking event of the year with a sell-out gathering that was buzzing with enthusiasm, as businesses from across the region came together full of optimism for the year ahead. Delegates enjoyed a productive morning of networking, followed by afternoon racing.

The quarterly networking events, launched in 2024, have quickly become some of the most popular business gatherings in the region. Hosted at the racecourse, they offer a relaxed yet professional environment that encourages meaningful connections.

The events are spearheaded by Head...

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Unity Schools Partnership appoints IMP Software, as Exeter-based MAT finance experts hit 300 customer milestone

Unity Schools Partnership, a soon-to-be family of 33 secondary, primary, middle and special schools, has become IMP Software’s 300th MAT customer.

The multi-academy trust (MAT), which is located mainly in Suffolk and also on the Essex and Cambridgeshire borders as well as Romford in East London, has purchased IMP Software’s purpose-built tools which provide budgeting, forecasting and reporting software.

Sarah Garner, Deputy CEO and Director of Finance at Unity Schools Partnership, said: “We are absolutely delighted to be working with IMP Software. This marks the start of a...

Steve Jacobs joins Benjamin Ball Associates

As Benjamin Ball Associates celebrates another bumper crop of new business wins, Steve Jacobs has joined the team as an experienced communications coach and writer. Steve has more than 25 years’ experience in corporate and financial public relations and will be an asset to the team in providing expert advice to their growing client roster.

Steve’s joining has expanded the services offered to blue chip customers from presentation and pitch coaching and investor pitch coaching to include report writing, speech writing, and investor communications.

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Griffin moves to larger offices after sustained period of growth

Independent accountancy firm Griffin Chartered Accountants has moved to new offices in Exeter’s premier office park at Pynes Hill just two miles from the city centre.

The move comes just five years after the company opened its first Exeter office at Exeter Business Park. It reflects significant ongoing growth with sales increasing between 20 and 25 percent per annum and staff numbers swelling to 24 full time employees ranging from senior leaders to AAT apprentices.

With offices on the ground and first floors, plus meeting rooms and a boardroom, Courtenay House effectively...

Survey indicates that local tradespeople are upbeat about state of industry

According to a survey conducted by the Independent Builders Merchants Group (IBMG), which includes RGB Building Supplies, tradespeople across Cornwall and Devon are optimistic about the industry, despite the rise in inflation affecting the price of building materials and the cost of living crisis impacting workload.

The survey of self-employed tradespeople and small to medium-sized companies highlighted that there is plenty of building work taking place, with 83% of respondents confirming they have ‘too much or more than usual’ or ‘a manageable amount’ of work in the pipeline....

Exeter law firm celebrates after double success

Exeter law firm Cartridges Law is celebrating this week after a double success at the Devon and Somerset Law Society awards.

The awards recognise the achievements of those in the legal profession within the two counties.

Cartridges Law was successful in winning the Sustainability Award. It recognised the efforts of the company’s ‘Green Team’, which includes staff from all departments making steps to reduce the firm’s carbon footprint. Managing partner Nicky Mein says that to be rewarded at the DASLS, is especially important to those in the group.

“At Cartridges Law...

Bishop Fleming Selects Devon Wildlife Trust as Charity of the Year

The Exeter and Torquay offices of Bishop Fleming, a leading audit, accounting, tax, and advisory firm, are pleased to announce their partnership with Devon Wildlife Trust as their chosen charity for the next 12 months.

Bishop Fleming's decision to support Devon Wildlife Trust reflects its commitment to being a responsible business and making a positive impact in the local community.

In collaboration with Business in the Community, Bishop Fleming has developed a structured framework that helps the firm better understand its role and responsibilities in the community. This...

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...

Get-Found: Embracing Gen Zs Inherent Digital Marketing Talents is Key to More Effective Marketing Campaigns

Digital marketers and agency owners find themselves in a unique position nowadays. In the early phase of social media and digital marketing, you had to undergo an extensive education and training to enter the professional world. However, the available options were rather limited.

Today, a new generation of marketers has emerged, comprising individuals who grew up during an era of complete digitalization. These individuals have a complete understanding of the inner workings of digital marketing and social media.

Many marketers face challenges in discovering the tone of...

Crowdfunder appoints new interim Chair

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

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...

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Exeter Racecourse's networking event proves the way for gaining new customers

Unity Schools Partnership appoints IMP Software, as Exeter-based MAT finance experts hit 300 customer milestone

Steve Jacobs joins Benjamin Ball Associates

Griffin moves to larger offices after sustained period of growth

Survey indicates that local tradespeople are upbeat about state of industry

Exeter law firm celebrates after double success

Bishop Fleming Selects Devon Wildlife Trust as Charity of the Year

Highways and Transportation SW awards event is a major success

Get-Found: Embracing Gen Zs Inherent Digital Marketing Talents is Key to More Effective Marketing Campaigns

Crowdfunder appoints new interim Chair

Unity5 Awarded Best Small Tech Employer for Women at National Event

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