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SW agency Launch strikes gold (and bronze) at the Performance Marketing Awards

Launch has been named as the winner in the Best Performance Marketing Agency category at this year’s annual Performance Marketing Awards .

The awards, celebrating the industry’s first-class campaigns, teams and companies, praised Launch for its innovative Powered by Happiness® philosophy. The foundation of the agency that focuses on perfecting three things simultaneously: powerful client relationships, innovative full-funnel performance marketing, and a psychologically safe culture where people do their best work.

Launch was commended for being a “benchmark for modern...

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SMEs are falling victim to social media hackers

Arguably, the greatest asset of a business is its digital and social media presence but it is also its greatest vulnerability. It can take years to build up a following, (unless you get TikTok followers from some agency), but a few seconds to destroy it with a careless tweet or post or not being able to respond quickly enough to negative comments and feedback or a hack.

New research of 500 UK SMEs from business and law specialists, Slater and Gordon revealed that one in four managers rarely check, if at all, to see what their firm was saying on social media – or what people were...

Charity and fire service warn of wild fire threat

The threat of wild fires may seem like a long way off after a typically wet Bank Holiday weekend but a leading wildlife charity is now joining forces with an emergency fire service to warn of the rising risks that fire is posing to some of the region’s most treasured landscapes. Despite rain over the Bank Holiday the South West still finds itself in the middle of a prolonged dry spell which has left parts of the countryside vulnerable to wild fires.

With the long range weather forecast predicting little prospect of rain Devon Wildlife Trust has become concerned enough about the...

Police appeal after serious assault in Exeter

A woman in her 30s was assaulted by a man in an alleyway next to KFC on South Street sometime during the day time on Tuesday 14 February 2017.

The woman was hit in the face which resulted in serious facial injuries which included loosened teeth and a broken jaw, requiring hospital treatment.

A 37 year old man from Exeter has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and is on police bail while further enquiries are carried out.

A Devon and Cornwall Police spokesperson said: “We’re aware this assault took place a number of weeks ago, but this is a very...

Peter Bennett retires from Gilbert Stephens LLP

Gilbert Stephens has announced the retirement of Peter Bennet from the Firm’s service on Thursday 20th April after and long and successful career in the legal profession.

Peter was born, raised and educated in Exeter. In 1976 he became a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives and subsequently in 1993 he was a founder member of The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.

He has worked locally for all his professional career having joined Gilbert Stephens in 2002 as Senior Private Client Legal Executive from which he now retires from 15 years’ service.

Peter...

Businesses help Honiton Gymnastics Club develop community facility

Members of the business community in Honiton have pitched in to help Honiton Gymnastics Club develop its facilities since moving into its own premises nine months ago.

When the club moved out of Honiton Gymnastics Centre and into the old Rainbow store on Ottery Moor Lane last August there was a huge amount of work to do. As a result, many big-hearted businesses in Honiton and further afield have come to the rescue, providing the club with discounted and free materials, helping with supplies for events, and offering free labour for essential work.

“We’re astounded by the...

Man sprayed in face with corrosive liquid

Police are appealing for witnesses following an unprovoked attack on a man in Topsham yesterday morning [Tuesday 2 May 2017].

The incident took place around 6.45am on Holman Way, as the victim was heading towards the direction of the Lighter Inn, Topsham.

The victim, a man in 20s, approached the bike shop where an unknown man was waiting on the corner and asked for the time. As the victim looked down at his watch, an unknown corrosive liquid was sprayed in his face causing burning to his eyes.

A member of the public called an ambulance and he was taken to the Royal...

Tilney ramps up recruitment drive with Exeter hire

Wealth manager Tilney has continued with its major recruitment drive with the recruitment of Lee Harris financial planner. He joins the Exeter office where there is already a well-established financial planning team.

Lee joins Tilney from HSBC where he was a Premier Relationship Manager, Wealth Adviser for nine years. There he specialised in the provision of bespoke financial advice to a portfolio of high net worth clients, covering Investing, Protection, Retirement and Estate Planning. He has previously worked at Lloyds and Liverpool Victoria. With over 25 years of experience, Lee...

The City Gate - A Boutique Pub-Hotel Returns to Exeter

The City Gate, once known as the Crown and Sceptre, is literally laced into the fabric of the ancient city of Exeter and has been welcoming guests since it first opened in 1778.

Transformed, following an extensive refurbishment by renowned pub, hotel and bar group Young’s, The City Gate offers everything from a pint of real ale to after-work cocktails, a leisurely weekend brunch to a three-course dinner and, with 14 boutique bedrooms, it’s the perfect getaway. Pub & Dining Room A modern British menu is served in the elegantly designed dining room, bar-side lounge and garden-...

Plea for support during Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia is set to be the 21st century's biggest killer. But awareness and understanding remains low and many families are facing it alone.

People with dementia and their carers talk about the everyday challenges they face in living well with dementia. Although help from health and care services is vitally important, making it possible for people affected by dementia to live well will require help from people and organisations in their communities.

“That is where we come in” says Gina Awad of the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance (EDAA). “EDAA is a group of passionate people...

Post-Brexit manufacturing PMI pushes Pound above $1.29

Resilience has always been one of the strongest traits of the UK’s economy; it is a trait that we see again and again, especially now that the economy is dealing with the impact of Brexit. After seeing a steep decline after the decision to exit the EU was announced, the pound has been seen trading above the $1.29 mark again.

The reason behind this sudden pop is the release of the UK’s manufacturing index or PMI. There are some great signs to be discovered from this hike, particularly in the manufacturing sector and the future of the economy as a whole.

A 3-Year High...

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SW agency Launch strikes gold (and bronze) at the Performance Marketing Awards

SMEs are falling victim to social media hackers

Charity and fire service warn of wild fire threat

Police appeal after serious assault in Exeter

Peter Bennett retires from Gilbert Stephens LLP

Businesses help Honiton Gymnastics Club develop community facility

Man sprayed in face with corrosive liquid

Tilney ramps up recruitment drive with Exeter hire

The City Gate - A Boutique Pub-Hotel Returns to Exeter

Plea for support during Dementia Awareness Week

Post-Brexit manufacturing PMI pushes Pound above $1.29

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