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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...

Living Options Devon CEO moving on after 17 years

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Posted: Mon, 04/03/2023 - 11:07pm

Living Options Devon Chief Executive Officer Diana Crump will be retiring from the Charity at the end of April.

Andrew Barge, Chair of Trustees said: ”Diana’s skill and commitment to Living Options over the past 17 years have been critical in creating the effective and sustainable organisation that exists today”. 

The Charity’s current Deputy CEO, Stephanie Lewis has been appointed to take over as CEO from May 2023.

Diana, 60 has overseen significant increases in the charity’s profile and reach over the past seventeen years. Last year Living Options Devon...

Going for growth, Foot Anstey expands IP offering with team acquisition

Foot Anstey LLP has taken the next step in its growth journey by acquiring part of Clarke Wilmott's Intellectual Property team. This includes Partner Roy Crozier and his team of four Intellectual Property experts.

Foot Anstey's growing Intellectual Property team is headed up by Partner, Paul Cox, who have gone from strength-to-strength over the last five years. They act for many national and international clients such as Wise Payments who they advised on their worldwide rebrand.

Roy and his team have significant experience in both contentious and non-contentious...

Tyler Grange Exeter to host free live webinar on becoming a B Corp and a four-day work week company

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 04/02/2023 - 9:38pm

As good ethics become increasingly big business, Exeter environmental consultancy Tyler Grange is hosting a free live webinar on becoming a B Corp whilst successfully implementing a four-day working week.

Its launch comes during B Corp month and in advance of the four-day week National Rollout Programme , which runs from 20th April for eight weeks.

Taking place on Wednesday 5th April, from 1pm to 2pm, Tyler Grange’s live lunchtime webinar will share its key learnings and experiences from implementing two major strategic and operational changes last year.

It will...

Four at Four: SW specialist shares secrets of success

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 03/30/2023 - 11:54pm

Exeter-based, self-catering specialist, Luxury Coastal , celebrates its fourth anniversary on 31 March 2023 as one of the fastest-growing holiday providers in the south west, bringing 28,741 guests to the region in 2022, and achieving a year-on-year turnover growth of 28%. The Company remains committed to sharing its success within the local community, putting longevity before profit and is continuing to work towards B Corp accreditation over the next 12 months.

Managing Director, Phil Beattie, explains: “At our core is a commitment to support people, businesses and organisations...

Stagecoach names new South Wales Managing Director

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Posted: Thu, 03/30/2023 - 2:01pm

Stagecoach has announced today (29 March 2023) that it has appointed Martin Gibbon to manage its bus operations in South Wales. Martin, who is currently Operations Director of Stagecoach West and Oxford Tube running bus and coach services, will take over as Managing Director of Stagecoach South Wales in May.

A key part of Martin’s role will be working with local stakeholders across the South Wales region. He will also be responsible for a team of around 750 employees and over 100 vital express and local bus services connecting communities across the region.

Martin joined...

Barratt awarded 5 stars by its customers

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Posted: Wed, 03/29/2023 - 10:52pm

Housebuilder with developments across the Devon and Cornwall have been awarded 5 stars for customer satisfaction for record 14 years in a row.

More than 90% of customers would recommend Barratt to a friend.

Local housebuilder Barratt Developments has received the maximum 5 star rating in the new Home Builders Federation (HBF) annual New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey.

This is the fourteenth year in a row that Barratt, which has a number of developments across the South West, has achieved the top 5 star rating – no other housebuilder comes close to matching...

Devon-based David & Charles bring home industry award again for 2023

David & Charles, the independent publishing house, started in Newton Abbot in 1960 now based in Exeter, have returned once more with ‘Specialist Consumer Publisher of the Year’.

The Independent Publishers Guild awards were held on March 22nd at London’s OXO Tower and brings publishers from across the country together to celebrate their success throughout the industry. Publishing houses including Bloomsbury, Canongate, and Nosy Crow were in attendance, alongside industry names and sponsors like Gardners, The Bookseller and ReadMedia.

David & Charles, who...

Bloor Homes recognised as a five-star housebuilder for customer satisfaction for the fifth year in a row

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 03/29/2023 - 9:01pm

National housebuilder Bloor Homes has received the coveted five-star rating from the National New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey from the Home Builder Federation (HBF).

The five-star rating – the maximum a housebuilder can receive – is awarded when over 90 per cent of homeowners say they would recommend their new home to a friend.

Bloor Homes has now received the five-star rating for the fifth year in a row – marking the housebuilder as among the top and most respected housebuilders in the country.

The high ranking is testament to the hard work and...

Devon-Based Relationship Coach Nominated For Women’s Business Award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 03/28/2023 - 10:10pm
Keely Pierce of I Am More Academy chosen to Compete for Top Prize in ‘Business Mum of the Year’ Category

In December 2023, businesswomen from across the globe are coming together for the annual Women’s Business Awards. The event features over 20 awards across categories such as Businesswoman of the Year, Employer of the Year, and Best New Business of the Year.

Relationship Coach Keely Pierce of I Am More Academy Ltd. is proud to be nominated for the Business Mum of the Year award in the Small Business category. Reacting to her nomination, South Devon-based Keely said that:...

Michelmores unveils new brand alongside launch of Destination 2030 strategy

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Posted: Mon, 03/27/2023 - 8:48pm

UK law firm Michelmores has announced the launch of its new strategy, unveiled alongside a new visual identity to reflect its sustainable ambitions.

At the heart of the Firm’s new Destination 2030 strategy is a solutions-driven ambition to develop a more diverse, equitable, and engaged business, with a vision that delivers both profit and purpose.

With the aim of becoming the destination law firm for enterprises and individuals navigating change to find a positive future, the firm plans to build on its strengths and equip its people with the resources, tools and mindset...

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