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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...

Ward Williams Associates secures UK’s most prestigious business title 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 04/24/2022 - 10:56pm

Ward Williams Associates (WWA) - one of the UK’s largest regional property and construction consultancies - has been awarded a prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise for its outstanding achievements in Sustainable Development.

The coveted honour sees WWA named as one of only a handful of Sustainable Development winner in the construction sector, cementing the consultancy’s position as an industry trailblazer for People, Places and Planet.

Making the achievement even more impressive, just 17 organisations were recognised for Sustainable Development nationally last year...

Female only group set to launch memberships and lands partnership with luxury South West holiday company 

Six Degrees, a female-only networking organisation based in Exeter, has announced a partnership with locally based, independent holiday lettings company, Luxury Coastal and has also confirmed its long anticipated membership offering is launching soon on 12 May.

Six Degrees was formed in 2018 by Sarah Jepson – also the owner of boutique marketing agency Attention Marketing – and offers a range of inspiring in-person events as well as online content for its female-only community which has grown in excess of 350 across the South West.

“We have a fully subscribed membership...

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Devon College calls out for memories

Authored by Joe Cooper
Posted: Sat, 04/23/2022 - 6:45am
2022 is a big year for landmark anniversaries

Along with Her Majesty the Queen, South Devon College is celebrating a long reign.

Originally founded as a technical college, with its first intake of students back in the 1931/32 academic year, it’s celebrating its 90th birthday this June.

To mark this prestigious day the college wants to hear from former students.

“South Devon College has seen many changes in its 90 years. It’s a remarkable institution and I would like to ask our community to help us celebrate this important anniversary – to recognise and celebrate the...

Redmayne Bentley named Best ISA Provider for the fifth time at national financial awards

Investment management firm Redmayne Bentley has been recognised by both investors and industry peers for its service excellence in the annual City of London Wealth Management Awards (COLWMA).

The firm, with an office located in the historic part of Exeter, has received the award for ‘Best ISA Provider’ for the fifth time, which is timely news for those considering what to do with savings and investments as the new Tax Year commences.

Denis Oppong, Head of Office at the firm’s 15-year-old Exeter office, said: “Markets are more challenging than they have been in the last...

Carparison create new dedicated service for van leases with the launch of Vanparison Leasing

Carparison Leasing are delighted to announce its expansion with the launch of Vanparison Leasing , a dedicated and comprehensive van leasing service that will take the leg work out of your next van search.

Powered by the same award-winning team that saw Carparison named the Best Leasing Broker in 2021, Vanparison Leasing will be working with funders and dealerships nationwide to provide the same outstanding value and support to their customers.

Having experienced the growing demand for an online van leasing service that covers everything under one roof, the Exeter-based...

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Optix Solutions teams up with local rugby legend, Jack Nowell

The team at Optix Solutions were delighted to be approached by Exeter Chiefs and England rugby international, Jack Nowell, to help craft his personal brand and create his website. Optix Solutions is a leading marketing agency based in Exeter, and is passionate about helping local businesses to be found online. The team at Optix are also big advocates of personal branding, with their CEO Alastair Banks regularly giving talks on the importance of personal brand in business, and has recently written an article which was featured in Forbes Business Council.

Why is personal brand important...

Darting duo hitting the bullseye with Selco in Exeter

Darts fans in and around Exeter will have the chance to test their skills against one of the sport’s rising stars and a former World Champion when a new builders merchant opens in the city next week.

Devon-based Ryan Searle, the current world number 16 and last year’s Players Championship Finals runner-up, and 2008 BDO World Champion and current Sky Sports pundit Mark Webster will be at the new Exeter branch of Selco Builders Warehouse on Filmer Way in Marsh Barton on Tuesday, April 26 between 10am and noon.

Members of the public are invited to come along to the branch...

East Devon Anaerobic Digestion plant providing local solution to UK energy crisis 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 04/18/2022 - 10:41pm

At a time when gas and electricity prices for domestic and business users are at an all-time high and the UK’s reliance on imported fossil fuels is now more prominent than ever, Gorst Energy is providing local green energy to Exeter and East Devon.

Located in Clyst St Mary, the Anaerobic Digestion (AD) facility works by processing sustainable energy crops and animal manures to produce biogas which is then used to generate renewable gas or electricity. This is injected directly into the main power lines serving the City of Exeter, helping supply thousands of local homes and...

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Salcombe Distilling Co. Is On A Mission To Bring Exceptional Taste To The World

Internationally acclaimed Salcombe Distilling Co. (SDCo.) has launched ‘the taste of tomorrow starts today’ crowdfunding campaign. The highly ambitious and successful SDCo. creates two world-class spirits brands, the multi-award winning Salcombe Gin and pioneering non-alcoholic spirit and aperitif New London Light. SDCo. is aiming to raise £5 million over the next twelve months, the first part of this through the respected Seedrs platform, to continue to grow globally with aspirations to bring exceptional taste to the world.

Interested investors who sign up now until Friday 15th...

South West tech support company opens new head office at Exeter’s Winslade Park

Authored by Program
Posted: Mon, 04/18/2022 - 9:34am

South West IT and tech support company, Timewade , have unveiled their new head office at Winslade Park near Exeter.

The new head office was officially unveiled at a launch event on Thursday April 7, where employees, clients and partner organisations, including Rain Nutrience, Nutri-Link, and Exmoor Trim, joined the celebrations.

Timewade work with SMEs across the region, including manufacturing, professional services and transport sectors, offering specialist IT and technology support to enhance performance, increase productivity, and future-proof their business through...

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