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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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VRAMP achieves ISO 27001 certification

VRAMP is thrilled to have been awarded the highest international information security standard. The ISO 27001:2017 certification highlights VRAMPs dedication to providing a highly secure employee engagement software solution.

Published by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO), ISO 27001:2017 requires a detailed audit to ensure compliance against an extensive list of information security criteria.

“Protecting all data within our business, in particular that of our clients, is routed at the core of what we do at VRAMP as a data handler. From our very...

Fairline Yachts appoints new dealer for the South West

Luxury British boatbuilder, Fairline Yachts, announces the appointment of Seawood Yachts as its newest addition to the dealer network, covering the South West of England region including Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. Seawood Yachts will be known as Fairline Southwest.

Seawood Yachts is owned and managed by John Wood and Gary Ruffell, who were directors of Fairline Andalucia between 2003 and 2009. Operating from Exmouth and Torquay Marinas, Seawood Yachts offers a range of marine services including new boat sales and brokerage, yacht management and maintenance, and a chandlery....

Heart of the South West Better Business for All wins national award

The Heart of the South West Better Business for All partnership (Hot SW BBFA) has won the Better Business for All award at the Office for Product Safety & Standards (OPSS) Regulatory Excellence Awards ceremony.

The national award celebrates outstanding regulatory practice that achieves positive outcomes in supporting businesses and protecting consumers. The event attracted entries from dozens of local authorities from around the UK.

The OPSS said the partnership ‘delivered outstanding regulatory support at a local level’.

They continued: ‘Heart of the South...

Jurassic Fibre to extend full fibre network to Sidmouth

Michael Maltby, CEO and Founder, Jurassic Fibre; Matthew Galley, Head of Partnerships, Jurassic Fibre; and, Simon Jupp, MP for East Devon

Broadband provider and winner of the ISPA New ISP 2020 award, Jurassic Fibre, has reached a significant milestone in delivering gigabit connectivity to overlooked communities across the South West with the announcement that it is extending its network to Sidmouth and its surrounding villages.

Construction is due to commence shortly. Once complete, the network will deliver ultrafast internet speeds of up to 950Mbps for residents and...

‘Pre-Apprenticeship’ Electrical Skills Bootcamp success!

Unemployment didn’t stop this group of eager young people using their time to upskill and prepare themselves to pursue their dream career in the electrical industry as part of the Governments’ Lifetime Skills and Plan for Jobs Scheme.

The Group took part in a free 12-week electrical bootcamp programme provided by The Focus Training Group. This involved experienced staff, that have previously worked in the electrical industry, giving 12 candidates the knowledge and skills needed to allow them to work towards gaining an electrical apprenticeship. This included teaching them basic...

Michelmores donates over a hundred PCs and monitors to schools

As part of Michelmores' efforts to help local communities in Exeter, Bristol and London, the Firm is donating over a hundred PCs and monitors to schools in these cities. The initiative is to help children and teachers have access to online learning and contributes to significant interaction with valued online resources in classrooms and at home.

The schools include St Peter's Secondary School, St Luke's Secondary School, and St Michael's Primary School in Exeter, alongside schools in Bristol and London. The importance of donating this IT equipment has been highlighted by the...

Old Mill appoints Stephen Martin as new Senior Tax Adviser

Exeter financial experts Old Mill have appointed experienced tax specialist Stephen Martin as Senior Tax Adviser. The 37-year-old has joined Old Mill’s tax team to help the firm realise its ambitious growth plans.

Stephen qualified as an ACA in 2008 and worked at Moore Stephens in London where he trained in the business tax team. During his 10 years at the firm, Stephen progressed through to associate director and worked primarily with owner-managed SMEs across the financial services, shipping, and hospitality sectors covering a wide range of sectors.

In 2016, Stephen...

IoD launches search for new South West chair

The Institute of Directors (IoD) is recruiting a new chair to lead its South West region, as Muir Macdonald comes to the end of his term this Autumn.

The successful candidate will be the voice for regional directors, working alongside a dedicated team to forge connections between public, private and third sector directors.

The chair enables members to influence decision makers at the highest levels and oversees the delivery of regional events and professional development training.

The South West is one of the IoD’s largest regions with a diverse mix of members...

Exeter entrepreneurs named on shortlist for EY's Entrepreneur of the Year programme

Two Exeter-based entrepreneurs have been named on the shortlist for EY's Entrepreneur Of The Year programme.

Louise Morpeth, CEO of Brain-in-Hand Ltd and Paul Kilbride, CEO of Troy UK Ltd, are two of just thirteen entrepreneurs, from twelve South West and Wales-based businesses, through to the next stage of the programme. They join 124 UK-based entrepreneurs being recognised across four regions: London and the South East; North; Midlands and South West; and Scotland.

The finalists have been selected from a range of different sectors, including: technology; manufacturing;...

Hobbycraft store to open in Exeter

Hobbycraft, the UK’s largest arts and crafts retailer, is pleased to confirm it will be opening a new store at Rydon Lane Retail Park in Exeter later this summer.

The retailer is currently searching for the best crafting experts to inspire the Exeter community to get making. There are 19 new roles available at the store, across full time Team Leader positions and a variety of part-time Retail Assistant roles. These roles offer the Exeter community the opportunity to work for the fourth Best Big Company to work for in the UK and the third Best Retail Company to work for in the UK...

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

VRAMP achieves ISO 27001 certification

Fairline Yachts appoints new dealer for the South West

Heart of the South West Better Business for All wins national award

Jurassic Fibre to extend full fibre network to Sidmouth

‘Pre-Apprenticeship’ Electrical Skills Bootcamp success!

Michelmores donates over a hundred PCs and monitors to schools

Old Mill appoints Stephen Martin as new Senior Tax Adviser

IoD launches search for new South West chair

Exeter entrepreneurs named on shortlist for EY's Entrepreneur of the Year programme

Hobbycraft store to open in Exeter

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